Atlanta charter gets five-year extension

The Atlanta school board Monday voted to renew the charter contract for Wesley International Academy for five years. In 2011, the school was granted a one-year renewal to allow the school to come into compliance with new state rules. APS officials said the school has met requirements. Info: www.atlanta.k12.ga.us

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