Starlee Coleman, CEO of the Texas Public Charter Schools Association, highlighted the organization's commitment to preserving the autonomy of charter schools, ensuring educators' freedom to innovate in creating dynamic learning environments. Coleman was a guest on a recent episode of the Texas Talks Podcast.

“We are an advocacy organization dedicated to protecting the policy foundation that supports charter schools,” said Coleman on a recent edition of the Texas Talks Podcast. “Charter schools are public schools that have to meet many of the same requirements as a traditional school district school has to meet. We are guaranteed some autonomy and flexibility in the law.”

"Our job is to protect that, to make sure that creative entrepreneurs, people who have interesting ideas for schools, continue to have the freedom and flexibility to create interesting learning environments for students," said Coleman.

The Texas Public Charter Schools Association (TPCSA) ensures access to high-quality public education for every child in Texas, working alongside ISDs. Public charter schools prepare students for future success, adhering to rigorous standards and contributing to the state's academic objectives. TPCSA advocates for policies that foster continual improvement in public school options, aiming to expand educational opportunities for all Texas students.

Texas Talks podcast is hosted by Brad Swail. The weekly show is focused on public policy in the state of Texas, with insights from the people and organizations that influence it.

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