The Federal Charter Schools Program: 2023 Impact Report
Our 2023 CSP annual report breaks down how the program works and ways school leaders are using the funds.
Essays on the Charter School Movement
A compilation of essays on the charter school movement from diverse voices in the sector, in which authors discuss the vital role of charter schools.
A Look at Charter Schools In Rural Areas
The full report dives into the current landscape of charter schools, challenges and opportunities, and the overall impact of charter schools in rural communities.
2022 Year in Review
From start to finish, 2022 was a year of progress for the National Alliance. We flexed our muscles, raised our voice, defeated threats, and seized opportunities to give more students access to a high-quality public charter school.
The Charter School Community's 2023 Federal Priorities
This paper summarizes our federal policy recommendations for 2023 to help strengthen all U.S. public schools and equip them with resources to meet the unique needs of all students.
Understanding School Districts in a Charter School Context
How can we describe charter schools as it relates to school districts? This white paper breaks down how the National Alliance captures data and methods for district-based analyses.
2022 State Legislative Highlights For Public Charter Schools
2022 turned out to be a dynamic year for charter schools, as many state lawmakers recognized the fact parents want more schooling options that fit their children’s unique needs.
Changing Course: Public School Enrollment Shifts During the Pandemic
An analysis of student enrollment trends in public schools during the pandemic—namely that charter schools are the only types of public schools that increased enrollment during the pandemic.
The Federal Charter Schools Program: 2022 Impact Report
Our 2022 annual report explores the impact of the CSP on communities around the country and makes the case for increased funding for the program.
Charter Schools and ESSER Funds: A Series of Case Studies
Bellwether interviewed the leaders of five charter schools and charter management organizations about how they used their ESSER funds and drafted short case studies based on those conversations.
Fostering Charter School Growth Through State Loan and Grant Programs
Thirteen states and Washington, D.C. enacted charter school loan programs to help close the funding gaps—and we hope they inspire other states to do so as well.
Never Going Back: An Analysis of Parent Sentiment on Education
This report examines results from a survey of more than 5,000 parents conducted by The Harris Poll in May 2022 that may have a major impact on future elections.