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ProPublica Finds Private School Voucher Programs Lack Basic Oversight

Original: No Background Checks, No Proof of Education: ProPublica and Private Schools

A ProPublica investigation found that private schools receiving public voucher funds in Arkansas, West Virginia and North Carolina are not required to run background checks on staff or verify teachers' credentials. The report raises concerns that public money is flowing to schools with few quality or safety standards, renewing debate over accountability in school choice programs.

Why now: The investigation highlights weak regulation of publicly funded school voucher programs, a contentious education policy issue.

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