Presented by: WestEd and CACSA
What you will learn
The Colorado Authorizer Bootcamp was designed for people new to the work of charter school authorizing or anyone wanting a comprehensive review of best practices for the full range of tasks authorizers perform. The bootcamp includes supporting information from state policy and incorporates an array of model tools authorizers can apply in their district.
Session 1: CO Statutory Requirements
- CO Charter Law & Statutory Requirements PowerPoint
- High-Quality Charter Authorizing Policy Profiles
- Glossary of Authorizing Terms
Session 2: Mission and Vision for CO Authorizing
- CO Mission and Vision PowerPoint
- DPS Profile Management Team Compelling Purpose
- NACSA 12 Essential Practices
Session 3: CO Principals and Standards
Session 1: Application Process
Session 2: Review Process
Session 3: Decision Making
Session 1: Colorado Standard Contract
- Contracting and Compliance Video
- CACSA Charter Contract PowerPoint
- NACSA Pre-Opening Protocol
- CACSA Standard Contract Document
Session 2: Contract Negotiations
Session 3: Compliance Monitoring
Session 1: Renewal Decisions
Session 2: Intervention Protocol & School Improvement
Session 1: Site Visits
Session 2: Annual Reports
Session 3: From Policy to Practice
Session 1: Ensuring Compliance for SpEd
Session 2: Ensuring Compliance for ELL Students
Session 3: Potential Applicant TA
What people say about it
"The Principles and Standards from Colorado –these documents are helpful."
"Great overview of the topics in the Bootcamp. I appreciate the handouts for use and future reference."
"The opportunity to hear what this work looks like for other districts."
"Learning each step of the renewal process."
"The topics and “road map” were very helpful and helped conceptualize the process from opening to renewing."
"Building trust and transparency with schools."
