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Charter Schools
Charter schools are independent public schools of choice for parents and students. The first charter schools in the nation opened in Minnesota in 1992. Charter schools continue to be a popular choice for students seeking an alternative to traditional public schools. Currently there are 153 charter schools in operation in Minnesota serving over 30,000 students.
Charter schools offer a unique educational program and students can expect quality education based on results. Charter schools employ licensed teachers, offer services to special needs students and require students to take state and national tests to assure academic accountability. They do not change tuition, and there are no admission requirements to enroll students in charter schools. New charter schools with exciting programs open their doors to students every year in Minnesota. Parents may contact charter schools directly to find out about the type of programs and enrollment options.
2010 Minnesota Charter School Authorizer Request for Proposal
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| Application for Charter School Authorizers to earn approval. | |
Charter School Closure Information
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| Spreadsheet includes approval, opening and closing dates by name of school | |
Memo to Charter Schools Clarifying Admission Policies
 431Kb (10/15/2009)
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| Memo describes the statutory limitations of student data requested by a charter school's enrollment application | |
Applications
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2010 Minnesota Charter School Board Training Provider Application
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| MN Charter School Board Training Provider Application. | |
Policies and Procedures
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2009-10 School Year Lease Aid Requirements for Charter Schools
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Policy for Change of a Charter School Sponsor.
82Kb (2/11/2009)
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| This form is intended to provide guidance on the necessary procedure for change of sponsor. | |
Sponsor Information
General Charter Information
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Facilities information addressing the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the federal Asbestos Hazard Emergency Response Act (AHERA)
146Kb (5/7/2007)
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| The attached information outlines the guidelines and responsibilities for charter schools in regards to ADA and AHERA requirements. | |