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Charter & Leona 101 NTA August 1, 2012. Objectives. PWBATD knowledge of charter schools by discussing their preconceptions of charter schools with elbow partner and answering the anticipatory set questions. - PowerPoint PPT Presentation
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Charter & Leona 101
NTA August 1, 2012
Objectives
• PWBATD knowledge of charter schools by discussing their preconceptions of charter schools with elbow partner and answering the anticipatory set questions
• PWBATD comprehension of basic charter school information by answering a small questionnaire at the end of my presentation
What is this? And what does it have to do with Charters?
Charter Schools• What are public perceptions
about charters? • Historically what were the
perceptions of charters from the public and the educational status quo?
• What are the facts?• What were the first things
you heard about charters?• Take off the cone of shame
New Amsterdam (later New York)
A Charter is:
Noun• A document, issued by a
sovereign or state, outlining the conditions under which a corporation, colony, city, or other corporate body is organized, and defining its rights and privileges.
• A document defining the formal organization of a corporate body; constitution: the Charter of the United Nations.
• Authorization from a central or parent organization to establish a new branch, chapter, etc.
Adjective• That which can be leased or hired
for exclusive or private use: a charter boat for deep-sea fishing.
• Done or held in accordance with a charter: a charter school.
2 Basic Facts about Charters
• First is that they will operate as autonomous public schools, through waivers from many of the procedural requirements of district public schools. – These waivers do not mean
a school is exempt from the same educational standards set by the State or district.
• The second is that charter schools are accountable for student achievement. – In 2009, 12.5% of the over
5000 charter schools founded in the United States were closed for reasons including academic, financial, and managerial problems.
Each state sets its own laws
For example:• Some state charters are
issued through the public universities (Michigan)
• Some states have created independent boards to which applicants apply for the charter (Arizona)
• Even districts once outraged by charters have begun to open charters as a means of competing (ala Peoria)
If you can’t beat them join…
Each State creates its own Laws
Charters in Arizona
• 1994 was the year the Charter school legislation was passed
• Currently – 455 Charter Schools are
open and serve 94,000 students
• Arizona has 12% of the nation’s charter schools
Arizona Accountability
• In Arizona charters are approved by the Arizona State Board for Charter Schools
• They oversee all charter renewals and reauthorizations; as well as approve new charters.– This is not to be confused with the voluntary
Arizona State Charter association – Schools are still then responsible for their
accreditation; this is not guaranteed
The Leona Group • Serves approximately 20,000 students
nationwide– 7,000 in Arizona
• The Midwest region – 31 Schools – Michigan, Ohio, and Indiana
• Florida – 4 schools
• Arizona – 23 schools ( 16 high schools and 7 elementary
schools)
The Leona Group
• Began in Michigan in the 1990’s
• Cesar Chavez Academy• Operates now in five
states• Opened West Phoenix
High and Sun Valley High School in 1997
Leona’s Philosophies
• Every child can and will learn, regardless of ethnicity, economic or educational disadvantage
• We must demonstrate student academic growth for all of our kids.
• Student learning is more likely to happen for teachers who build constructive, positive relationships with their students.
• Schools should look like the community and serve the community – no cookie cutter programs
Leona Philosophy
Old School New Schools Schools• Again all Leona schools are
different; they share the same DNA, but like siblings each is different.
• This was done on purpose• Principals should be free to
change the school to meet the needs of the students
Leona’s Teachers
• The teacher is the most important ingredient
• A student’s success is tied to the relationship
• Teachers are professionals; they must look the part
• Business professional culture: (wear a tie)
Site and Leona Resources• ELL support: ELL Coordinator on campus and ELL
Department at Leona• Special Education Support: Site Director and Special Ed
Services Department at Leona• Academic Support Services: Site Curriculum Coach and QSI
Department at Leona • Technology: [email protected] • Or call 1-888-IT-LEONA (888-485-3662)• Maintenance: School Leader or Asst. Leader and
Maintenance Department at Leona • Grants: School Leader and Coach and Competitive and
Entitlement Grants Department at Leona• HR resources: Office Manager and HR Department at Leona
www.leonagroup.com
Visit the website for more information Or email if you have further questions