Oh, that is terrible.
Re: the charter school fight - I would say be careful. 80% of charter schools perform no better or worse compared to traditional public schools. I believe in charter schools that work, but if I was fighting this battle, I would focus on the special things about your school or small schools, etc. and maybe not focus on charter schools per se. Of course this depends on many things, and each state and situation is different.
Educate yourself and then get some well spoken people together, including some kids, and start making appts. with your state reps.
Good luck.
