However, they are exempt from many state laws. The schools must employ licensed teachers, administer statewide tests, and comply with federal regulations that govern schools. Generally, charter schools have clear performance standards agreed upon with the chartering authority. The dissemination subgrant supports outreach activities for an established charter school to share its success with other school districts. Initial implementation or start-up grants are awarded to new charter schools.
New schools are eligible for funding for a second year under federal grant regulations.
A list of charter school grants follows.