Charter Schools are public school of choice that operate with freedom from many of the regulations that apply to traditional PS.

What is a Charter School?

Charter Schools are

•Non-Sectarian

•Non-Discriminatory

•Tuition-Free

What is a Charter School?

Unlike most other schools, Charter Schools offer:

• Small, Structured Learning Environments• Innovative Curricula• Flexible Educational Program• Parental/Community Involvement• Accountability

What is a Charter School?

~ 4000 Charter Schools ~ 40 States~ Over 1 Million Students

Charter vs. Private or Public

Like a

PRIVATE SCHOOL

Like a

PUBLIC SCHOOL

Small Free

Self-governing District Missouri Accredited

Interaction with Faculty Regularly Audited

Flexible and Dynamic Curriculum

Accountable to DESE

Rank State Est. # of CS Enrollment

1 California 1992 574 190,000

2 Arizona 1994 499 86,409

3 Florida 1996 338 82,000

4 Ohio 1997 268 62,883

5 Texas 1995 241 80,000

6 Michigan 1993 216 82,000

7 Wisconsin 1993 188 28,073

8 Minnesota 1991 131 25,000

9 Pennsylvania 1997 114 55,000

10 Colorado 1993 113 36,658

US Charter Schools

Primary objective;

To Establish Science and Math oriented charter schools

(Frontier School of Innovation K-8)

(Frontier School of Excellence 6-12)

Dedicated educators from distinguished universities;

The University of Missouri

Park University

Stowers Institute for Medical Research

University of Houston – Victoria

Local Non profit Organizations

A non-profit organization in Kansas City, Missouri.

The foundation has been organized exclusively for educational, scientific, and literary purposes.

Millenium Education Foundation Excellence and Equity in Education and Science

Mission Statement

u The mission of Frontier School of Innovation (FSI) is to provide a safe and collaborative environment which will cultivate the academic and social development of its students by emphasizing reading, math, science, and technology for the purpose of students setting and meeting future educational goals.

Mission StatementAcademic Goals

u Graduates of FSI will have the tools necessary to positively impact their communities as they pursue their personal and professional aspirations. Frontier School of Innovation believes an effective and adequate education necessary for the citizens of the future relies heavily on a multidimensional academic curriculum in which all core subjects will be blended together through various teaching methods while promoting the development of a strong character that supports and respects society

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Mission Statement

Educational success lies in harmony within the triad of

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ParentStudent

Teacher

Community

To demonstrate mastery in core subject areas

To develop computer skills for research

To ensure that each student develops life-long learning skills

Academic Goals

Locations in Kansas City -2007

Brookside Frontier Math and Science School

Locations in Kansas City -2009

Brookside Frontier Math and Science School(6-12)

Frontier School of Innovation (K-6)

Frontier Elementary Offers

• Integration of technology into the curriculum

• Strong Reading emphasis

• Character Education and Leadership Development

• After School Program and weekend tutorials

• Performance (Authentic) Assessment

• Different Core Course Teachers in 4th and upper grade levels

• Grade Advancement Policy

• Parental and Community Involvement

• Online Access

u “FSI has a uniform to help create a safe and orderly environment, instill discipline, and eliminate competition and distractions caused by varied dress styles. You will be expected to arrive in dress code every day. Please cooperate, display modesty and neatness, and take pride in these clean, neat and attractive uniforms.”

UNIFORM AND PERSONAL APPEARANCE

Educational Programs

Mathematics

Science

Computer and Technology Applications

English and Language Arts

Social Studies

Fine Arts/Music

Foreign Language

Physical Education and Health

Character Education

Special Education Services/ ELL

Title 1 Federal Programs

Title 1 funds aim to bridge the gap between low-income students and other students. The U.S. Department of Education provides supplemental funding to local school districts to meet the needs of at-risk and low income students.

Title 1 Federal Programsu Migrant Education

u Section 504 Plan/IEP

u MELL

u National School Lunch/Breakfast

u Homeless Education

u Parent Compact Meeting

u Gifted and Talented Program

u Accelerated Reading Program

u Science Projects

Advance Academic Services

• PTO• Home Visits• Student-Teacher-Parent Dinners• Open Houses• Online Access to the students’ records • Parent’s Login:

• Homework Log, • Grades,• Attendance,• Discipline,• Schedule

Parental Involvement

Main Page

John Smith

John Smith

1234 Alien Road

713-xxx-xxxx

Johny Smith

John Smith @ abcd.com

HSA-Online (Database)Frontier-Online (Database)

Grades

John Smith 10-A

HSA-Online (Database)

Art

Frontier-Online (Database)

Test Scores

John Smith 10-A

Mr. Apple

Mrs. Frost

Mr. Lee

Mr. Reed

Mrs. Carol

Mr. Chen

Mrs. Frost

Mr. Lee

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Test Scores 2

John Smith 10-A

Mr. Apple

Mrs. Frost

Mr. Lee

Mr. Reed

Mrs. Carol

Mr. Chen

Mrs. Frost

Mr. Lee

HSA-Online (Database)Frontier-Online (Database)

Discipline Point System

John Smith 10-A

HSA-Online (Database)

Mr. Apple

Mrs. Frost

Mr. Lee

Mr. Reed

Mrs. Carol

Mr. Chen

Mrs. Frost

Mr. Lee

Frontier-Online (Database)

The Building Blocks of Frontier’s Success’

• Student Oriented Teaching

• Enriched Math and Science Curriculum

• UMKC Sponsored

• Highly Qualified and Dedicated Teachers

u You may apply;

- in person

- online (www.kcfsi.org)

- by mail

- by fax

APPLY TODAY!!!

Enrollment Procedure

For Your Child’s Future

Frontier School of Innovation

UMKC Sponsered Charter School