K12 virtual school operator profits from public education funds across 11 states
K12 virtual school operator profits from public education funds across 11 states The passage outlines how K12 (referred to as “12”) runs for‑profit virtual schools that receive full per‑student public funding while avoiding many costs of brick‑and‑mortar schools. It provides enrollment numbers, funding amounts, and revenue growth projections, suggesting a sizable flow of taxpayer money to a private company. However, it lacks specific names of officials, contracts, or alleged wrongdoing, limiting immediate investigative traction. Key insights: K12 operates virtual schools in 11 states plus D.C., serving ~18,000 students in FY 2006.; Public funds (~$5,300 per student) flow to K12, generating profits higher than traditional charter schools.; Revenue projected to grow from $3 M (FY 2006) to $11 M (FY 2008) for district‑managed programs.
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K12 virtual school operator profits from public education funds across 11 states The passage outlines how K12 (referred to as “12”) runs for‑profit virtual schools that receive full per‑student public funding while avoiding many costs of brick‑and‑mortar schools. It provides enrollment numbers, funding amounts, and revenue growth projections, suggesting a sizable flow of taxpayer money to a private company. However, it lacks specific names of officials, contracts, or alleged wrongdoing, limiting immediate investigative traction. Key insights: K12 operates virtual schools in 11 states plus D.C., serving ~18,000 students in FY 2006.; Public funds (~$5,300 per student) flow to K12, generating profits higher than traditional charter schools.; Revenue projected to grow from $3 M (FY 2006) to $11 M (FY 2008) for district‑managed programs.
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