The 2025 A-GAME Award Gala was an unforgettable evening of inspiration, connection, and celebration. Held during the A-GAME Convening in Atlanta, the event brought together visionary authorizers and partner organizations who are leading the way in redefining charter school accountability. With a red carpet welcome, elegant atmosphere, and a powerful spirit of gratitude, the gala…
Thank you to everyone who stopped by Booth #606, joined us in a session, or simply said hello in the hallway during NCSC25! Whether you joined us at the Board & Authorizer Homeroom, attended one of our panels, or just popped into the photo booth for a moment of fun—we loved connecting with you. We…
Orlando, FL | June 29 – July 2 When we boarded our flights to Orlando for the National Charter Schools Conference (NCSC25), our team carried more than just luggage. We brought a mission to guide us: Bold by Choice. This mantra sets the tone for everything we do. It reflects how we show up for…
Thank you for starting your day with us at the Board and Authorizer Homeroom at NCSC25! It was a pleasure to connect and engage with leaders like you—people who know and care that chartering is more than policy. It’s a promise we are proving together. We hope you gained bold ideas, wise questions, and new…
Jim Goenner, President and CEO of the National Charter Schools Institute, emphasized the importance of charter schools as a choice among choices, highlighting their role in disrupting traditional public education. He stressed the need for authorizers to shift from being seen as regulators to guardians of opportunity and stewards of possibility. Goenner called for a…
This presentation highlights some of our partners who are authorizers Changing the Arc of Education through personalizing education. Speakers emphasize the need for flexibility in curriculum to address students’ diverse needs and the necessity of eliminating bureaucratic hurdles to better serve students. Jim Goenner, Ph.D., discusses the transformative power of education and the challenges of…
This presentation highlights some of our partners who are authorizers Changing the Arc of Education through personalizing education. Speakers emphasize the need for flexibility in curriculum to address students’ diverse needs and the necessity of eliminating bureaucratic hurdles to better serve students. Jim Goenner, Ph.D., discusses the transformative power of education and the challenges of…
Adjust practices for changing times. While school buildings are closed, teaching, learning and leading continued. How should boards or management companies adjust their practices to reflect an environment where most of what the school leader does is accomplished remotely? Learn some tips and tricks from Stephanie Hargens and Mark Weinberg to ensure your evaluation process…
Now is the time to ensure board members are focused on ensuring next school year’s budget supports the strategic direction of the school. Join us for this session of the Board Network Governing for Greatness series where we’ll dive deeper into questions from last month. Join Fulton Breen, Senior Director, Afton Parners, and Mary Bradley,…
Effective boards prepare a financial plan to ensure a school’s mission will be met and take the time to regularly evaluate their school’s financial performance. Join Institute President & CEO, Dr. Jim Goenner, and Charter School Business Management Inc., Founder & CEO, Raj Thakkar, as they discuss how boards can provide sound fiscal oversight and keep…
https://nationalcharterschools.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/5-Insights-Boards-Need-to-Know-Packet.pdf
The 2025 A-GAME Award Gala was an unforgettable evening of inspiration, connection, and celebration. Held during the A-GAME Convening in Atlanta, the event brought together visionary authorizers and partner organizations who are leading the way in redefining charter school accountability. With a red carpet welcome, elegant atmosphere, and a powerful spirit of gratitude, the gala…
Thank you to everyone who stopped by Booth #606, joined us in a session, or simply said hello in the hallway during NCSC25! Whether you joined us at the Board & Authorizer Homeroom, attended one of our panels, or just popped into the photo booth for a moment of fun—we loved connecting with you. We…
Orlando, FL | June 29 – July 2 When we boarded our flights to Orlando for the National Charter Schools Conference (NCSC25), our team carried more than just luggage. We brought a mission to guide us: Bold by Choice. This mantra sets the tone for everything we do. It reflects how we show up for…
Thank you for starting your day with us at the Board and Authorizer Homeroom at NCSC25! It was a pleasure to connect and engage with leaders like you—people who know and care that chartering is more than policy. It’s a promise we are proving together. We hope you gained bold ideas, wise questions, and new…
Jim Goenner, President and CEO of the National Charter Schools Institute, emphasized the importance of charter schools as a choice among choices, highlighting their role in disrupting traditional public education. He stressed the need for authorizers to shift from being seen as regulators to guardians of opportunity and stewards of possibility. Goenner called for a…
This presentation highlights some of our partners who are authorizers Changing the Arc of Education through personalizing education. Speakers emphasize the need for flexibility in curriculum to address students’ diverse needs and the necessity of eliminating bureaucratic hurdles to better serve students. Jim Goenner, Ph.D., discusses the transformative power of education and the challenges of…
This presentation highlights some of our partners who are authorizers Changing the Arc of Education through personalizing education. Speakers emphasize the need for flexibility in curriculum to address students’ diverse needs and the necessity of eliminating bureaucratic hurdles to better serve students. Jim Goenner, Ph.D., discusses the transformative power of education and the challenges of…
Adjust practices for changing times. While school buildings are closed, teaching, learning and leading continued. How should boards or management companies adjust their practices to reflect an environment where most of what the school leader does is accomplished remotely? Learn some tips and tricks from Stephanie Hargens and Mark Weinberg to ensure your evaluation process…
Now is the time to ensure board members are focused on ensuring next school year’s budget supports the strategic direction of the school. Join us for this session of the Board Network Governing for Greatness series where we’ll dive deeper into questions from last month. Join Fulton Breen, Senior Director, Afton Parners, and Mary Bradley,…
Effective boards prepare a financial plan to ensure a school’s mission will be met and take the time to regularly evaluate their school’s financial performance. Join Institute President & CEO, Dr. Jim Goenner, and Charter School Business Management Inc., Founder & CEO, Raj Thakkar, as they discuss how boards can provide sound fiscal oversight and keep…
https://nationalcharterschools.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/5-Insights-Boards-Need-to-Know-Packet.pdf
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