Launch Year Manual
This comprehensive manual was created as a follow up to the New School Checklist. This new resource dives much more in-depth into the various aspects of opening a new school and the variety of topics that school leaders and governing boards need to think about and prepare for in order to have a successful school opening. The document provides narratives around the various aspects of opening a school such as:
- Governance Structure
- Policies and Compliance
- Student Recruitment and Enrollment
- Facilities and Operations
- Health and Safety
- Financial Management
- Hiring and Employee Management
- Curriculum & Instruction
- Food and Transportation Services
At the end of the manual, readers will find an updated checklist to use for starting a new school.
Downloads:
- 2025 Launch Year Manual.pdf (PDF •15.1MB File Size)