New Orleans School Reform

New Orleans School Reform refers to a significant overhaul of the city's public education system following Hurricane Katrina in 2005. The reform aimed to improve educational outcomes by replacing traditional schools with a network of charter schools, which operate independently but are publicly funded. The initiative focused on increasing accountability, empowering parents with school choice, and fostering a competitive environment among schools. As a result, New Orleans has become a unique model for education reform in the U.S., with mixed results in terms of student performance and equity, sparking ongoing debates about its effectiveness and future.