The charter renewal process is the primary method to ensure that schools are meeting performance expectations. As an authorizer, developing and implementing a clearly defined, rigorous, and transparent renewal process is essential for maintaining high quality charter schools.
In this session, experienced authorizer representatives will share best practices for designing and implementing charter renewal processes that emphasize and reward high performance.
Topics will include:- Establishing clear renewal criteria grounded in comprehensive performance expectations (academic, financial, compliance, etc.) - Creating a fair evaluation process with clear timelines, evidence requirements, schedules for site visits, etc. - Making data-driven renewal decisions - Communicating decisions clearly to all stakeholders
