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...
Nov 23, 2022 | Authorizing, Professional Development, School Choice, Terry's Blog
In October, several CSI staff and board members attended the 2022 National Association of Charter School Authorizers conference. Every year, our staff looks forward to the opportunity to learn from and network with other charter authorizers and leaders from around the...
Sep 15, 2022 | Professional Development, Terry's Blog
What is Capacity? Last week, several members of the CSI team participated in the first of four Cognitive Coaching® training sessions for this school year. One of the foundational concepts (and the ultimate goal of the trainings) is to develop one’s identity and...
Jan 22, 2021 | Professional Development, Terry's Blog
Annually in late February/early March, charter school staff, leadership, board members, and supporters come together to network, learn, and grow together at the Colorado League of Charter Schools’ Conference. The Colorado League of Charter Schools (CLCS) is a...
Nov 13, 2020 | Authorizing, Professional Development, Terry's Blog
Each year, CSI staff members participate in the National Association of Charter School Authorizers (NACSA) Conference as both learners and presenters. This year was the same but, of course, things looked a bit different: the conference was held virtually and took...
Nov 4, 2019 | Authorizing, Professional Development, Terry's Blog
The CSI team returned from our annual trek to the National Association of Charter School Authorizers NACSA Conference feeling energized. We feel privileged to work alongside so many professionals that are committed to high-quality authorizing and charter schools. So...
