Miami Dade College (MDC) is excited to announce the launch of its inaugural charter school authorization process. As one of Florida’s premier higher education institutions, MDC has been approved by the state to sponsor public charter schools—providing new opportunities for high-quality educational innovation and choice for Miami’s K-12 students. MDC, in partnership with the Florida […]
Miami Dade College (MDC) is excited to announce the launch of its inaugural charter school authorization process. As one of Florida’s premier higher education institutions, MDC has been approved by the state to sponsor public charter schools—providing new opportunities for high-quality educational innovation and choice for Miami’s K-12 students. MDC, in partnership with the Florida […]
The Florida Charter Institute, in partnership with the Center for Autism & Related Disabilities (CARD), invites you to join an informative session focused on strengthening collaboration and classroom practices that support students with Autism. During this session, participants will: Learn about the range of services and supports provided by CARD. Explore practical classroom strategies for […]
Common sense leadership lessons for current and aspiring school principals. About the Author: Mr. Jorge A. Rivas has been an educator for over 38 years in both the public and charter school networks. He began his career as a high school teacher in Miami, Florida, and has served in various roles throughout his career. In […]
Engaging students in the learning process not only boosts attention and critical thinking but also creates more meaningful learning experiences. At the same time, student agency – often reduced to voice and choice – goes much further: it empowers learning to take ownership, recognize their needs, and advocate for their success in and out of […]
The Miami Dade College (MDC) School of Education invites principals, aspiring teachers, substitutes, and current educators seeking certification to an informative session focused on the pathways and resources available to launch or advance a career in teaching. This presentation will provide a clear overview of MDC’s diverse certification programs, supportive services, and professional development opportunities […]
Every classroom deserves reliable, high-speed internet—but for many schools, the cost of staying connected can be a challenge. The E-Rate Program, a federal initiative administered by the FCC, helps schools dramatically reduce expenses for internet access, Wi-Fi networks, and related technology infrastructure. Yet despite its benefits, E-Rate can feel complicated or out of reach for […]
Presented by: Dr. Teandria Callins and Latisha Knighten, Language & Literacy Academy for Learning, Inc. Medicaid can be an invaluable—yet often underutilized—funding source for charter schools serving students with disabilities. This session demystifies the Medicaid billing process and equips school leaders with the knowledge they need to confidently navigate eligibility, documentation, and reimbursement. Participants will […]
On January 5, Pasco-Hernando State College (PHSC), in partnership with the Florida Charter Schools Institute, will host an informational webinar to provide an overview of and answer questions about its Request for Proposals (RFP) for opening and operating a charter school on a PHSC campus. The webinar will summarize PHSC’s role as a higher education […]
Navigating a crisis can be extremely intimidating for many educators. This session is designed to prepare school personnel on any level for the inevitable crash out that may occur within schools, this training reflects the 3 most common phases of a crisis: pre-crash out planning, crash out response and post-crash out activities. It’s important that […]
At Cognia, we believe that every institution, regardless of current performance, has the potential to grow and improve. This session will explore how Cognia’s accreditation is more than a status; it’s a dynamic, continuous improvement journey. Participants will gain a clear understanding of how the process, spanning the Self-Assessment, Accreditation Engagement Review, and Progress Report, […]
