Schools typically open in late August and close in early June. Children must be 5 years old by September 1st to be admitted to kindergarten. Many licensed child care centers offer both before and after school care and provide transportation. For information contact CFS or your child's school. Charter schools are public schools established by contract with a district Governing Board, the State Board of Education or the State Board for Charter Schools to provide learning that will improve pupil achievement.
Charter schools provide additional academic choices for parents and pupils.
Charter schools may consist of new schools or all or any portion of an existing school. These schools must comply with all provisions of applicable law to receive state funding as prescribed.