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National Charter School Week: Tell Us Why You Love Your Charter School!
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May 1-5, 2017 marks National Charter Schools Week. All across the country, schools will celebrate more than 25 years of innovation in education - nearly 15 of which have happened right here in Tennessee. Since the first charter school opened in 2003, Tennessee has been a leader on the education reform front and today more than 33,000 students have the opportunity to attend 107 public charter schools and counting. National Charter Schools Week is a chance for everyone to not only celebrate the impactful contributions that charter schools are adding to public education, but to educate themselves and others about what charters are and how they work. Read more about why we celebrate National Charter Schools Week here.
And, don't forget to follow us and share your stories on all of our social media platforms to keep up with the awesome stories from #TNcharters across the state! #CharterSchoolsWeek
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Tennessee High-Quality Charter Schools Act Passes Legislature
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The Tennessee High Quality Charter Schools Act (HB310) passed out of both Tennessee Legislative chambers with a significant majority. An overview of key provisions from this piece of legislation is available here, and the amended and final version of the bill can be found here. Thanks to feedback from charter school leaders, TCSC, and education partners across the state, we were able to address the issues most important to students, leaders, and the success of high-quality public charter schools to include facilities funding support and establishing frameworks for encouraging stronger authorizer best practices. This is a great step forward and we are excited to lead into National Charter Schools Week with such positive news!
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Chattanooga Prep Prepares to Open New All Boys Charter in 2018
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It's application season in districts across the state and as many charter offices are thoughtfully reviewing submitted proposals, the Hamilton County Board of Education has already given the green light to Chattanooga Prep, an all-boys charter gearing up to open in the Fall 2018. The school's curriculum will be heavily STEM-focused and incorporate strong mentorship opportunities to help encourage and engage some of Chattanooga's underserved students. Congratulations to Ted and Kelley Alling on the approval!
Read more about Chattanooga Prep here.
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Be BoardSmart: TCSC Offering Board and Governance Training to Charter School Boards
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Making sure charter school boards have the skills they need to succeed is an important part of thriving, high-quality schools. That's why the Tennessee Charter School Center is excited to announce that registration is now open for BoardSmart, our revamped board and governance training program that ensures all members involved in making influential education decisions are knowledgeable and qualified. It's also part of Tennessee law. Charter Boards have an opportunity to complete training and certification with the Tennessee Charter School Center and our partnership with Board on Track through August 1, 2017.
If you have questions about how to register or would like more information on BoardSmart, please contact Marceia Ashe, our Director of Quality School Initiatives.
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Days Off the Hill: Welcoming TN Legislators Inside Charter School Classrooms and Communities
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This year, instead of taking charter school kids to the Nashville Capitol, many schools got on board with "Days Off the Hill" by welcoming legislators to experience their innovative schools first hand.
"Inviting legislators into my classroom has been a value add for me, my students and all kids who deserve access to high quality schools. My students are amazing--as I'm sure every teacher believes. The most powerful moments in my classroom have happened when my six year olds have shared their thoughts and opinions with legislators. It has helped my students to believe that their voices are important--and it has brought their stories to the capitol..." - Katie Hoffmeir, KIPP Kirkpatrick Charter School, Nashville, TN
TCSC is highlighting each visit on our social media, so follow us to see more compelling reasons why legislators are going off the hill and into the classroom!
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The Tennessee Charter School Center is the primary charter school support organization in Tennessee. We are leading the movement for effective policy, excellent schools, quality operators & informed communities. Our mission is to support quality and cultivate innovation in public education and ensure ALL students in Tennessee have access and the opportunity of a quality education.
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TCSC Feedback Forums
May 23 & May 25, 2017
Conference Calls
We've heard your feedback, and we want to learn even more! TCSC will be hosting focus groups among school administrator learn more about how we can best create programs and services to support each of your school needs. Join us via WebEx on May 23rd and 25th. If you haven't completed the School Lead Contacts form, please complete this form to ensure your school contacts are included in these upcoming invitations. For questions, please contact Anjelica Hall, Managing Director of Partnerships and Programs, at anjelica@tnchartercenter.org.
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Senior Signing Day
May 17, 2017
9:45 am to 11:00 am
Belmont University - Curb Center
Nashville, TN
Come help LEAD Public Schools celebrate the accomplishments of the LEAD Academy Class of 2017! For a 4th consecutive year, 100% of the LEAD Academy seniors have been accepted to a 4-year college or university. Learn more about this year's graduates here.
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Decision Day
May 17, 2017
1:00 - 2:30pm CDT
Cook Convention Center - South Hall
Memphis, TN
KIPP Memphis seniors have made their decisions for life after high school! Now join the celebration on Friday, May 12th to find out where they will go!
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