Are charter schools required to adopt state content standards and use state assessments?
Yes. The charter school application must include a description of the school’s educational program “that has been proven to be effective, pupil performance standards, measurable annual achievement goals that are based on the state accreditation indicators…” [C.R.S. 22-30.5-106 (e)]. Additionally, the State Board of Education will not grant waivers to the state-mandated assessment program (CSAP) or School Accountability Reports [C.R.S. 22-30.5-104 (6)] or any other accreditation requirements.
Yes. Charter schools are required to adopt all state content standards, diploma requirements and the Oregon Assessment of Knowledge and Skills, as well as any testing required by NCLB. Each charter school has flexibility in terms of their curriculum, educational program and teaching techniques, as long as they are aligned to the state standards.
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