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
ESE 101
March 10, 2021This webinar focused on the charter school’s responsibilities for accommodating the needs of ESE students, as well as how to …
Read moreESE Implementation: School and District Collaboration
March 10, 2021A collaborative relationship between charter school and district is key to ensuring quality services for exceptional students. Understanding the roles, …
Read moreESE Inclusionary Practices
March 10, 2021Interested in making your school more inclusive? Charter schools are committed to providing exceptional public education. In line with a …
Read moreESE Service Delivery Models
March 10, 2021A single type of service or service delivery can’t be expected to adequately meet the needs of all the exceptional …
Read moreFinding staff with Teachers-Teachers.com
March 10, 2021Teachers-Teachers.com is contracted by the FLDOE to provide its service/website for FREE to all Florida Charter Schools. With currently more …
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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.