21. Charter Schools Content Information Cherie Nicholson Phone 785.368.7356 Fax 785.296.5867 Email cnicholson@ksde.org Pat Scrivner Phone 785.296.3069 Fax 785.296.5867 http://www.ksde.org/Default.aspx?tabid=449

22. How Well Are Charter Schools Serving Urban And Minority Students? ERIC/CUE Diges Provides full-text access to the ERIC Digest of this name which examines if charter schools are actually helping minority students in urban settings. http://www.ericdigests.org/1998-1/charter.htm

Site Links Home Search for ERIC Digests Privacy Policy Resources for Library Instruction ... Information Literacy Blog ERIC Identifier: Publication Date: Author: Schwartz, Wendy Source: ERIC Clearinghouse on Urban Education New York NY. How Well Are Charter Schools Serving Urban and Minority Students? ERIC/CUE Digest, Number 119. Charter schools have become popular because many people believe that they can provide a high quality education to public school students without the regulatory constraints imposed on conventional public schools. Charters are created and managed by an entity comprised of parents and/or teachers, community and/or business leaders, non-profit organizations, or for-profit businesses. The District of Columbia and 25 states now have laws permitting these independent public schools to be chartered by school districts or the state Department of Education, and thus they can receive public monies for their operation. The autonomy granted the schools varies widely, however. Urban areas are particularly fertile ground for the development of charter schools because there is a great need to find ways to improve education in the face of poor resources and overcrowding in the public schools. However, since most urban students are either disadvantaged or members of minority groups, there are concerns that charter schools may "cream off" the students identified as easiest to teach (frequently white or middle class children), leaving the remainder to founder in arguably inferior conventional public schools.

23. Charter School: Definition From Answers.com See P. Berman, National Study of Charter Schools SecondYear Report (1998); J. Nathan, Charter Schools Creating Hope and Opportunity for American Education (1998); C. Finn et al., http://www.answers.com/topic/charter-school

24. NEW MEXICO 2009-2010 CHARTER SCHOOLS Microsoft Word Charter Schools.doc http://www.ped.state.nm.us/resources/personneldirectory/charterschools.pdf

25. Chicago International Charter Schools | Home Operates preschool-12 charter schools that provide a rigorous, college-preparatory education. Site provides information on Chicago International Charter School (CICS), history, leadership, and opportunities. http://www.chicagointl.org/

ABOUT US What is a Charter School? Student Outcomes Board of Directors ... Contact Us CHICAGO INTERNATIONAL Respected. Refined. Realized. Significant Progress We expect the best of every student and, in turn, provide the support each student needs to achieve their best. This philosophy has led to significant growth across our schools, with 8 of 9 CICS elementary schools hitting their math and reading targets, meaning that the average student in those grades is making above average gains in both subjects as compared with the national sample. We are proud to say that Chicago International has closed the achievement gap in grades 1st through 8th in reading- and in 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 5th, 7th and 8th grades in math. More on our results You can make a difference too. Help support our students and schools. LEARN MORE Who We Are Don't Cut K-12 Funding! Even though budget cuts for schools have lessened slightly in Illinois, charter schools are still at a disadvantage. Please take a moment to send the following letter to your state representative to let them know that you support level funding for charter schools. As the General Assembly returns to Springfield in November, we need to push them to revisit the issue of pension borrowing, and find a way to pass a sensible budget to ensure that public schools have the resources to educate young minds.

26. MN Association Of Charter Schools Minnesota Association of Charter Schools Unleashing Education from Convention . A membership association that promotes innovation, quality, choice and accountability in public http://www.mncharterschools.org/

About Us Contact Us Login Home ... Advocacy Minnesota Association of Charter Schools Unleashing Education from Convention A membership association that promotes innovation, quality, choice and accountability in public education by promoting the charter schools in Minnesota. What is a Charter School? In Minnesota charter schools are tuition free independent public schools that are open to, and welcome all students no matter ability or need, and are governed and operated jointly by licensed teachers, parents and community members. Start a Charter School? The MN Association of Charter Schools can assist you in learning about the chartering process, exploring your idea for a charter and in developing your business plan and charter application. Become a member Interested in being involved in the association? Check the variety of memberships we have to offer. In the News RECENT NEWS SMSC Announces $650,000 in Grants Faces in the Crowd: Art teacher lives her dream MN Association of Charter Schools ~ 161 St. Anthony Ave., Suite 1000 ~ St. Paul, MN 55103 ~ 651-789-3090 phone ~ 651-789-3093 fax Office Hours Monday-Friday 8:00 AM-4:00 PM

27. Research Center: Charter Schools Charter Schools. Although they serve only a tiny fraction of the nation’s public school students, charter schools have seized a prominent role in education today. http://www.edweek.org/ew/issues/charter-schools/

28. Dadeschools.net MiamiDade County Public Schools Charter School Operations 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Room 807 Miami, FL 33132 - 305-995-1403. What are charter schools? http://charterschools.dadeschools.net/

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29. Charter Friends National Network Publications, contact information, and tools. http://www.charterfriends.org/

From 1996 to March of 2004, the Charter Friends National Network (CFNN) was an active network of state-level charter support organizations and leaders that operated as a project of the Center for Policy Studies in partnership with Hamline University in St. Paul, MN. Over time, and with growth in the charter movement nationally, it became evident there was a need for a more formal organization through which state and national supporters of charter schools could advance and defend this important innovation. Thus, the emergence of what is now known as the National Alliance for Public Charter Schoolsa DC-based non-profit organization headed by a board of directors chaired by Johnathan Williams, co-founder and director of the Accelerated Charter School of Los Angeles. Staff leadership is provided by the Alliance's President, Nelson Smith. Among other things, the Alliance's web site is now the "go-to" place for information on a number of initiatives formerly undertaken by CFNN, including the annual National Charter Schools Week and federal policy development, as well as an on-line directory of all major state charter school contacts and a calendar of upcoming charter-related conferences. The Alliance has a two part missionto serve as an effective voice for the charter movement nationally and to strengthen charter laws and support organizations in the states. The Alliance's web site is also the place to go for information on "National Charter Schools Week" and the National Charter School Conference. For more on the Alliance, click the logo below.

30. Charter Schools Information Home Page For Charter School Operators. Project SEARCH, a study of special education in charter schools; School Disaster Emergency Plan Information; Charter School Calendar 20022003 http://www.ade.state.az.us/charterschools/info/

Home SAIS Common Logon Superintendent Tom Horne Find a School School/Dist/AZ Report Cards All Programs Special Education Teacher Certification Accountability State Board of Education Procurement/Business Svcs Employment Opportunities School Finance About ADE Charter Schools County Agencies ADE External Guidelines Site Index Biography ... Failing Schools subMenu 10-1 Annual Report E-Rate Grants Management Procurement ... Sub Link Superintendent Tom Horne Find A School Top Arizona Schools School/Dist/AZ Report Cards Programs Teacher Certification Standards Board of Education Produrement/Financial Svcs Contact ADE About ADE Charter Schools County Agencies Non-Discrimination Guideline A-Z Services Charter Information Accountability in Arizona Charter Schools Arizona Charter Schools List (The schools listed have approved charters) FAQ's about Charter Schools The Charter Requirements Pupil Admission Requirements ... Arizona Charter School Association For Charter School Operators Project SEARCH, a study of special education in charter schools School Disaster Emergency Plan Information Charter School Calendar 2002-2003 Hot Topics in Special Education ... Training Opportunities Contact Information Arizona State Board for Charter Schools Links to Related Web Sites Arizona Charter School Association District, School and Charter Websites

31. Charter Schools An on-line resource for parents, students, applicants, and currently sponsored charter schools. http://www.asbcs.az.gov/

You Are Here: Home About Us Board Information Parent Resources ... ASBCS Online var PLVFO_ID="PLVFO0" /* PLVFOMenu script ID:PLVFO0 */ Welcome to the Arizona State Board for Charter Schools Mission Statement To foster accountability in charter schools which will improve student achievement through market choice 2010 Legislative Summary 2011-2012 Application Has Been Posted Performance Management Plan Template 2009 ACSA Presentation - Renewal ... More... NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETINGS 1700 W. Washington St. , Phoenix, AZ 85007. Accessibility Staff Log In

32. Sedona Charter School Home Page Public Montessori charter school. http://www.sedonacharterschool.com

Founded in 1995, Sedona Charter School is the oldest charter school in Arizona. Over the years, this school has established a place of honor within the educational reform movement and among families who value excellence in education. After six years in temporary locations, we moved into our permanent campus in 2001. Now at full capacity, the campus houses 160 students. In this small-school atmosphere, our students reach high levels of academic achievement, scoring well on standardized tests, winning in national and regional language, arts, science, and math competitions, and going on to become leaders and high-performing students in high schools and universities across the country. (more...) If you would like to enroll your child in Sedona Charter School, please contact the school office at 928-204-6464 or email us to request an enrollment packet. A bout Us Get ready for school Download the NEW Family Handbook here. Site designed and maintained by NETAssociates Lunch Order Form Sedona Charter School School is a a 501C(3) tax-exempt, educational non-profit organization. All contributions are tax deductible. TAX ID# 86-0794286 Fund raising escrip Sign up for Escrip and earn money for Sedona Charter School every time you shop at Safeway!

33. Online NewsHour: Charter Schools - March 10, 2000 BETTY ANN BOWSER Every morning at 715, Lolita Wood takes sevenyear-old daughter, Jana, to Edison Friendship Elementary, not by car, not on a bus, but in http://www.pbs.org/newshour/bb/education/jan-june00/charter_3-10.html

document.write(unescape("%3Cscript src='" + (document.location.protocol == "https:" ? "https://sb" : "http://b") + ".scorecardresearch.com/beacon.js' %3E%3C/script%3E")); CHARTER SCHOOLS March 10, 2000 The charter school story. Betty Ann Bowser reports. BETTY ANN BOWSER: Every morning at 7:15, Lolita Wood takes seven-year-old daughter, Jana, to Edison Friendship Elementary, not by car, not on a bus, but in her wheelchair. She goes to all of this trouble because she believes in the program at Edison Friendship. LOLITA WOOD: I like their curriculum. I like the things that they do, the things that they teach, and the behavior that the kids have to follow. I like that. (Reciting Spanish lesson) BETTY ANN BOWSER: Like the other parents who bring their children here from all over the District of Columbia, wood likes the Spanish language immersion program... (Singing in Spanish) ...The music and art classes. JOHN PENNEL: Your shoes tied?

34. Virtual Charters: Public Schooling, At Home / The Christian Science Monitor - CS K12, a Virtual charter school led by former education secretary, Bill Bennett, provides free curriculum, computers and connections for homeschoolers. http://www.csmonitor.com/2002/0108/p14s1-lepr.html

35. Charter Schools - Research And Read Books, Journals, Articles At Charter Schools Scholarly books, journals and articles Charter Schools at Questia, world's largest online library and research service. Subscribe now and do better research http://www.questia.com/library/education/current-issues-in-education/charter-sch

36. Welcome To TCSA | Texas Charter Schools Supports formation of state and district charter schools across Texas. The center serves as an information resource, offers access to professional expertise and lends direct technical support through all stages of the charter school. http://charterstexas.org/

Search this site: Contact Us Members Parents/Supporters About ... Blog TCSA Conference Grand Hyatt San Antonio, TX Welcome to TCSA TCSA is a statewide association of over 400 charter schools educating more than 80,000 students in every part of our great state. The Association advocates in Austin and Washington D.C. for member schools, improves their academic and financial performance through the implementation of the TCSA Quality Framework, and provides member services for school operators, board members, and staff. TCSA also hosts an annual statewide conference, one of the largest gatherings of charter schools in the nation. Mission and Strategy The mission of the Texas Charter Schools Association is to accelerate student achievement in Texas by empowering a diverse set of effective and quality-driven charter schools. A set of guiding principles shapes this mission: Unify and represent diverse types of effective and quality-driven charter schools that enhance student achievement. Support member schools to improve their effectiveness in meeting educational mission and progress towards student excellence. Advocate in the Texas legislature and broader public for effective charter schools as a critical part of the overall public education system.

37. What Is A Charter School? - Public School Review Article on what charter schools are and how they work. http://www.publicschoolreview.com/articles/3

38. Capital City Public Charter School Grades Pre-K through 7. Free and open to all D.C. residents. Calendar and menus, application form, and school policies. http://www.ccpcs.org/

Capital City Public Charter School Upper School: 3220 16th Street, NW Washington DC 20010 Lower School: 3047 15th Street, NW Washington DC 20009 mail@ccpcs.org Events CCPCS Capital City Calendar ... Home Capital City Turns 10 !!! Register for Events Here Capital City is a small, award-winning public school of choice for Pre-K through 11 th - Barack Obama, President of the United States The moment I stepped into Capital City I could see ample evidence that this is a school that cares deeply about academic rigor and learning. In classroom after classroom, students were engaged in rich, multi-dimensional projects that helped them to deeply understand important issues and topics in science, math, social studies, English and other disciplines. Capital City’s exceptional faculty encourages students to be self-motivated learners. Everywhere I turned I saw a thoughtful, joyful approach to teaching, learning and inquiry. - Denis Udall, Education Program Officer, The William and Flora Hewlett Foundation Capital City Public Charter School has been a jewel in the Expeditionary Learning network since its early days. CCPCS is a startlingly good school in both the qualities of success that can be measured, and in the many ways that cannot yet, but which parents and professional educators know are essential qualities of creating successful students. As one of a select few EL model schools, CCPCS has hosted countless visitors over the past ten years, showcasing its exemplary school culture, workshop model instruction, arts integration and consistently high levels of student achievement. The high quality student work from Capital City has been shared with schools all over the country through the EL student work archive, and has inspired thousands of teachers and students to set their expectations higher. CCPCS has a great deal to offer to offers to the critical conversation about how our schools should be, and we are very proud to have them as part of the Expeditionary Learning family.

39. Charter Schools - Specialized Programs (CA Dept Of Education) Public schools that may provide instruction in any of grades K12 that are created or organized by a group of teachers, parents, community leaders or a community-based organization http://www.cde.ca.gov/sp/cs/

40. Welcome | NH Department Of Education Special SAU established by the Department of Education for the state s charter schools. http://www.ed.state.nh.us/education/doe/organization/curriculum/SchoolApproval/C

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