From 2016 to 2019, Morgan Barth served as principal of Achievement First Amistad High School, the top-ranked secondary school in Connecticut and one of the best performing high schools in the country. Morgan Barth has an extensive background in school reform and implementing strategies that improve outcomes for disadvantaged and minority students.
According to the findings of a study conducted by the Brookings Institute and Princeton University, at-risk students who attend a charter school managed using the no-excuses approach for at least three years make large-enough academic gains to close the racial achievement gap in academic performance. The no-excuses approach is academically rigorous.
Staff and educators have high expectations for student achievement and behavior. In a no-excuse charter school, most decisions are based on data and educators are often observed and provided with feedback. Many of these schools also promote a cohesive, focused school climate by requiring uniforms and encouraging students to internalize and practice the school’s core values.
According to the findings of a study conducted by the Brookings Institute and Princeton University, at-risk students who attend a charter school managed using the no-excuses approach for at least three years make large-enough academic gains to close the racial achievement gap in academic performance. The no-excuses approach is academically rigorous.
Staff and educators have high expectations for student achievement and behavior. In a no-excuse charter school, most decisions are based on data and educators are often observed and provided with feedback. Many of these schools also promote a cohesive, focused school climate by requiring uniforms and encouraging students to internalize and practice the school’s core values.
