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In order for the schools in the ACSA to effectively register students and plan for the 2010-2011 school year, it is imperative that we know how many students will be enrolled in our school at each grade level. The first step in this process is the Intent to Return Process. This is an opportunity for families to inform us if it is their intent to have their child(ren) remain at their current school next year. Please indicate your intentions by completing the Intent To Return Form and return it to school by February 8, 2010. All ACSA network schools have continued to make great academic progress and as a result, seats in our schools are in great demand. We will be able to hold a seat for your currently enrolled child only if this form is completed and returned by February 8th. New Enrollment in an ACSA Network School Due to great academic progress and the uniqueness of our schools, there is high demand for students wishing to attend an ACSA network school. Parents/Guardians of students who do not currently attend an ACSA network school and wish to attend for the 2010-2011 academic year should obtain an application from the school of their choice, the ACSA central office, or download it below. Applications should be returned to the school of your choice by April 9, 2010. What is a charter school? First and foremost, a charter school is a public school. Charter schools differ from traditional schools in the following fundamental ways:
What are the benefits of a charter school? The benefits of a charter school generally include:
Who can attend a charter school? Any child in a school district that operates a charter school is eligible to apply for admission to a charter public school. Admission standards and process are required to be fair and open to all; recruitment is required to extend to all segments of a district. How are the Algiers Charter Schools organized by grade level? All elementary schools within the ACSA operate on a K-8 structure and our highs schools are grades 9-12. Will passing a Standardized Test be required for graduation? Will there be sufficient time to study for the test if required? 10th and 11th graders are still required to pass the GEE prior to graduation. Numerous opportunities to retake the test are still being made available to students. O. Perry Walker will be offering GEE remediation to its students this summer. Contact the school for details. Is proof of residence required to register my child? Applicants must provide documentation that they live in the attendance boundaries of the New Orleans Public Schools by providing proof or residency with the admission application. What services will be provided for special education students? ACSA has hired a special education services coordinator to conduct 504 screenings along with special education and related services. The Association has hired full time special education teachers and will continue to do so based on the needs of the students enrolled in our member schools. Does the Algiers Charter Schools Association provide support staff such as social workers, nurses, counselors, etc.? Yes. Each school is staffed with nurses, counselor, and social workers. The health and well-being of each student is a primary concern of the ACSA. How will students be evaluated for promotion to the next grade level? Each student will be evaluated on a combination of student performance, testing, and an evaluation by their teacher(s) to determine that child’s readiness for promotion. The ACSA has developed an extended year program for students identified by their schools as needing additional preparation for the 06-07 school year. What role do parents play in building charter schools? Our parents play a huge role in the success of our schools. We need parents as volunteers, to develop strong and active PTO’s, and to give feedback and guidance as to the direction of their schools. The ACSA encourages parent participation and asks every parent to become familiar with their child’s principal, teachers, and school’s counselor. |
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