What is National Charter School Week?
National Charter School Week is the celebration of the first charter school law passed by the Minnesota Legislature in 1991. This year marks the 30th anniversary of the school choice movement which has grown to serve more than 3 million students on 7,400 public charter school campuses nationwide. Families across the country now have more quality public school options and hope for a best-fit academic environment for their children.
Why Should We Celebrate National Charter School Week?
It is simple. Before the advent of charter schools, families were limited by their geography and the quality of the nearby traditional public school quality. In the 30 years that have followed, students have found hope through tuition-free learning options. Innovative practices developed in charter schools have been adopted by private schools and traditional public schools, resulting in benefits for all students.
Are Charter Schools Public Schools?
There is a common misconception that charter schools are private schools. This could not be further from the truth. Charter schools are tuition-free public schools of choice open for enrollment to all students regardless of background or academic ability. Charter schools receive federal and state funding and are subject to the same accountability standards as traditional public schools. No two charter schools are the same and in response to community demand, charter schools continue to adapt and provide differentiated educational models. From virtual programs to classical education, college prep to credit recovery, charter schools offer many tuition-free learning environments to meet the needs of all students.
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