Services

SERVICES

• For New School Developers
• SchoolWorks Charter School Application Writing Bootcamp

  SchoolWorks empowers new school developers through its Charter School Application Writing Bootcamp online course, designed to provide comprehensive support in crafting compelling charter school applications. Through a structured curriculum, participants gain valuable insights into the intricacies of the application process, learning essential strategies for articulating their vision, mission, educational model, and organizational capacity effectively. Facilitated by experienced educators and industry experts, the course offers hands-on guidance, practical exercises, and personalized feedback to help developers refine their proposals and address key components required by authorizers.
  

• Charter Application Writing

  SchoolWorks offers comprehensive charter application writing support for new school developers embarking on the journey to launch a charter school, guiding them through the intricacies of the application process. Leveraging a team of experienced specialists, SchoolWorks collaborates closely with developers to craft compelling and thorough charter school applications that reflect their vision, mission, and educational goals. Through structured collaboration and communication, SchoolWorks ensures that the application addresses all required elements and effectively articulates the proposed school's educational program, governance structure, operational plan, and commitment to academic excellence and equity.

• Capacity Interview Prep

  SchoolWorks provides virtual mock capacity interviews for new school developers, offering a valuable opportunity for founding teams to prepare and refine their responses in a simulated interview setting. By providing a supportive environment for practice and reflection, SchoolWorks empowers founding teams to approach capacity interviews with confidence, ensuring that they are well-prepared to address anticipated areas of concern.

• Community Needs Assessments

  SchoolWorks equips new school founders with the information they need to design a school model that meets the unique needs and aspirations of the community while ensuring alignment with academic standards and regulatory requirements. We partner with new school founders to compile thorough community needs assessments that include a demographic assessment of the current and projected student population in the target area, an academic assessment of the existing public education options available to the target student population, and a summary of grassroots efforts to substantiate community demand.

• CSP Grant Writing

  SchoolWorks offers specialized CSP grant writing services to support school developers in crafting compelling proposals aimed at securing funding designated for charter schools through the Charter Schools Program (CSP). By collaborating with founders, SchoolWorks tailors grant proposals to align with each developer's unique educational objectives and funding requirements outlined by the CSP. Support includes customized narrative development, meticulous budget planning, and thorough application review and editing.

• Pre-Opening Coaching

  Following the award of a charter from an authorizer, SchoolWorks provides invaluable pre-opening coaching to new school founders, facilitating a smooth transition from charter approval to school launch. Through personalized guidance and support, SchoolWorks collaborates closely with founders to navigate the complexities of pre-opening tasks, including operational planning, staff recruitment, curriculum development, facility setup, and stakeholder engagement. Leveraging extensive experience in education management and school development, SchoolWorks offers targeted assistance tailored to the unique needs and challenges of each new school, empowering founders to overcome obstacles, mitigate risks, and build a strong foundation for success.

• For Incubators, Associations, and CSP Grant Managing Agencies
• Pipeline Development

  SchoolWorks plays a pivotal role in pipeline development by providing comprehensive support to foster a continuous body of new school founders for incubators, associations, and CSP grant managing agencies. Through targeted initiatives, SchoolWorks identifies and cultivates aspiring educators and entrepreneurs interested in charter school development, offering tailored resources, training programs, and technical assistance to build their capacity and readiness to launch innovative schools. Through its proactive approach to pipeline development, SchoolWorks strengthens the charter school ecosystem, empowering diverse voices and fostering the growth of high-quality educational options for students.

• Training and/or Coaching for Fellowship Programs

  SchoolWorks partners with incubators, associations, and CSP grant managing agencies to provide tailored training and coaching for new school founders engaged in fellowship programs. Leveraging its expertise in education management and charter school development, SchoolWorks offers comprehensive training modules and coaching sessions designed to equip fellows with the essential knowledge, skills, and strategies needed to navigate the complexities of launching a new school. Support may include a combination of training, coaching, and specialized support for application development.

• Formative Feedback on Charter Applications

  As part of fellowship programs offered by incubators, associations, and CSP grant managing agencies, SchoolWorks helps school developers create submission-ready applications by providing a formative “authorizer review” of developing proposals in advance of the submission deadline. Leveraging its expertise in charter school authorization and deep understanding of the evaluation process, SchoolWorks meticulously analyzes each proposal against the authorizer’s evaluation criteria and provides detailed and constructive feedback that identifies areas for improvement and ensures alignment with the authorizer’s expectations. By providing targeted recommendations, SchoolWorks specialists guide school developers to refine their applications in order to maximize their chances of approval.

• Community Needs Assessments

  SchoolWorks partners with incubators, associations, and CSP grant managing to provide community needs assessments for new school founders engaged in fellowship programs. Our specialists partner with each new school founder to compile thorough community needs assessments that include a demographic assessment of the current and projected student population in the target area, an academic assessment of the existing public education options available to the target student population, and a summary of grassroots efforts to substantiate community demand.

• CSP Grant Writing

  As part of fellowship programs offered by incubators, associations, and CSP grant managing agencies, SchoolWorks provides specialized CSP grant writing services to support school developers in crafting compelling proposals aimed at securing funding designated for charter schools through the Charter Schools Program (CSP). By collaborating with individual founding teams, SchoolWorks tailors grant proposals to align with each developer's unique educational objectives and funding requirements outlined by the CSP. Support includes customized narrative development, meticulous budget planning, and thorough application review and editing.

• SchoolWorks Charter School Application Writing Bootcamp

  SchoolWorks partners with incubators, associations, and CSP grant managing agencies to provide technical training for new school founders within fellowship programs via its Charter School Application Writing Bootcamp online course. By accessing the course, school developers gain valuable insights into the intricacies of the application process, learning essential strategies for articulating their vision, mission, educational model, and organizational capacity effectively. Bulk licenses are available.
  

• For Operators and Existing Charter Schools
• Charter School Growth Analysis

  SchoolWorks' Charter School Growth Analysis helps education leaders make informed decisions about expansion or replication. Through an in-depth review of key areas—demographics, educational opportunities, community engagement, and organizational capacity—our analysis provides clear insights into the strengths and readiness of your organization for expansion. Our evidence collection includes data reviews, focus groups, and financial assessments, providing a comprehensive understanding of both community demand and organizational preparedness. With a focus on data-driven findings, the final report delivers customized recommendations and identifies specific areas to bolster successful growth, equipping school leaders with a reliable foundation for confident decision-making.

• Pre-Renewal Review and Action Planning

  SchoolWorks offers essential pre-renewal review and action planning support for operational charter schools, providing a comprehensive assessment of their performance and readiness for renewal. Through a meticulous review process, SchoolWorks evaluates various aspects of the school's operations, including academic achievement, organizational effectiveness, financial management, and compliance with regulatory requirements. Based on the findings, SchoolWorks collaborates with school leadership to develop customized action plans aimed at addressing identified challenges and enhancing overall performance. By guiding schools through this proactive pre-renewal process, SchoolWorks helps ensure that school teams are well-prepared to demonstrate their effectiveness and secure authorization for continued operation.

• Board-Level Renewal Planning

  SchoolWorks guides governing boards through the strategic process of preparing for renewal. Through collaborative workshops, targeted consultations, and strategic planning sessions, SchoolWorks assists governing boards in identifying areas of strength, areas for improvement, and potential risks that may impact the renewal process. This collaboration empowers governing boards to demonstrate their effectiveness and secure renewal authorization, ensuring the continued success and sustainability of charter schools.

• Renewal Application Writing


  SchoolWorks offers comprehensive renewal application writing support to operational charter schools seeking renewal, providing expert guidance and assistance throughout the application process. Leveraging its deep understanding of charter school authorization requirements and best practices, SchoolWorks collaborates closely with school leadership to craft compelling renewal applications that effectively demonstrate the school's achievements, impact, and ongoing commitment to academic excellence.

• Virtual Mock Renewal Interviews

  SchoolWorks delivers virtual mock renewal interviews for operational charter schools seeking renewal, offering a valuable opportunity for school leadership to prepare and refine their responses in a simulated interview setting. By providing a supportive environment for practice and reflection, SchoolWorks empowers charter schools to approach renewal interviews with confidence, ensuring that they are well-prepared to articulate their achievements and secure authorization for continued operation.

• Charter Revisions and Amendments

  SchoolWorks offers comprehensive support for operational charter schools seeking to modify their charter agreements. Through collaborative consultations, thorough review of proposed changes, and strategic guidance, SchoolWorks helps school teams develop clear and compelling rationales for proposed modifications, ensuring alignment with authorizer expectations and regulatory standards.

• Board Training

  SchoolWorks offers a wide variety of board training options to charter school boards, providing targeted support to enhance their governance practices and effectiveness. In each case, SchoolWorks collaborates closely with boards to identify specific areas for improvement and recommends training sessions that address their unique needs and challenges. Through interactive workshops, practical exercises, and facilitated discussions, SchoolWorks equips board members with the knowledge, skills, and tools needed to fulfill their roles and responsibilities more effectively, promote transparency and accountability, and foster a culture of continuous improvement.