Speakers
Advocacy & Policy
With the 2026 legislative session underway, this timely session offers charter school leaders, board members, and advocates a clear and accessible look at the policy landscape shaping the months ahead. Join Prateek Dutta, CLCS Action’s Vice President of Policy, for an in-depth briefing on what has transpired so far under the Gold Dome—and what charter schools should be preparing for next.
Prateek will break down the League’s 2026 legislative agenda, highlighting key priorities, early wins, and emerging challenges. Participants will gain insight into the bills moving through committees, proposed budget changes, regulatory shifts, and any political dynamics that could impact facilities, funding, accountability, or school autonomy.
Designed for busy educators and leaders, this session distills complex policy developments into actionable takeaways. You’ll leave with the context you need to confidently engage your community, communicate with stakeholders, and advocate for your school throughout the session.
Prateek Dutta is a K-12 education leader with extensive experience in district, state, and federal policy, as well as direct engagement with students and families. Prateek grew up in Colorado and graduated from the University of Northern Colorado (Go Bears!) before teaching in New Orleans in the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina. He later earned a doctorate in Education Leadership.
Returning to Colorado, Prateek has spent the past decade driving policy and advocacy efforts that have significantly impacted the education landscape. He has been instrumental in passing legislation to expand access to rigorous courses for low-income students, secure increased funding for school counselors to boost FAFSA completion rates, and protect public school choice for students across the state, including access to high quality charter schools.