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2022 Test Scores: Black and Latino Public Charter School Students Are Twice As Likely to Be At Grade Level

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Tuesday, December 20, 2022

HAMILTON, NJ, Dec. 20, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Last Friday, the New Jersey Department of Education (NJDOE) released statewide assessment scores for the first time in three years due to extensive disruptions from the COVID-19 pandemic. While there were significant drops statewide, analysis shows that Black and Latino students enrolled in public charter schools in the six largest charter cities are twice as likely to be proficient in English language arts and mathematics compared to their district peers based on 2022 statewide assessment results. This data verifies that public charter schools accelerated student learning for low-income students of color during a once-in-a-lifetime pandemic in Newark, Trenton, Paterson, Camden, Jersey City and Plainfield.

Key Points: 
  • An analysis of test scores disaggregated by the six largest charter cities demonstrate similar findings, with students, on average, nearly twice as likely to meet proficiency on state assessments.
  • "The 2022 state assessment results are undeniable: Public charter schools are providing stable and welcoming learning environments that accelerate student learning for families of color.
  • With this new data, NJDOE has the information they need to make the right decisions for students and families on charter school application decisions.
  • The release of 2022 test score data is additional evidence of the impact public charter schools are making for families throughout New Jersey.

ADT Appoints William M. Lewis Jr. to the Company’s Board of Directors

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Thursday, June 16, 2022

We are pleased to welcome Bill to our board of directors, said ADTs Chairman, Marc Becker.

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  • We are pleased to welcome Bill to our board of directors, said ADTs Chairman, Marc Becker.
  • He brings broad new perspective to the ADT board as it develops and grows safe, smart, and sustainable customer solutions.
  • Its a pleasure to join ADTs board of directors and be part of this iconic companys exciting future, Lewis said.
  • Lewis was designated by Apollo and will replace Matthew Nord, who has retired from the Board.

Apollo Names William M. Lewis, Jr. Senior Partner

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Tuesday, October 12, 2021

NEW YORK, Oct. 12, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Apollo Global Management, Inc. (NYSE: APO) (together with its consolidated subsidiaries, Apollo or the Firm) today announced William M. (Bill) Lewis, Jr. will join the Firm as a Senior Partner and a member of Apollos Management Committee.

Key Points: 
  • NEW YORK, Oct. 12, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Apollo Global Management, Inc. (NYSE: APO) (together with its consolidated subsidiaries, Apollo or the Firm) today announced William M. (Bill) Lewis, Jr. will join the Firm as a Senior Partner and a member of Apollos Management Committee.
  • Apollo CEO Marc Rowan said, Bill is one of the industrys most seasoned leaders and we are thrilled to welcome him to Apollo during a momentous time for our Firm.
  • Apollo Co-Presidents Scott Kleinman and Jim Zelter added, We are excited that a leader as deeply experienced and widely respected as Bill is joining the team.
  • Kenneth M. Jacobs, Chairman and CEO of Lazard said, We wish Bill much success in his new role at Apollo.

William M. Lewis, Jr. to Join Lazard Board of Directors

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Tuesday, October 12, 2021

Lazard Ltd (NYSE: LAZ) announced today that William M. (Bill) Lewis, Jr. will join its Board of Directors, effective April 29, 2022, and that he has decided to retire from the firm, effective November 12.

Key Points: 
  • Lazard Ltd (NYSE: LAZ) announced today that William M. (Bill) Lewis, Jr. will join its Board of Directors, effective April 29, 2022, and that he has decided to retire from the firm, effective November 12.
  • Mr. Lewis has been with Lazard as a Managing Director for 17 years, and most recently was Chairman of Investment Banking.
  • As of November 15, he plans to join Apollo Global Management as a Senior Partner and member of its Management Committee.
  • He has been our valued partner at Lazard, and we are looking forward to continuing to benefit from his sage advice and stewardship as a member of our Board of Directors.

First-of-Its-Kind Study Finds Newark Charters Among the Most Impactful Education Approaches Studied

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Wednesday, January 15, 2020

The study also found that "attending a Newark charter school has a larger positive effect than 80% of other educational interventions that have been recently studied using an experimental design."

Key Points: 
  • The study also found that "attending a Newark charter school has a larger positive effect than 80% of other educational interventions that have been recently studied using an experimental design."
  • The study is the first randomized control trial-like analysis attempting to measure the effect of attending Newark's charter schools.
  • Learning gains were even more pronounced when the study isolated students in the city's two largest charter school networks - KIPP Newark and Uncommon Schools - North Star Academy.
  • About the New Jersey Children's Foundation:
    The New Jersey Children's Foundationis a nonprofit organization aimed at promoting a fact-based discussion about public education in Newark.

DSST Public Schools Wins 2018 Broad Prize for Public Charter Schools

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Monday, June 18, 2018

AUSTIN, Texas, June 18, 2018 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- DSST Public Schools (DSST) is the winner of the 2018 Broad Prize for Public Charter Schools, The Eli and Edythe Broad Foundation and the National Alliance for Public Charter Schools announced today at the National Charter Schools Conference .

Key Points: 
  • AUSTIN, Texas, June 18, 2018 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- DSST Public Schools (DSST) is the winner of the 2018 Broad Prize for Public Charter Schools, The Eli and Edythe Broad Foundation and the National Alliance for Public Charter Schools announced today at the National Charter Schools Conference .
  • "On behalf of the 4,500 charter school educators and advocates with me at the 2018 National Charter Schools Conference, I offer DSST Public Schools a well-deserved round of applause for winning the 2018 Broad Prize for Public Charter Schools," said Nina Rees, president and CEO of the National Alliance for Public Charter Schools.
  • Previous winners of The Broad Prize for Public Charter Schools include Success Academy in 2017, IDEA Public Schools in 2016, Noble Network of Charter Schools in 2015, KIPP Schools in 2014, Uncommon Schools in 2013, and YES Prep Public Schools in 2012.
  • The National Alliance for Public Charter Schools is the leading national nonprofit organization committed to advancing the public charter school movement.