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Poll: Does Elk Grove Need a New Charter School?

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Last week, we reported on focused on civic leadership in Elk Grove. Supporters of The Grove Leadership Academy hope to file a petition for recognition with the Elk Grove Unified School District Oct. 18.

Charter schools have been slow to take root in Elk Grove, perhaps in part because of the school district's positive reputation. When we what they liked best about living in Elk Grove, "great public schools" was the second-most-popular response.  The city currently has one Montessori charter school. Three other charter schools serve home-schooled students.

You can read more about the proposed school . Take this poll to let us know whether you think it'd be a good fit for the community. You can share your reasons in the comments.

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