Feds award $20 million to reform 7 city schools - Two are Charters

Feds award $20 million to reform 7 city schools

Seven troubled schools in Columbus will get an academic makeover this summer using more than $20 million in federal money.

Some will adopt new pay-for-performance plans for teachers or shrink class sizes. Some will open twilight and Saturday programs for students who need different school hours. Most will hire coaches and specialists to help teachers improve and consultants to help make community connections.

All will work tirelessly to turn the schools around, said Superintendent Gene Harris.
 

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