CharterNation

The voice of California’s charter public school movement

CCSA’s CharterNation is your go-to source for charter public school news and stories from the Golden State. We strive to bring you real stories from charter school thought leaders, students, families, and educators on the frontlines.

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Mentoring is the ‘Secret Sauce’ for Aspen Valley Prep Closing the Achievement Gap

In 2015, Aspen Valley Prep, a Fresno-based TK-8 charter public school, was in search of a more tailored curriculum for its students.

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What does your Heritage Mean to You?

National Hispanic Heritage Month began today.

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Creekside Charter School’s Focus on the Whole Child Is a True Driver of Success

For five straight years, Creekside Charter School has seen its test scores rise. That has made the K-8, Tahoe-based school not only a top academic performer in comparison to nearby traditional district schools, but also within the state. Last...

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La Clave del Éxito: Familias Involucradas

¿Qué tienen en común los padres que buscan opciones de educación para sus hijos? Conocí a dos padres de familia, Delia García de Guatemala y Joel Merino de México. Ambos me contaron como se enteraron de la escuela Equitas Academy la cual les quedó...

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Charter Schools Enjoy Greater Flexibility

Another defining trait of California’s charter public schools is the flexibility they enjoy.

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Interview with Education Equity Champion Jay Artis-Wright

We recently had a chance to chat with Jay Artis-Wright, CCSA’s Vice President of Policy and Public Affairs. A mother of three, Jay has over 15 years of fighting for educational equity, including work at the New Jersey Charter School Association and...

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