Charter schools are independent public schools located in the school districts of St. Louis and Kansas City Charter school legislation was passed by Missouri's general assembly in the spring of 1998. Charter schools are created by teachers, parents or citizens with a common educational mission Charter schools are schools chosen by families who support the school's vision Charter schools are freed by law from the rules and regulations that govern public schools and school districts. In return, they are held accountable for academic results.
Charter schools operate under a contract, or charter.
This document describes the mission, vision, curriculum, personnel and budget of the school. The Alta Vista Charter School will also instill leadership and community development ideals in our students to help them assume their important roles in the development and future of their communities. The Missions progress will be monitored by regular and consistent measurement of student academic credits as measured by successful completion of academic contracts. The program staff will work to insure student progress by providing instructional guidance and structuring strategies to maximize performance. Efforts to improve literacy will also be at the core of all our instructional design.