What are the major responsibilities of an authorizing body?
a. To thoroughly review the applicant’s educational plan. The plan must address the educational needs of the students, curriculum goals and objectives, teaching methods, and student assessment. b. To determine if all fire, safety, and health codes are met. c. To review and approve the PSA bylaws. d. To set and enforce the terms of the authorizing contract. e. To recommend PSA status to the State Board of Education within ten days of granting an applicant a contract. f. To Continuously monitor the PSA for compliance with all state and federal regulations. g. To ensure the school’s board of directors operates with high standards and in good faith on behalf of the school.
