Charter school faces more probation

The county Board of Education last week took its closest step yet to closing a charter school that has frustrated administrators with persistent management problems.

A 2-6 vote to close the Chesapeake Science Point Public Charter School in Hanover ultimately failed at the school board's Wednesday meeting, but it surprised parents who didn't expect officials to go that far.

"Until we can some up with financial resources that this school can operate within its means ... I'm reluctant to move forward with this particular school," board member Konrad M. Wayson said.

Mr. Wayson joined school board Vice President Eugene...