Partnerships: The next evolution of Charter Authorizing
Charter schools have enabled students to learn in schools where they also fly airplanes, steward the environment, take classes in museums, and enroll in college early. Authorizers—or sponsors— are the caretakers of the charter school community and the public agencies that review charter applications, oversee charter schools’ performance, and hold charter schools accountable for fulfilling their promises.
At the heart of the charter school movement is the idea that public education can and should continuously improve. Through partnerships, authorizers are working to improve their processes making them better suited to support charter schools and the students who attend them.
Choosing the right partner
When considering potential partners, authorizers should look for one with experience and credibility in the field of regulatory oversight and continuous improvement.
These two processes are a natural fit between organizations with shared values and high standards. They also set the foundation for a thoughtful, groundbreaking alignment of authorizers’ and their partner’s standards.
