2026 Proposals to Establish New Charter Schools
The SUNY Charter Schools Institute (the “Institute”), on behalf of the State University of New York Board of Trustees (the “SUNY Trustees”), in its capacity as a charter authorizer, has received the following applications in response to the 2026 SUNY Request for Proposals (“RFP”) by the April 15, 2026 deadline. A proposed school’s appearance on the list below does not indicate that the SUNY Trustees have approved or will approve the proposed application.
| Proposed Location | Proposed School Name | Grades Year 1 | Grades Year 5 | Enrollment Year 1 | Enrollment Year 2 | Planned Opening Date | Name of Applicant | Public Contact Information | CMO / Partner Organization |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rochester City School District | Bellavista Charter School of the Arts | 7-8 | 7-12 | 150 | 550 | August 2027 | Dr. Oscia Miles | Dr. Oscia Miles 585-978-6118 [email protected] | N/A |