Charter Schools and Authorizers

Charter Schools & Authorizers

Charter school issues can be complex, and very few districts in Oregon have the staff capacity to perform all their required functions related to charter schools. OSBA is here to help! OSBA staff have years of experience in charter school authorizing and specific expertise in charter school operations, oversight, and processes such as application, renewal, annual evaluation and closure/termination. We also provide training and professional development to school boards with respect to their roles as charter school authorizers.

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Charter Services for Authorizers (Sponsors)

As a school district in Oregon, you may have already sponsored one or more charter schools.  Or, you may have yet to see your first application.  Either way, you should be prepared for the responsibilities of charter authorizing.  OSBA has experts in charter school law, policy, operations, and oversight to help you navigate the mandatory duties of a charter school authorizer in Oregon.

 

What OSBA services offer you:

 

  • Access to expert advice regarding charter school authorizing and operations
  • Access to board training on a district board’s roles and responsibilities regarding charter schools
  • Access to direct services to save you time and worry, including: charter school application, annual evaluation, charter renewal, and termination/closure    

 

 

OSBA offers the following services for charter school authorizers:

Charter school issues can be complex, and very few districts in Oregon have the staff capacity to perform all their required functions related to charter schools. OSBA is here to help! OSBA staff have years of experience in charter school authorizing and specific expertise in charter school operations, oversight, and processes such as application, renewal, annual evaluation and closure/termination. We also provide training and professional development to school boards with respect to their roles as charter school authorizers.

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  • Annual Charter School Evaluation

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  • Charter School Renewal

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  • Charter School Termination

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  • Board Training

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OSBA staff have years of experience in charter school authorizing and look forward to helping your district with your charter authorizing needs. Contact Kristen Miles at 503-400-3042 or [email protected] for more information and pricing.

Services for Charter Schools

Through their sponsor districts, public charter schools have access to a wide array of training opportunities and other benefits.

 

What OSBA services offer you:

 

  • Professional development and training for board members.
  • Access to expert advice in policy, including updates recommended for board policies.
  • Access to expert advice on legal and human resource issues through PACE insurance.
  • Access to communication specialists to help with community relations.

OSBA offers the following services and resources for public charter schools:

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Board Development Workshops

OSBA offers workshops for charter schools related to board roles and responsibilities, charter school law, ethics laws, and more.

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Policy Services

OSBA’s Policy Team helps you prepare policies with onsite training, meetings and document preparation.

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PACE Insurance

As associate members, charter schools can purchase property and liability insurance designed for schools.

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Communication Services

OSBA’s Communication Services helps you define, refine and deliver your message.

Charter Frequently Asked Questions

Some of the most commonly asked questions about Oregon’s public charter school law are listed below. For other questions, please contact Kristen Miles at [email protected].

  • What is a charter school?

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  • When did the law become effective?

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  • Who can sponsor a public charter school?

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  • Can a private or religious school convert to public charter school status?

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  • How does a charter school get started?

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  • Can a charter be terminated?

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  • How are students chosen?

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  • Can special education students attend a charter school?

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  • How are charter schools funded?

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