The American Indian Education KnowledgeBase : Element 4 : Activity 3 : Task 1: Learn About Charter Schools
Guideline: Some supporters of American Indian education are turning to charter schools as a means to reach disaffected students who have performed poorly in other school settings or who have dropped out altogether. While reservation-based charter schools cater totally to native students, urban charter schools cater to American Indians and other students curious about American Indian culture. Such charter schools are being organized in urban communities and reservations. However, operating a charter school is not an easy task; attention must be focused on organization, funding, curriculum, and student achievement. Leaders and educators must prepare for the school's operation properly prior to opening a charter school.
A U.S. Department of Education web site with links to federal legislation, regulations and guidance related to charter schools.
In its 2007 Condition of Education report the National Center for Education Statistics offers data on charter schools.
This U.S. Department of Education publication "features seven schools that are making significant inroads toward closing the achievement gap in their school communities. As a group, they have created learning environments where historically underserved children are thriving. Schools featured in the guide are located in Arizona, Colorado, Connecticut, Illinois, New York, Ohio, and Texas."
"The National Alliance for Public Charter Schools is the national nonprofit organization committed to advancing the charter school movement. The Alliance provides assistance to state charter school associations and resource centers, develops and advocates for improved public policies, and serves as the united voice for this large and diverse movement."
"The National Charter School Clearinghouse supports the charter school community through access to funding, disseminates information on charter schools and provides technical assistance, mentoring and collaboration opportunities for public charter schools across the nation."
"The US Charter Schools web site is currently supported by a consortium of organizations interested in providing accurate information and promising practices about and for charter schools. The US Charter Schools Web site is a place where charter school developers, authorizers, and operators can meet, exchange ideas, and access a valuable resource library. The Web site provides a wide range of information and links to resources to guide charter schools in every phase of their development - from start-up, to expansion, to renewal."
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