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NYSUT Sues SUNY Over Controversial Long Island Charter Schools

1/30/2026

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New York State United Teachers (NYSUT) filed a lawsuit against the State University of New York (SUNY) to block three Long Island charter schools.
SUNY approved the Academy Charter School network’s applications for three schools on Long Island.
Melinda Person, NYSUT President, argues SUNY's actions violate state law and disregard community input.
Opponents, including local elected officials, express concerns that the plan could affect economically disadvantaged students and public funding.

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New York State United Teachers (NYSUT) filed a lawsuit against the State University of New York (SUNY) to block three Long Island charter schools.
SUNY approved the Academy Charter School network’s applications for three schools on Long Island.
Melinda Person, NYSUT President, argues SUNY's actions violate state law and disregard community input.
Opponents, including local elected officials, express concerns that the plan could affect economically disadvantaged students and public funding.