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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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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An Up-close Look at Personalized Learning at CORE Butte Charter School

Personalized learning is considered by many education experts as an effective instructional approach to engage and motivate students because academic goals, expectations, learning plans, and family engagement are tailored and individualized to meet...

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Charter Public Schools Embrace Native Wisdom and Heritage

As Native American Heritage Month continues, we pay tribute to three charter public schools in California that are dedicated to serving Native American or Indigenous students, as well as offering unique educational programs focused on teaching...

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Granada Hills Charter Stands the Test of Time

Granada Hills Charter (GHC) is one of a few charter public schools in California that has been in operation for 20 years.

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