Topics in this month’s newsletter:

♦ From the Desk of Susie Miller Carello | Teaching for Thinking: Helping Students Learn Deeply in Every Classroom

♦ Accepting Applications: FCI Financial Fellowship
FCI announces the launch of a new statewide leadership program to develop the next generation of charter school financial executives.

♦ Featured Article | Teaching That Sticks: Bringing Rosenshine’s “Principles of Instruction” Into the AI Era (and Why It’s Especially Powerful for Students with Disabilities)

♦ FCI Insights | The Science of Math: What does cognitive science tell us about learning math?

♦ Professional Learning Workshops – December 4-5, Miami
Teach Like a Champion

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Topics in this month’s newsletter:

♦ From the Desk of Susie Miller Carello
The Unsung Heroes of Charter School Success: Finance Leaders
A reflection on the critical role financial leadership plays in advancing student outcomes and school sustainability.

♦ Now Open: FCI Financial Fellowship
FCI announces the launch of a new statewide leadership program to develop the next generation of charter school financial executives.

♦ Featured Research Insight
New Study Shows Smarter Uses for Florida’s Underutilized School Buildings
How repurposing underused district facilities can expand access to quality charter schools.

♦ FCI Insights
Creating Learning Teams and Prioritizing Growth
How professional learning communities strengthen instructional practice and teacher development.

♦ November 3 Professional Learning Workshops – Miami
Science of Reading with Teach Like a Champion
Science of Math with FCI Educate

♦ Upcoming Webinars
Practical sessions on E-Rate strategy, teacher retention, and applying to open a charter school with Miami Dade College.

This month’s issue highlights how Florida’s charter schools continue to grow stronger through collaboration, leadership, and evidence-based practice.

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Topics in this month’s newsletter:

• A clear breakdown of the new grading scale requirements for high schools, combination schools, and districts—and what it takes to maintain or achieve an “A” under the new thresholds.
• Practical guidance for school and instructional leaders on strengthening instructional feedback, diagnosing root causes of performance concerns, and tightening areas like curriculum implementation and subgroup achievement.
• Tools to help schools better track data and focus efforts, especially for the lowest 25% of students, to ensure no group is left behind.
• Upcoming opportunities for professional development, including workshops and webinars to build content knowledge, leadership capacity, and instructional practices.
• New resources from FCI, including the Families Page, designed to help parents better understand charter options and support student success.

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Topics in this month’s newsletter:

• From the desk of our Executive Director, Susie Miller Carello | Importance of Strong Board Governance
• Setting the Tone: Building Strong Governing Board–School Leader Partnerships
• Professional Development Programs, featuring our Finance & Business Leaders Networking Summit and Governance Conference
• Job Opportunities: Job Seekers and Recruiters
• FCI On The Move: Our Team In Action

 

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“Don’t spin your wheels and stress. Take a deep breathe, center yourself and make a plan”

-Douglas Adams in “The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy”

Topics in this month’s newsletter:

• Charter Ready: How Florida Schools Are Laying the Foundation for a Strong Year – Feature Article
• Grow Your Potential: A dedicated section in FCI Connect designed to help educators access professional learning opportunities. Find webinars and tools for a successful start to the school year.
• Voices of FCI: Hear from Susie Miller Carello, Executive Director of FCI, as she shares her thoughts on setting the tone for a successful year.
• Distinguished Fellow Spotlight: Carlos Gonzalez, Director of Schools at Hive Prep
• Additional Resources: Curated tools and materials to support your planning and preparation

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