• Overview
• Charter School Directory
• Related Resources
• Contact Information

Overview
Charter schools are public schools that may provide instruction in grades kindergarten through 12. Charter schools are usually created or organized by a group of parents, teachers and other educators, and community leaders or community-based organizations. An existing public school board usually authorizes charter schools. The specific goals and operating procedures for a charter school are detailed in the agreement (or "charter") between the board and the organizers.

Key objectives are to:

• Provide choices for parents and students within the public school system for innovative, high-quality learning opportunities.
• Stimulate competition in the educational market.

To meet these objectives, charter schools are granted increased autonomy in exchange for increased accountability for results. A school charter is typically granted for five years. During its term, the school must meet all the student performance and operational goals listed in its charter, or the charter may be revoked.

Charter School Directory
Each school has its own enrollment and admissions procedures. For information about how to enroll your child in a charter school, please contact the school(s) directly.
>> Go to Charter School Directory

Related Resources

• Pilot Charter School Accountability System  
• District Accountability Framework web page

Web Links

• California Charter Schools Association (CCSA)
• California Department of Education
  • General Charter School information
  • Frequently Asked Questions
• Charter School Development Center (CSDC)

Contact Information
Charter School Office
4100 Normal St., Annex 15
San Diego, CA 92103
(619) 725-7107
(619) 725-7108 - Fax

Key Contacts
Karen Sloan
ksloan@sandi.net
(619) 725-7107