02/04/2025
We're beyond excited to announce that we're coming to the annual North Carolina Coalition for Charter Schools conference at the Raleigh Marriott Crabtree Valley hotel in Raleigh. We can't wait to see you there!
A platform offering multiple character based programs to the education sector. We welcome you to be a part of this innovative and effective program.
The Charter School Marketplace or CSM, is a multi-tired program providing new channels for industry leaders to communicate directly with one another, allow suppliers high level access to decision makers, transparency into the actions of the schools and those of the policy makers who create the rules and fund the industry. CSM is a program of the 7 Degrees of Change Foundation. A North Carolina 501C3, not-for-profit corporation dedicated to providing character based programs.
02/04/2025
We're beyond excited to announce that we're coming to the annual North Carolina Coalition for Charter Schools conference at the Raleigh Marriott Crabtree Valley hotel in Raleigh. We can't wait to see you there!
04/07/2024
David has been in the charter space almost from the beginning holding several roles in the charter school universe. He left the industry for a short period of time, but as with many of us could not stay away from the calling of school choice.
His firm is the largest provider of back-office and financial management services in the state. So take a moment to hear his insights into school operations as well as our history, present and future.
Charter School Marketplace: Episode 11 - David Fuance David has been in the charter space almost from the beginning holding several roles in the charter school universe. He left the industry for a short period o...
03/19/2024
From EdNC:
A guide to charter schools in North Carolina Here's a look at the performance, enrollment, demographic makeup, and other facts about charter schools in North Carolina.
03/07/2024
Paul Norcross talks about what you can expect at this year's Charter Advocacy Summit at the Raleigh Marriott Crabtree tonight and tomorrow.
Charter School Marketplace: Episode 8 - Coalition Summit Preview Paul Norcross talks about what you can expect at this year's Charter Advocacy Summit at the Raleigh Marriott Crabtree tonight and tomorrow.More on the summit...
02/29/2024
Childcare is a sixty billion dollar industry that is projected to grow to over eighty billion by the end of the decade. However, there is a huge issue with the staffing pipeline.
A possible tool to assist in this process may be the growth of in-school programs, utilizing school staff and an intense character education program.
Join us in speaking with Todd Lassiter who tells us more about the industry as a whole and the Character Club program.
Character Club: https://characterclub.com/
Charter School Marketplace: https://csmusa.org
You also listen and follow on Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music , Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts.
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/charter-school-marketplace/id1732697835?i=1000647491502
Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/3b65b43c-4c54-4078-9a63-9e4e62fa0de1/episodes/e35ddd56-50de-4c3a-baef-e3b0f6484c63/charter-school-marketplace-episode-7-todd-lassiter
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/4wwjBFy58Gy7ex7KLvOlmz?si=dbngpkWFRqy1fDXHZNd9pw
Charter School Marketplace: Episode 7 - Todd Lassiter Childcare is a sixty billion dollar industry that is projected to grow to over eighty billion by the end of the decade. However, there is a huge issue with t...
02/23/2024
Join us for an educational and enjoyable conversation with North Carolina State Representative Cecil Brockman, a true Charter champion.
Rep. Brockman is a living example of a “policy maker” and not a “politician”. A rare commodity at the local, state and federal level that has the capability to reach across the aisle and do what is best for his constituents.
Listen how he eloquently defines parental choice, as a movement that is:
1) Advancing
2) Continuing steadily by increments
3) Open to or favoring new ideas, policies, or methods; which is in fact the literal definition of "Progressive."
Charter School Marketplace: Episode 6 - Cecil Brockman Join us for an educational and enjoyable conversation with North Carolina State Representative Cecil Brockman, a true Charter Champion. Rep. Brockman is a li...
02/16/2024
Paul Norcross gets a look into the North Carolina Charter School Coalition with executive director Lindalyn Kakadelis.
Charter School Marketplace: Episode 5 - Lindalyn Kakadelis Paul Norcross gets a look into the North Carolina Charter School Coalition with executive director Lindalyn Kakadelis.
02/09/2024
We hope you’ve enjoyed the first three episodes of the CSM Podcast with Lt. Governor Mark Robinson, NC State Superintendent Catherine Truitt and charter school rock star Steven Walker, Esq. You may have asked yourself:
- What is the Charter School Marketplace?
- What are its objectives?
- Who are the people involved?
Triad radio icon Lora Songster, a long time friend and all around great gal, dropped by the studio this morning for a cup of coffee and a friendly conversation. She asks these questions and many more. So, take a moment and learn more about the Charter School Marketplace by clicking the link below.
Charter School Marketplace: Episode 4 - The Mission of the Marketplace Triad radio icon Lora Songster interviews Paul about the mission of the Charter School Marketplace, as well as the upcoming supplier summit planned to take p...
02/01/2024
In this episode, we speak with attorney Steven Walker, a profound charter school advocate and industry leader. Among the topics covered include where the industry is today, as well as his life and career.
Charter School Marketplace: Episode 3 - Steven Walker In this episode, we speak with attorney Steven Walker, a profound charter school advocate and industry leader. Among the topics covered include where the ind...
01/25/2024
In 2023, school choice and charter schools in particular had one of the best legislative years in over a decade. In large part due to the support and collaboration with State Superintendent Catherine Truitt. From school safety funding, to three year graduation standards and beyond. Kim Norcross had the opportunity to sit down with Superintendent Truitt at Cardinal School in Cary today before taking a tour of the school. Please take a moment to check out the interview by clicking the link below.
Charter School Marketplace: Ep. 2 - Catherine Truitt On this episode of the Charter School Marketplace podcast, co-host Kim Norcross talks with NC state superintendent Catherine Truitt on the importance of scho...