What is a Charter School ?

A charter school is a self-managed school that is approved by the local school board. It is a hybrid between private schools (because of their autonomy- self governing) and public schools (because they are non-sectarian and supported by tax dollars),tuition-free and open to all who may wish to attend. A charter school is organized as a public non-profit corporation. Charter status may not be granted to any "for-profit" entity.