The new school application is used for founding teams seeking to open a new charter school.
Contact Janet Dinnen (JanetDinnen@csi.state.co.us) for more information.
New School Application Timelines
Prospective applicants should attend a CSI orientation prior to submitting a Letter of Intent.
| Key Process Steps | Summer/Fall 2021 Cycle | Spring 2022 Cycle |
| Letter of Intent Due | June 7, 2021 | Feb 28, 2022 |
| Application Due | July 7, 2021 | Mar 28, 2022 |
| Applicant to Host Geographic Meeting | July-Aug 2021 | Apr-May 2022 |
| Applicant Presentation to CSI Board’s Performance Management Committee | Aug 10, 2021 | May 10, 2022 |
| Applicant Interview with CSI Review Team | July-Aug 2021 | Apr-May 2022 |
| CSI Staff Recommendation to CSI Board’s Performance Management Committee | Sept 14, 2021 | June 14, 2022 |
| CSI Board Vote | Sept 21, 2021 | June 21, 2022 |