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Authorizer Roundtable Discussion:

What are the best ways to support and leverage

district instrumentality charter schools?

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Today’s Goals

Check-in, connect, and partner with other authorizers
Share ideas and support professional friends from around our state
Learn and brainstorm effective strategies and actions to support ourselves, students, families, and communities
Identify other needs for future solutions

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Beliefs or Assumptions for Today’s Discussion

EVERYONE IS DOING THEIR ABSOLUTE BEST with what they have been given.

NO JUDGEMENT today or in the future about what you have done and/or what you are planning on doing to best serve your community.

IMPROVEMENT WILL BE NEEDED as we continue to roll out strategies and systems.

TOGETHER WE ARE STRONGER as we share ideas and support.

CONTROL WHAT WE CAN CONTROL knowing our daily actions will influence positive outcomes.

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WRCCS Competencies

Authorizer	Culture	Develops/sustains/models a positive and empowering work environment where all stakeholders can experience working conditions that sustain energy and dedication for years

Authorizer	Mission	Develops/refines authorizer's understanding of legal and philosophical roles and responsibilities

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Discussion Question 1:

What activities and strategies does your District implement for strong communication with your Charter School(s)?

Discussion Question 2:

How do you hold your Charter School(s) accountable while ensuring autonomy and a space for creativity? How are they treated different than other District Schools?

Discussion Question 3:

What District policies are exempt or revised that allow for innovation?

Discussion Question 4:

How do you collaboratively develop and implement Charter School budgets?

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