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You’ve heard of the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children: What do we do?

by Curtis Fuller | Mar 10, 2021 |

The National Center for Missing & Exploited Children® is a nonprofit corporation whose mission is to help find missing children, reduce child sexual exploitation, and prevent child victimization. Since 1984, NCMEC has served as the national clearinghouse and...

You’re on! Using Podcasting and Livestreaming to Tell Your School’s Story and Promote Your Vision

by Christine Mentis | Nov 4, 2021 |

Podcasting and livestreaming provide schools with a fantastic opportunity to tell their story and turn their faculty, administrators, students, and parents into thought leaders. And thanks to new technology, it has never been easier (or less expensive) to get started!...

We’re Getting Sued… What Should We Do?

by Curtis Fuller | Apr 5, 2021 |

The unfortunate truth is that we live in a litigious society. As a not-for-profit corporation, charter schools are not exempt from lawsuits and should have a plan for how they respond if they are ever sued. When the school is served regarding a lawsuit, what exactly...

We are Getting Sued….What Should We Do?

by Curtis Fuller | Mar 26, 2022 |

Your business is being sued.... Now what? Lawsuits can be filed by employees, clients, vendors or even another business, but no matter who filed it, or if you win or lose, a lawsuit against your company can cost you emotionally and financially. This seminar will walk...

Voice, Choice, and PBL

by Christine Mentis | Nov 16, 2021 |

Project-Based Learning (PBL) is an approach to student learning that relates to solving real-world problems. PBL enhances content learning and provides unforgettable classroom experiences. When students have a voice in the content they want to learn and how they are...

Valuing, Nurturing, & Expanding Your School’s Brand

by Christine Mentis | Jan 10, 2022 |

In this session you will learn from a former SC public charter school teacher and principal, as well as an experienced brand visionary and creative director. Together, we will discuss the critical importance of building and maintaining a competitive brand in today’s...

Using the CSU Budget Template for Charter Applications

by Curtis Fuller | Mar 10, 2021 |

The Charter Support Unit has developed a comprehensive budget template designed to help create a complete budget. Many groups writing charter applications have used the template to write new charter applications. This webinar will be presented to speak to groups using...

Using FAST K-2 Data to Drive Instruction

by Christine Mentis | Dec 12, 2022 |

In this session, participants will get a brief overview of Star assessments and scoring information. Then, we’ll dive deeper into key Star reports and their purposes. Participants will also learn about grouping students, viewing recommended skills, and tools to plan...

Understanding Your Required Financial Documents

by Curtis Fuller | Mar 10, 2021 |

Accounting and financial reporting for charter schools are complicated and often counter-intuitive. This webinar will focus on how to understand the basics of these financial reports. This presentation will be particularly beneficial for Governing Board members and...

Turn Your Mission and Vision Statements into Clear Guiding Principles with a Colorful Graphic to Help Shape Your School Culture

by Curtis Fuller | Mar 10, 2021 |

A charter school’s mission and vision are essential decision-making tools to keep the school on track. They also play an important role in shaping a successful message for the school. This webinar will help school leaders to clearly align their school culture,...

TSIA and How to Calculate your School’s Allocation

by Trisha Leitem | Aug 24, 2021 |

The DOE recently released the new instructions for the 2021-22 Teacher Salary Increase Allocation funds. We here at the CSU have developed a calculator that schools can use to assist in calculating the distribution of these funds. The calculator also includes a sample...

TSIA and How to Calculate your School’s 2022 Allocation

by Christine Mentis | Jul 26, 2022 |

Earlier this week the DOE recently released the new instructions for the 2022-2023 Teacher Salary Increase Allocation funds. We here at the CSU have updated our TSIA calculator that schools can use to assist in calculating the distribution of these funds. The...

Transportation Essentials

by Curtis Fuller | Mar 10, 2021 |

Florida statute requires that: “The charter school and the sponsor shall cooperate in making arrangements that ensure that transportation is not a barrier to equal access for all students residing within a reasonable distance of the charter school…” Keeping students...

Transportation 101

by Curtis Fuller | Mar 10, 2021 |

Florida statutes requires that ” transportation is not a barrier to equal access for all students residing within a reasonable distance of the charter school.” This webinar will focus on what school leaders need to know before you select a transportation company for...

Transitioning From Founding Board to Operating Boards

by Curtis Fuller | Mar 26, 2022 |

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The Charter Support Unit (CSU) is operated by the nonprofit Building Hope.