May 2008 Events

The Institute is sponsoring three important events this month. Don't miss your chance to participate! R.S.V.P. today!

Second Annual Renewal Recognition Ceremony

Tuesday, May 6th, 2008
SUNY College of Optometry
3 p.m. - 5 p.m.

The Renewal Recognition Ceremony was designed to honor those schools that have achieved the highest level of renewal the State University Trustees can bestow: a full-term, five-year

renewal without conditions. This year, we are pleased to recognize the following SUNY authorized charter schools:

• Bronx Charter School for Better Learning
• Brooklyn Excelsior Charter School
• Family Life Academy Charter School
• Harlem Village Academy Charter School
• King Center Charter School
• KIPP S.T.A.R. College Prep Charter School

Please join us in wishing them all continued progress and success as they work to build the case for their next charter renewal!

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Please R.S.V.P. online, or call 518/433-8277, ext. 2046 by Wednesday, April 30, 2008

Videoconference on Student Discipline/Parent Complaints

Friday, May 16th, 2008
New York City * Albany * Buffalo
10 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.

This videoconference is designed to provide information and address questions regarding the often related topics of student discipline and parent complaints. In some cases, school discipline or complaint policies may need to be updated; in others, the school's actual practices may need adjustment to comply with state and federal law. We want to ensure that all SUNY authorized charter schools have the information they need in order to properly handle common discipline issues and complaints/grievances. Time will also be allotted to answer your questions.

This videoconference is intended for school board members, school leaders and school staff with responsibilities related to student behavior/discipline.

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Please R.S.V.P. online, or call 518/433-8277, ext. 2042 by Friday, May 9, 2008.

Forum on High School Accountability
*For SUNY authorized charter high schools and those schools planning to grow to offer high school grades

Wednesday, May 21st, 2008
SUNY College of Optometry
10 a.m. - 1 p.m.

As SUNY authorized charter schools continue to add grades at the high school level and new charter high schools are approved, the challenge of maintaining effective accountability across all grades has been a priority topic of discussion. The Institute is seeking your input and insights as we work to develop new Accountability Plan guidelines for high schools. This Forum is an opportunity to learn from those who are undertaking this work now - exploring which assessments are used, how data are collected, and graduation and post-secondary expectations - as well as to brainstorm about new ideas for moving forward with others who are just beginning these efforts.

Ths Forum is designed for school board members, school leaders and staff with accountability/assessment responsibilities.

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Please R.S.V.P. online, or call 518/433-8277, ext. 2046 by Friday, May 16, 2008