This one-day workshop, designed for COOs, Directors of Operations, Project Managers, Office Managers, and anyone supporting with school operations, will immerse participants in best practices for creating and implementing standard operating procedures. SchoolOps trainings support leaders by building skills like creating a school culture of standard operating procedures, managing time and tasks effectively across teams, and building project plans […]
FCI Leadership Cohort Meetings bring together charter school leaders with shared roles or school models to connect, collaborate, and learn from one another. These gatherings provide opportunities for peer discussion, practical insights from experts, and meaningful conversations that support strong schools and student success. The North Florida Regional Cohort meeting will be bringing together […]
The Florida Charter Institute is hosting a Conversion Charter School Meeting for professional development and networking with like-minded leaders navigating similar challenges. It's easy to put these opportunities aside for "more pressing" tasks, but connecting with others doing the same work can lighten your load. We’re here to support you. Register Here
As spring approaches, charter schools should begin planning next year’s budget. A strong budgeting process helps school leaders allocate resources wisely, manage risk, and build financial stability. In this webinar, you’ll learn practical budgeting best practices to support confident decision-making and long-term sustainability. Register Here
The Classical Education Summit is a premier gathering uniting K-12 and higher education leaders to advance classical education’s growth from kindergarten through graduate school. A statewide network of teachers, school leaders, scholars, researchers, policy makers, and supporters who believe education should aim at wisdom, not test scores. While K-12 classical schools in Florida experience remarkable […]
The Charter Advisory Committee will be reviewing the two charter applications that were received from the most recent Request for Proposals. Meeting Agenda: Call To Order Approval of Minutes Conflict of Interest Disclosure Items for Consideration Overview of Reviewer Process Staff Summary and Recommendations Charter Application Presentations Next Steps Announcements Public Comment Adjournment
On September 19 2026, the Florida Charter Institute will host the sixth annual Florida Charter School Governance Conference on the campus of Cornerstone Charter Academy in Belle Isle. This conference event will focus on serving the needs of Charter School Governing Board Members throughout the state of Florida. The Florida Charter Institute will be hosting a webinar […]
The Florida Charter Institute is proud to partner with the Florida Department of Education to host a McKinney-Vento Overview session. The McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act is a federal law that ensures students experiencing homelessness have immediate access to school, stability, and essential services, including transportation and free meals. This session will provide an overview of […]
Join Dr. Karen Peck from State College of Florida Collegiate Schools for a closer look at the collegiate charter school model and how it is reshaping the high school experience. In this session, Dr. Peck will share how students can graduate with both a high school diploma and an Associate’s Degree through full dual enrollment […]
With so many AI tools flooding the market, school leaders need a clear framework for evaluating what’s worth their time and budget. This session gives leaders practical criteria to assess any AI tool before they buy or commit. Join Marlee Strawn, Co-Founder & Head of Education of Scholar Education, for insights and best practices. […]
Leading for Learning: The Power of Studying Student Work Instructional Leadership Workshop This three-day workshop, designed for principals, deans of instruction/curriculum, and instructional coaches, will immerse participants in a coaching model that ensures student learning lives at the forefront of instructional coaching and decision making. Leaders will deep dive into student work analysis and follow up, as […]
As charter school leaders, we are responsible for navigating Florida’s accountability system while ensuring our students and schools are set up for success. A+ Sunshine brings clarity to one of the most complex aspects of our work: state assessments and school grades. This session offers a straightforward look at Florida’s assessment and accountability landscape, including […]
