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The voice of California’s charter public school movement

CCSA’s CharterNation is your go-to source for charter school news and stories from the Golden State. Whether you’re listening to our podcast or reading stories from our blog, we strive to bring you real stories from charter school thought leaders, students, families, and educators on the frontlines.

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California's Best Charter Public Middle Schools in 2024

California's charter public middle schools earned top rankings in 2024 from U.S. News & World Report and Niche. In addition, the California Department of Education honored many charter public middle schools with the prestigious California...

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California's Best Charter Public Elementary Schools in 2024

Many charter public elementary schools in California are ranked among the best by U.S. News & World Report and Niche in 2024. Charter public elementary schools also consistently earn the prestigious California Distinguished Schools Award bestowed by...

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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.

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How to Create An Affirming School Culture for Black Students

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. 

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Year In Review: Charters Continue to Change Students' Lives

Happy 2024 CharterNation! CCSA is the voice of the charter public school movement in California. For 20 years, we have helped charters flourish and we are proud that nearly 700,000 students (12% of all California’s public school enrollment) now...

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#ChartersGiveBack During the Holiday Season

Charter public schools in California are considered pillars in their communities because they provide a high-quality education to students, wraparound services to families, and charitable events for all.

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