Following an additional ten-year renewal of its charter by the Texas Education Association in 2016, Burnham Wood Charter School District and its sister charter, Vista del Futuro Charter School continue provide exemplary education to students in grades kindergarten through 12th grade through three campuses in El Paso, Texas. In September, Burnham Wood District’s sister charter, Vista del Futuro Charter School, received the honor of becoming the only El Paso School awarded the 2016 National Blue Ribbon.
A select group of 279 public and 50 private schools hold the esteemed title of a National Blue Ribbon School, which honors schools for high student performance and addressing the achievement gaps among student subgroups. Sponsored by the US Department of Education, the National Blue Ribbon Schools Program serves as an identifying marker of the most skilled and effective educators in the country. Furthermore, the title represents the full diversity of American schools and awards schools for making commitments toward the treatment of minorities.
In order to receive nomination as a National Blue Ribbon School, a public or charter school must receive nomination from their Chief State School Officer. Only schools within the top 15 percent, in regards to student achievement, will receive consideration, with assessment measures provided by numerous state assessments. Schools that join the National Blue Ribbon open doors to a number of unique opportunities, such as attracting new financial assistances, volunteers, and business partners.
For additional information on the National Blue Ribbon School Program, visit nationalblueribbonschools.ed.gov.
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