About Charter Schools

WHY CHARTER SCHOOLS ARE DIFFERENT

Charter Schools are independent public schools that are free to be more innovative and are held accountable for improved student achievement. They foster a partnership between parents, teachers and students to create an environment in which parents can be more involved, teachers are given the freedom to innovate and students are provided the structure they need to learn.

A MORE STRUCTURED LEARNING ENVIRONMENT

Charter schools provide a more structured learning environment, greater student discipline and increased parental involvement.

IMPROVED STUDENT ACHIEVEMENT

Charter schools are held accountable for improving student achievement.

INCREASED FLEXIBILITY

School leaders are permitted more flexibility when managing their school, allowing them to respond to parents and students needs.

REWARDED QUALITY

High quality teachers are rewarded for their excellent service.

INCREASED OPTIONS

Charter schools give parents options when it comes to where to send their child to school.