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The Certified Charter Schools Program represents the first time in the nation that a state’s charter school movement has joined together to implement standards with accountability—all while allowing charter schools the flexibility to maintain their tailored programs and operations that make them unique.
As a member of the Association you have demonstrated your commitment to meeting high quality standards through participation in the CertifiedCharter Schools program. The Association looks forward to working with you in meeting this important requirement.
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Quality Standards
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Student Academic Achievement First
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Ethical Leadership
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Continuous Focus on Increasing Quality
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Responsible Governance
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Fiscal Accountability
View the detailed standards
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Showcasing Your Commitment to Quality
Based on comprehensive quality standards, the Certified Charter Schools Program was developed with input from over 300 charter school leaders. Although membership to the Association is voluntary, your school’s certification helps ensure the stability, success, and longevity of your school while showcasing your quality of standards to parents, teachers, and students.
The Certified Charter School Cycle:
Step One: Commit. Sign the movement-generated Quality Standards to become a member of the Association
Step Two: Choose. Work with the Association’s Quality Team to choose a third-party review that fits your needs
Step Three: Site Visit. Host a site visit by a third-party review team and implement your school’s action plan
Step Four: Document. Complete your third-party review and document your accomplishment by submitting the report to the Association
Step Five: Certification. Congratulations, certification marks your continuous improvement through a cycle of self study and external review
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