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Florida’s charter schools are home to some of the most passionate and innovative educators in the state. To recognize their dedication, the Florida Charter School Alliance (FCSA) created the Florida Charter School Teacher of the Year Celebration — a statewide initiative that highlights exceptional teachers who are raising student success rates through creativity, peer collaboration,…

Florida Charter Schools Earn Top Marks in 2024–25 — Outperforming the State and Driving Student Success

July 24, 2025

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July 2025 — Florida’s public charter schools have soared to new heights, earning an overall “A” grade on the state’s 2024–25 assessment — a powerful testament to their continued excellence in student achievement and academic performance. While not officially designated as a district, Florida’s charter school movement now serves over 406,800 students — making it…

Florida Charter School Alliance Seeks State Intervention Amid Continued Bureaucratic Obstacles in Broward County

April 3, 2025

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Broward County, FL – April 3, 2025 — The Florida Charter School Alliance (FCSA) is calling on the Florida Department of Education (FDOE) to intervene in response to ongoing challenges faced by charter schools in Broward County. Over the past 29 years, charter schools have played a critical role in the state’s…

USDOE Secretary Linda McMahon Visits Florida Charter Schools

March 21, 2025

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Florida — March 21, 2025 – In a historic and highly anticipated visit, U.S. Department of Education Secretary Linda McMahon made waves across Florida last week as she toured some of the state’s most outstanding charter schools. Her tour kicked off at Doral Academy Middle High School in Miami-Dade County, where she engaged directly with…

Groundbreaking 5-Year Charter School Leader Development Program Achieves Success

March 10, 2025

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The Florida Charter School Alliance (FCSA) has completed a five-year initiative aimed at developing expert charter school leaders. In partnership with the Florida Department of Education (FLDOE), the FCSA launched the School Leaders Fellowship, a pioneering, grant-supported program designed to foster the next generation of visionary leaders for Florida’s expanding charter school movement. Throughout the…

Charters & Districts Unite. Tackle Tending Issues Shaping Education

February 26, 2025

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The Florida Charter School Alliance launches the 2025 District/Charter Collaborative with two game-changing conversations you won’t want to miss—join the action as experts collaborate, innovate, and redefine the future of education! Wednesday, March 5, 2025, 1:15 p.m. EST – Urban Growth: Strategic Planning with Charter Schools Host Dr. Tony Arza Panelists: Dr. John Legg, Superintendent, Pasco…

Fellowship Program Offers In-Depth Coverage of Standards and Practical, Real-World Guidance

January 14, 2025

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January 2025 — The School Leaders Fellowship is an exhilarating program designed to equip emerging leaders with the tools, knowledge, and strategies necessary to lead successful and thriving charter schools. This dynamic program brings together experienced charter school leaders and field experts who offer a unique blend of practical advice, powerful resources, and cutting-edge concepts…

Florida’s Graduation Rate is Rising

January 9, 2025

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PRESS RELEASE, Governor Ron DeSantis \Florida’s 2023-2024 Graduation Rate Breaks State Record at 89.7% Florida’s graduation rate rises nearly two percentage points over the previous year TALLAHASSEE, Fla.—January 9, 2025 – Today, Governor Ron DeSantis announced that Florida’s high school graduation rate rose to 89.7 percent during the 2023-2024 school year, an increase of 1.7…

Preparing Leaders to Drive the Charter School Movement Forward

December 10, 2024

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