Charter Starter Program
Program Overview
The intent of the Charter Starter program is to train and coach teams in developing a quality charter school that meets the needs of its community, improves student achievement, and maintains a high level of performance throughout its existence.
The year long program guides a cohort of teams through a series of development sessions, including topics on designing a strong educational program, developing a performance management plan and accountability systems, and ensuring sustainable financial and business management. The program also takes advantage of the Association's access to over 500 existing Arizona charter schools and intimate knowledge of the charter application process.
Interested in participating in the 2011 Charter Starter Program Cohort?
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Getting Started
Introductory Webinar - coming soon
What does starting a charter school involve? This free webinar will discuss a brief history and understanding of charter schools in Arizona, the process overview for starting a charter school, and the resources available for charter school development, including details on the Association's Charter Starter Program and available grant opportunities.
Charter Starter 101: Starting the Journey - Fall 2010
Take advantage of the Association's experience and research based knowledge. This training includes a Q&A session with a panel of current charter operators and consultants, an overview of all the components that lie ahead in desgining your business and academic plans, including components of the charter application. Participants will gain an insight into the charter community and an overview of the quality standards for developing a charter school.
Charter Starter Program Series of Trainings:
These sessions are offered January through May for Program Participants only
Legal Review
Organizational Structure and Governance
Academic Program Design
Program Accountability & Performance Management
Meeting the needs of Special Education Students
Meeting the needs of English Language Learners
Financial and Business Management
School Operations
Arizona Charter Schools Association Business Conference
Network with current charter operators and learn best business practices! Each year the Association holds a business conference to refine and improve practices for operating and managing a school. We have reserved space for participants in the Charter Starter Program. Tracks include:
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Marketing and Public Relations
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Maximizing Funding Streams
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Accounting and Finance
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Operations and Strategic Planning
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Regulatory and Compliance
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Personnel
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Student Attendance and Reporting
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Board Governance
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Facilities
New Charter Application Review Session - OP
Bring your completed application and receive feedback from Association staff and Charter experts for each of application areas. Participants will also be able to ask lingering questions and receive a checklist of items to ensure the application meets the authorizor's requirements and is a quality document.
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For more information, contact the Director of School Development, Andrew Collins, at andrew@azcharters.org
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