CCSA Applauds Legislative Resolution Recognizing National Charter Schools Week
Press release on California Legislature recognizing May 6-12, 2012 as California Charter Schools Week
CCSA Statement Applauding Charter Schools Recognized with the Title I Academic Achievement Award
17 California charter schools were recognized with the 2011-12 Title I Academic Achievement Award.
Superior Court Issues Order in Favor of Bullis Charters School
The Honorable Patricia Lucas of the Superior Court of the State of California issued a judgment that requires the Los Altos School District to provide Bullis Charter School with a school site that complies with Prop. 39.
CCSA Statement Announcing Support for Governor Brown's Initiative to Increase Revenue for All Public Schools, Including Charters
CCSA announces support for Governor Brown's "Schools and Local Public Safety Protection Act."
CCSA Honors Outstanding High School Seniors with Susan Steelman Bragato Scholarships
Outstanding charter high school students receive the Susan Steelman Bragato Scholarship at the 19th Annual Charter Schools Conference.
Senator Bob Huff Receives Hart Vision Elected Leader of the Year Award
Hart Vision Elected Leader of the Year Award is presented to Senator Bob Huff at the 19th Annual Charter Schools Conference in Sacramento, CA.
Charter School Parents, Students and Leaders from Across California Rally at State Capitol for Funding Equity
Some 1,500 parents, students, leaders and supporters from charter schools across California rallied at the State Capitol steps to demand equitable funding for the state's 982 charter schools.
Sacramento's St. HOPE Public School 7 (PS7) Named Charter School of the Year
Hart Vision Charter School of the Year Award to St. HOPE Public School 7 (PS7) Charter presented at the 19th Annual Charter Schools Conference in Sacramento, CA.
CCSA Presents Award for Volunteer of the Year To WISH Charter School Parent Erika Higgins Ross
Hart Vision Charter School Volunteer of the Year Award to Erika Higgins Ross of WISH Charter School presented at the 19th Annual Charter Schools Conference in Sacramento, CA.
Gabriella Charter School Receives 2012's Hart Vision Charter School Of The Year Award
Hart Vision Charter School of the Year Award to Gabriella Charter presented at the 19th Annual Charter Schools Conference in Sacramento, CA.
CCSA Presents Hart Vision Award for Charter School Leader of the Year To Rocklin Academy's Dr. David Patterson
Hart Vision Charter Leader of the Year Award to Dr. David Patterson of Rocklin Academy presented at the 19th Annual Charter Schools Conference in Sacramento, CA.
CCSA Presents Hart Vision Award for Charter School Teacher of the Year To San Jacinto Valley Academy's Kelly Sullivan Perez
Hart Vision Teacher of the Year Award to Kelly Sullivan Perez of San Jacinto Valley Academy presented at the 19th Annual Charter Schools Conference in Sacramento, CA.
Second Annual "Portrait of the Movement" Report Rates California's Charter Schools' Performance
CCSA releases second annual Portrait of the Movement report.
5,000+ L.A. Parents Demand Better Public Schools at the "Schools We Can Believe In" Rally
On Saturday, Feb. 4, well over 5,000 parents, students and teachers from across Los Angeles joined education officials and leaders for the "Schools We Can Believe In" rally at Exposition Park, to demand high-quality public schools in every neighborhood, quality space and equal funding for all public school students.
Thousands of L.A. Parents Will Rally for "Schools We Can Believe In" on Saturday, Feb. 4
op city officials and education leaders are expected to join thousands of parents at a citywide rally this Saturday, February 4, at Exposition Park in front of the L.A. Memorial Coliseum to demand better public schools in Los Angeles. Among the featured speakers are Los Angeles Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa, LAUSD Board President Mónica García and Superintendent John Deasy.
CCSA Statement on AB 1172 Passing the Assembly Floor
CCSA Press Statement Regarding Passage of AB 1172, which would make it harder for charter schools to be approved by school districts, passed the Assembly Floor.
CCSA Statement on LAO Report Comparing Funding for Charter Schools and Their School District Peers
This statement was issued today by Jed Wallace, president and CEO of the California Charter Schools Association (CCSA) regarding the release by the California Legislative Analyst's Office (LAO) of a report comparing funding for charter schools and their school district peers.
CA Supreme Court Rules in Favor of Bullis Charter School, Denies Review of Landmark Prop. 39 Decision
California Supreme Court Upholds Decision on Bullis Charter Proposition 39 Case
CCSA Statement on National Alliance for Public Charter Schools Annual Ranking Of State Charter School Laws
Press statement on National Alliance for Public Charter Schools report ranking of state charter school laws.
CCSA Statement on Governor Brown's 2012-13 Budget Proposal
Today, Governor Jerry Brown released his 2012-13 Budget proposal, which vows to protect public education funding. On behalf of the California Charter Schools Association (CCSA), President and CEO Jed Wallace issued this following statement.
CCSA Calls for the Non-Renewal of 10 Charter Schools as a Result of Academic Underperformance
The California Charter Schools Association (CCSA) is calling today for the non-renewal of 10 charter schools from across California that are below CCSA's Minimum Criteria for Renewal.
California Charter Schools Register Significant Growth in New Charters, Enrollment
California charter public schools grew significantly this 2011-12 school year, opening at high numbers statewide, and serving more students and families in both urban and rural areas, according to data released by CCSA today.
Despite Challenges, Aspire Applies for School Under Round 3 of Public School Choice
Today Aspire Public Schools submitted its application to operate a new school in South Los Angeles under [Public School Choice (PSC)](/advocacy/public-school-choice-in-los-angeles.html), the Los Angeles Unified School District's unprecedented initiative to reform the operation of new schools and turn around the lowest performing schools in the district.
CCSA Statement on Rejection of Clayton Charter Conversion
CCSA Statement on Mt. Diablo School Board rejecting charter conversion of Clatyon Valley HIgh School.
LA Charter School Leader Named to Forbes' List of "World's 7 Most Powerful Educators"
Ana Ponce, founder of Camino Nuevo Charter Academy in Los Angeles and a member of CCSA's board of directors, was one of just seven educators recently featured in Forbes magazine on a list of "Most Powerful Educators."
CCSA Statement on LAUSD Public School Choice
CCSA Statement on the continuation of the Public School Choice process in Los Angeles
CCSA Statement on New Broad Foundation Award for Charter Schools
Broad Foundation Announces New Award for Charter Schools.
CA Appeals Court Rules Unanimously in favor of Bullis Charter School, Overturns Lower Court on Prop. 39
The California Court of Appeal for the Sixth District yesterday unanimously overturned a lower court's ruling on Proposition 39. The decision clarified the "reasonably equivalent" standards for school districts that are required by law to provide charter schools equal facilities to those of district public schools.
CCSA Statement on "Portrait of the Movement" Report National Recognition
CCSA's Portrait of the Movement report receives the Award for Excellence in Advancing Knowledge by the National Association of Charter School Authorizers (NACSA). Jed Wallace, president and CEO, CCSA, responds to this recognition.
Sacramento Mayor Kevin Johnson joins CCSA in Sacramento for Release of African American Student Performance Report
CCSA Releases African American Student Performance Report in Sacramento News Conference. Mayor Kevin Johnson, other education leaders, join CCSA at St. HOPE's Public School 7 (PS 7) charter, featured in the report.
African American Students Performing Better, Enrolling At Higher Rates At California Charter Schools
The California Charter Schools Association (CCSA), today released the report Chartering and Choice as an Achievement Gap-Closing Reform, providing an analysis of African American academic performance trends in California.
CCSA Statement on Departure of National Alliance for Public Charter Schools CEO Peter C. Groff
CCSA Statement on National Alliance for Public Charter Schools announcement of departure of CEO Peter C. Groff
CCSA Statement Congratulating Charter Schools Honored in the National Blue Ribbon Schools Program
National Blue Ribbon Award Winners were named by the U.S. Department of Education, including two California charter schools.
CCSA Statement On Bay Area's Clayton Valley Charter Proposal
CCSA Statement asking reconsideration from Mt. Diablo Unified School District of conditions on Clayton charter approval.
Los Angeles Charter Schools Outperform LAUSD
Taken as a group, Los Angeles charter schools outperform Los Angeles Unified School District across all grade levels on the Academic Performance Index (API), California's primary academic accountability metric for schools.
CCSA Statement on LAUSD's Approval of Public School Choice Changes
Statement from Jed Wallace, president and CEO of the California Charter Schools Association, on LAUSD's Approval of Public School Choice Changes.
Public School Choice Charter Schools Outperform District-Run Programs
Charter schools that opened under the first round of the Los Angeles Unified School District's Public School Choice (PSC 1.0) initiative last fall are largely outperforming district-run PSC programs, according to STAR testing results. Despite these promising results, on Tuesday, the LAUSD board is set to decide whether to continue to allow charter schools to apply for new schools under this reform initiative.
CCSA Responds to UC Berkeley Studies on Mobility in Charter Schools
Statement from CCSA on UC Berkeley studies on student and teacher mobility at charter schools in the Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD).
CCSA Statement on CCSA v. LAUSD Prop. 39 Lawsuit
The California Charter Schools Association and the Los Angeles Unified School District agreed to stay the lawsuit regarding Proposition 39 non-compliance.
California Charter Schools Association Responds to Newsweek's List of Top High Schools
Jed Wallace, president and CEO of the California Charter Schools Association, issued this statement today following the release of Newsweek's List of Top High Schools in the U.S., which includes some of California's top charter schools.
California Charter Schools Association Responds to "USC School Performance Dashboard" Report
A new University of Southern California (USC) report names top 10 charter schools in California. Also includes dashboard on financial health and academic performance of California's charter schools.
Families That Can Announces Hiring of Corri Ravare as new Executive Director
The California Charter Schools Association (CCSA) is excited to announce that Corri Tate Ravare will be leading Families That Can, its statewide charter school parent organization.
State Senate Passes Bill to Ensure Higher Accountability For California's Charter Schools
State Senate approves SB 645, a CCSA-sponsored bill which would increase academic accountability in California's charter schools.
CCSA Statement on the Los Angeles Superior Court Decision on CCSA vs. LAUSD Proposition 39 Lawsuit
For immediate release Contact: Vicky Waters vwaters@calcharters.org (415) 505-7575 LOS ANGELES, California (May 24, 2011).-- Statement from Jed Wallace, President and CEO of the California Charter Schools Association (CCSA), on the Los Angeles Superior Court Decision on CCSA vs. LAUSD...
CCSA Statement on Passage of Anti-Charter Legislation Intended to Cap Number of Charters in California
The State Assembly passed AB 401 (Ammiano-D) in a vote of 43-29. The bill would cap the number of charter schools at 1,450 for the next five years, limiting growth and impacting families and students statewide. Jed Wallace, president and CEO of the CCSA, released this statement on the anti-charter bill.
CCSA Statement on LAUSD's Prop. 39 Offers
The Los Angeles Unified School District released a list of final offers for Prop. 39 facilities. Jed Wallace, president and CEO of the California Charter Schools Association, issued this statement responding to the increase in the number of offers, and sharing his concerns on the quality of the offers.
CCSA Statement on Governor Brown's May Revise
Jed Wallace, president and CEO of the California Charter Schools Association, released this following statement in response to Governor Jerry Brown's May Revise.
Assembly Education Committee Rejects Anti-Charter School Measure Intended to Limit Growth and Choice
Assembly Education Committee Rejects Anti-Charter Bill AB 1172; Bill Intended to Limit Charter Growth and Due Process
Senate Education Committee Approves Higher Accountability Criteria For California's Charter Schools
The Senate Education Committee today approved SB 645, a bill sponsored by the California Charter Schools Association (CCSA) that calls for the increase of accountability criteria for charter schools at the time of their renewal.
CCSA Congratulates Maria Casillas of Families in Schools on her New Role
This week, the non-profit Families in School announced two staff transitions - that founding President and CEO Maria Casillas was leaving to take a new position at Los Angeles Unified School District and that long-time employee Oscar Cruz would be taking over the helm at the non-profit. Allison Bajracharya, Los Angeles Managing Regional Director for the California Charter Schools Association, released this statement on these changes.
CCSA Statement on Governor Brown's Appointment of Sue Burr as Executive Director of the State Board of Education
Jed Wallace, President and CEO of the California Charter Schools Association, issued this statement in responsive to Governor Jerry Brown's Appointment of Sue Burr as Executive Director of the State Board of Education.
CCSA Statement Lauding 2011 California Distinguished Schools
Jed Wallace, President and CEO of the California Charter Schools Association (CCSA), released this statement applauding the winners of the 2011 California Distinguished Schools Award.
CCSA Statement Applauding Winners of Title I Academic Achievement Award
Jed Wallace, President and CEO of the California Charter Schools Association (CCSA), released this statement applauding the winners of the 2010-11 Title I Academic Achievement Award, which include 22 California charter schools.
CCSA Statement on LAUSD's Public School Choice Vote
The LAUSD Board voted today on the second round of the Public School Choice initiative, giving charter schools the opportunity to open 5,000 additional seats to students in the district next year. The members gave Public School Choice schools to four of the top charter operators in LAUSD.
CCSA Statement on LAUSD Superintendent's Public School Choice Recommendations
Jed Wallace, president and CEO of the California Charter Schools Association (CCSA), issued the following statement today on Superintendent Ramon Cortines' recommendations for the applicants to run schools under the second round of Public School Choice:
18th Annual California Charter Schools Conference Breaks Attendance Record; Focused on Connecting Charter School Leaders, Educators, Parents and Supporters
The 18th Annual California Charter Schools Conference gathered more than 3,000 charter leaders, educators, advocates, parents, supporters, and more to San Diego this year, offering services, advice, and information to encourage charter growth and sustainability. The annual conference hosted an array of leaders, including L.A. Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa and former California Secretary of Education Richard Riordan, as well as interactive panels and sessions on various education issues.
The Classical Academy's Cameron Curry Receives Hart Vision Award for Charter Leader of the Year at 18th Annual Charter Schools Conference
Cameron Curry, executive director of The Classical Academy, was named Charter Leader of the Year at the 18th Annual California Charter Schools Conference. Mr. Curry has been serving students in the San Diego area since 1999, with a program that is innovative and personalized.
CCSA Names Dr. Olga Mohan High School and KIPP Bridge Charter Schools of the Year at 18th Annual Charter Schools Conference
The California Charter Schools Association named the Dr. Olga Mohan High School in Los Angeles and the KIPP Bridge Charter School in West Oakland as this year's recipients of the Hart Vision Award for Charter Schools of the Year. Both schools excel in serving students in unprivileged communities, and are some of the top performing charters in the state.
L.A. Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa Receives Award, Discusses Education at 18th Annual Charter Schools Conference
Antonio Villaraigosa, Mayor of Los Angeles, was named the Elected Leader of the Year at the 18th Annual Charter Schools Conference in San Diego. The Mayor discussed education, and called for more collaboration between school districts and charter schools.
CCSA Statement on the March 8 LAUSD Board Election
Jed Wallace, President and CEO of the California Charter Schools Association (CCSA), issued the following statement today on results of the March 8 Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD) board election.
Richard Riordan, Former CA Secretary of Education, L.A. Mayor Receives Supporter of the Year Award at 18th Annual Charter Schools Conference
Former California Secretary of Education and Los Angeles Mayor Richard Riordan received the charter school Supporter of the Year award at the 18th Annual Charter Schools Conference for his continued support of charter schools and education reform. Mr. Riordan was also instrumental in helping ICEF schools in L.A. stay open this year.
Aspire Titan Academy Educator Honored as Charter School Teacher of the Year
The California Charter Schools Association (CCSA) named Meredith Dadigan Teacher of the Year at the 18th Annual California Charter Schools Conference. Dadigan teaches elementary school students at Aspire Titan Academy in Huntington Park.
18th Annual California Charter Schools Conference Honors Volunteer, Authorizer of 2011
California Charter Schools Association (CCSA) honors Brian Rogers from Lighthouse Community Charter School in Oakland as Volunteer of the Year and the San Diego Unified School District as Authorizer of the Year in 18th Annual Charter Schools Conference. Both are part of the yearly Hart Vision Awards, named after the author of the Charter Schools Law in California.
Families That Can delivers 5,300 parent letters to the LAUSD school board
PRESS RELEASE For Immediate Release Contact: Sierra Jenkins sjenkins@familiesthatcan.org 213-256-9489 (March 2, 2011) LOS ANGELES - Dozens of parents went to the Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD) board meeting on Tuesday to deliver 5,300 letters from public school parents...
Charter Schools Are Closing the Achievement Gap, Report Shows; Sets Performance Benchmarks for Increased Accountability
New annual report, Portrait of the Movement, rates state's charter schools' performance; details strengths and weaknesses; and sets new, higher minimum performance expectations
CCSA Statement on the Selection of John Deasy as New LAUSD Superintendent
Jed Wallace, President and CEO of the California Charter Schools Association (CCSA), issued this statement on the selection of John Deasy as the new Superintendent of the Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD).
CCSA Statement on Governor Jerry Brown's 2011-12 Budget Proposal
On behalf of the California Charter Schools Association (CCSA), President and CEO Jed Wallace, issued this statement regarding Governor Jerry Brown's 2011-12 budget proposal.
CCSA Statement Regarding the Third Appellate District's Opinion in CSBA v. SBE Proposition 39 Regulations Lawsuit
Jed Wallace, President and CEO of the California Charter Schools Association (CCSA), released this statement regarding the Third Appellate District's opinion in CSBA v. SBE Proposition 39 regulations lawsuit
CCSA Statement on Special Education in LAUSD
The Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD) board approved a new Special Education Local Plan Area (SELPA) reorganization plan, which will give charter schools better options and more flexibility in special education service delivery. Jed Wallace, President and CEO of the California Charter Schools Association (CCSA), released this statement on Special Education in LAUSD.
CCSA Statement on the Inauguration of Governor Jerry Brown
Jed Wallace, President and CEO of the California Charter Schools Association (CCSA), released this statement on the inauguration of Governor Jerry Brown.
CCSA Statement on the Inauguration of Superintendent Tom Torlakson
Jed Wallace, President and CEO of the California Charter Schools Association (CCSA), released this statement on the inauguration of Superintendent of Public Instruction Tom Torlakson.
Los Angeles School Board and Local Charter School Leaders Sign on to Quality Schools Compact
Los Angeles is one of nine cities whose leaders announced today that the school district and charter school community have signed an agreement to work together to ensure all students have the opportunity to attend high-quality public schools in their neighborhoods. The Los Angeles Board of Education passed the Quality Schools Compact on November 30, a collaborative effort between the Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD) and local charter public schools.
CCSA Statement Regarding the LA Superior Court Decision on CCSA's Motion for Summary Adjudication in the CCSA vs. LAUSD Proposition 39 Lawsuit
Jed Wallace, President and CEO of the California Charter Schools Association (CCSA), released this statement regarding the Los Angeles Superior Court Decision on CCSA's motion for summary adjudication in the CCSA vs. LAUSD Proposition 39 lawsuit.
Standing United as LAUSD's Public School Choice 2.0 Gets Underway
The California Charter Schools Association (CCSA) joined seven of the top charter schools in the Los Angeles area as they submitted their applications for schools identified by the Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD) for the second round of the Public School Choice initiative, also known as PSC 2.0. Showing a united front, the eight charter schools applied for the opportunity to run a total of nine new campuses and one existing one for the 2011-12 school year.
CCSA Statement on the Los Angeles Superior Court Decision on CCSA vs. LAUSD Proposition 39 Lawsuit
Jed Wallace, President and CEO of the California Charter Schools Association (CCSA), released the following statement on the Los Angeles Superior Court Decision on CCSA vs. LAUSD Proposition 39 Lawsuit.
CCSA Statement on New Revocation Regulations for Charters
Today, the State Board of Education (SBE) voted in favor of approving new regulations that establish academic standards and lay out a clear process for triggering close reviews of charter schools that may result in their revocation by the State Board. Jed Wallace, President and CEO of the California Charter Schools Association (CCSA), released this statement on the SBE's action.
Unparalleled Growth for California Charter Schools in 2010-11 School Year
CCSA today announced the largest one-year growth of new charter schools in the nation, as 115 new schools opened their doors at the beginning of the 2010-11 school year. The total number of charter schools in California now stands at 912, the highest number of any state in the country.
CCSA CEO Jed Wallace Issues Statement On November 2010 Election Results
Californians elect next Governor, Superintendent of Public Instruction; reject parcel taxes in local school districts
CCSA Applauds Governor and Legislature For Budget That Protects and Promotes Charter School Growth
Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger signed the 2011-11 State Budget today, protecting critical funding for charter schools. Jed Wallace, President and CEO of the California Charter Schools Association, issued this statement in response.
CCSA Statement Applauding Winners of National Blue Ribbon Awards
Jed Wallace, President and CEO of the California Charter Schools Association (CCSA), released the following statement today applauding the winners of National Blue Ribbon Awards, which include five California charter schools.
Charter Schools Grow Across the State
Northern California will see tremendous charter school growth this school year, despite precarious budgetary times; 22 charters are opening this school year in the area stretching north from San Joaquin County to Butte County. The Sacramento Bee has the story.
CCSA Statement on Race to the Top
Jed Wallace, President and CEO of the California Charter Schools Association (CCSA), released the following statement today regarding the federal government's decision not to award California a Race to the Top school-reform grant.
CCSA Urges Collaboration for Public School Choice 2.0 Process As Students Begin Classes in Round One PSC Charter School
CA Charter Schools Association Urges Collaboration for Public School Choice 2.0 Process As Students Begin Classes in Round One PSC Charter School
CCSA Applauds Federal Government Commitment to Charter Schools With Charter Schools Program Extension
Jed Wallace, President and CEO of the California Charter Schools Association (CCSA), released the following statement today regarding the announcement by U.S. Secretary Arne Duncan of a $136 million award to 12 states, including California, to increase public school options.
CCSA Statement on the State Board of Education's Unanimous Approval of New Common Core Standards
The SBE vote means California will join 28 other states in creating a uniform set of common academic assessment for students in English language arts and Math.
CCSA Applauds Federal Government Extension of Charter Schools Program and Selection of California as Race to the Top Finalist
The Federal government announced today that California is one of 18 finalists in Race to the Top Phase Two, as well as the approval of the Charter School Program renewal, which assists charter schools across the state with start-up cost. CCSA has worked diligently on both issues, and is excited for these steps forward.
CCSA Statement on the State Board of Education's Unanimous Approval of a New Los Angeles County Office of Education SELPA
The State Board of Education Unanimously approved a new Los Angeles County Office of Education SELPA.
CCSA Statement on the Naming of the New President and CEO of the National Alliance for Public Charter Schools
Peter C. Groff was named to the post at the Annual National Charter Schools Conference this week
CCSA Statement on L.A. Mayor's Announcement Against Public School Choice Application Inequities
"We appreciate Mayor Villaraigosa's continued commitment to transforming education reform in Los Angeles, and to offer high-quality education opportunities to all students.
California Charter Schools Association Presents Lawsuit Against LAUSD For Prop 39 Facilities Non-Compliance
The California Charter Schools Association (CCSA) today filed a lawsuit against the Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD) for failing to provide equitable facilities to dozens of charter schools, as mandated by Proposition 39.
California Charter Schools Association Proposes Higher Accountability Standards For Charter Schools
The California Charter Schools Association (CCSA), along with Assemblymember Juan Arámbula (I-Fresno), have introduced AB 1991, which would specify and raise accountability standards for student performance and outcomes in the state's charter schools.
California Charter School Association Honors Two Charter Schools With Hart Vision Awards
The California Charter Schools Association today honored individuals and schools for their positive contributions to the charter movement and growth over the past year with the Hart Vision Awards.
California Charter Schools Association Awards Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger Supporter of the Year Hart Vision Award
The California Charter Schools Association today recognized Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger as this year's recipient of the Hart Vision Award for Charter School Supporter of the Year for his continued commitment to charter schools.
Oceanside Area Charter School Educator Receives Teacher of the Year Hart Vision Award at 17th Annual CA Charter Schools Conference
The California Charter Schools Association today recognized Danielle Diaz, from Coastal Academy, as the recipient of the Hart Vision Award for Charter School Teacher of the Year.
Five Students Overcoming Adversity are Awarded Susan Steelman Bragato Scholarships by the California Charter Schools Association
"The gem cannot be polished without friction, nor man without trials", the ancient thinker Confucius once wrote of adversity. Perhaps the same can be said of this year's winners of the California Charter Schools Association's Susan Steelman Bragato Scholarships.
17th Annual California Charter School Conference Highlights Growth And Achievements, Prepares For Future Challenges
The California Charter Schools Association (CCSA) began its 17th Annual Conference today at the Sacramento Convention Center. The Conference, which will run through Thursday morning, will host some 2,300 teachers, principals and leaders in the growing charter community from across the state.
Statement From Jed Wallace, CEO and President of the California Charter Schools Association (CCSA), on the Civil Rights Project Report "Choice Without Equity"
"The Civil Rights Project report on charter school diversity is out of step with the reality of today's schools and students' needs. It's unfortunate and unconscionable for the Civil Rights Project to release a study based on assumptions and incomplete data, and to solely focus their findings on demographics and "exposure" to diversity, rather than the academic performance of charter school students. This approach is overly simplistic and reflects the same thinking that has proven to be unsuccessful for the majority of children of color for decades.
High Tech High Executive Tapped to Lead CA Charter Schools Association
Jed Wallace, Former Classroom Teacher, District Authorizer and Official at Top Charter Management Organization to Head CA's Charter Movement
Number of California Charter Schools Surpasses 800, New Enrollment Sets Single-year Record
88 New Charter Schools Open This Fall for Highest Single-Year Enrollment Increase Ever
