A record number of California’s charter public schools—about 75% of them—are embarking on a major journey beginning this academic year. Between now and 2027, over 900 charter public schools will navigate the state’s charter renewal process.
"Innovate & Educate" is a monthly column by Mryna Castrejón, President and CEO of CCSA, the largest statewide charter public school association in the U.S. Ms. Castrejón explores statewide K-12 issues through a charter public school lens in this...
Ten outstanding charter high school students were selected to receive the 2024 Susan Steelman Bragato Scholarship this year, a statewide award given by CCSA every year to honor charter graduates who have overcome adversity, given back to their...
10 Exceptional Charter Schools Share Key Practices for Producing College and Career Bound Students
The 2024 Portrait of the Movement: How California’s Charter Public Schools Are Preparing Students for College and Career focuses on ten exceptional charter public schools – and five innovative practices – which are helping to send significantly more...
4 Ways to Get Your Charter School Noticed
To capture the attention of prospective families, media outlets, and local elected officials, charter public schools must get out there and a market themselves.
As Black History Month comes to a close, we feature a Q&A with a dynamic Black charter school leader in Los Angeles who explains the importance of creating and nurturing an affirming school culture where Black students can thrive.