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Member Benefits and Services
"Focus on Charter School Achievement"
Be part of an organization that represents high standards for student achievement in public charter schools. There are many benefits to membership with the Colorado League of Charter Schools. The League offers a myriad of services to help charter schools and their students succeed.
For more information, please contact Kelly Grable (kgrable@coloradoleague.org) at 303-989-5356, ext. 107.
Professional Growth
The League connects its members with peers and other professionals dedicated to creating excellent educational opportunities for Colorado’s youth. League members have access to a team of talented professionals, trainings, workshops, roundtables, and networking opportunities such as the annual Colorado Charter Schools Conference, and Board Retreat. Click here to view professional growth opportunities and other events.
Legislative Advocacy
The League proactively advocates on behalf of the state's charter schools to the Colorado General Assembly. The League’s Legislative Advocacy team also plays a role in influencing Colorado Department of Education and State Board of Education programs and rulings. In addition, the League partners with the National Alliance for Public Charter Schools to help influence Federal education policies. Click here for more information.
Cost Savings on Purchases
The League offers its members supply chain savings through group purchasing contracts with product and service vendors who recognize the collective buying power of the League’s membership. The online vendor guide connects members with a wide variety of suppliers that are dedicated to serving the Colorado charter school market. Click here for more information.
Help Desk
League members are provided access to help desk support on a variety of charter school-related topics. Members are encouraged to contact the League with inquiries at 303-989-5356 or via email at helpdesk@coloradoleague.org.
Performance Management Support
The League assists member schools and their authorizers in setting goals, measuring results, and implementing data management and assessment strategies. The League also provides joint procurement and trainings related to data management practices and systems. Click here for more information.
Information and Resources
The League offers its members an array of written resources related to charter schools including: best practices, funding information, sample documents, and more.
Research
The League maintains an active research agenda that informs school leaders, parents, students, authorizers, and the general public about charter school performance and impact in Colorado. In addition, the League assists in conducting national level research informing best practices and analyzing new methods of assessing student performance. Click here for more information.
Important Connections
The League provides members access to important connections such as parent referrals, a job postings website, teacher employment fairs, and more. The League also works with the U.S. and Colorado Departments of Education on behalf of the charter school movement, and facilitates regional meetings where charter school leaders and educators can network with their peers.
Discounts on Fee-Based Professional Services
League members receive discounts on conferences and workshops, and other fee-based professional services.
Frequently Asked Questions about League Membership
What is the Colorado League of Charter Schools?
The Colorado League of Charter Schools is a non-profit 501(c)(3) membership association dedicated to supporting the charter schools in the state. The League is committed to helping these schools reach higher levels of student performance and overall success by providing information and resources, including technical support, advocacy, public relations assistance, and much more.
Who can become a member of the League?
All charter schools in Colorado can become members of the League, provided that they meet eligibility requirements established by the League’s Board of Directors. Membership with the League reflects an individual charter school’s alignment with the League’s dedication to reaching high levels of student achievement. Currently, over 95% of Colorado charter schools choose to be members of the League.
How can my school apply for membership with the League?
In the beginning of each academic year, the League mails out notices that extend membership opportunities to new and existing charter schools. Each school is asked to complete a membership form and submit it to the League along with payment for their annual dues.
How are membership dues determined for each school?
Each charter school is charged $4.50 per FTE student as determined by the Colorado Department of Education’s pupil count conducted in October of each academic year. Click here to learn more about the League's membership dues, including how they are used.
Does the League offer any programs/services for developing charter schools?
The League offers guidance and technical assistance for developing charter school groups. The League provides direction and training on topics such as charter application reviews, contract negotiations, and general start up support. All services are provided in accordance with the League’s Quality Standards for Developing Charter Schools. Click here for more information about the League's New School Development and Replication services.
WHAT THE LEAGUE IS NOT...
The League does not approve or regulate the activities and practices of charter schools. Charter schools are approved by their authorizer and oversight is provided by both the authorizer and the state.