Charter Schools Program grants fund the replication of high performing public charter schools, facilities, and the implementation and planning of new charter schools.
Charter Schools Program grants fund the replication of high performing public charter schools, facilities, and the implementation and planning of new charter schools.
On April 2, 2024, the U.S. Department of Education announced grant recipients for the FY2024 Charter Schools Program (CSP) Replication and Expansion of High-Quality Charter School Grants. In all, there are 17 awards totaling more than $212 million to be awarded over the life of the grants. These grants will be used to replicate and… Continue reading 2024 Replication Grants For The Charter Schools Program Announced
In 2023, charter school advocates continued to make legislative gains in statehouses across the country. These gains were made in red, blue, and purple states, oftentimes in ways that showed bipartisan support for charter schools remains firmly in place. A new report, 2023 State Legislative Session Highlights for Public Charter Schools, written by Todd Ziebarth,… Continue reading 2023 State Legislative Summary: Momentum for Public Charter Schools Remains Strong
With state legislative sessions underway, our efforts to protect the interests of students and families seeking high-quality public education options are in full swing.
The National Alliance for Public Charter Schools is proud to honor 10 individuals with the 2022 Changemaker Award who are making a positive difference at charter schools and in their larger community. The leaders are unsung heroes and heroines who, through their exceptional effort, touched the lives of people in their charter school community, brought innovation and… Continue reading National Alliance Celebrates Ten Charter Leaders Who Are Making a Difference in Their Communities
The National Alliance for Public Charter Schools is proud to honor Governor Mike DeWine of Ohio with a 2022 Champion for Charter Schools Award, recognizing his commitment as a state leader to seeing charter schools thrive and expand in Ohio. Governor DeWine earned this distinction for his tireless efforts in supporting these unique public schools… Continue reading National Alliance Honors Ohio Governor Mike DeWine with a 2022 Champion for Charter Schools Award
In 2021, families were desperate for more educational options. Hearing their cries, lawmakers in state after state made significant improvements to their charter school laws, creating more fertile ground for these unique public schools. These changes were reflected in the National Alliance’s 13th annual state charter school law rankings report, which saw positive movement in a number… Continue reading 4 States Setting Charter Schools Up for Success in 2022
2015 has proved to be another successful year for public charter school legislation across the country. Some of the biggest developments of the 2015 state legislative sessions include: Alabama became the 43rd state to enact a public charter school law. Connecticut defeated a proposed two-year moratorium on opening of new charter schools. Indiana increased school autonomy, strengthened school… Continue reading 2015 State Legislative Session Highlights for Public Charter Schools