Moving In and Setting Up: Templates and Exemplars
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.
ELL/MLL Learner Support
In today’s diverse educational landscape, catering to the diverse needs of students is paramount. Among these needs, supporting Multilingual Learners (MLL) or English Language Learners (MLL/ELL) stands as a crucial priority. These students bring a wealth of cultural backgrounds and languages to the classroom, enriching the learning environment. However, to ensure their academic success and […]
SPED: CSE and Compliance
The September 2010 presentation Common Coordination Issues, from the Brooklyn Charter School Student Support Agency, addresses common coordination issues facing schools with Special Education students. The first half of the presentation covers the NYC Committee on Special Education (CSE), including the structure and function of the CSE, roles and responsibilities of the CSE and the charter […]
Developing a Sound School Budget
This presentation from the New York City Charter School Center explains the proper way to prepare a budget for a new charter school. All revenue streams and cost centers are covered in detail. Learn how to be conservative when projecting both revenues and expenses. A sample budget is included.
Board Positions
Understanding the roles and responsibilities of board members is an important step in effective governance. These resources will help clarify what the board chair and other board members’ roles are, and the characteristics to look for in candidates for particular positions. The Board Chairperson is one of the most important roles in any charter school. Top […]
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 […]
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 […]
