As a lifelong advocate for educational equity, Paul Carter brings a deep passion for learning and a rich background in teaching, research, and writing to his work in the field of education. Paul is deeply committed to improving educational access and outcomes for all students. He believes in the power of school choice and is particularly interested in how private and boarding schools can offer life-changing opportunities, especially when thoughtfully integrated into the broader educational landscape.
Recent Articles
What Strong Student-Safeguarding Policies Look Like
Learn what strong student-safeguarding policies should include, how boarding schools put protections into daily practice, and which questions families should ask about reporting, boundaries, training, supervision, and accountability.
Reading a Boarding School’s Disciplinary Record
Learn how to evaluate a boarding school’s disciplinary record, distinguish serious incidents from routine enforcement, identify missing context, compare policies fairly, and ask schools better questions before enrolling.
The Questions Schools Should Answer About Adult Dorm Access
Parents evaluating boarding schools should ask who may enter student dormitories, when access is permitted, how adults are supervised, and what safeguards protect privacy, boundaries, reporting, and accountability.
