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We are celebrating an extraordinary year for Colorado charter schools with record-breaking achievements, but we must stay vigilant for the challenges that lie ahead, says League President Dan Schaller.

Students at these charters gain unique hands-on experiences with animals and nature, fostering connections to the environment and pathways to STEM-based careers.

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Social media lit up Tuesday evening with the news that President-elect Trump has tapped professional wrestling magnate and former Small Business Administration (SBA) administrator Linda McMahon to lead the U.S. Department of Education.

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Colorado districts expect millions in cuts to what they anticipated receiving next year if changes proposed by Gov. Jared Polis make it into the 2025-26 budget.

The outcome of the race made one thing clear: Charter school families are a political force to be reckoned with. 

Today, the Leadership Summit is happening at the Gaylord of the Rockies. I can’t wait to see so many of you there. If you can’t make it, we’ll miss you. Our theme this year is Catalysts, and as the vice chair of the League’s board of directors and chief of staff at Global Village Academy (GVA) Collaborative, I see this idea of catalysts everywhere I go. 

While publicly addressing falsehoods can sometimes amplify them, allowing misinformation to spread unchecked is perhaps more harmful. It’s for that reason that I aim to set the record straight.

In honor of National Principals Month this October, we caught up with some of our favorite charter school leaders across the state for a little Q&A. Their responses provide insight into the unique experiences, lessons and mindsets that help shape these passionate educational leaders. From historical figures to modern fictional characters, we uncover their inspiration.

Six Colorado charter schools are among 32 recipients of a CDE Local Food Program (LFP) grant whose pilot was extended for the 24-25 school year. Dishing up local food with a focus on nutrition, education and community are: Colorado Early Colleges Fort Collins (CECFC), The Academy, Pinnacle Charter School, Windsor Charter Academy, The STEAD School, and Community Leadership Academy.

From core knowledge and classical to Montessori and dyslexia seven new charter schools have opened their doors in Colorado for the 2024-25 school year.

See stats on Enrollment, Demographics, CMAS and more in this recap of where we stand at 2024