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Jan
17
2023
New York City Charter School of the Arts excelling with integrated arts program
In The Press
One New York middle school is beating the odds. Students at New York City Charter School of the Arts are excelling despite what many call the “COVID education gap.” What sets them apart from other schools? Their unique arts-integrated program takes a ...
Jan
04
2023
2023 Request for Proposals Draft for Public Comment – Round 1 Cycle
Institute News
The SUNY Charter Schools Institute (the “Institute”) announces the release of the draft of the 2023 SUNY Request for Proposals (“RFP”) to open new charter schools in New York State. The New York Charter Schools Act of 1998 (as amended, the “Act”) requires ...
Dec
15
2022
New SUNY Charter Schools Institute White Paper Explores Accelerated Learning Promising Practices
Institute News
The SUNY Charter Schools Institute today announced the release of its latest white paper, “Accelerated Learning in Practice: Promising Practices from the SUNY Charter Schools’ 2021-22 School Visit Season.” The paper is authored by Institute team members ...
Nov
16
2022
School Spotlight: Finn Academy Charter School
Institute News
As the 15 or so 2nd Grade scholars scampered, pen and paper in hand, into the (unused) locker room on the 2nd floor of Finn Academy Charter School, they were greeted by a support staff member dressed in an inflatable dinosaur costume. After some welcoming ...
Nov
16
2022
Experiential Learning with Kristie Swanson, Finn Academy Charter School
Institute News
Kristie Swanson, Experiential Learning Coordinator at Finn Academy Charter School, joins the More Great Seats for Kids podcast to discuss introducing hands-on activities in the classroom to connect academic learning to real-world situations and build ...
Oct
25
2022
Attention NYC Charter Schools: NYC Mayor Adam Extends Local State of Emergency
Institute News
On Saturday, October 22, NYC Mayor Eric Adams issued Executive Order 242, extending the local state of emergency in New York City, and allowing NYC charter schools to continue operating under pandemic-era rules regarding board meetings. As a result, ...
Oct
18
2022
School Spotlight: Designing a New Facility, Addressing Unfinished Learning with Central Queen Academy’s Ashish Kapadia
Institute News
Central Queen Academy’s Executive Director Ashish Kapadia joins the podcast to discuss the new school year, partnering with community groups to deliver critical services and supports, and addressing unfinished learning through targeted SEL. He also ...
Sep
13
2022
Open Meetings Law Guidance Update for September 13, 2022
Institute News
Governor Hochul has not issued an extension of the COVID state of emergency.  The flexibilities regarding videoconferencing under the Open Meetings Law expired on September 12th.  Boards must ensure a quorum of board members are available in ...
Sep
08
2022
Remarks by Interim Executive Director Kathryn Connell-Espinosa at the Central Queens Academy Ribbon Cutting
Institute News
The following is a transcript from the remarks given by Interim Executive Director Kathryn Connell-Espinosa at the ribbon cutting for Central Queens Academy‘s new school building, held on September 7, 2022 in Queens, New York. “Thank you, ...
Sep
01
2022
‘More Great Seats 4 Kids’ Podcast: Lessons Learned from the Pandemic
Institute News
Marsha Gadsden, Executive Director of PAVE Academy Charter School, joined the ‘More Great Seats for Kids’ podcast to discuss what makes PAVE Academy Charter School different than other public schools, lessons learned from the pandemic, and more.