Public Charter Schools
Charter schools are public schools that operate with freedom from many of the regulations that apply to traditional public schools but agree to greater accountability.
Charter schools are public and tuition-free schools authorized by the New Hampshire State Board of Education. Charter schools provide a choice for parents and students seeking an option to traditional public schools.
Public charter schools are created and governed by an independent board of trustees. Charter schools operate independently from many of the rules and regulations that apply to local school districts.
The focus of each public charter school is unique and based on the educational needs and interests of a particular community. Charter schools have the flexibility to choose innovative, educational strategies that will best help students meet their academic potential. Charter schools tend to offer a small class size.
Public charter schools are granted a "charter" for a term of five years. The school's "charter" outlines the mission statement, educational program, student achievement goals and objectives, methods of assessment and measures of success. Charter schools are held accountable for meeting academic, financial, organizational and programmatic goals and objectives as outlined in its charter.
2023 Leadership Best Practices Conference Coming Soon!
This year, the New Hampshire Department of Education's Office of Charter Schools and the New Hampshire Alliance for Public Charter Schools are coming together to host a leadership best practices conference. This two-day event will bring together school leaders and board members from across the state, representin every charter school in New Hampshire. Please visit the Best Practices Conference webpage for more information about this event!
- Approved Public Charter Schools
- Charter School Authorization
- Charter School Renewal Process
- Charter School Reporting and Accountability Requirements
- Closed Charter Schools
- Federal Funds
- Fiscal Agent Requirements
- Resources and Links
- Previous Trainings and Conference Materials
- Peer Reviewer Application
Contact
Tal Bayer
Charter School Administrator
Division of Education Analytics and Resources
Talmage.H.Bayer@doe.nh.gov
(603) 271-8049