Peter Bezanson

Peter Bezanson, CEO of BASIS Education, shares his unique journey from academia to K-12 education. He discusses the charter school landscape, contrasting the strategies of BASIS and Great Hearts, emphasizing academic excellence and innovative curricula. The conversation dives into mastery learning, addressing financial disparities in education. Bezanson also explores teacher recruitment strategies post-COVID and the evolution of Arizona's charter system. Fun rapid-fire moments cap off the chat, revealing his favorite books and local pizza spots.

Peter Bezanson, Co-Chairman and CEO at BASIS Educational Ventures, discusses the innovative BASIS Model that's transforming charter schools since 1998. He highlights the remarkable expansion to 40 schools while maintaining high academic standards. Despite criticism over its rigorous testing culture, BASIS high schools excel nationally. Peter delves into how a challenging educational environment can support struggling students and emphasizes the importance of alternatives in the education system to meet diverse family needs.

Peter Bezanson, Co-Chairman and CEO at BASIS Educational Ventures, discusses how the BASIS Model is revolutionizing education. They explore achieving high performance in BASIS high schools, the advantages of starting early, the role of testing, burnout and college persistence, and the challenges of high school. They also highlight the frustration with the traditional public school system and the incredible results provided by BASIS charter schools.