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Our team provides end-to-end support for founding groups and organizations looking to launch high-quality charter schools.

Our services for new school development include:

• Application Development & Submission
  We guide you through every stage of the charter application process, from refining your school vision and mission to drafting a compelling, comprehensive petition aligned with authorizer expectations.
   
• Education Program Design
  We help you build a strong, standards-aligned academic model tailored to your target community, including curriculum selection, instructional frameworks, and student support systems.
   
• Founding Team & Governance Preparation
  We support the development of your founding board and leadership team, providing training on governance best practices, compliance, and strategic planning.
   
• Financial Planning & Facilities Strategy
  From start-up budgets to long-term sustainability, we help you design a realistic financial plan and identify funding sources. We also assist with facilities planning and navigating the challenges of securing an appropriate site.
   
• Authorizer Engagement
  We help you build positive relationships with your authorizer, prepare for interviews and hearings, and respond effectively to feedback throughout the review process.

We provide charter schools with expert, hands-on support to strengthen operations, ensure compliance, and drive student success. Whether you're launching a new school or refining your current practices, our team partners with you to build sustainable systems and strong academic programs.

Our services for charter schools include:

• Financial Services
  We support long-term financial planning with services that include multi-year budgeting, revenue forecasting, and facilities financing strategy.
• State and Authorizer Compliance
  We help schools navigate the complex landscape of state and authorizer requirements by building streamlined, transparent systems that reduce administrative burden and ensure timely, accurate submissions.
• Strategic Planning
  Through collaborative, mission-driven planning processes, we guide school teams in setting clear priorities, identifying actionable goals, and aligning resources to drive continuous improvement. 
• Governing Board Training & Support
  We build your board’s capacity to lead effectively by providing training on governance best practices, legal responsibilities, financial oversight, and the board’s role in academic accountability. We also offer ongoing coaching to strengthen governance over time.
• Curriculum Alignment & Education Program Review
  We conduct thorough reviews of instructional programs to ensure alignment with state standards and charter goals. Our team supports curriculum mapping, pacing guides, and academic program refinement to promote high-quality teaching and learning. 

We partner with charter school authorizers to ensure high-quality oversight and strong outcomes across their portfolios. Our expert team provides tailored support to help you uphold rigorous standards while fostering innovation and equity.

Our services for authorizers include:

• Charter Application Support & Review
  We assist with designing and implementing a robust application and review process. From developing scoring rubrics to conducting capacity interviews, we help you identify strong operators and make informed decisions.
• Strategic Planning
  We facilitate strategic planning initiatives that align with your mission, values, and long-term goals—strengthening your role as a steward of quality school options.
• Portfolio & Performance Assessment
  Using clear, data-driven frameworks, we help you evaluate the health and performance of your charter portfolio. Our tools support accountability decisions and guide continuous improvement.
• Academic, Organizational, and Financial Performance Frameworks
  We support the development and refinement of comprehensive performance frameworks that clarify expectations, promote transparency, and drive school improvement. These tools enable consistent evaluation of academic outcomes, financial sustainability, and organizational health.
• Compliance Streamlining
  We help authorizers develop efficient, transparent compliance systems that reduce administrative burden while ensuring schools meet all state and authorizer-specific requirements.
   

Whether you’re launching a new authorizing office or refining established processes, we offer strategic, hands-on support to build your capacity and impact.