Membership Benefits

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School Membership Benefits Include:

Targeted Advocacy – With over 500 charter schools in Arizona, we are a powerful force when united and working together. Member schools will have the opportunity to receive advocacy updates and a call to action notice when your help is needed at the Legislature.
Public Relations Support – With over 10 years of experience in communications, our Public Relations team works to increase the positive public perception of charter schools in Arizona on both a state and national level. We are constantly looking for school and student success stories to showcase. Please contact Stephanie Grisham, our Communications Director at stephanie@azcharters.org.
Research and Road Maps – Our nationally recognized data team uses cutting-edge methodologies to reveal which Arizona schools are “growing” their students at a higher rate. Through data-specific workshops, our one-of-a-kind research gives teachers and school leaders a road map to help them continually improve the quality education they provide their students.
Regulatory and Compliance – In a complex and ever-changing regulatory environment, the Association provides a compliance calendar, breaking news alerts, timely workshops and webinars on new guidelines, a dedicated “Ask Ann” technical assistance column and a three-day Business Conference in the spring of each year.
Health Insurance Trust – The Association created a health insurance Joint Purchasing Education Trust to assist our member schools in providing health care to its employees at a reduced price. Request a quote at www.azpcc.org and compare rates.
Technology Alliance – The Association has worked with Microsoft, Paragon Micro, and Compass Network Solutions to finalize a ground-breaking technology alliance that provides members school access to deeply discounted group purchasing contracts for educational software, new and refurbished hardware, IT support services and complimentary professional development training. Learn more at www.azcharters.org/technology.
Joint Purchasing Programs: We have utilized the group buying power of nearly 400 members to negotiate deeply discounted pricing in the areas listed below. You can get the details and sign up for all of our joint purchasing programs at www.azcharters.org/jointpurchasing.
- Discounted Classroom and Office Supplies –Our joint purchasing program with OfficeMax saves your school between 40%-70% off over 250 of your most commonly purchased office and classroom supplies.
- School Furniture – Looking for new student desks, lockers, a science lab, or music room? You’ll receive a minimum of 70% off standard prices through our group purchasing contract with Hertz Furniture.
- Parent Communications – We recognize that parent engagement is a time-consuming and yet critical element of high student achievement. Consequently, we’ve added a parent communication system to our joint purchasing contracts. You can now connect with your students’ parents through unlimited text, voice, and e-mail alerts for $2.50 per student per year.

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Corporate Membership Benefits Include:

30 minute consultation with membership marketing team including target market review and suggested strategies
Priority notice regarding conference, workshop, or virtual event sponsorships that fit your industry
Online listing that includes logo, click through to website, and company description that members access year-round
75 word listing in corporate member directory disseminated to over 375 charter schools
Association member logo
Discounts on conference exhibit space, print, and online advertising
As well as several unique a la carte marketing options such as:
- E-mail and direct mail outreach packages tailored to specific school demographics that fir your customer profile
- Printed advertising opportunities
  - Fundraising Guide
  - Back to School Promotional
  - Holiday Savings Promotional
  - Corporate Member Directory
- Conference and Seminar on-site program advertisements
- Web-based marketing products
  - Arizona Charter Schools Association Banner Ad
  - Weekly email advertising block
- Regional Event Sponsorships (in addition to conference sponsorships)
  - School-led workshops
  - Regional Meetings and Discussion Groups

Want to learn more about Corporate Membership? Contact Nicole Denison with questions.

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