Here's something we don't love admitting: we've seen too many promising charter school petitions get denied over budget issues that were completely avoidable. Not because the petitioners weren't passionate. Not because their educational model wasn't strong. Because the budget section of their petition told a story the authorizer couldn't believe. We spent a combined 15+ years each on the authorizer side of the table — at both the Georgia Department of Education and the State Charter Schools...

Charter school governance in Georgia presents unique challenges that differ significantly from traditional public school boards. Whether you're a new board member or a seasoned leader, understanding the nuances of charter school governance is critical to your school's success—and its very survival. At   21Cobalt , we've spent over 15 years working directly with the   State Charter Schools Commission (SCSC)  and Georgia Department of Education, giving us an insider's perspective on what makes...