May 15, 2024 | Accountability, Authorizing, School Choice, School Leadership, Terry's Blog
The Charter School Institute (CSI), established by law in 2004, embarked on a mission to serve as a model authorizer and redefine the landscape of charter school authorization. Tasked with being both an alternative and a pacesetter, CSI’s journey has been one of...
Mar 12, 2024 | Advocacy, Terry's Blog
“Do not follow where the path may lead. Go instead where there is no path and leave a trail.” — Ralph Waldo Emerson A Pioneer for the Charter School Movement The foundation and success of the charter school movement has been championed and led by numerous leaders over...
Feb 6, 2024 | Curriculum & Instruction, Educators
Guest Blog: Willyn Webb, CSI Early Learning and School Support Coordinator Preschool Support at CSI Schools As CSI schools navigate the first year of Colorado’s Universal Preschool initiative, I’ve been working to provide guidance and integral support along the way....
Jan 16, 2024 | Authorizing, School Choice
CSI’s approach to authorizing balances autonomy and accountability, offering schools the flexibility to choose the methods that best meet the needs of their students. In return, CSI holds schools accountable to clear expectations for performance. The Accreditation...
Sep 28, 2023 | Authorizing, Professional Development, Terry's Blog
Last month, Colorado Charter School Institute (CSI) staff converged at Chatfield Farms for a two-day staff retreat. Staff members reside all over the state in the communities we serve, so we try to make the most of our limited in-person opportunities together. One of...
May 2, 2023 | Curriculum & Instruction, Educators, Terry's Blog
Guest Blog: Betsy Basch, CSI Mental Health Programs Coordinator SEL School Supports at CSI Schools CSI charter public schools continue to develop and implement Social Emotional Learning (SEL) practices. As CSI’s Mental Health Programs Coordinator, I (Betsy...
