Inside Florida’s Charter Schools for Exceptional Students
Parental choice is reshaping special education in Florida.
Upon arrival at the South Florida Autism Charter School (SFACS) in Miami, I was greeted by principal Tamara Moodie. She was overseeing one of the school's three arrival schedules for elementary, middle, and high school grades.
Moodie exuded a calm and commanding presence as she asked a high schooler, Chase, and a staff member to guide me on a tour. Chase wore the school's red uniform hoodie and a paper crown with the words "King Chase."
As we walked through the hallway, Chase shared about a ring he won at a Chuck E. Cheese restaurant the previous weekend. The school's classrooms feature large clear windows, emphasizing transparency.
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Author's summary: Charter schools in Florida are changing special education.