Planning & Launching
What We Offer
Charter Application Training
Opening the doors on a new charter school starts with getting approval from an authorizer. The FCI-Support team helps you navigate this step in a way that satisfies the requirements of those who are charged with upholding charter school quality while also creating a touchstone to guide the formation of your new school. The training covers basics of charter school laws in Florida and walks through each section of the charter application and issues to consider while developing a charter application.
Launch Year Training and Collaborative Sessions
Specifically for Florida schools and greared towards schools opening in the upcoming August, this comprehensive training series prepares for a successful opening once a school has an approved charter. The online course posts weekly videos about timely topics you should be considering along your journey to open your school, and hosts monthly live calls to brainstorm and discuss issues with other people also opening schools in coming months.
New Operator Training
FCI-Support will be collaborates with the Florida Department of Education and experts in the field to make the statutorily-mandated training for new operators available online in May each year.
Resources & Templates
From checklists for new schools to sample policy manuals, the FCI-Support Team’s library contains invaluable resources to get your school started on the right foot.
Planning & Launching
How to Navigate Your Charter Renewal: Tips for a Successful Outcome!
August 13, 2021If you have a charter school in operation, then it is time to consider your renewal! Whether you have just …
Read moreNew Updated Sample Policy Manual & How it Impacts Your School
June 8, 2021The Charter Support Unit has had a sample policy manual available for schools to use since 2013. A new version …
Read moreMaking Your Vision a Reality: Best Practices in Designing your Own Charter School
May 4, 2021Opening a school is a monumental task and often requires the expertise of many individuals, working as a team. Often …
Read morePayroll Math and Salary Schedules
March 10, 2021As we prepare to make plans for next school year, it is time to start considering salaries. Florida statute requires …
Read moreCharter School as Employer. HR Dos and Don’ts
March 10, 2021Charter School Administrators are not just educational leaders, but also human resource leaders. What exactly does that mean? Join us …
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How can we help your school?
We’re here…because we’ve been there. The FCI-Support team of consultants is eager to share what we’ve learned from developing, leading, and growing schools. Turn to us for tested strategies and tools collected from some of the country’s most successful charter school leaders and advocates.