The Charter School Membership is designed to give you support and guidance from every angle. From day to day operations, to recruiting, to finances, it’s just the help you need to run your charter school more effectively and efficiently.

Highlights include:

Help every step of the way

Every member school will be assigned a regional general manager. He/she will help you:

Keep your school in tip top shape
Work with authorizers
Prepare for renewal
Recruit the best and the brightest educators

Assistance with the certification process

In order to demonstrate your high operational standards and gain the credibility you deserve, your school will undergo a third-party review consisting of:

A thorough self-study
On-site visit by a team of neutral evaluators
Development of a comprehensive action plan

The Association is here to guide you through this process and help you reap the benefits of becoming a Certified Member.

You will also have access to the Association’s Help Desk Member Support Team and Peer Mentor Support Network who can:

Provide expert technical assistance
Answer questions on finances, labor relations, curriculum and more
Offer peer-to-peer support from seasoned charter operators

Perks for your wallet

Low-interest loans
Lower rates for workers comp
Substantial discounts on office supplies, technology products
Reduced prices for Association workshops and annual conference

Handy tools

Free, online Job Posting Service
Networking Directory and Resource Guide to help you locate and work with similar schools

News, updates and other good stuff

Both online and in print, Charter Journal provides:

Updates on funding opportunities, upcoming events and important deadlines
Up to the minute legislative news affecting charter schools
Innovative charter school best practices