Governance: Bylaws and Conflict of Interest Policies for Charter Schools
All charter schools must have a set of bylaws and conflict of interest policies that comply with New York law. These resources go over the basics of these policies and what’s required under the law, including changes to Open Meetings Law from the past few years.
Accountability: Developing a Leadership Dashboard
A dashboard is an essential tool for charter school leaders and the board. This resource will help you build a dashboard for your charter school.
Student Immunizations
Children attending daycare and pre-K through 12th grade in New York State must receive all required doses of vaccines on the recommended schedule to attend or remain in school.
Student Recruitment & Enrollment Resources
Below you will find student enrollment templates and exemplars from your colleagues that are useful in the creation of a new school’s procedures or in refreshing your materials. For enrollment communication templates and lottery best practices, please see our Lottery Procedures and Best Practices resource.
ATS Overview Developed by Charter School Leaders
This comprehensive guide, developed and originally presented by Rebecca Daverin of Explore Schools, is a great one-stop resource for the most useful ATS functions and reports. Note: If you still need an ATS account, or to request one for a new staff member at your school, complete this form and email it to Tliu2@schools.nyc.gov. As a reminder, ATS […]
Building a Charter School Founding Board
The skills and dedication of the personnel who make up the founding charter school Board are essential for a new school’s success. These resources will help schools recruit the right board members and get their new boards up and running. Critical board building challenge: How does a charter school board clearly define its roles, responsibilities […]
SPED: Regulations and Procedures
The Standard Operating Procedures Manual is a how-to guide explaining the entire special education referral, evaluation, and placement process in New York City. The Parent’s Guide to Special Education explains the procedures for evaluation and placement of students with disabilities and emphasizes the due process rights for parents.
Facilities: For Charters Co-Located in DOE Buildings
The Co-Location Handbook” explores the practice of shared space in NYC Public Schools, aligned with the Education Department’s mission. Educators collaborate with stakeholders to improve academics and readiness. Since 2015, NYC DOE has promoted positive co-location relationships. The book outlines strategies like effective communication, collaboration, equity, and accountability. It guides Building Council Leaders in enhancing […]
Staff Handbook
Clear expectations promote strong performances. A comprehensive staff handbook is the best way to ensure all employees understand the professional standards and culture of the school. Several extensive handbooks are attached, each with particular strengths. SBuffalo’s CS Handbook has thorough sections on social media and computer use and mentions confidentiality of student records. Hebrew CS […]
Funding: City Grants for Charter Schools
Each year, the Borough Presidents’ offices and New York City Council members distribute millions of dollars in public funds through discretionary grant programs. Public schools and non-profit organizations use these grants for everything from purchasing new technology and sports equipment to refurbishing playgrounds, science labs and auditoriums. The slideshow below covers the different types of […]
