Premier Arts and Science Charter School in Harrisburg will close

A Harrisburg charter school will soon close. Premier Arts and Science Charter School in Allison Hill announced that it will not reopen for the 2024-25 school year, opting to not oppose charter non-renewal proceedings issued by the Harrisburg School District. In March, the district commenced proceedings to not renew the school’s charter, which was originally granted in 2013. During a renewal evaluation period, district officials found issues such as students underperforming academically, low staff retention and non-compliant programs, among others. …