What are the oversight responsibilities of a charter authorizing entity?
The charter authorizing entity is responsible for ensuring the charter school operates in compliance with all applicable laws and the terms of its charter. EC Section 47604.32 (Outside Source) identifies the duties of a charter authorizing entity. Specifically, the charter authorizing entity must: • Identify at least one staff member as a contact person for the charter school. • Visit each charter school at least annually. • Ensure that each charter school under its authority complies with all reports required of charter schools by law. • Monitor the fiscal condition of each charter school under its authority. • Provide timely notification to the department if the charter is revoked or if the charter school will cease operation for any reason. In addition to the oversight responsibilities described above, “supervision” includes providing the charter school with general guidance and assistance on various issues, such as funding and compliance. A charter school may opt to contract with i
