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As CMSD shrinks, Cleveland Mayor Justin Bibb says little about a new charter school push

Bibb opposes for-profit charter operators, suggesting he is open to nonprofit charters that work with CMSD. But he hasn’t directly answered questions about an education group that has helped new charters.

by Nick Castele October 28, 2026October 28, 2026

Holding local government accountable and informing residents is a vital role of public-service journalism. Signal Cleveland government reporter Nick Castele and Cleveland Documenters cover local government. Our stories focus on Cleveland City Council, Cuyahoga County, elected officials, politics, public boards and institutions, policy and more.

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As CMSD shrinks, Cleveland Mayor Justin Bibb says little about a new charter school push

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