Governance Board Program
Our students need your leadership!
Charters are flourishing in Florida
Charter schools have played a key role in increasing parental options in public education and providing innovative learning opportunities for students in Florida.
Phenomenal Growth
The number of Florida students in Charter Schools continues to grow year after year.
In 2001 there were fewer than 50,000 students attending charter schools in Florida, in 2023 there are over 380,00 students enrolled in over 700 charter schools in 49 counties!
Phenomenal Growth
The number of Florida students in Charter Schools continues to grow year after year.
In 2001 there were fewer than 50,000 students attending charter schools in Florida, in 2023 there are over 380,00 students enrolled in over 700 charter schools in 49 counties!
Role Of A Governing Board Member
A Governing Board member volunteers their time and expertise to help a school reach its goals and mission through student achievement and financial accountability.
TIME COMMITMENT: Each charter school’s board will operate accounding to its ByLaws. The frequency of meetings can vary but will meet the state mandated minimum requirement of at least twice during the school year. Some boards meet monthly, while others meet quarterly. Some school boards have specific committees that members are asked to participate on, while others may not.
Through the CSU Board Governance Program, we will help you learn about the requirements of being a Board Member and help match you with a school that meets your professional skills and personal outlook.
How Do They Operate?
In Florida, a charter school must be operated by a nonprofit organization. The Governing Board is the Board of Directors for the nonprofit organization and holds the ultimate responsibility for the effective operation of the school.
The Board is responsible for ensuring the school is in compliance, hiring the school leader, establishing a balanced budget, and setting the vision, mission and strategic plan for the school.
