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June 4, 2018

The Governor recently released the May Budget Revise, which means it’s time for spring Business Managers’ Meetings. Register for an upcoming webinar to learn about budgetary and financial information that will impact your charter school, including legislative updates with a fiscal impact.

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May 14, 2018

Don’t miss out on your final chance to attend a local Governance Academy workshop! This free workshop will increase participants’ knowledge of charter school legal obligations and develop high-functioning, legally compliant governing boards. Register for your local workshop today!

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April 10, 2018

Register for an Initial English Proficiency Assessments for California (ELPAC) Administration and Scoring Training , which are hosted throughout California from April 10 through May 24. Space is limited!

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March 30, 2018

To support implementation of the California Science Test (CAST), the California Department of Education is partnering with Educational Testing Service and WestEd to offer a one-day CAST Academy for local educational agency (LEA) science educators. The CAST Academy will help participants develop a deeper understanding of the assessment design and expectations of the CAST, as well as provide information and activities to assist educators in their understanding and implementation the California Next Generation Science Standards and three-dimensional learning.

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March 19, 2018

Join us on Thursday, March 22 from 11 am to noon to hear from incoming CCSA Board Chair Margaret Fortune about AB 2635, CCSA’s sponsored legislation authored by Assemblymember Shirley Weber, Autumn Burke, and Mike Gipson. This legislation will provide additional funding and require greater accountability from K-12 public schools in support of the lowest performing subgroup of students in the state outside of students with special needs, which continues to be African American students.

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March 5, 2018

EdTec, a social venture that aims to develop, support and advance quality charter schools by delivering high-value support services and expertise, is inviting all Bay Area charter schools are invited to their 4th Annual Charter School Night with the Golden State Warriors!

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March 5, 2018

Don’t miss this free workshop, co-hosted by CCSA and the CCEE, that will show charter public schools how to use the Demonstration of Increased or Improved Services for Unduplicated Pupils (DIISUP) section of the LCAP to make better decisions with respect to actions and services targeted at unduplicated students.

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February 25, 2018

Starting February 21, participate in a workshop from the experts at FCMAT about data reporting, including CALPADS, attendance, and LCFF calculations, CALPADS data timelines to maximize revenue, and how this data is used by federal and state agencies.

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February 20, 2018

Code.org is offering free professional development programs for existing teachers who want to begin teaching computer science. Learn more about the 2018 Code.org Professional Learning Program for middle and high school teachers, which begins over summer and continues throughout the academic year.

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February 4, 2018

Wondering about the Governor’s January 2018 Budget Proposal and how the state’s financial situation will impact your school? Don’t miss CCSA’s final Business Managers’ meeting on Wednesday, February 7. CCSA will cover the current funding rates, updates on proposed changes, information on state and federal categorical programs - plus legislative and regulatory updates. Learn more.

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January 21, 2018

Charter public schools across the state and nation are celebrating school choice this week in honor of National School Choice Week (NSCW)! Learn how your school can get involved last minute.

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December 11, 2017

The California Science Test (CAST) field test will be available on April 2, 2018. Learn more about who is required to take the CAST and more here.

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December 11, 2017

Give a team of educators the opportunity to continue learning about and implementing all components of the CAASPP System to support teaching and learning at the 2017-2018 CAASPP Institute. Learn more.

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November 27, 2017

Charter schools across Los Angeles are invited to attend the 4th Annual Charter School Night on Monday, December 11, 2017 at 7:30 p.m. at the Staples Center as the LA Clippers take on the Toronto Raptors. Sign up here.

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November 8, 2017

CCSA will host nearly 300 exhibiting companies at the 25th Annual California Charter Schools Conference March 26-28, 2018 in San Diego who provide tools and resources that fit the unique needs of charter schools. Browse vendors and plan your conference experience today using CCSA’s interactive exhibit hall tool.

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October 29, 2017

National School Choice Week (NSCW) 2018, a week designed to raise public awareness of all types of effective education options for children, kicks off January 21-27, 2018. Schools across the country will be hosting events to celebrate the week. We’ve pulled together a list to give you ideas on how to prepare and celebrate.

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October 23, 2017

CCSA’s Governance Academy is a free, intensive workshop designed to help school leaders and governing board members increase their knowledge of their legal obligations as stewards of public schools. Learn more about this important workshop and how to register here.

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October 5, 2017

On November 16, author and educational rights activist Dr. Howard Fuller will deliver the keynote address at the Alternative Accountability Policy Forum (AAPF). Learn more about Dr. Fuller, his speech, and AAPF here.

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October 5, 2017

Registration is open for the 2017-18 CAASPP Institute! The CAASPP Institute provides local educational agency (LEA) teams with information and strategies for using the CAASPP System to improve teaching and learning. Learn more and register here.

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August 16, 2017

Does your charter school transform at-risk students to students “at-promise” of success? Join your colleagues at the 2017 Alternative Accountability Policy Forum this November for targeted professional development aimed at schools reengaging at-risk youth. You can also celebrate the courage, vision and heart of at-promise students, policy makers and staff with a variety of awards and scholarships. Learn more.

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August 14, 2017

News headlines highlight problems with social media posts that spill over into the school environment. Students have harassed, bullied and threatened other students and have made defamatory comments about teachers. Employees, in turn, have made derogatory comments about students, parents,…

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June 2, 2017

Wondering about the 2017-18 State May Budget Revise and how the state’s financial situation will impact your school? Register to attend CCSA’s final spring Business Managers’ meetings happening this week!

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June 2, 2017

Final regional meetings are this week and next in Sacramento, Fresno, and San Diego! Don’t miss this chance to connect with charter leaders in your region and CCSA team members to discuss your local needs and ways to best support your schools.

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May 5, 2017

Please join us Friday, May 19 for the San Bernardino Regional Meetings. Come out and network with charter leaders in your region, discuss how we can best support your schools and talk about your unique regional needs. Don’t miss this opportunity - REGISTER TODAY!

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May 5, 2017

It’s that time of year when charter leaders gather to share best practices with their colleagues and discuss key priorities and issues impacting the charter movement. Wherever you are located, we have a Regional Meeting for you! Here is a sneak peek into meetings taking place across the state. Please stay tuned for further updates and registration links.

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April 14, 2017

Struggling with the new LCAP dashboard? Want some assistance in how to use LCAP to tell your school’s compelling story? Come get hands-on assistance from the experts at the Charter School Management Corporation (CSMC).

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April 8, 2017

Struggling with the new LCAP dashboard? Want some assistance in how to use LCAP to tell your school’s compelling story? Come get hands-on assistance from the experts at the Charter School Management Corporation (CSMC).

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March 27, 2017

Each May, CCSA celebrates National Charter Schools Week with Advocacy Day in Sacramento. Advocacy Day 2017 will be held on Tuesday, May 2 and is an opportunity to meet with your local legislators on critical issues facing California’s charter public schools. Register by Saturday, April 15 - free for CCSA member schools!

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March 3, 2017

The California Collaborative for Educational Excellence (CCEE) is hosting free workshops on the Dashboard and the Local Control Accountability Plan (LCAP). Learn more about these workshops being held throughout the state from March 10-April1 and register here.

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February 9, 2017

Each May, CCSA celebrates National Charter Schools Week with Advocacy Day in Sacramento. Advocacy Day is an opportunity for you or a team from your school to attend meetings with your local legislators on the issues facing charter schools in California and in your communities. Learn more about the event and register here.

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January 7, 2017

Back by popular demand, the California Charter Schools Association is offering our one-day Finance Academy. This in-person workshop, offered in the Bay Area, Los Angeles, Sacramento and San Diego, will help charter schools and developers strengthen their internal financial management capacity.

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January 7, 2017

Wondering about the Governor’s January Budget Proposal and how the state’s financial situation will impact your school? Look no further than CCSA’s Business Managers’ meetings! We will cover the current funding rates, updates on proposed changes, information on state and federal categorical programs - plus legislative and regulatory updates.

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December 16, 2016

Want to learn more about how your school’s California Assessment of Student Performance and Progress (CAASPP) results can support student learning? Join the California Department of Education in a two-day professional development workshop on how CAASPP results can be used to help student achievement. Read more to find workshops available in your area.

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November 30, 2016

We are thrilled to announce that author Andrew Solomon will be our keynote speaker at the opening plenary session at The 24th Annual California Charter Schools Conference. Solomon will talk about his book “Far From the Tree: Parents, Children and the Search for Identity.”

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November 28, 2016

This informative and interactive webinar will include guidance on California sick leave law, best practices on board oversight of employees, structuring employment agreements, and essential employment practices and policies.

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November 8, 2016

Charter schools across Los Angeles are invited to join the 3rd Annual Charter School Night with the LA Clippers. The Clippers will graciously reserve a limited amount of tickets exclusively for charter students and families. The event will take place Monday, December 12, 2016 at 7:30pm. Please see the attached flyer to reserve your group tickets by November 15, 2016.

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October 27, 2016

The California Collaborative for Educational Excellence is hosting several workshops across the state in November to share important information with schools about the new LCFF Evaluation Rubrics. All audiences are welcome.

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October 20, 2016

Join other parents and community members for an evening of learning how education leaders created excellent public charter schools in Los Angeles and how more can be done to bring more hope through public education.

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October 3, 2016

Charter schools across Los Angeles are invited to join the 3rd Annual Charter School Night with the LA Clippers. The Clippers will graciously reserve a limited amount of tickets exclusively for charter students and families. The event will take place Monday, December 12, 2016 at 7:30pm. Please see the attached flyer to reserve your group tickets by October 24, 2016.

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October 3, 2016

Wondering about the 2016-17 State Budget and how the state’s financial situation will impact your school? Look no further than CCSA’s Business Managers’ meetings! We will cover the current funding rates, updates on proposed changes, information on state and federal categorical programs - plus legislative and regulatory updates.

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October 1, 2016

Da Vinci Schools are dedicated to preparing students for college completion and 21st-century jobs through real-world, Project Based Learning that is aligned to workforce needs.

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September 9, 2016

The California Collaborative for Educational Excellence is hosting several workshops across the state in November to share important information with schools about the new LCFF Evaluation Rubrics. The workshops will primarily focus on continuous improvement and how to help attendees interpret, understand, and use the new LCFF Evaluation Rubrics as a tool to support such improvement for all students.

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September 9, 2016

Regional Meetings provide a great opportunity to connect with fellow charter leaders and engage on local advocacy efforts in the charter movement. There are 12 meetings happening across the state from September 28 to October 13 in the Bay, Los Angeles, Northeast and Central Valley, and Southern California.

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September 6, 2016

Charter schools interested in applying to a new SELPA for the 2017 - 2018 school year should reach out to those SELPAs now for application packages and dates for upcoming informational meetings.

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July 20, 2016

Got questions about the Local Control Funding Formula and CALPADS? Look no further than CCSA’s LCFF Calculator and CALPADS / Data Management Workshop, offered in cooperation with the Fiscal Crisis & Management Assistance Team(FCMAT).

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May 6, 2016

This year, charter school supporters met with 119 legislative offices, just one office shy of the full 120 members in the legislature. Together, we showed our strength in numbers and our voice was heard.

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April 30, 2016

Look no further, Regional Meetings in the Northeast are confirmed and ready for member registration.

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April 30, 2016

Wondering about the 2016-17 State May Budget Revise and how the state’s financial situation will impact your school? Sign up for CCSA’s Business Managers meetings!

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April 7, 2016

Learn how Summit is using tools like Google Apps for Education, Chromebooks, Classroom, and more to save teacher time and build 21st century skills in students via a free webinar.

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April 1, 2016

Back by popular demand, the California Charter Schools Association is bringing back our Governance Academy, offered in partnership with Procopio, Cory, Hargreaves & Savitch LLP, and Young, Minney and Corr, LLP.

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March 25, 2016

NWEA and Westlake Charter School invite you to learn how educators are using MAP to measure student growth, generate actionable data, and provide data-informed strategies to improve teaching and learning.

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February 26, 2016

Don’t miss this chance to get all of your LCAP questions answered! At this in-person and online workshop, the charter experts at CSMC will be presenting information on LCAP.

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February 11, 2016

CCSA is offering a one-day Pre-Conference Public Charter Schools Grant Program (PCSGP) workshop, full of trainings and resources.

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February 5, 2016

Register today for Guajome Schools charter school employment job fair.

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January 26, 2016

ORIGO Education is excited about their first Grant Initiative. This program will assist underserved schools who are interested in dramatically improving their elementary mathematics instruction. The grant will provide resources to aid in piloting Stepping Stones for one school year.

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December 10, 2015

Register today for a free CDE summit that aims to help California schools make research-aligned decisions to improve professional learning systems at their local educational agency.

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August 16, 2015

Wondering about the 2015-16 State Budget and how the state’s financial situation will impact your school? Look no further than CCSA’s Business Managers’ meetings!

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August 16, 2015

Got questions about the Local Control Funding Formula and CALPADS? Look no further than CCSA’s LCFF Calculator and CALPADS / Data Management Workshop, offered in cooperation with the Fiscal Crisis & Management Assistance Team (FCMAT).

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August 10, 2015

Wondering about the 2015-16 State Budget and how the state’s financial situation will impact your school? Look no further than CCSA’s Business Managers’ Meetings!

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June 23, 2015

Please join CCSA for a free media workshop focused on sharing the charter school story in Oakland on August 11.

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June 20, 2015

A day of learning to help teachers build networks, share best practices and implement the new state standards.

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May 14, 2015

Wondering about the 2015-16 State May Budget Revision and how the state’s financial situation will impact your school? Sign up for CCSA’s Business Managers meetings! We will cover the current funding rates, updates on proposed changes, information on state and federal categorical programs - plus legislative and regulatory updates.

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May 14, 2015

CCSA’s media workshop in Los Angeles on June 11 will be rescheduled - stay tuned for details!

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May 14, 2015

Learn how to build the right board for your charter school at this webinar from Board on Track.

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April 30, 2015

Let’s celebrate National Charter School Week all month! To help you celebrate and to kick-off the 23rd Annual California Charter Schools Conference’s return to Southern California—CCSA is proud to offer the National Charter Schools Week Registration Special of $350. This flat rate is only available until May 31, 2015. Learn more and register today.

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April 29, 2015

Whether this is your first time or you are a seasoned attendee at a Regional Charter Leader Meeting, we guarantee there is something special in store for you! Many meetings are scheduled. See the list and register today!

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April 23, 2015

Register today for the National Charter Schools Conference (NCSC) being held June 21-24, 2015 in New Orleans, Louisiana.

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April 13, 2015

On May 18-19, Join Educators for a Conversation About Supporting L.A.’s Children

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March 24, 2015

Register today for May’s Governance Academy, offered in partnership with Procopio, Cory, Hargreaves & Savitch LLP, and Young, Minney and Corr, LLP.

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February 25, 2015

The Council for Exceptional Children (CEC), the nation’s largest association for special educators, is offering a special rate for CCSA members to attend the upcoming CEC 2015 Convention and Expo in San Diego, April 8-11.

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February 6, 2015

Take advantage of 6-hours of expert guidance relating to technology, the relationship of free and reduced lunch eligibility to discounts, how long it takes to get the funding and more. Discuss your plans with colleagues from your own and other schools so that you will be reading for the next funding cycle!

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February 3, 2015

L.A. members: If you want to learn strategies for how to increase parent involvement in your classroom and your school, attend one of two seminars in February hosted by Families in Schools.

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January 30, 2015

Make the most of this year’s annual conference in Sacramento by taking advantage of all the great opportunities & networking events. Reminder: Feb. 27 is the last day to receive discounted registration.

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January 27, 2015

Register today for the Pre-Conference Public Charter Schools Grant Program Workshop, full of trainings and resources, to help your new school access funds through the Public Charter Schools Grant Program.

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January 24, 2015

The CCSA Strategic Partnerships team is excited to kick-off our 2015 Lunch & Learn series, with the goal to bring our School Members together for engaging and content-rich workshops. Each meeting will be presented by one of our Vendor Members.

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January 20, 2015

Registration is now open for A Night to Remember! A free prom for students with disabilities ages 15-22.

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January 15, 2015

CCSA is proud to announce that two best-selling authors will be speaking at the 22nd Annual California Charter Schools Conference. The conference will feature Amanda Ripley, investigative journalist, on Wednesday, March 18. The event will close on March 19 with nationally known Fox News Contributor, Juan Williams. Don’t miss these speakers and register before the New Year’s Discount ends on 1/23. Learn more!

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January 5, 2015

Register by Friday, January 23, 2015 to receive discounted rates and be entered into a drawing to receive a complimentary stay at the Citizen Hotel in Sacramento. Plus check-out all of the programming for conference 2015 now available in the online program search.

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December 5, 2014

Got questions about the Governor’s 2015-16 State Budget Proposal and how the state’s financial situation will impact your school? Look no further than CCSA’s Business Managers meetings!

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December 5, 2014

CCSA is proud to offer programming tailored specifically to the needs of the California charter community at the 22nd Annual Charter Schools Conference. 160+ breakout sessions have been developed and approved by charter school experts to meet the needs of YOU and YOUR school community - check them out now!

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December 5, 2014

Learn how your students can participate in Computer Science Education Week (December 8-14) and the Hour of Code, a self-guided activity allowing them to try out the basics of computer science.

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November 13, 2014

CCSA is proud to offer pre-conference events on Monday March 16, 2015 as part of the 22nd Annual California Charter Schools Conference held March 16-19. These events include two all day workshops, one half-day workshop and school tours to Sacramento area charter schools. All of these events require pre-registration—check them out and add to your 2015 experience today!

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November 11, 2014

Jumpstart your assessment completion by attending the webinar “Completing your Self-Assessment” on Tuesday, December 2 from 4:30pm-5:00pm. Walk away from the webinar having completed 3 of the 10 assessment sections!

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October 14, 2014

Join Karen Junker and Sarah Omojola for a conversation about the use of restorative peer courts on Tuesday, October 21. Register now!

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October 1, 2014

The Council for Exceptional Children (CEC) invites all charter leaders and special education teachers and administrators to attend the CEC 2015 Convention & Expo being held April 6-11, 2015 at the San Diego Convention Center. Volunteer during the event to receive a reduced registration rate!

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October 1, 2014

Register for the 22nd Annual Conference any time before October 24 to receive the super early bird discount rate and you will be entered to win a complimentary one night stay including breakfast for two at the Hyatt Regency Sacramento. After you register be sure to nominate an outstanding teacher or volunteer at your school for the 2015 Hart Vision Awards! Nominations are due October 16. Learn More.

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September 30, 2014

Learn about the recent FCC E-Rate Modernization Order changes to the E-Rate Program. Register for the webinar!

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September 25, 2014

October is the best time to share your collective charter community voice! Register for a discounted conference rate, submit a proposal to present at the event and nominate someone for a Hart Vision Teacher and Volunteer of the Year nominations. Learn More.

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September 25, 2014

The University of California has announced that in February 2015 it is releasing an online platform to submit A-G courses. Register Today!

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September 24, 2014

Got questions on the 2014-15 State Budget and how the state’s financial situation will impact your school? Look no further than CCSA’s Business Managers’ meetings!

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September 23, 2014

Vision To Learn (VTL) is a non-profit organization that provides free eye exams and glasses to children in low-income communities throughout California through a mobile optometric clinic that comes to their elementary school and community center.

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September 23, 2014

Join Elizabeth Green for a conversation an book signing focused on creating great teachers.

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September 19, 2014

Join LACOE for an info session for charter schools on the School-based Medi-Cal Administrative Services Activities (SMAA) program on Tuesday, September 23.

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September 18, 2014

Calling all outstanding graduating charter school seniors to apply for the 2015 Susan Steelman Bragato Scholarships for a chance to win $2,000 toward college education expenses. Encourage your students not to miss out on this opportunity. Learn More.

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September 16, 2014

Learn about the recent FCC E-Rate Modernization Order during a webinar hosted by CCSA.

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September 16, 2014

Business Managers’ Meetings are here! Register to attend and learn how the state’s budget as well as other legislative and regulatory issues will affect your school.

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September 12, 2014

This is your last week to lock-in the flat registration rate of $350 for The 22nd Annual CCSA Conference held March 16-19, 2015 in Sacramento, CA. Learn more.

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September 4, 2014

Who is the outstanding volunteer or teacher in your school community? We want to know! Nominations for the 2015 Hart Vision Awards are open until October 16. Need inspiration? Review past winners.

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August 28, 2014

The 2015 CCSA Call for Proposals is open for the 22nd Annual California Charter Schools Conference. What type of programming are attendees looking for? Learn helpful hints and best practices—submissions are due by October 16.

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August 28, 2014

Join the California Energy Commission on Septebmer 16 for a FREE webinar providing information to charter schools and the public on the Proposition 39 Program and Energy Expenditure Plan application process.

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August 21, 2014

The 22nd Annual California Charter Schools Conference is shaping up to be the largest charter school event in Northern California’s history. Submit a proposal to present, nominate an outstanding teacher, volunteer or high school senior and register today at the low rate of $350.

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August 13, 2014

Register for the 22nd Annual CCSA Conference during the Back to School Registration Special - a flat rate of $350 available until September 19 - and you will be entered to win a complimentary one-night stay in a deluxe suite at the Hyatt Palm Springs (courtesy of Hyatt Palm Springs).

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August 6, 2014

CCSA is welcoming you to the start of the school year with our Back to School Registration Special of $350 available until September 19.

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July 30, 2014

CCSA is proud to offer the Summer Registration Special of $325 for one more week until August 8!

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June 18, 2014

Registration is still open for the National Charter Schools Conference in Las Vegas.

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June 13, 2014

What could happen if the most dynamic and effective teachers across Los Angeles shared the secrets of their success with 300 other educators? We need teachers with the best ideas for working with kids, developing collaborative relationships, and giving teachers more say in policies and politics. Submit a proposal to present your best ideas at ECET2-LA, a free, teacher-led professional development!

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May 28, 2014

Don’t miss the Spring Regional Meetings being held across the state!

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May 23, 2014

The meetings are offered online and at some of the Regional Meetings happening in late May and early June, including those in Sonoma and San Diego on May 29.

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May 9, 2014

Learn about the May Revise and how the state’s financial status impacts your charter school at CCSA’s upcoming Business Managers’ Meetings.

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May 5, 2014

On May 8, the State Board of Education and WestEd will present “Developing a Quality Local Control and Accountability Plan Part III-Frequently Asked Questions.”

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April 14, 2014

Every year, National Charter Schools Week gives us an opportunity to raise awareness about our charter schools and the charter school movement and we have a lot to share!

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April 8, 2014

The Governance Academy is a free, in-person only, four-hour intensive workshop designed to help school leaders and governing board members increase their knowledge of ethical and legal obligations as stewards of public institutions.

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March 21, 2014

Join the California Department of Education for a webinar to learn about the new Principal Apportionment Data Collection (PADC) Software.

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March 14, 2014

The Governance Academy is a free, in-person only, four-hour intensive workshop designed to help school leaders and governing board members increase their knowledge of ethical and legal obligations as stewards of public institutions.

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March 12, 2014

Register Today! The LAUSD SELPA will be hosting a two-day training on Non-violent Crisis Intervention (NCI) for Charter Schools in LAUSD SELPA.

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March 12, 2014

The Charter Operated Programs will be hosting a free workshop called Adapting Lessons for Students with IEPs.

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March 12, 2014

If your school needs assistance with strategic alternatives to suspension, this training is not to be missed.

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March 12, 2014

Sign up for an interactive symposium, “Diving Deeper into Aligning the Individualized Education Program (IEP) to the Common Core State Standards.”

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February 18, 2014

These workshops will provide your school with the governance and fiscal management training required by the PCSGP!

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February 17, 2014

Learn more about NWEA MAP Assessments and how they can help you know if your school and your students are on track. NWEA is hosting several webinars in February as well as a coffee talk at CCSA’s Conference.

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February 14, 2014

This in-person workshop, perfect for new charter schools, school leaders and board members, is offered in the Bay Area, the Central Valley and Los Angeles

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February 14, 2014

CharterSAFE is proud to return as the principal sponsor of the 21st Annual California Charter Schools Conference. Please join us for these important sessions about school safety.

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February 13, 2014

One of the most requested topics for professional development is around handling challenging behaviors. This training will offer attendees clear guidance on building school wide capacity for supporting students with intense behaviors that are impacting learning.

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February 11, 2014

Join us for the session, “Keeping up with Common Core Implementation,” coordinated by your Regional Director and offered by CCSA Vendor Member, EdTec.

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February 11, 2014

Join us for the session, “Keeping up with Common Core Implementation,” coordinated by your Regional Director and offered by CCSA Vendor Member, EdTec.

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February 7, 2014

This in-person workshop, offered in the Bay Area, the Central Valley and Los Angeles, will assist charter schools that are engaged in the strategic planning process work toward long-term sustainability.

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February 7, 2014

This in-person workshop is geared towards new charter schools, school leaders and board members, including those working with business service providers.

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February 4, 2014

Two fantastic opportunities: “Connecting the Dots when Writing IEPs with Behavior Support Plans (BSPs)” and “Strategic Alternatives to Suspension Workshop Part II.”

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January 31, 2014

The March 3 workshop is chock full of trainings and resources, to help your new school access funds through the Public Charter Schools Grant Program.

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January 28, 2014

Learn more about NWEA MAP Assessments and how they can help you know if your school and your students are on track. NWEA is hosting several webinars in January and February as well as a coffee talk at CCSA’s Conference.

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January 27, 2014

Every January, National School Choice Week provides an unprecedented opportunity to shine a spotlight on the need for effective education options for all children.

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January 25, 2014

Common Core is coming. Education Trust-West presents a webinar to help you gain insights on how to close the technology divide in your school.

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January 24, 2014

Each May, over 100 California charter school leaders, board members and parents join together to celebrate National Charter Schools Week with Advocacy Day hosted by CCSA in Sacramento. Read why Senator Carol Liu is encouraging you to attend.

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January 21, 2014

Do you have questions about the Governor’s January Budget Proposal and how the state’s financial situation will impact your school? Register today for a session!

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January 9, 2014

Are you responsible for communications for a charter school? Join your local colleagues for an in-person meet-up in Los Angeles!

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January 7, 2014

The webinar covers the changes in the assessment and accountability system, AB 484, Smarter Balanced, Common Core, and much more!

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December 19, 2013

Applications are now open for two all-expenses-paid professional development opportunities that provide unique experiences to educators looking to bolster STEM learning. Both take place in summer 2014.

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December 11, 2013

Help your new school access funds through the Public Charter Schools Grant Program by signing up for a pre-conference workshop.

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December 10, 2013

CCSA is proud to offer new, exciting and engaging advocacy programming at the 21st Annual Conference. Use the knowledge you’ll gain at conference and be part of the charter movement in action at Advocacy Day on May 7, 2014 in Sacramento.

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December 1, 2013

Each May, over 100 California charter school leaders, board members and parents join together to celebrate National Charter Schools Week with Advocacy Day hosted by CCSA in Sacramento. Read why Rick Miller, CORE Executive Director and Rocklin Academy Board Member, plans to attend this year. And be sure to register today!

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November 20, 2013

Are you responsible for communications for a charter school? Join your local colleagues for an in-person meet-up in Los Angeles on Dec. 5. Whether you’re trying to pull together marketing materials, pitch positive stories to the media or pull together a communications plan for the year, you’re not alone!

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November 8, 2013

Learn about the Parent Empowerment Act and how parents can organize and advocate for a quality education.

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November 7, 2013

Learn How to Access Resources and Prepare for the Future! The workshop will include updates from key state agencies on charter school financing options and state oversight.

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November 7, 2013

Learn How to Access Resources and Prepare for the Future! The workshop will include updates from key state agencies on charter school financing options and state oversight.

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November 7, 2013

Thursday’s webinar by the CDE is designed just for leaders of Charter Schools. Pre-register now!

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November 1, 2013

If you are a charter school, work with charter schools, or are considering initiating a charter school, this facilities workshop will help you identify sources of funding to address your critical facility needs.

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October 29, 2013

Join education leaders in either San Jose or Los Angeles for a one-day event focused on effective integration of technology into instruction to support implementation of the Common Core State Standards.

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October 28, 2013

What are the Common Core State Standards in Math? Come learn how parents can support their child’s success in mathematics.

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October 11, 2013

This is the last week! It is your chance to network with other charter leaders, engage with CCSA staff and other special guests, and discuss information relevant to your area.

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October 11, 2013

Learn more about the future growth of the charter school movement. Free for the San Diego-area charter school community.

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October 4, 2013

National Walk to School Day is October 9 and the Los Angeles Department of Transportation (LADOT) has partnered with local public schools to promote the first ever citywide Walk to School Day events.

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October 4, 2013

Still have questions about Common Core? This in-person workshop is presented by The Center for College and Career Readiness, in partnership CCSA.

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October 4, 2013

Participate in career development workshops, learn about 13 San Jose charter organizations, and hear a keynote address from Alicia Herald, founder of MyEd Match.

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October 4, 2013

Do you know a teacher or volunteer who does outstanding work for your school? Nominate him/her for the Hart Vision Awards!

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October 4, 2013

WestEd is hosting a free webinar on assessment and literacy at the secondary school level, with an emphasis on the Common Core State Standards (CCSS).

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October 1, 2013

Don’t miss your chance to network with other charter leaders, engage with CCSA staff and other special guests, and discuss information relevant to your area during the Fall Regional Meetings.

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September 27, 2013

Charter school educators can receive a public school employee discount of 25% for the event, which includes some great speakers and more than 90 workshops.

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September 27, 2013

Why is October the most important month leading up to the annual conference? Because October is when charter school teachers, leaders and supporters from across the state make this their conference by submitting proposals to present and Hart Vision/Sue Bragato Scholarship nominations to the CCSA conference team.

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September 20, 2013

San Jose’s charter schools are offering a teacher workshop on Saturday, October 12 from 10:00 am - 1:00 pm. Learn more about what these schools have to offer teachers and kids.

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September 20, 2013

There’s a lot of buzz about “blended learning” and its growing impact on the way students learn in the classroom. But what is it really? Sign up today for a new course kicking off on Oct. 15!

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September 20, 2013

CCSA is proud to offer our Super Early Bird Conference Registration Special available until October 18.

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September 13, 2013

Do you have questions on the 2013-14 Budget and how the Local Control Funding Formula (LCFF) will impact your school? Look no further than CCSA’s Business Managers’ meetings.

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September 13, 2013

Nominate a teacher or volunteer to win the 2014 Hart Vision Teacher of the Year and Volunteer of the Year awards today!

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September 13, 2013

The theme of this year’s Symposium is Deeper Learning through Common Core: Emerging Practices.

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September 13, 2013

We’ve extended this special rate to ensure that as many stakeholders as possible can attend the first ever CCSA Conference hosted in the Bay Area! Register today!

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September 6, 2013

Upcoming topics include Special Education, Mission and Petition, How to Recruit Students and more!

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September 6, 2013

Do you know a teacher or volunteer who does outstanding work for your school? Nominate him/her for the Hart Vision Awards!

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September 6, 2013

This is the last week to register at the low rate of $350 for the 21st Annual California Charter Schools Conference taking place March 3-6, 2014 in San Jose, CA.

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August 21, 2013

This is your opportunity to network with other charter leaders, engage with CCSA staff and other special guests, and discuss information relevant to your region!

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August 20, 2013

Applications are now being accepted for Alchemy Leadership Seminar, the Annenberg Foundation’s free three-day capacity building training for non-profit leaders. The program is open to charter school leaders from Los Angeles, Ventura, Orange, San Bernardino and Riverside counties. Applications received by August 31 will be given priority.

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August 16, 2013

Make the 21st Annual Conference YOUR conference! Charter school teachers, leaders and supporters from across the state are invited to submit both proposals to present and Hart Vision Award nominations.

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August 16, 2013

Three sessions coming up. Learn about PCSGP, Writing your Petition, and Grant Writing.

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August 16, 2013

Butte County charter leaders, teachers, and board members are invited to attend this casual no-host reception.

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August 13, 2013

LA teachers are invited to a free event featuring Rafe Esquith, author of “Advice for Teachers from Rookies to Veterans: “No Retreat, No Surrender!” Esquith has seen it all in thirty-plus years in the classroom, and has written several books, including the widely praised “Teach Like Your Hair’s on Fire.”

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August 8, 2013

Middle and high school students, parents, families and friends are invited to a free event with workshops, information and more. This is a great opportunity for your families!

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August 2, 2013

Before you head to the beach for your last few weeks of vacation, take 5 minutes to lock-in the lowest available registration rate for the 21st Annual California Charter Schools Conference and don’t pay until spring 2014!

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August 1, 2013

Each session provides expert instruction and a forum for questions and answers. All sessions are free to Association Members.

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July 19, 2013

There are a number of online charter school development information sessions coming up in the next few months on topics ranging from incorporation to designing a realistic school budget. Each session provides expert instruction and a forum for questions and…

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July 12, 2013

There are a number of online charter school development information sessions coming up in the next few months on topics ranging from incorporation to designing a realistic school budget. Each session provides expert instruction and a forum for questions and…

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June 20, 2013

Learn the 16-point structure of the charter petition, and how to fully-address each element.

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June 20, 2013

Learn more about hosting candidate forums, coordinating candidate appearances, sharing research with candidates, and more.

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June 20, 2013

Renewal or approval of your charter petition is often dependent upon the relationships you have. This June 25 webinar will provide helpful tips and tools in order to garner support for your school’s renewal or approval.

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June 13, 2013

Learn how your school may be impacted by the State Budget! Register for a free webinar on July 12.

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June 13, 2013

There are a number of online charter school development information sessions coming up in the next few months on topics ranging from incorporation to designing a realistic school budget.

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June 13, 2013

To help you celebrate the start of summer and to kick-off the first-ever conference hosted by CCSA in the Silicon Valley, we are proud to offer a Flat Rate Registration Special of $325. Register now, save nearly 50% and pay later.

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June 11, 2013

To ensure renewal, it is critical that you use data evidencing your school’s success. During this June 20 webinar, you will receive helpful tips and tools in order to help you use data effectively. Register today.

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June 10, 2013

We are offering a series of FREE webinars with the critical information you need to be successful in your renewal. So register for the first one, “Overview of the Renewal Process” on June 14.

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May 30, 2013

The CDE is hosting two one-day Common Core State Standards (CCSS) professional learning opportunities for teachers.

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May 30, 2013

Do you have ideas about how school should be changed that you want to see put into action? Do you like challenging long-standing assumptions about “how things are”? If so, don’t miss “Startup Weekend” - just 120 seats available and it’s expected to sell out!

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May 20, 2013

Join us May 20- June 5, 2013 at our Regional Meetings and connect with your charter school peers.

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May 17, 2013

Onsite registration can cost as much as $600 - this is a great opportunity to lock in a super low rate - nearly 50% in savings and pay later!

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May 17, 2013

Planning for next school year? Reference this publication for best practices in purchasing and procurement and ways to cut costs.

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May 17, 2013

How to Start a Charter School (Part 3 of 3) & Writing Your Education Program Part 2: Elements 1, 2, and 3. Each session provides expert instruction and a forum for questions and answers.

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May 12, 2013

CCSA is hosting a webinar to provide charter staff with this rare opportunity to get their questions answered directly by the people who developed and created the AGT reports for LAUSD and ZOOM! charters.

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May 12, 2013

To help members celebrate and to kick off the the 21st Annual California Charter Schools Conference in San Jose—CCSA is proud to offer the National Charter Schools Week Registration Special of $325!

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May 6, 2013

Questions on the May Budget Revise and how the state’s financial situation will impact your school? Look no further than CCSA’s Business Managers meetings!

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May 6, 2013

Celebrate National Charter Schools Week and kick-off the first-ever conference hosted by CCSA in the Bay Area with the Flat Rate Registration Special of $325.

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May 6, 2013

Each session provides expert instruction and a forum for questions and answers. All sessions are free to Association Members.

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April 26, 2013

Project Suicide Prevention Intervention Now (SPIN) and the Los Angeles County Office of Education (LACOE) have partnered to offer a free webinar for dministrators, teachers, mental health personnel, and after-school personnel.

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April 26, 2013

You’re Authorized! Next Steps: Outfitting Your School. Once approved, charter schools need to prepare for opening. Besides staffing, there are equipment, supply, communication and furniture needs.

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April 24, 2013

Teach Plus is hosting a free candidate forum open to all teachers - a great opportunity to meet the two candidates to represent the San Fernando Valley and to network with both charter and district teachers.

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April 21, 2013

Questions about Common Core implementation? Don’t miss this in-person workshop presented by The Center for College & Career Readiness, in partnership with the California Charter Schools Association.

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April 14, 2013

Parents can register now for this workshop on Charter Schools 101 and Sharing Your Story

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April 14, 2013

This year the annual education summit will focus on college and career readiness and preparing students for success.

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April 12, 2013

Presented by CharterSAFE. In this webinar, we will discuss the major elements of the Affordable Care Act, which will will have a significant impact on most charter schools.

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April 5, 2013

It happens just once a year… Got questions about charter school governance? Don’t miss CCSA’s 3-hour in-depth Governance Academy.

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April 5, 2013

Securing Authorization for New Schools, How to Start a Charter School (Part 1 of 3), Top 10 Legal Issues for Charter Schools.

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April 2, 2013

Join the “Community Benefit Schools: Building Partnerships & Nonprofit Capacity,” a special series by CCSA’s Carlyn Obringer and Jeff Sands.

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March 29, 2013

Celebrate National Charter Week at the Padres game on Saturday, May 4, 2013.

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March 29, 2013

Join us on either April 15 or April 16 for a happy hour hosted by CCSA and Building Excellent Schools to learn more about the BES Fellowship program and starting a charter school.

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March 29, 2013

Let your voice be heard! Join charter leaders and parents from our region at the State Capitol in Sacramento on May 8.

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March 22, 2013

Let your voice be heard! Join charter leaders and parents from our region at the State Capitol in Sacramento on May 8

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March 22, 2013

Let your voice be heard! Join charter leaders and parents from the Bay Area, North Coast and Central Coast regions at the State Capitol in Sacramento on May 8.

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March 22, 2013

Join charter leaders and parents from our region at the State Capitol on May 8 for the 20th Anniversary Advocacy Day.

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March 22, 2013

Join charter leaders and parents from our region at the State Capitol on May 8 for the 20th Anniversary Advocacy Day.

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March 22, 2013

Let your voice be heard! Join charter leaders and parents from our region at the State Capitol in Sacramento on May 8.

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March 22, 2013

Got questions about the Common Core? Join our webinar to learn what charter schools must do to implement the Common Core standards.

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March 22, 2013

Families That Can is hosting a FREE Parent Workshop on Charter Schools 101 and Sharing Your Story at Old Town Academy on Wednesday March 27 from 6:30 - 7:30 pm

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March 22, 2013

Upcoming school developer webinars include Insurance 101 for Developing Schools and How to Start a Charter School

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March 22, 2013

CharterSAFE is proud to offer the two important webinars. Learn about Construction Insurance and Insurance for Developing Schools.

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March 8, 2013

Got questions about the Common Core? Join our webinar to learn what charter schools must do to implement the Common Core standards and the Smarter Balanced Assessments.

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March 1, 2013

Be sure to attend the welcome reception and regional meeting for a chance to meet up with local colleagues at the conference.

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March 1, 2013

There are a number of online charter school development information sessions coming up in the next few months on topics ranging from incorporation to designing a realistic school budget.

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February 22, 2013

Your planner already includes social events, exhibit hall activities and general sessions that are included in your full conference registration. Customize it to ensure you’re making the most of your time.

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February 22, 2013

ign up now to receive the governance and fiscal management training required by the Grant Program Sign

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February 22, 2013

The California Charter Schools Association is proud to announce the return of a one-day Pre-Conference Public Charter Schools Grant Program workshop.

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February 22, 2013

The charter school community is invited to apply to attend this TEDx event. Event organizers saw the need to bring thought leaders from various industries to share multi-disciplinary perspectives on ideas and challenges relevant to education.

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February 22, 2013

An entire classroom has a chance to win iPads, Kinkdles, Nooks or Chrombooks from the CK-12 Foundation by demonstrating educational innovation and creativity in the “Get-Real” competition.

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February 22, 2013

There are a number of online charter school development information sessions coming up in the next few months on topics ranging from incorporation to designing a realistic school budget.

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February 18, 2013

Don’t miss these exciting events. Friday, February 22 is the final day to receive up to a $50 discount per registration so register today!

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February 18, 2013

High Tech High will be hosting a teacher conference from April 4-6 to focus on “Deeper Learning”

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February 18, 2013

There are a number of online charter school development information sessions coming up in the next few months on topics ranging from incorporation to designing a realistic school budget.

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February 13, 2013

The LA Chamber of Commerce is developing a regional STEM hub, which will kick off at a STEM Workforce Seminar in conjunction with the National Defense Industrial Association (NDIA) and the Aerospace Industries Association (AIA) on March 6. Local charter schools are invited to participate.

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February 8, 2013

Educators and parents from both charter schools and traditional district schools will “March as One” on Feb. 16 to ask mayoral and LAUSD board candidates to support educational equality. The event is coordinated by LA teachers in partnership with several community groups. Join us!

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February 8, 2013

CCSA will be holding four online Public Charter Schools Grant Program Finance and Governance Trainings.

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February 8, 2013

Thank you to all of you who participated in the recent round of Central Valley Regional Charter Leader Meetings.

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February 8, 2013

There are a number of online charter school development information sessions coming up in the next few months.

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February 8, 2013

Additional spots now available for Charter Parents in the San Diego Region to represent their charter school at CCSA’s Parent Summit.

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January 31, 2013

Need to meet PSCGP training requirements? Have questions about the Common Core State Standards? Afraid you missed all the Business Managers’ Meetings? Learn how these workshops can help.

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January 31, 2013

Often overlooked as merely symbolic, strong and clear Vision, Mission and Values statements have a powerful effect on families, staff, funders and the larger community, propelling the school toward continual improvement and innovation.

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January 31, 2013

Hands-on: E-Rate and Tech Plans! PCSGP Workshop! Board Member Best Practice Summit! Get the details and find out how you can participate!

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January 25, 2013

The webinar will provide applicants information about the eligibility requirements and application process for the Public Charter Schools Grant Program (PCSGP) Dissemination Sub-grants

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January 25, 2013

Get an overview of the development process, a breakdown of CDE regulations and an outline of the topics that must defined in charter petitions

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January 25, 2013

Don’t miss the 20th Annual California Charter Schools Conference!

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January 24, 2013

Register Today! Regional charter leaders meetings kick off this month and will be held from January 24 - February 11, 2013. These interactive and informative meetings present a great opportunity to discuss state and local regional issues.

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January 24, 2013

All LA charter high school students with unique needs and their parents are invited to explore post-secondary options and community resources! Granada Hills Charter High School in partnership with Birmingham Community Charter High School is hosting an evening focused on transition.

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January 18, 2013

This means you have another week to take advantage of discounted individual and group registration rates for the 20th Annual Conference, AND another week to WIN!

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January 11, 2013

As San Diego plays host to the CCSA Conference in March our region has the honor to host the CCSA Parent Summit on March 13 at the Downtown San Diego Convention Center and sponsor a limited number of Charter Parents to attend the daylong conference.

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January 11, 2013

AAAE is seeking presenters and attendees for their March 8 - 9 conference in San Diego

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January 10, 2013

Register by Friday to receive discounted group rates AND be entered into a drawing to receive FREE registration and hotel stay for the 2014 CCSA Conference in San Jose!

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January 10, 2013

I look forward to the discussion on this subject.

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January 10, 2013

With a new year comes new opportunities to work together to address challenges charter schools face in Northeastern California, and to improve public education as a whole.

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January 4, 2013

This is not an all inclusive list so apologies if I’ve left out information about your school.

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January 4, 2013

Expand your digital literacies from the convenience of your office, classroom, or home.

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January 3, 2013

All conference registrants who register by the New Year deadline will be entered to win a full conference registration and hotel stay for 3 nights for the 21st Annual CCSA Conference in San Jose March 3-6, 2014! Three registrants will win!

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January 3, 2013

There are a number of online charter school development information sessions coming up in the next few months.

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December 17, 2012

Learn the 16-point structure of a charter petition, and how to fully address each element at this free webinar.

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December 14, 2012

Join us January 18 - February 8, 2013 at our Regional Meetings and connect with your charter school peers.

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December 14, 2012

Take five minutes and secure your registration for the 20th Annual California Charter Schools Conference & Anniversary Celebration. Early Bird Registration Deadline—Friday, December 21, 2012.

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December 14, 2012

Rally your cheerleaders, dancers, singers, musicians, and mimes together and submit a musical piece/photo/video by January 9 and showcase your student talent at CCSA’s 20th Anniversary Conference March 12 -14, 2013 in San Diego.

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December 14, 2012

Questions on the January budget proposal and how the state’s financial situation will impact your school? Look no further than CCSA’s Business Managers meetings this January and February! Register today.

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December 7, 2012

CCSA’s Annual Conference offers seven programming strands on everything from curriculum, to facilities to legal sessions and over 160 breakout sessions.

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November 9, 2012

The nationally known student advocate and founder and CEO of StudentsFirst Rhee will be speaking at the 20th Annual California Charter Schools Conference being held March 11-14, 2013 in San Diego, CA.

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November 2, 2012

Sixteen charter schools from around Butte County were represented at the 2-day Chico Children’s Fair at the Silver Dollar Fairgrounds in Chico on October 13 and 14.

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October 25, 2012

LA charter leaders and teachers are invited to a Teach Plus event focusing on teacher retention. This is a unique opportunity to connect with other charter schools to discuss their concerns and best practices regarding teacher retention at your school sites. Teach Plus recently released a white paper on how charter schools can improve teacher retention.

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October 22, 2012

On Friday, Oct. 26, LA Councilwoman Jan Perry will be issuing a proclamation honoring the 20th Anniversary of the Charter School Movement.

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October 19, 2012

LAUSD Board Member Steve Zimmer’s resolution is up for vote on Tuesday, Nov. 13 (right after Veteran’s Day) and we are coordinating a major parent rally in opposition in front of LAUSD. Save the date!

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October 18, 2012

CCSA is launching a Start-Up Circle in the Bay Area! You are invited to join other educators, parents, and community leaders to learn more about the process of starting a charter school and to discuss the landscape throughout the Bay…

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October 18, 2012

Nominate your outstanding teacher or volunteer now to receive a 2013 Hart Vision Award by Friday, October 26!

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October 17, 2012

With seven programming strands and over 150 breakouts the conference is one stop shopping for all of your charter school needs!

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October 17, 2012

Warren Fletcher, President of UTLA, will join a free Education Salon put on by the Los Angeles Education Partnership (LAEP) to discuss this complex question with several other panelists.

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October 16, 2012

Presence Learning is offering a free webinar for charter schools later this month - register today to secure a spot!

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October 13, 2012

Make sure that your school community is prepared for emergencies and plan out your participation for this important event next week.

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October 13, 2012

The 2013 Hart Vision Awards will recognize individuals that have made significant contributions to CCSA’s mission to increase student achievement by supporting and expanding California’s quality charter public school movement.

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October 13, 2012

“I bring my staff to the event because it offers connections, content, and training that align to successfully prepare us for growth and opportunities throughout the school year! We never miss it!” - Cameron Curry, executive director, The Classical Academies

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October 5, 2012

Stop bad habits and create positive norms for your charter school governance and operations.

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October 5, 2012

CCSA is launching a Start-Up Circle in Sacramento! Educators, parents, and community leaders who want to learn more about the process of starting a charter school are encourage to meet up….

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October 5, 2012

The San Diego charter school community celebrates the 20th Anniversary of California’s Charter Schools Movement with a family event this Saturday, October 13, from 9:30 a.m. - noon, at Balboa Park. The celebration is aimed at raising awareness about charter…

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October 5, 2012

Welcome to the charter schools movement! Now get ready to attend the premiere statewide networking and professional development event for education reform professionals in the country.

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October 2, 2012

With spectacular year-round weather, easy accessibility to beaches and a dynamic downtown, San Diego is an amazing place to attend the 20th Annual California Charter Schools Conference & Anniversary Celebration!

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September 26, 2012

The charter school community will be out in force for the Oct. 9 LAUSD board meeting. Read the latest updates and use our easy tool kit to spread the word.

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September 26, 2012

Jonathan Dean from O’Farrell Community Charter School is hosting a Brown Act Training for Charter Leaders and Board Members. Middleton, Young & Minney will be conducting the training and a sit-down dinner will be served. Details Start time: 5:00 p.m….

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September 24, 2012

The event will take place October 13, 2012, from 9:30 a.m. to noon, on the President’s Way Grass Area in Balboa Park.

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September 24, 2012

This year marks the 20th Anniversary of the Charter Schools Act and charter parents who are leaders with PACT (People Acting in Community Together) and CCSA, in collaboration with the SJ Consortium, are organizing a Community Action Meeting to build more support from community leaders, show the success of charters in increasing student achievement, and the need for more excellent schools for kids.

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September 24, 2012

Did you know that it has been 20 whole years since the enactment of the Charter Schools Act in California? Please join us, on Saturday, October 13 at beautiful Preservation Park to commemorate this great milestone. Will your school participate? Let us know as soon as possible!

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September 22, 2012

An amazing deal on registration to the 20th Annual California Charter Schools Conference & Anniversary Celebration, that’s what! CCSA is proud to offer our Super Early Bird Registration Special available until October 26th.

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September 21, 2012

Regional Charter Leader meetings are the perfect way to reconnect with your colleagues and get important updates about the statewide policies and issues that will impact your school. Local topics will vary, based on member interest.

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September 21, 2012

Throughout the month of October, the attorneys of Middleton, Young & Minney will be offering a series of workshops across the state on the Brown Act, best practices, governance and more.

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September 14, 2012

These sessions seek to inform eligible schools about upcoming Riordan Foundation grant opportunities and their application processes.

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September 14, 2012

Have an amazing, outstanding teacher or volunteer at your school? Nominate them for a 2013 Hart Vision of the Year Award!

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September 14, 2012

So register for the 20th Annual California Charter Schools Conference today.

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September 14, 2012

In 2008, 6 million Americans didn’t vote because they missed a registration deadline or didn’t know how to register. In 2012, we want to make sure no one is left out.

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September 14, 2012

These meetings are free, open to all charter leaders, and held 3 times a year.

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September 14, 2012

The location for the San Jose Charter Leader Regional Meeting has changed. We will now gather at Rocketship Alma Academy.

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September 14, 2012

I hope you’ve seen the notices about the upcoming regional charter leader meetings and are planning to attend .Information on the three Central Valley meetings is below so please attend or send a designee if necessary. The Fresno area meeting…

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September 14, 2012

Please plan to attend the 20th Anniversary of Charters rally held on Wednesday September 19 at 10:00 am at Valley Preparatory Academy Charter School at 4221 N Hughes Ave. Fresno, CA 93705. Fresno County Superintendent Larry Powell will be the…

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September 14, 2012

Plans are underway in Southern, Northern and Central California for community celebrations. Read on to see if there is an event scheduled near you.

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September 13, 2012

Groundbreaking changes are taking place in Los Angeles charter schools in the area of special education. To make an informed decision about your new special education arrangements, all charter schools are strongly encouraged to attend the Los Angeles Area Charter Leaders Meeting.

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September 13, 2012

We know Prop 39 can sometimes be a challenge, but don’t worry! We have a break out session at the regional meeting on October 2 designed to make the process a little easier.

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September 7, 2012

CCSA is excited to host a 20th Anniversary Awards Dinner at the 20th Annual California Charter Schools Conference in San Diego. The dinner will celebrate veterans and emerging leaders of the movement as guests enjoy entertainment and delicious food.

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September 7, 2012

CCSA is proud to announce that the nationally-known author, children’s advocate and founder and CEO of Harlem Children’s Zone, Geoffrey Canada will be the keynote speaker at this year’s conference.

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September 3, 2012

Take advantage of the great deals for registration and travel, and join us at the 20th Annual Charter Schools Conference this March 2013 in San Diego.

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September 1, 2012

Find out how your students could take part in a special University of San Diego campus tour in addition to attending a USD footbal game, and how students could receive free tickets to tour the Museum of Tolerance.

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September 1, 2012

Share your experience and knowledge by submitting a proposal to present at the 20th Annual California Charter Schools Conference.

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August 29, 2012

Charter school teachers in Los Angeles are invited to a a conversation and reception with current LAUSD Superintendent, Dr. John Deasy hosted by Teach Plus.

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August 29, 2012

Questions on the new budget proposal and how the state’s financial situation will impact your school? Look no further than CCSA’s Business Managers meetings! This webinar will be offered on four different days for your convenience.

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August 27, 2012

Please save the date to join us at our upcoming Regional Meeting. This is your opportunity to engage with CCSA staff and your colleagues around policy and advocacy issues that are impacting you the most.

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August 27, 2012

LAUSD-authorized charter schools are invited to learn more about their SELPA options, including the “Charter Operated Programs” (Option 3).

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August 22, 2012

The Back to School Registration Special, with a super low rate of $325, is available for only a few more weeks!

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August 22, 2012

CCSA officially launched the 20th Anniversary of the charter school movement at a news conference at San Carlos Learning Center Charter School, the oldest operating charter school in the U.S. The event took place August 21.

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August 17, 2012

Attend a Free Webinar Thursday, Aug.23. The event covers green building opportunities plus financing opportunities.

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August 9, 2012

Teachers and educators get in free at an upcoming half-day conference on education technology in Los Angeles!

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August 6, 2012

Delivering an effective message that resonates with several audiences and raises the profile of your charter school is essential in today’s media-driven world.

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August 3, 2012

A new documentary follows the journey of four high school students as they navigate the road to college as the first in their families to go to college. The filmmakers are screening the film at schools and community centers to spark a community dialogue and help first-generation students learn to navigate their way through the system.

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August 3, 2012

Join us for a background in the funding opportunities available to schools, effective strategies for garnering support from diverse sources, and tools to build an initial fundraising plan.

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July 10, 2012

The Los Angeles charter school community is invited to an event celebrating LAUSD Board President Monica Garcia on Friday.

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June 15, 2012

Please register today for the Spring Charter Leader Regional Meeting Webinar

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June 1, 2012

This spring, we’re meeting after the school year is over for many of you. Join us to reflect on what went well, what you’d like to improve, and how your colleagues and the Association can help!

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May 30, 2012

The National Conference is a great opportunity for professional development, learning best practices and networking with other school leaders who face the same challenges as you.

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May 22, 2012

Local educators are invited to a discussion hosted by Educators 4 Excellence on Wednesday, May 30.

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May 22, 2012

This week is the final chance for members to register for the 20th Annual California Charter Schools Conference for the low price of $300. Have you registered yet?

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May 18, 2012

We’re looking forward to seeing you at our Spring Regional Meeting on May 24th. Our agenda includes opportunities to engage with each other around the use of data, School Board Election Information and Dos and Don’ts for non-profits, and Need- to-Know-Now Budget and legislative updates.

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May 18, 2012

Please join us for the last round of regional meetings for the year. We will be discussing legislative and budgetary updates including transitional K and STYRS/PERS benefits. We will have a representative from Charter School Capital explain the difference between…

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May 11, 2012

We look forward to seeing all San Francisco and Oakland Charter Leaders at our Spring Regional Meetings on May 15 and 16.

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May 10, 2012

Questions on the new budget proposal and how the state’s financial situation will impact your school? Look no further than CCSA’s Business Managers meetings! CCSA is holding in-person meetings at regional meetings and webinars throughout May and early June.

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May 6, 2012

National Charter Schools Week gives CCSA a chance to highlight positive stories from our charter schools across the state. Visit CCSA’s blog daily for posts and stories.

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May 4, 2012

Drexel University Center for Graduate Studies and School of Education is hosting a panel discussion on public school reform as part of their “On the Leading Edge” series.

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May 4, 2012

Attend this information night to learn what’s at stake for Sacramento charter schools in the upcoming June 5th election.

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April 30, 2012

“Building the Capacity of Charter Schools: Effectively Serving Students With Disabilities” will be held Tuesday, June 19, 2012, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., during a full-day preconference event that will take place the day before the 2012 National Charter Schools Conference begins.

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April 30, 2012

Teachers and educators from the charter school community are invited May 16 to a town hall forum hosted by Teach Plus.

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April 30, 2012

We couldn’t be prouder of the students from Granada Hills Charter High School’s Academic Decathlon team who cinched the national title this weekend!

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April 19, 2012

The Local Initiatives Support Corporation (LISC), in partnership with EdCapital Services, has launched a new working capital program for eligible charter schools in Los Angeles County. Informational webinars are coming up May 2 and 7 - register now!

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April 13, 2012

Register today! The next regional meeting will have a focus on board governance issues and fundraising.

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April 13, 2012

Members asked for more training on fundraising and board governance issues at the spring regional meeting. We heard you! Please take this 5-minute survey to tell us more so we can tailor our spring regional meeting to your needs!

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April 6, 2012

This is the workshop charter school board members DON’T want to miss! Find out everything you need to know to be a responsible steward of your school from the Brown Act to financial and academic oversight.

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April 6, 2012

This is the workshop charter school board members DON’T want to miss! Find out everything you need to know to be a responsible steward of your school from the Brown Act to financial and academic oversight.

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April 6, 2012

This is the workshop charter school board members DON’T want to miss! Find out everything you need to know to be a responsible steward of your school from the Brown Act to financial and academic oversight.

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April 2, 2012

This intensive workshop is a must for board members and school leaders alike, giving you all the key information you need to be an effective steward.

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March 26, 2012

LA charter school teachers are invited to join Teach Plus on Thursday, April 19 for an interactive, hands-on working session where you and your colleagues will design your “ideal” teacher evaluation.

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March 23, 2012

This on-site workshop will assist charter schools that are engaged in the strategic planning process, working toward long-term sustainability. It is for charter school board members and business managers, especially those working with business service providers.

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March 23, 2012

The dates for Spring Charter Leaders Meetings in the Inland Empire Area have been set. For your convenience, there will be two meetings in the greater Inland Empire

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March 21, 2012

Don’t miss these local, no cost, opportunities to get training for your staff and board members.

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March 19, 2012

Got questions about charter school finances? Don’t miss CCSA’s 4-hour in-depth Finance Academy which is offered just once a year!

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March 13, 2012

Got questions about charter school finances? Don’t miss CCSA’s 4-hour in-depth Finance Academy which is offered just once a year!

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March 9, 2012

Learn about a local initiative to help combat the dropout crisis in Oakland.

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March 9, 2012

Did you attend the 19th Annual California Charter Schools Conference in Sacramento? If you have not yet filled out our satisfaction survey, please do so today!

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March 7, 2012

San Diego Charter Schools were well represented at the 2012 Conference - find out more… and don’t forget to mark your calendars for next year’s conference right here in San Diego.

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March 6, 2012

Got questions about charter school finances? Don’t miss CCSA’s 4-hour in-depth Finance Academy which is offered just once a year! This workshop will assist charter schools and developers in all phases of financial management and is designed for schools that are working toward long-term sustainability.

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March 6, 2012

Got questions about charter school finances? Don’t miss CCSA’s 4-hour in-depth Finance Academy which is offered just once a year! This workshop will assist charter schools and developers in all phases of financial management and is designed for schools that are working toward long-term sustainability.

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March 6, 2012

Got questions about charter school finances? Don’t miss CCSA’s 4-hour in-depth Finance Academy which is offered just once a year! This workshop will assist charter schools and developers in all phases of financial management and is designed for schools that are working toward long-term sustainability

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March 5, 2012

Get a great discount on tickets and learn an opportunity to choose the “Play Ball” kid, color guard and 2 charters to highlight during the pregame show.

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March 5, 2012

Special educators are invited to a dinner and discussion coordinated by Educators for Excellence (E4E) focusing around opportunities for innovation and supporting students.

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March 5, 2012

Local charters are invited to a one-day training on Common Core State Standards at the LACOE office in Downey. Register by May 16 to participate!

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March 2, 2012

Each year, CCSA recognizes a handful of outstanding individuals and schools with our Hart Vision Awards. I’m sure many of you were so proud of two honorees this year from Los Angeles - the Volunteer of the Year, Erika Higgins Ross of WISH Charter, and Gabriella Charter School, which was honored as 2012 Charter School of the Year! You have to see the amazing videos!

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March 2, 2012

Charter leaders from the far north were out in full force at the 19th Annual Charter Schools Conference. Here’s a round of who was where, and when.

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February 27, 2012

We can’t wait to see many of you at the annual Charter Conference next week in Sacramento! We’re particularly excited to be in Sacramento this year and for the charter funding-equity rally on Wednesday. We’d like to highlight four events that might be of interest to LA members.

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February 27, 2012

More than 2,500 charter school leaders and supporters join together in Sacramento.

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February 17, 2012

Please plan to join colleagues from around the San Diego Region to gear up for the Funding Equity Rally and connect on issues specific to our region.

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February 17, 2012

Not registered yet? Register by Tuesday to avoid the late registration rate! If you have not booked your hotel yet, please make a reservation as soon as possible.

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February 17, 2012

Thank you to everyone who helped make this a great regional meeting. Read on for an overview of what we covered and links to key materials.

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February 17, 2012

Hard to believe that the 19th Annual Charter Conference is only one week away! Please plan to join colleagues from around the Bay Area to gear up for the Funding Equity Rally and connect on issues specific to our region….

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February 17, 2012

Do you believe that charter schools should get adequate and fair funding? Join school leaders, teachers, parents, and students from across the state!

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February 17, 2012

Hard to believe that the 19th Annual Charter Conference is only one week away!

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February 16, 2012

Are you thinking about applying for the Public Charter Schools Grant Program (PCSGP)? Then you don’t want to miss the day-long intensive workshop on Feb. 27! RSVP now! You’ll have a chance to hear directly from legal counsel and representatives from the California Department of Education (CDE) on how to apply successfully for this key program.

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February 16, 2012

Hard to believe that the 19th Annual Charter Conference is only one week away! We hope you’ll join CCSA’s LA Advocacy team and your colleagues from around the Los Angeles Region to gear up for the Funding Equity Rally and connect on issues specific to our region. We will convene at two Conference Regional meetings on Tuesday, February 28 at 6 pm in the Conference Center Rooms 305 and 306. Wine and cheese will be served!

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February 16, 2012

Please plan to join colleagues from around the Inland Empire Region to gear up for the Funding Equity Rally and connect on issues specific to our region.

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February 16, 2012

RAPSA (Reaching At-Promise Students Association) is sponsoring a free webinar about a statistical growth model called value-added analysis.

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February 16, 2012

Have a question for the President of the California Start Board of Education, the Assembly Education Committee Chair, or State Superintendent of Public Instruction? This is your chance to ask it!

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February 10, 2012

Want some of the $2.27 BILLION E-Rate funding available annually to help your school’s technology program? Baffled about technology planning? Just opening? Don’t miss this workshop! You will actually write a draft technology plan over the course of the workshop with support every step of the way.

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February 10, 2012

Are you thinking about applying for the Public Charter Schools Grant Program (PCSGP)? Don’t miss this unique chance to get all the information you need, including Q & A with staff from the California Department of Education (CDE) and a presentation from Middleton, Young and Minney on key legal issues. RSVP now for this day-long workshop!

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February 9, 2012

The Conference is in Two Weeks! Join us and register today!

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February 6, 2012

Key public meetings about redrawing the lines for LAUSD boardmember districts start tonight, Monday, Feb. 6.

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February 6, 2012

WE DID IT. More than 100 LA charter schools turned out more than 5,000 parents, teachers and students for the rally Saturday. All of you should be incredibly proud of what we achieved with this event - we showed our strength, but more importantly, we showed the depth of our commitment to making sure every student in Los Angeles has a high-quality public school.

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February 5, 2012

Our blocks at the Sheraton Grand the Hyatt Regency have sold out, so check our listing for other options!

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February 5, 2012

Are you inspired by the giant rally in Los Angeles last weekend to take action on behalf of charter schools? We have a great opportunity for you coming up in just three weeks.

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February 3, 2012

Don’t miss your opportunity to develop relationships with your legislators!

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February 2, 2012

Get your teacher credentialing questions answered!

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January 27, 2012

Topics covered include: current funding rates, updates on proposed changes, information on state and federal categorical programs - plus legislative and regulatory updates.

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January 26, 2012

SDCOE continues their support of the charter community by hosting this excellent opportunity to meet, share best practices, learn and more.

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January 26, 2012

Jed Wallace, Gary Borden and Alice Miller of CCSA will be joining us to drive the discussion around legislation, budget, accountability, and advocacy deeper.

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January 25, 2012

At the core of every high-quality public charter school are a series of statements that define the school’s identity and work. Often overlooked as merely symbolic, strong and clear Vision, Mission and Values statements have a powerful effect on families, staff, funders and the larger community, propelling the school toward continual improvement and innovation. Find out more in our webinar!

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January 23, 2012

Good news! We are extending the New Year Discount Deadline for the 19th Annual California Charter Schools Conference & Advocacy Week until this Friday, January 27.

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January 20, 2012

Invite your parents and school communities to a Town Hall on Jan. 25 at 6:30 pm at El Camino Real High School featuring LAUSD boardmember Tamar Galatzan and Superintendent John Deasy.

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January 20, 2012

We will have a Charter Leader Weekly Rally Planning Strategy call for Los Angeles members at 10:30 am Tuesday to keep everyone up to date on preparations leading up to the Feb. 4 citywide rally. We want your input so we can make this rally a great success!

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January 20, 2012

The Los Angeles Winter Regional Meeting is coming up on Jan. 26. At the meeting, we’ll be holding a number of engaging break-out sessions on topics relevant to you and your school—see the full draft agenda.

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January 19, 2012

We’re looking forward to see you on February 9 at Latino College Prep in San Jose!

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January 19, 2012

As the second part of the academic year begins, the ZOOM! team would like to remind you of the FREE Professional Development opportunities available to you and those at all participating ZOOM! schools. Delivered via webinar, these sessions are a great way to see how your school can improve and expand its use of ZOOM!.

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January 19, 2012

For your convenience, there are two regional charter leader meetings scheduled in Region 10. Come network with colleagues and engage in discussions about issues critical to the needs in charter leaders in our area.

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January 17, 2012

The Center for Excellence in School Counseling and Leadership’s 3rd Annual National Educator Conference Focused on LGBTQIA Youth will take place February 17-19 in San Diego, CA.

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January 13, 2012

Join us for “Special Education 101: Understanding Your Rights, Responsibilities and Options when Serving Students with Special Needs,” “Charter Petition & MOU: Special Education Sections,” and “Special Education 201: Understanding and Exercising Your Options for Special Education.”

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January 12, 2012

Learn about how promising digital tools and resources are now available to help you strengthen teaching and learning in middle grades mathematics, and the policy changes that California must make to take advantage of these new opportunities.

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January 12, 2012

Have you registered for the upcoming Region 3 Charter Leaders meeting in Sacramento (1/26)?

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January 12, 2012

Are you planning to join us for the upcoming Region 2 Charter Leaders meeting in Redding on February 1st?

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January 12, 2012

Our New Year Discount Registration Deadline is coming up on Friday, Jan. 20, 2012. Remember you can use a purchase order to lock in at the low New Year Discount Rate, but the bill will not be due until the conference happens!

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January 11, 2012

Friends of charter schools of all ages are invited to a reception on Friday Jan. 20 honoring Ana Ponce, who was recently featured in Forbes magazine. Featuring a live DJ, yummy food, and great friends!

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January 11, 2012

Pomona will be the site of a National School Choice Week event on January 22.

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January 9, 2012

The upcoming regional meeting will feature experts from across CCSA leading break-out sessions on a variety of timely topics, based on member suggestions and feedback. See the full list of topics.

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January 6, 2012

Hundreds of charter school board members from throughout California will meet to learn about best practices and strategize about the future of the charter school movement.

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January 5, 2012

CCSA has redesigned regional meetings to address your burning issues while providing the information you need in an interactive, engaging format.

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January 5, 2012

These workshops are fast approaching! Register today to include these workshops in your grant application work plan.

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January 3, 2012

Beginning Tuesday, January 10, we will have a Charter Leader Weekly Rally Planning Strategy call for Los Angeles members at 10:30 am to keep everyone up to date on preparations leading up to the Feb. 4 citywide rally. We want your input so we can make this rally a great success!

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January 3, 2012

LAUSD will hold webinars this week to go over the new School Performance Framework, which will inform the board’s renewal decisions. Don’t miss these key info sessions!

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December 30, 2011

As part of National Schools Choice Week (January 23-27, 2012), the National Alliance for Public Charter Schools would like to invite you to participate in National Visit a Public Charter School Day. National Visit a Public Charter School Day invites legislators, reporters, and community business leaders to tour high-quality public charter schools on Wednesday, January 25, 2012.

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December 30, 2011

Have you registered yet for the 19th Annual California Charter Schools Conference? Our New Year Discount Registration Deadline is coming up on Friday, Jan. 20, 2012.

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December 27, 2011

LA’s charter community will show our strength and raise our voices on Feb. 4 to make sure that our leaders put students first! We hope every charter school in LA will engage their parents, teachers and students to participate.

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December 27, 2011

Save the date for the next Los Angeles regional meeting! These meetings are a one-stop shop to get the most critical updates and connect with other charter leaders. RSVP today!

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December 22, 2011

Focusing on pre-authorization, this webinar provides an introduction to the legal guidelines and best practices for designing a governance structure that will successfully sustain your school.

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December 22, 2011

This webinar will help participants understand the required elements of a California charter school petition and the development process. This presentation provides an overview of the development process, breaks down the CDE regulations using everyday language and examples to provide developers with an outline of the topics that must defined in their charter petitions.

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December 16, 2011

On Saturday, Feb. 4, we hope that you and your school community will join local families, elected officials and the greater education reform community from across Los Angeles for: “Schools We Can Believe In” Citywide Rally for Excellent Schools. Call in this Thursday, Dec. 22 to find out more.

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December 15, 2011

Learn about a brand new cash flow loan program. Attend a webinar December 15, 16 or 21.

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December 14, 2011

CCSA offers a number of workshops to help member schools successfully access funds through the Public Charter School Grant Program, including these upcoming trainings.

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December 9, 2011

The planned Dec. 19 strategy session with LA Members has been postponed to after the New Year. We’ll let you know the new date as soon as possible!

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December 9, 2011

Dr. Fuller is an inspiring speaker and we are proud to host him in 2012!

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December 7, 2011

CCSA organizes regional charter leader meetings around the state three times a year. The next meetings will be held in late January and early February.

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December 7, 2011

We will be hosting more than 120 breakout sessions presented by charter school experts. Check them out and see how our annual conference can help you meet just about any challenge your school is facing.

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December 2, 2011

The Ryan Fellowship is looking for a group of the most accomplished teachers in the United States, with the highest leadership potential, to participate in a unique yearlong fellowship program preparing them to become principals ready to create student achievement-accelerating schools in Chicago, New York City, and Los Angeles. RSVP now for an info session in LA!

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December 1, 2011

Register now! You can use a purchase order number to lock in at low early bird rate, but the bill will not be due until the conference happens.

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December 1, 2011

Take advantage of the in person workshops with Myrna Castrejon, our Senior Vice President, Achievement and Performance Management

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November 29, 2011

Green Living Project (GLP) will be returning to Los Angeles on Dec. 8 for their 3rd Annual Los Angeles Film Premiere. Educators are invited a screening of several films about sustainability, as well as a mixer before the event.

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November 26, 2011

Learn how to navigate and manipulate the multipage template. The session provides expert instruction and a forum for questions and answers.

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November 26, 2011

This webinar will cover information on charter school funding sources for developers, with an emphasis on state and federal categorical programs.

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November 26, 2011

This webinar will cover the most common challenges that new charter leaders face when launching their school, from authorizer relations to business services.

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November 22, 2011

Me to We and Participant Media are excited to continue their partnership through an exclusive speaking tour based on the award-winning documentary, Waiting for “Superman.” Through an hour-long presentation designed for high-school students, using themes and clips from Waiting for “Superman” and an afternoon action-planning workshop for 30 students focused on issues awareness and leadership skill building, Me to We speakers explore the importance of and barriers to education across the world.

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November 18, 2011

CCSA is proud to co-host the last STAND UP meeting of the year with Sacramento Mayor, Kevin Johnson. The theme of the meeting is “Education is a Civil Right.” We’ll look back on the accomplishments of 2011 and preview the work that can be done in 2012.

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November 18, 2011

The Charter School Board Member Best Practices Summit at the 19th Annual California Charter Schools Conference & Advocacy Week will be a special one-day conference event on Tuesday, February 28, 2012.

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November 15, 2011

Aspire Public Schools was selected to run a new elementary in south Los Angeles in the second round of the LAUSD Public School Choice initiative. Aspire invites other local charters to join them in celebrating the grand opening of Juanita Tate Elementary this Saturday, including the dedication of a mural honoring the late community activist, Juanita Tate.

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November 12, 2011

This webcast will provide additional background information about Pre-ID for the 2012 administration of the Standardized Testing and Reporting (STAR) Program.

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November 4, 2011

Charter school law is filled with apparent inconsistencies - on one hand, charter schools must admit all students who wish to attend, and on the other, it must describe its “admissions requirements” within its charter. This free webinar will delve into these and other legal “mysteries” regarding the student outreach and admissions process.

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November 4, 2011

Whether you will be joining us by air, rail or carpooling with friends, we have provided all of the information you need.

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November 3, 2011

Join Teach Plus on Thursday, November 17, from 5 - 7:30 pm for an important conversation on the questions surrounding student growth measures with experts Noah Bookman, LAUSD Program and Policy Development Advisor, Dr. Rob Meyer, research professor and Director of the Value-Added Research Center at the University of Wisconsin, and Chris Bertelli, Executive Director at The College-Ready Promise. Free appetizers and beverages at the reception to follow!

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November 1, 2011

The Institute for the Study of Knowledge Management in Education is hosting its annual Big Ideas Fest, December 4-7, 2011, in Half Moon Bay, CA. This three-day gathering of the nation’s most creative makers and doers in education brings together champions across K-12, higher education, and informal learning, to participate in a truly unique interactive experience.

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October 28, 2011

Have a question or want to learn more about facilities options and solutions in California? These workshops from the Coalition for Adequate School Housing (CASH) and CCSA are for you!

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October 28, 2011

Since the Legislature will be in session during the conference,we expect the hotel blocks to sell out soon. So book today!

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October 25, 2011

You’re invited to a free screening and discussion of “American Teacher,” a documentary produced by The Teacher Salary Project on Nov. 1 in downtown Los Angeles.

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October 21, 2011

Why not take a moment recognize those teachers and volunteers that have risen to the top over the past year?

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October 19, 2011

On Oct. 27, Zocalo Public Square is hosting a free event featuring Steven Brill, who recently published a new book looking at a broad movement to cut through bureaucracy to improve our public schools.

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October 14, 2011

This intensive workshop led by experts and legal attorneys gives school leaders and their board members all the info they need to be effective stewards.

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October 14, 2011

Facilities workshop co-sponsored by the Coalition for Adequate School Housing (C.A.S.H.) and the California Charter Schools Association (CCSA) will assist charter schools in addressing critical facilities issues.

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October 14, 2011

ZOOM! schools have access to extensive FREE professional development webinar offerings. Open to any staff member at ZOOM! schools, all you have to do is RSVP!

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October 13, 2011

On October 14-16, Encore High School in Hesperia is hosting a theatre, dance, and song workshop with The Young Americans.

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October 13, 2011

Don’t forget about all the training opportunities coming up at the end of this month and next, including in-person governance and special education sessions!

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October 13, 2011

The ZOOM! team is holding two-day DataDirector trainings in both the Bay Area and Los Angeles within the next month.

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October 6, 2011

Workshops being held in Oakland and Los Angeles will give an update on state funds available for charters, provide a road map for successfully accessing state funding, and look ahead to future funding and programs for charter facilities.

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October 6, 2011

Charter leaders from Chico, Paradise, Nord, Forest Ranch and other communities in Butte County in participated in a luncheon hosted by the Butte County Office of Education (BCOE) to increase collaboration between BCOE and charter operators.

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October 6, 2011

I’ve had a lot of questions and info requests from member schools on special education issues. Even in the Valley, where we’ve had our first County Office of Education SELPA provide new special education options for charters.

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October 6, 2011

Make sure your board members don’t miss CCSA’s four-hour intensive governance training being offered here in LA on Oct. 19! From governance best practices to legal policy and ethics, this training has the info you need to be a good steward of your school.

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October 6, 2011

The Music Center is recognizing champions for arts education and is looking for nominations of teachers or schools that use art to inspiring learning by Oct. 15.

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October 6, 2011

Do you have questions about the research behind the Similar Students Measure (SSM) or the CCSA Accountability Framework? This is your opportunity to connect with the CCSA Accountability Team and ask those detailed questions.

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October 6, 2011

Do you need some help with PR, but don’t have the budget right now? Non-profit organizations can get help at the P

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October 1, 2011

Are you thinking about applying for Prop. 39? Don’t miss this opportunity to dialogue with LAUSD and get application tips!

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September 30, 2011

Calling interested charters from the Bay Area and surrounding Solano, Sonoma, Napa, Monterey, Santa Cruz, Contra Costa counties! Learn how a Special Education JPA can help your school.

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September 30, 2011

Get the details on the remaining regional meetings, plus an upcoming special education workshop presented by Fagen, Friedman & Fulfros, and a governance training presented by CCSA, MY&M and Procopio.

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September 29, 2011

The Los Angeles Regional Charter Leaders meeting is set for Tuesday, Oct. 11 at Vaughn Next Century Learning Center in San Fernando. Look forward to networking and key updates on local issues - we want to hear from you!

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September 28, 2011

Have you submitted a proposal yet to present a breakout session at the 19th Annual California Charter Schools Conference? If not, time is running out!

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September 28, 2011

Are you new to special education? Or are you perhaps familiar with the basics and now want to know more about becoming a Local Education Agency (LEA) for special education? Don’t miss our Special Education 101 and 201 webinars, where you can learn about a variety of topics to help your school improve access to and outcomes from services for students with special needs.

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September 28, 2011

CCSA is offering several workshops for school developers in October including: “State Budget Update,” “The 16 (plus) Elements of a Charter” and “Building your School’s Founding Team.”

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September 28, 2011

Bob Farran, former Director of the Southwest SELPA, is leading two workshops on special education, touching on best practices in intervention, referrals and services and IEP implementation. This event will be held at Vaughn Learning Center in San Fernando.

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September 28, 2011

Do you have questions about the research behind the SSM or the CCSA Accountability Framework? This is your opportunity to connect with the CCSA Accountability Team and ask those detailed questions.

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September 26, 2011

With apologies, we have decided to temporarily postpone the Watsonville regional meeting that was scheduled for tomorrow, Sept. 27, at the Watsonville Public Library.

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September 23, 2011

Teachers get in free for select Sundays in October to “Freedom’s Sisters” at the Museum of Tolerance. This multimedia exhibition celebrates 20 African American women who helped shape the spirit and substance of the Civil rights Movement. Find out more about the youth programs, essay contest and how to set up a field trip.

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September 23, 2011

Legal experts will be holding their first “Office Hours” session for this year’s Prop. 39 applicants on Tuesday September 27, 2011. If you have any questions about your application, or want more information on resources, and templates, register to join the session today!

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September 23, 2011

Join Sacramento area public school advocates for this STAND UP monthly meeting focusing on school choice.

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September 22, 2011

The Los Angeles Regional Charter Leaders meeting is set for Tuesday, Oct. 11 at Vaughn Next Century Learning Center in San Fernando. Look forward to networking and key updates on local issues - we want to hear from you!

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September 22, 2011

Have questions about professional liability insurance? Want to know who you should call if you have a problem? Take full advantage of your Charter Employee Services (CES) benefits plan by attending a quick and user-friendly 45-minute webinar!

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September 19, 2011

The California Charter School Governance Academy is a free, four hour intensive workshop designed to help school leaders and governing board members increase their knowledge of their ethical and legal obligations as stewards of public institutions. Sign up today for a workshop near you!

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September 6, 2011

CCSA is offering four webinars for school developers this September. All are free to members.

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September 6, 2011

Calling all LA-area students for the College Fair Extraordinaire - talk to university reps from across the country and find scholarship and volunteer opportunities at this free event!

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September 6, 2011

Classroom educators, share your story on the Teacher Wall - a place where teachers from across the country can meet to celebrate their successes, share their stories and talk about education.

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September 1, 2011

Prop. 39 application deadline, Fall Regional Meeting dates, and your last chance to take advantage of the Summer Registration Special on the 19th Annual California Charter Schools Conference.

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September 1, 2011

It’s hard to believe, but Fall Regional Meetings are coming up fast. During this meeting, we look forward to collecting your input for CCSA’s 2012 legislative priorities. We will also discuss region-specific challenges and solutions.

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September 1, 2011

The Higher Education Summit for Foster Youth is an event designed to motivate current foster youth in Santa Clara County to pursue higher education is scheduled for later this month.

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September 1, 2011

There are just a few more days for you to take advantage of the best deal you will be able to get all year on registration for the 19th Annual California Charter Schools Conference.

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September 1, 2011

Since 2011 has been such an outstanding year for school choice across the country, we are trying to unite and expand our movement with #schoolchoicefacts day.

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August 29, 2011

Attend a quick, 45 minute webinar on Charter Employee Services and be entered into a drawing to receive a scholarship to cover full registration to the 19th Annual California Charter Schools Conference in Sacramento!

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August 25, 2011

The Town Hall will provide charter operators with the LAUSD staff perspective of the Prop. 39 process, and will address typical challenges and issues occasionally arising from application submittal, as well as tips to avoid such pitfalls.

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August 23, 2011

LAUSD is close to completion of the ARRA funds projects for charter schools. One of the few remaining projects was the Medi-cal billing service for charters. A vendor has been selected and charters have the opportunity to access these services at no cost. In order to learn about the services, and receive information on how to access the services, come to one of two separate dinners being held this week.

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August 23, 2011

Freedom’s Sisters is a multimedia exhibition that celebrates 20 African American women, including historic 19th-century figures and contemporary leaders, who helped shape the spirit and substance of the Civil rights Movement in America.

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August 19, 2011

Do you love the conference but wish YOU could have a hand in selecting the sessions? Here is your opportunity!

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August 19, 2011

Schools, help build community relationships while giving participants a firsthand look at the daily challenges and opportunities of being an Oakland charter school principal.

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August 19, 2011

Principals, assistant principals, and district/CMO leaders thinking about principal professional development and school leadership teams are invited.

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August 12, 2011

Get the details and register today! Also inside… two local stories you definitely want to read.

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August 12, 2011

Hard to believe, but Fall Regional Meetings are coming up fast.

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August 12, 2011

Regional meetings are coming up soon - plus a congratulations to Grimmway Academy in Bakersfield!

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August 12, 2011

Mark your calendars today! Agenda, online registration and region-specific content coming soon.

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August 12, 2011

You know summer is coming to a close when we start planning fall regional meetings!

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August 4, 2011

Answer the call! Submit your proposal for the 19th Annual California Charter Schools Conference, and take advantage of our “summer special” registration rate, now!

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August 1, 2011

Are you trying to get positive media coverage of your school, reach out to families or raise your profile in the community? Get tips and inspiration with our free Communications 101 Workshop in Los Angeles!

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July 29, 2011

CCSA is offering a rock bottom flat rate of just $250 for Association members who register for the 19th Annual California Charter Schools Conference by Friday, September 9, 2011. This rate is $125 less than the Super Early Bird Registration Rate, which is normally the best deal you can receive.

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July 26, 2011

Make sure you are ready when the new DataDirector debuts with this preview of the more streamlined user interface, enhancements, and new features.

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July 21, 2011

CCSA is hosting a webinar on Aug. 18 to provide developers with a preview of the Public Charter Schools Grant Program (PCSGP) application requirements as well as the areas of overlap between the application and the charter petition. Free to members.

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July 21, 2011

Los Angeles charter school administrators and teachers are invited to attend a free two-day summit on special education. There is no cost for all qualifying LAUSD Charter Schools with $100 stipends available to certified teachers and $75 for paraprofessionals.

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July 7, 2011

The National Charter School Resource Centeris hosting a webinar July 20 featuring Danny Corwin, CCSA Vice President of Development. The topic is Exploring Funding Opportunities for Charter Schools

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June 20, 2011

Will you be in Atlanta for the 2011 National Charter Schools Conference this week? Be sure to swing by the exhibit hall to meet some CCSA vendor members. For instance, meet up with the friendly folks from Hertz Furniture who are raffling off a trip to Hawaii!

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June 20, 2011

The next session will cover what you need to know about incorporating as a nonprofit public benefit corporation, as well as best practices and compliancy for a Charter School’s Tax Exempt Status.

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June 13, 2011

Have you always wanted to meet a President of the United States? Here’s your chance!

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June 13, 2011

Seeking renewal of your charter? Don’t forget this important date: September 15. And be sure to attend the upcoming webinar series created just for you.

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