The CSI new school application is for teams seeking to open a new charter school with the Charter School Institute.
To learn more about the CSI new school application process, please fill out this short form. This will ensure we can provide you with the most relevant information and resources.
Eligibility to Apply to CSI
CSI can consider applications for charter schools proposing to locate districts that do not retain exclusive chartering authority. And, CSI can consider applications for charter schools proposing to locate in districts that retain exclusive chartering authority and have released an applicant to apply directly to CSI. Here is a list maintained by CDE identifying districts by exclusive chartering authority status.
New School Application Timelines
Prospective applicants should attend a CSI orientation 2-6 months prior to submitting a Letter of Intent.
| Activity | Summer/Fall Cycle | Spring Cycle |
| Application Orientation | Prior to Letter of Intent | Prior to Letter of Intent |
| Letter of Intent Due | June 24, 2024 | February 24, 2025 |
| Application Due | July 29, 2024 | March 24, 2025 |
| Applicant Community Meeting | TBD by Applicant in August or September | TBD by Applicant in April or May |
| Applicant Presentation to CSI Board’s PM Committee | September Committee Meeting | April Committee Meeting |
| Applicant Interview with CSI Review Team | TBD in August or September | TBD in April or May |
| CSI Board’s PM Committee of Recommendation | October Committee Meeting | June Committee Meeting |
| CSI Board Action | October Board Meeting | June Board Meeting |
Resources
Application Materials
CSI New School Application Template
CSI New School Application Rubric
These materials are specific to applicants applying to the Charter School Institute. If you are applying to a school district, be sure to use the school district’s new school application materials.
Current Applicants
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