Moving In and Setting Up: Templates and Exemplars
Finance Forms for Charter Schools
Charter schools can use this set of templates from the New York City Charter School Center to create their own forms. Included are templates for purchase request, expense request, expense reimbursement, and purchase order forms.
High School Diploma Information
For High Schools looking to order diplomas, please note that charter schools do not use the NYC DOE diploma. Since the State does not require a particular format, high schools have some options: Order the blank sample attached from the state (only available when ordering Regents exams following the directions below) Create/Order your own (two […]
Employee File Checklist Template
The employee file, or personnel file, contains a detailed record of every employment action and protocol. Employment files require precise measures and upkeep to ensure the files are accurate, complete and up-to-date. An Employee File Checklist is a simple tool to aid your HR team in the maintenance and inclusion of all relevant materials.
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.
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.
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 […]
