csi renewal application for improvement schools
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Renewal Application Improvement Schools
RENEWAL TIMEL INE:
• MAY 20-28—SCHOOL KICK-OFF MEETING
• SEPTEMBER 9—SCHOOLS RECEIVE CARS
EVALUATION
• OCTOBER 23—APPLICATION DUE TO CSI
• DECEMBER 3—WORK SESSION
•DECEMBER 10—CSI BOARD VOTE ON STAFF
RENEWAL RECOMMENDATION
CSI Annual Review of Schools (CARS) IN T R O D U CTI O N T O T H E RE N E WAL P R O CE SS
The CSI Performance Frameworks (available at
www.csi.state.co.us/accountability) were developed in
conjunction with the National Association of Charter
School Authorizers (NACSA) to evaluate school per-
formance in the areas of Academic, Finance and Or-
ganization. The Institute has implemented this robust
and comprehensive evaluation system through the
use of tools that supplement these frameworks, includ-
ing an Annual Performance Report, a Performance
Calculator and Performance Dashboard, collectively
called the CSI Annual Review of Schools, or CARS.
It is the intention of the Institute to build upon the eval-
uation lens utilized by the State to provide a more
comprehensive and robust evaluation that includes
strong indicators of charter viability and sustainability.
This annual review is the primary driver of high stakes
decision-making around charter renewal and develop-
ment. This document describes the supplemental evi-
dence required to engage in the renewal process, and
schools need only provide information that is new or
augments the body of evidence collected through
CARS throughout the charter term.
Renewal process components
PURPOSE OF THE RENEWAL APPLICATION
This renewal process is intended to provide schools with the
opportunity to present new or supplemental evidence
around school performance. Additionally, applicants may
utilize this process to communicate school plans for the next
charter term, above and beyond information provided previ-
ously to CSI as part of the annual review process.
RENEWAL EVALUTION
As mentioned above, the primary driver of the renewal eval-
uation is CARS. Additional documents considered may in-
clude:
CDE School Performance Framework Reports
CSSI pre-post visits and evaluation
Parental and community input
Progress with UIP performance objectives
Previous contract milestones and goals
Evidence provided in the renewal application
Renewal Applications must be submitted in electronic form no later than October 23rd, 2013. Schools must also submit a signed Board
Resolution expressing intent to apply to CSI for renewal. Submit all materials to csi_info@csi.state.co.us.
CSI Annual Review of Schools (CARS) IN T R O D U CTI O N T O T H E RE N E WAL P R O CE SS
It is the intention of the Institute to build upon the eval-
uation lens utilized by the State to provide a more
comprehensive and robust evaluation that includes
strong indicators of charter viability and sustainability.
This annual review is the primary driver of high stakes
decision-making around charter renewal and develop-
ment. This document describes the supplemental evi-
dence required to engage in the renewal process, and
schools need only provide information that is new or
augments the body of evidence collected through
CARS throughout the charter term.
Renewal process components THE ITEMS LISTED IN THE RIGHT COLUMN WILL
COMPRISE YOUR PHYSICAL RENEWAL APPLICATION
RENEWAL APPLICATION
Renewal applications should focus on providing evidence of
the effectiveness of the school’s mission and vision. New and
supplemental information (as described in the panel at the
Your application track is determined by your prior year’s
accreditation level. If performance in the current year de-
creases, CSI staff may ask for additional information or
materials as part of your renewal process.
right) should be items that are
not previously collected through
CARS.
The application should be as
concise as possible. All re-
quested documentation should
be provided as attachments to
the narrative. This includes any
specific, documented evidence,
tables, statistics, and other in-
formation which may require
elaboration beyond the scope of
the narrative. Important note:
ACADEMIC PROGRAM
Any student outcomes or academic data
should be supplied as part of the Annual
Performance Report process in accord-
ance with APR criteria and requirements.
However, your renewal narrative may
include a description of:
1. Major academic trends & key findings
2. Programmatic & curricular changes
FINANCE
Please provide a copy of the most re-
cent version of the following documents:
3. Profit and loss statement
4. Current fiscal year balance sheet
5. Budget to actual expenditure report
6. 3-Year projected budget
LEADERSHIP & GOVERNANCE
Please provide a copy of the most recent
version of the following documents:
7. Strategic plan
8. School leader evaluation
9. School leader succession plan
In your narrative, please describe:
10. Progress towards strategic goals
11. Organizational changes
Please provide the following documents
and narrative detailed below. Your narra-
tive should speak to the proven effective-
ness of your mission and vision, and when
combined with the information requested
below, should not exceed 15 pages total.
Renewal Applications must be submitted in electronic form no later than October 23rd, 2013. Schools must also submit a signed Board
Resolution expressing intent to apply to CSI for renewal. Submit all materials to csi_info@csi.state.co.us.
RENEWAL NARRATIVE
AND MATERIALS
1580 Logan St., Suite 210, Denver CO 80203
303.866.3299 ph 303.866.3250 fax
www.csi.state.co.us
Letter of Intent to Renew
Please provide a copy of the Board Resolution expressing format intent to apply to CSI for renewal with this document on or before October 23, 2013.
SCHOOL INFORMATION
School Name School Leader
Grades Served School Code(s)
School Address
First Year of Operation Geographic District
Current Enrollment Maximum Enrollment
DESCRIPTION
Vision
Mission
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Do you anticipate modification to any of the above items in the next charter term?
□ Yes □ No
If yes, please explain.
Are there terms of the school’s contract the school has changed or contingencies the school has not yet implemented?
□ Yes □ No
If yes, please explain.
Applicant Printed Name
Applicant Signature
Important Note: Your application track is determined by your prior year’s accreditation level. If performance in the current year decreases, CSI staff may ask for addition-al information or materials as part of your renewal process.
1580 Logan St, Suite 210
Denver, Colorado 80203
303.866.3299 ph
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