Feb 8, 2023 | Authorizing, School Choice, Terry's Blog
When CSI was established by law in 2004, it was charged with serving as an alternative to the existing district authorizers. It was also charged with serving as a model authorizer and making best practices available to district authorizers. Back in 2020, we shared...
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...
Nov 7, 2022 | Advocacy, School Choice, Terry's Blog
I have worked for over twenty years in the charter public school sector – as a founder, board member, consultant, and more. In that time, I have heard my fair share of charter school misconceptions from opponents and supporters alike. It is so important for charter...
Nov 5, 2021 | Accountability, Authorizing, School Choice, Terry's Blog
This year continues to bring surprises as schools seek to address learning loss, support staff and students with very real mental health concerns, and develop, maintain, or recreate a culture that is welcoming and safe. In addition to all this, school are still being...
Oct 28, 2021 | Advocacy, School Choice, Terry's Blog
Last spring, CSI had an amazing opportunity to partner with Ready Colorado to tell the story of four CSI schools through film. Earlier this week, the film “A School for Every Kid” was shared with a community of CSI school representatives, education reform partners,...
Oct 20, 2021 | Advocacy, School Choice, Terry's Blog
I spend a great deal of my time educating our partners, legislators, and the community about funding inequities for CSI schools. Funding Inequities for CSI Schools Despite being part of the public education system for over 15 years, CSI students continue to face...
