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7/31/23
According to a 7/31/23 press release on the Attorney General's site, "Today, Attorney General Andrea Joy Campbell filed legal action against Mystic Valley Regional Charter School (MVRCS) in Malden to enforce compliance with the Massachusetts Public Records Law.”
7/14/23
On July 14th, a Senior Attorney for the Secretary of the Commonwealth notified Mystic Valley Regional Charter School their recent refusal to provide public records is under review.
7/12/23
On July 12th, MVRCS refused to provide records requested by MNN on June 26th. MNN sought records related to MVRCS handling of property they own on Lebanon Street (chained off from public access around July 1st), as well as the MVRCS use of Trafton Park.
7/3/23
Where is the Malden compromise?
7/1/23
Who owns public property?
6/29/23
In the past year or so, MNN has posted stories related to MVRCS which begged for the Mayor's engagement. And the Mayor has been silent.
6/26/23
The Supreme Court just sent charter schools a message …
6/26/23
Is there public parking allowed - or not - at the large parking lot on Lebanon Street? It's unclear from the fine print of signage.
6/16/23
"We believe in sharing information and not hoarding it, so here is what we know and can share…” MEA
6/12/23
MEA releases stats on their review of administration of schools
6/12/23
Malden State Representative Steve Ultrino announced two bills related to Charter Schools. One is co-sponsored with another Malden State Representative, Paul Donato. The bills have made significant progress and are now before the Joint Committee on Education. (NOTE: The Joint Committee on Education is chaired by State Senator Jason Lewis, Malden's elected representative to the State Senate on the Senate membership side. The Committee Vice Chair on the House membership side is Representative Ultrino.)
5/12/23
This communication relates to the failure of Mystic Valley Regional Charter School to respond to public records requests.
5/4/23
This time is for enforcement.
https://www.facebook.com/MaldenNewsNetwork/posts/pfbid02CNw19NjaDjmGfyuReXjUz2zP8nU241LBneqx1CDMqnuZBkXhRMCAC3skDNQWXmzxl
4/26/23
A rumor was recently circulating suggesting an agreement existed for use of parking spaces at property owned by MVRCS in exchange for the use of Trafton Park.
4/25/23
The Department of Elementary and Secondary Education is moving from Malden to Everett
4/13/23
On Wednesday April 12th there was a problem at Trafton Park. Reportedly, an adult tennis game at Trafton Park was interrupted by a group from Mystic Valley Regional Charter School.
4/11/23
Did the MVRCS Board meet or not? It’s unclear.
4/7/23
It was a torn up book
4/6/23
A report of littering
3/22/23
Mayor’s 3/1/23 calendar: “Reach out to Charter School student wearing hijab for summer job”
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2/24/23
On 2/24/23, Mystic Valley Regional Charter School announced "the fantastic news that the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) has granted Mystic Valley Regional Charter School an unconditional renewal of its charter.
2/17/23
Ward 5 Playground
https://www.facebook.com/MaldenNewsNetwork/posts/931173834579399:931173834579399
2/17/23
MVRCS seeks six-month stay on lawsuit
https://www.facebook.com/MaldenNewsNetwork/posts/pfbid0htamK1bTzMXH619xYLiDXxLAW6RsRgtzkGARWbVpYB7omDegDAP2PSvzDYKkN6Fol
2/11/23
“What’s happening with the Charter School?”
2/8/23
School funding and formulas
2/4/23
Enraged or engaged?
https://www.facebook.com/MaldenNewsNetwork/posts/pfbid02pEWbwp385JuWpjBpyeYT1DC2vCo9iq2mEnCvwQwESX4eSV3uiQWcmZB2D2N8xhCxl
1/31/23
On 1/27/23 MVRCS filed a complaint in Middlesex Superior Court
https://www.facebook.com/MaldenNewsNetwork/posts/pfbid0c42p3yZDtEUr56mj7AsNhVZLkh8bC3MWMBwrTVG92KotxrTBHqrUV6sSeVthmtPal
1/27/23
The Mystic Valley Regional Charter School is proceeding with plans to demolish structures on Lebanon Street.
1/20/23
MVRCS buildings / businesses closed - graphic
https://www.facebook.com/MaldenNewsNetwork/posts/565838458735751:565838458735751
1/17/23
MVRCS is under review for renewal of its charter to operate
1/17/23
Mystic Valley Regional Charter School was issued a “Notice of Tax Delinquency” dated September 6, 2022.
1/17/23
The City of Malden has been renegotiating terms of use for Trafton Park by Mystic Valley Regional Charter School.
12/16/22
Mystic Valley Regional Charter School failed (once again) this week to provide records according to Public Records Law.
12/6/22
The MVRCS audit for year end June 30, 2022 (aka FY22) was just made available to MNN. We received it from the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE). This post includes links to audit files from FY ‘18 through FY ‘22.
12/5/22
Malden News Network recently requested and obtained Executive Session minutes from Mystic Valley Regional Charter School. Some excerpts (with redactions made by MVRCS) are available
12/1/22
Public comment for DESE regarding MVRCS
11/13/22 - The Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education Board (BESE) will meet on Tuesday, November 15th right in downtown Malden.
12th article in a series: “The MVRCS Citizen View”
11/10/22 - Is Mystic Valley Regional Charter School above the law? Are they too big to fail? Today’s the day when MVRCS missed an Attorney General deadline, calling for MVRCS to respond to outstanding public records matters by November 10th.
11th article in a series: “The MVRCS Citizen View”
10/25/22 - On October 18th, Mayor Christenson penned a letter about dealings with Mystic Valley Regional Charter School recapping previously private discussions - and apparent promises. He described "a series of productive conversations."
10th article in a series: “The MVRCS Citizen View."
10/20/22 - On October 20th, the Office of the Attorney General issued a six-page directive to Mystic Valley Regional Charter School concerning a public records matter we previously reported. Today’s AGO letter calls for a response by November 10th
9th article in a series: “The MVRCS Citizen View."
10/19/22 - the MA Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) had a scheduled on-site inspection visit at Mystic Valley Regional Charter School. The school's charter is in its fifth year of accountability to DESE. This is a fancy way to say that they are nearing the end of their current five year operating approval and are applying for a five year charter renewal.
8th article in a series: “The MVRCS Citizen View."
10/11/22 - The MVRCS sign that didn’t look quite right
7th article in a series: “The MVRCS Citizen View."
https://www.facebook.com/MaldenNewsNetwork/posts/pfbid0pbkgoN1niLVfFtrC892GJ3uj2XxACe4QTff5DJnxNJQysB96auiPyWh7hmZ9cCZcl
10/10/22 - Making a site visit to MVRCS
6th article in a series: “The MVRCS Citizen View."
10/5/22 - The MVRCS charter renewal process is underway. It looks like it hit some serious turbulence today.
5th article in a series: “The MVRCS Citizen View."
10/4/22 - Do you trust the numbers at Mystic Valley Regional Charter School?
4th article in a series: “The MVRCS Citizen View."
10/3/22 - On 10/3/22, the City of Malden received a new SeeClickFix complaint related to Mystic Valley Regional Charter School: “They have destroyed the tennis courts by playing kickball/soccer. Please get rid of them unless they will pay for repairs.”
3rd article in a series: “The MVRCS Citizen View."
10/2/22 - With today's post, we are sharing an additional batch of public records related to MVRCS which you can search and read. Think of this as a "Reading along with MVRCS" post.
2nd article in a series: “The MVRCS Citizen View."
10/1/22 - The Barber remains, but the Chicken guy is gone. Serena’s has left Maplewood Square. We don’t know much about Panda Castle or the residential tenants. MVRCS isn’t responding to public records requests and the City of Malden is withholding information related to lease negotiations.
1st article in a series: “The MVRCS Citizen View."
9/7/22 - MVRCS Survey Results - Final Responses on Labor Day (9/5/22 at 5 pm)
9/3/22 - Final Call for Survey responses
9/1/22 - Globe article opens the door to Open Meeting Law complaint
8/31/22 - The Malden Human Rights and Fair Housing Commission issues a statement on MVRCS
8/29/22 - MVRCS Board of Trustees meeting goes into Executive Session
8/28/22 - Interfaith leaders meeting - “we’re afraid of retaliation”
8/27/22 - Initial results of MNN survey on MVRCS, after one week
8/25/22 - An administrative toll booth limiting access to MVRCS records
8/24/22 - Statements by Ultrino, City Council, Survey Update
8/23/22 - Community Gathering at City Hall
8/23/22 - Community Gathering Announced
8/22/22 - court action was filed against Mystic Valley Regional Charter School, arising from allegations of “a breach of contract, intentional interference with contractual relations and breach of the implied covenant of good faith and fair dealing …”
8/21/22 - What does the Malden City Council have to say about the recent controversy involving MVRCS? We asked.
8/20/22 - Late on Saturday, 8/20/22, CAIR-MA posted a notice to Instagram
8/20/22 - 20/22
8/20/22 - Malden News Network created a survey related to MVRCS. It will take just a couple quick minutes to respond at this link: https://bit.ly/3c7qgrh
8/20/22 - Do public schools determine if students hold sincere religious beliefs? Should students and their families be required to convince MVRCS they hold sincere religious beliefs? Does MVRCS have the authority to decide the religious beliefs held by their students?
8/19/22 - Is it too late to register for Malden Public Schools? Some Mystic Valley Regional Charter School students may be asking that question this weekend.
8/17//22 - Has someone paid up? MNN published a "lights out" story on August 15th, related to an unpaid electrical bill affixed to the exterior of the MVRCS property at 12-24 Lebanon Street.
8/15/22 - Lights Out on Lebanon Street
8/4/22 - MVRCS Charter Renewal Application
8/4/22 - Charter School Renewal Outcomes / Process
8/4/22 - The Supervisor of Public Records ordered the City of Malden to turn over un-redacted copies of records for review by the state. The August 3rd ruling relates to the City’s dealings with Mystic Valley Regional Charter School and rental property they own in Maplewood Square.
7/27/22 - MVRCS Referred to the Attorney General for refusal to respond to public records
7/26/22 - The Crown Act was signed into law today by Governor Baker.
The Cooks (of Malden) - Deanna and Mya along with their parents - attended the signing.
6/9/22 - Under threat of possible referral to the Attorney General, Mystic Valley Regional Charter School has been ordered to respond within five business days to Public Records requests.
6/7/22 - What does the City of Malden want residents to know about details of a Deal announced in the Mayor’s Press Release on 5/19/22? Here are nine pages; mostly redacte
5/19/22 - On 5/19/22, the City of Malden issued a news release: “Mayor Christenson Announces Deal Between Mystic Valley Regional Charter School and Tenants”.
5/12/22 - Will Mystic Valley Regional Charter School obey the law? Or ignore it?
4/7/22 - https://www.facebook.com/MaldenNewsNetwork/posts/3057343507837634
Is Mystic Valley Regional Charter School constrained by a lack of resources?
4/6/22 - https://www.facebook.com/MaldenNewsNetwork/posts/3056615134577138
On April 4th, Mystic Valley Regional Charter School informed the Supervisor of Public Records they would “no longer be honoring” public records requests. The three page letter …
4/2/22 - https://www.facebook.com/MaldenNewsNetwork/posts/3053686791536639
Thursday, March 31st was a day of inspiration and celebration. The Massachusetts CROWN Act passed unanimously though the state Senate by a vote of 40-0. Malden’s State Rep. Steven Ultrino was the original sponsor of this bill leading to the State House’s unanimous vote in support.
3/24/22 - https://www.facebook.com/MaldenNewsNetwork/posts/3047547935483858
Federal funds received by MPS and MVRCS
3/21/22 - https://www.facebook.com/MaldenNewsNetwork/posts/3045548772350441
There has been recent curiosity about MVRCS: does their media and messaging relate to their charter renewal process?
3/20/22 - https://www.facebook.com/MaldenNewsNetwork/posts/3044991485739503
A number of people commented on the MVRCS Facebook page. Then their comments disappeared. What happened? The comments related to a recent post by MVRCS on the CROWN Act.
3/17/22 - https://www.facebook.com/MaldenNewsNetwork/posts/3042786922626626
You can thank Malden for a unanimous 155-0 vote on 3/17/22 in the Massachusetts House of Representatives. … To understand how this legislation developed locally, you have to revisit a pair of 15-year-old twin sisters attending the Mystic Valley Regional Charter School in 2017.
3/15/22 - https://www.facebook.com/MaldenNewsNetwork/posts/3041324079439577
On March 15, the state’s Supervisor of Records ordered Mystic Valley Regional Charter School to provide Malden News Network responses to three public records requests. MVRCS had challenged an earlier Determination made by the Supervisor of Records, similarly ordering MVRCS to provide a records response.
3/11/22 - https://www.facebook.com/MaldenNewsNetwork/posts/3038481743057144
On March 11th, a new Facebook Group arrived - "MVRCS: Just the Facts." The new social media site is organized and promoted by ... MVRCS!
3/4/22 - https://www.facebook.com/MaldenNewsNetwork/posts/3033494786889173
George D. Warren Chairman, MVRCS Board of Trustees attendees Maplewood Square meeting and publishes letter to the editor in the Advocate
2/25/22 - https://www.facebook.com/MaldenNewsNetwork/posts/3028583640713621
Why would MVRCS want to withhold public records from Malden News Network? And why is nckinnon@gmail.com on email with the General Counsel for MVRCS and the Massachusetts Supervisor of Records (PRE) in this effort to withhold public records?
2/15/22 - https://www.facebook.com/MaldenNewsNetwork/posts/3021559671416018
When will MVRCS reach its goal of 1,900 students? (It has about 1,586 now.) How will they increase student enrollment by more than 25% in the next 5 and a half years? (The increase is 6.5% in the last 4 and a half years.)
2/12/22 - https://www.facebook.com/MaldenNewsNetwork/posts/3019282394977079
Maplewood Square was busy on 2/12/22. It was Saturday before Valentine’s Day. Crowds were singing. Cars were tooting. Volunteers were handing out flyers.
2/11/22 - https://www.facebook.com/MaldenNewsNetwork/posts/3018789475026371
Based on a review of Malden's tax records, Mystic Valley Regional School now owns 18 parcels, with a total tax assessment of roughly $25M ($24,528,400.) A separate review of enrollment indicates student population is approximately 1,646 students of which just over 1/3 are from Malden.
2/10/22 - https://www.facebook.com/MaldenNewsNetwork/posts/3017876928450959
What are you doing this Valentine's weekend? There are four Housing Justice events in the area.
2/7/22 - https://www.facebook.com/MaldenNewsNetwork/posts/3015980145307304
"We take the issue of homelessness very seriously - it's a problem in every city in America right now."
2/3/22 - https://www.facebook.com/MaldenNewsNetwork/posts/3013298112242174
Has the City fulfilled its duty to encourage Mystic Valley Regional Charter School to file a Project Notification Form with the Massachusetts Historical Commission?
2/1/22 - https://www.facebook.com/MaldenNewsNetwork/posts/3011994382372547
Rally on!
1/28/22 - https://www.facebook.com/MaldenNewsNetwork/posts/3009400015965317
When it comes to Mystic Valley Regional Charter School, there is a growing list of questions in search of answers. Here's an important one: "Please tell us what law you are following regarding exempting everything in the name of Mystic Valley Charter Schools?"
1/27/22 - https://www.facebook.com/MaldenNewsNetwork/posts/3008630316042287
As of today, January 27th, negotiations between the charter school's Counsel and their last remaining tenant have broken off.
1/25/22 - https://www.facebook.com/MaldenNewsNetwork/posts/3008630316042287
We'll be publishing a special edition of MNN on 2/11/22. It will be known as "The Chronicles."
1/21/22 - https://www.facebook.com/MaldenNewsNetwork/posts/3003899653182020
Was it a rogue Malden committee undermining the public interest? Or well-meaning committee members "blindsided and taken total advantage of" by City officials?
1/18/22 - https://www.facebook.com/MaldenNewsNetwork/posts/3002575736647745
How about moving the DPW to Malden Four Corners? A three-way trade - at the same time - would find a home for Mystic Valley Regional Charter School and reclaim Maplewood Square as Malden Commons.
1/15/22 - https://www.facebook.com/MaldenNewsNetwork/posts/3000395733532412
How about shopping for a new charter school location along the Broadway corridor?
1/13/22 - https://www.facebook.com/MaldenNewsNetwork/posts/2999112610327391
"Does anybody really know what time it is?" A resident strolling through Maplewood Square today thinks they found an answer.
1/9/22 - https://www.facebook.com/MaldenNewsNetwork/posts/2996489497256369
How about a land swap between the City and Mystic Valley Regional Charter School?
1/6/22 - https://www.facebook.com/MaldenNewsNetwork/posts/2994060600832592
The City's press release on 1/5/22 describes a recent agreement with MVRCS: “Core to the agreement is that the City and Mystic Valley have agreed to work together for up to a year to identify alternative options that allow Mystic Valley to create the additional capacity it needs elsewhere.”
1/4/22 - https://www.facebook.com/MaldenNewsNetwork/posts/2993160977589221
The Malden Historical Commission covered one of the most politically charged topics to start the new year on January 4th. This was the first official committee or commission meeting of 2022, after the newly sworn in council took office the night before.
12/28/21 - https://www.facebook.com/MaldenNewsNetwork/posts/2988628131375839
Malden's State Delegation turned up the heat on Mystic Valley Regional Charter School. They sent a polite but scorching letter today (December 28th), that was focused and forceful.
12/27/21 - https://www.facebook.com/MaldenNewsNetwork/posts/2987979201440732
It’s the middle of winter. Mystic Valley Regional Charter School seems caught up in some action. And the heat is on. Or is it?
12/17/21 - https://www.facebook.com/MaldenNewsNetwork/posts/2981106138794705
“Please don’t force us out”. That’s the holiday message from Maplewood Square.
12/13/21 - https://www.facebook.com/MaldenNewsNetwork/posts/2978605555711430
Residents are gathering signatures for a petition to Malden's State Delegation. More than 80 people responded to the petition in the first day it was made public.
12/13/21 - https://www.facebook.com/MaldenNewsNetwork/posts/2978580352380617
“They have to,” says the Secretary of State’s Office. On December 13th, State Representative Steve Ultrino spoke with the Secretary of State’s Office, concerning Mystic Valley Regional Charter School and Maplewood Square.
12/9/21 - https://www.facebook.com/MaldenNewsNetwork/posts/2975822715989714
Move it or be towed? It depends on where you park in Maplewood Square. If you're in an MVRCS lot (without a permit), expect to be towed. If you are in a City of Malden lot, don't worry about paying the parking meter.
12/8/21 - https://www.facebook.com/MaldenNewsNetwork/posts/2974967786075207
Has Malden turned a corner, where the majority voice of the public is heard more clearly than ever? On 12/8/21, the Malden Historical Commission voted unanimously to classify two parcels on Lebanon Street as "Preferably Preserved".
12/8/21 - https://www.facebook.com/MaldenNewsNetwork/posts/2974799846092001
"What's going on in Charterville?" Residents want to know.
12/6/21 - https://www.facebook.com/MaldenNewsNetwork/posts/2973764346195551
A group of 70 residents co-signed a petition related to Mystic Valley Regional School. The signed petition was sent via email to the Malden Historical Commission on 12/6/21.
12/3/21 -https://www.facebook.com/MaldenNewsNetwork/posts/2971903026381683
Would you like to sign on to a petition to protect and preserve Maplewood Square? Key decisions will likely be made at the next Malden Historical Commission meeting, 11 AM on December 8th.
12/2/21 - https://www.facebook.com/MaldenNewsNetwork/posts/2971217619783557
Does Mystic Valley Regional Charter School need STATE approval for their construction and renovation projects in Maplewood Square? One knowledgeable source says YES.
12/2/21 - https://www.facebook.com/MaldenNewsNetwork/posts/2970966979808621
An Open Letter related to Mystic Valley Regional Charter School was distributed to city and state officials on 11/29/21. As of 12/2/21, the signature page included some 70 signers.
12/1/21 - https://www.facebook.com/MaldenNewsNetwork/posts/2970517829853536
To kickstart December, the Malden Historical Commission attracted a large crowd to a Public Hearing that ran for nearly two hours.
12/1/21 - https://www.facebook.com/MaldenNewsNetwork/posts/2970280566543929
MVRCS wants to tear down (some of the well known buildings in) Maplewood Square. Why is this being allowed to happen?", asked one resident. An Open Letter - essentially asking the same question - went to Mayor Christenson on 11/29. The number of co-signers more than tripled in the two days after it was made public.
11/29/21 - https://www.facebook.com/MaldenNewsNetwork/posts/2969073589997960
An Open Letter was posted two days before the Malden Historical Commission deliberates on the historical significance of buildings targeted for demolition in Maplewood Square.
11/24/21 - https://www.facebook.com/MaldenNewsNetwork/posts/2965581950347124
On the day before Thanksgiving, a small group of residents gathered in Maplewood Square to show solidarity and support for residents who live in property now owned by Mystic Valley Regional Charter School.
11/22/21 - https://www.facebook.com/MaldenNewsNetwork/posts/2964395513799101
The 11/22/21 online issue of TIME includes a long article on Mystic Valley Regional Charter School.
11/21/21 - https://www.facebook.com/MaldenNewsNetwork/posts/2963554183883234
Who is negotiating with Mystic Valley Regional Charter School?
11/16/21 - https://www.facebook.com/MaldenNewsNetwork/posts/2960201797551806
Mystic Valley Regional Charter School has submitted at least six building permit applications for their Lebanon/Columbia Street properties.
11/12/21 - https://www.facebook.com/MaldenNewsNetwork/posts/2957320691173250
Just in time for the holidays … termination of tenancy
10/21/21 - MVRCS Presentation to Massachusetts Board of Elementary and Secondary Education
8/23/21 - https://www.facebook.com/MaldenNewsNetwork/posts/2900864613485525
Why hasn't Malden's City Council, and specifically the Rules & Ordinance Committee, taken action over the years to address the risk of institutionalization in Malden's neighborhoods?
8/20/21 - https://www.facebook.com/MaldenNewsNetwork/posts/2898974253674561
We've attached the August 2nd letter from MVRCS to Mayor Gary Christenson presenting a two-plus page concept of a property swap.
8/20/21 - https://www.facebook.com/MaldenNewsNetwork/posts/2898808897024430
Is this a new edition of Malden Monopoly (tm)?
8/19/21 - https://www.facebook.com/MaldenNewsNetwork/posts/2898294533742533
We obtained a number of documents related to Mystic Valley Regional Charter School. These records include closing documents, appraisal information, signed P&S and the like
8/18/21 - https://www.facebook.com/MaldenNewsNetwork/posts/2897543583817628
How's this for a fast but contentious start to a Council meeting?
7/28/21 - https://www.facebook.com/MaldenNewsNetwork/posts/2883272238578096
Tuesday July 27th was a day approximately 100 residents stood up and voiced their concerns about Mystic Valley Regional Charter School's real estate adventurism.
7/22/21 - https://www.facebook.com/MaldenNewsNetwork/posts/2878985829006737
Mystic Valley Charter School is reportedly completing closing activities on July 22nd, for the purchase of properties in Maplewood Square.
7/1/21 - https://www.facebook.com/MaldenNewsNetwork/posts/2864846630420657
A social media group established on March 16th is hitting its social media stride this week. "Neighbors for MVRCS Accountability (Malden)" was established about three months prior to the news broke last week on June 24th about the latest MVRCS real estate endeavors.
7/15/21 - https://www.facebook.com/MaldenNewsNetwork/posts/2874486929456627
Maplewood Residents and Beyond!
6/28/21 - https://www.facebook.com/MaldenNewsNetwork/posts/2862714160633904
What do you think of MVRCS acquiring more property in Maplewood Square?
6/25/21 - https://www.facebook.com/MaldenNewsNetwork/posts/2860482710857049
What is expected when a business buys up a taxpaying neighborhood block in Malden? How should they invest back in the community?
6/10/21 - https://www.facebook.com/MaldenNewsNetwork/posts/2850242295214424
At around 5:30 PM on June 10th, two vehicles were involved in a collision on the east side
11/19/20 - https://www.facebook.com/MaldenNewsNetwork/posts/2708074279431227
The Mystic Valley Regional Charter School was summoned to appear at the Middlesex County Superior Court in Woburn on 10/26/20.
1/10/20 - https://www.facebook.com/MaldenNewsNetwork/posts/2446621712243153
What are the purposes (ie. uses) of properties bought by Mystic Valley Regional Charter School? When the state asked this question the past three fiscal years, MVRCS failed to answer for some properties acquired with taxpayer dollars.
1/4/20 - https://www.facebook.com/MaldenNewsNetwork/posts/2441860082719316
Why does a local public school own residential properties?
9/19/2019 - https://www.facebook.com/MaldenNewsNetwork/posts/2347840725454586
Who benefits from Malden’s Residential Tax Exemption?
5/20/19 - https://www.facebook.com/MaldenNewsNetwork/posts/2267987246773268
MVRCS (finally) responded to a request for public records after two years
2/14/19 - https://www.facebook.com/MaldenNewsNetwork/posts/2213586512213342
On February 11, Councillor Ryan O’Malley released a “Backroom Deal Alert” on a proposal that was circulating "under the radar" to have the charter school play a role in purchasing the Malden Hospital Site.
10/28/17 - https://www.facebook.com/MaldenNewsNetwork/posts/1945153925723270
At Malden’s Political Forum of At-Large Candidates, on October 26, 2017, Sidney Rodriguez, asked her second question about mid-way through the evening: “Do you believe that the charter schools take away essential funding from our (Malden) public schools or are they a benefit to the community?”
5/21/17 - https://www.facebook.com/MaldenNewsNetwork/posts/1871048739800456
A special, emergency meeting was called for the Mystic Valley Regional Charter School Board of Trustees on 5/21/17. This was related to a 4-page letter from the Attorney General's Office, dated May 19, 2017 - a copy of which is provided.
MAINSTREAM MEDIA & OTHER SOURCES
1/5/22 - City, Charter School Reach Deal To Halt Maplewood Square Teardown
https://patch.com/massachusetts/malden/city-charter-school-reach-deal-halt-maplewood-square-teardown
2021 Official Accountability Report - Mystic Valley Regional Charter (District)
https://profiles.doe.mass.edu/accountability/report/district.aspx?linkid=30&orgcode=04700000&orgtypecode=5&
12/7/21 - Families Being Forced Out Of Malden Apartments By Charter School That Purchased Building
11/22/21 - A Charter School's Racial Controversy Reveals the Battle for America's Classrooms (TIME)
https://time.com/6122249/mystic-valley-controversy-critical-race-theory/
11/10/21 - Forbes, Charter Schools Fight For Their Right To Discriminate
https://www.forbes.com/sites/petergreene/2021/11/10/charter-schools-fight-for-their-right-to-discriminate
9/29/21 - Here’s why a Malden charter school is suing DESE over new cultural requirements
“DESE’s efforts have been and continue to be an unlawful interference by the government, effectively, to dictate and censor Mystic Valley’s approach.
https://www.boston.com/news/schools/2021/09/23/heres-why-a-malden-charter-school-is-suing-dese-over-new-cultural-requirements/
9/28/21 - Mass. charter school group speaks out against Malden school’s lawsuit over state cultural criteria - Boston.com
Cook v. Mystic Valley Regional Charter School
https://www.aclum.org/en/cases/cook-v-mystic-valley-regional-charter-school 9/28/21 - Mass. charter school group slams lawsuit filed by Malden school
9/22/21 - Malden charter school suing Dept. of Ed. for ‘censoring’ its curriculum via statewide performance criteria
https://www.bostonherald.com/2021/09/22/malden-charter-school-suing-dept-of-ed-for-censoring-its-curriculum-via-statewide-performance-criteria/
11/10/21 - Charter Schools Fight For Their Right To Discriminate - Forbes
7/8/20 - At the high-ranked Mystic Valley Regional Charter School, a troubling pattern on issues of race
7/8/20 - The Mystic Valley Charter School is back in the news for how it treats Black students
https://dankennedy.net/2020/07/08/the-mystic-valley-charter-school-is-back-in-the-news-for-how-it-treats-black-students/
7/8/20 - Massachusetts Charter Public School Association Calls on Mystic Valley Regional Charter School To Take Meaningful Action to Address Racism
https://masscharterschools.org/media/press/mcpsa-calls-on-mystic-valley-regional-charter-school-to-take-meaningful-action-to-address-racism/
8/16/17 - Civil Rights Groups Statement on Mystic Valley Regional Charter School’s Updated Hair and Make-Up Policy
5/17/17 - Letter from Attorney General Maura Healey to Mr Alexander Dan, MVRCS
https://boston.cbslocal.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/3859903/2017/05/ltr-to-mvrcs-5-19-17.pdf
5/17/17 - Dress code at Malden Mystic Valley Regional Charter School censures black hair
COOK V. MYSTIC VALLEY REGIONAL CHARTER SCHOOL
https://www.aclum.org/en/cases/cook-v-mystic-valley-regional-charter-school
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