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The Future of California Education

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Find a Charter School

Finding a California charter school near you is easy! Start by entering either a school name, zip code, address, county or city. Then you'll be taken to our map view.

Learn about Charter Schools

Start a Charter School and Transform Your Community

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The charter school movement needs motivated and visionary leaders to drive positive change in education for the next generation.

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Register for a Free online "How to Start" workshop today »

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  • Get Started Today!
  • Understanding the Timeline
  • Understanding the Landscape

Take Action to Create a Positive Environment for Charters

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The charter school movement works collectively to improve the political and regulatory landscape for charters.

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More About Advocacy

  • At the Capitol: Statewide Advocacy
  • Schedule a Legislative Visit

Commit to Improving Educational Opportunities

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The charter school movement stands for performance-based accountability in exchange for operational flexibility.

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  • Portrait of the Movement
  • CCSA Member Council Framework for Improved Academic Accountability
  • Understanding Charters
  • Starting a Charter School
  • Operating a Charter School
  • Advocacy
  • Member Services

State Budget Update

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On June 14, the state legislature adopted the budget for the 2013-14 fiscal year. The budget includes implementation of the Local Control Funding Formula- a major restructuring of California's school funding system, and other changes for charter schools.

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Members: Two Pieces of Advice for Renewing Schools

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Charter Advantage

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Facilities Initiative Survey Re-opened: We Need Your School's Data!

Featured Resources

  • Charter School Planning Calendar
  • Jobs
  • Charter Schools Financial Management Guide
  • State Budget Update
  • Business Managers' Meetings
  • FAQ on CCSA's Public Call for Non-Renewal
  • California Charter Schools Conference
  • Fact Sheets
  • Members' Blog
  • Events Calendar
  • Charter Advantage

Join the Association

Learn about our programs for:

  • Existing Charter Schools
  • Charter School Developers
  • Charter School Authorizers
  • Vendors
  • Manage Your Membership
Insurance and Risk Management for California Charter Schools Since 2004
Insurance and Risk Management for
California Charter Schools Since 2004

In the News

  • June 17, 2013

    An Alternative to Special Day Classes: PUC Schools Implements a New Approach

  • June 15, 2013

    Governor Brown's Budget is a Historic Milestone for All Public School Students

  • June 14, 2013

    KIPP LA Teacher Wins Prestigious Nationwide Award from Teach For America

  • June 14, 2013

    Da Vinci Schools Hosts SpaceX President for Young Women's Career Conference

  • June 13, 2013

    19 of 24 Top High Schools in LA are Charter Schools

  • June 7, 2013

    6/7/13 Charter School Round-Up

  • June 7, 2013

    2013 Susan Steelman Bragato Scholarships Honor Five Outstanding High School Seniors

  • June 4, 2013

    "Go forth and make your mistakes" - Words from a Graduate

Action & Advocacy

  • At the Capitol
  • Facilities Equity
  • Funding Equity
  • Legal Advocacy
  • Renewal Advocacy
  • Special Education

Accountability

  • Ensuring Academic Accountability within the Movement

For Families

  • Why Families Choose Charters
  • Families That Can

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