WHAT'S NEW: Updates from the National Alliance 

• We are one week away from the 2024 National Charter Schools Conference!
  • Secure your spot today and join us where the movement meets. 
  • The NCSC24 app is here! Download it today on the App Store or the Google Play Store by searching 'NCSC24'. 
• Cameron Mirmelli, a member of the Class of 2023-24 Rising Leaders Initiative, shared her experience in the program on The Charter Blog. She writes about how the program transformed her perspective on community leadership and advocacy, and enabled her to form lasting relationships.
  • Read more about Cameron's experience in Reflecting on the Rising Leaders Initiative.    
• The Charter School Weekly Brief is taking a short break. See you at NCSC24, Happy 4th of July, and have a great summer!

COUNTDOWN: NCSC24 Starts This Weekend!

Get ready for the highly anticipated National Charter Schools Conference 2024, which will be held from June 30—July 3 in Boston, MA. This premier event, presented by the National Alliance for Public Charter Schools, will bring industry leaders, experts, and enthusiasts together to explore the latest trends, challenges, and innovations in the charter school landscape.

Attendees can look forward to a dynamic agenda filled with:

• Keynote presentations from top-tier speakers.
• In-depth panel discussions.
• Interactive workshops.
• Networking opportunities with professionals from across the country.

Whether you're a seasoned charter school advocate or a first-year teacher, NCSC24 promises to deliver invaluable insights and strategies to enhance your knowledge and skills. 

Don't miss out on this opportunity to join us where the movement meets. Secure your spot today and join us for an unforgettable experience at NCSC24!

P.S. The NCSC24 mobile app is live and ready to enhance your experience on-site! With the app, you can: 

• Browse sessions.
• Learn more about our presenters.
• Build a personalized schedule.
• Receive notifications on important conference news and changes.
• And more! 

You can find it in the App Store or Google Play Store by searching “NCSC24”! Note that this app is the only way to view the schedule while at the conference, so make sure to download it! 

INSPIRE: Reflecting on the Rising Leaders Initiative 

Cameron Mirmelli, a member of the Class of 2023-24 Rising Leaders Initiative and a junior at BASIS Scottsdale, wrote about her experiences as a Rising Leader on The Charter Blog. 

• She shares reflections on once-in-a-lifetime opportunities to learn directly from seasoned advocates.
• Cameron's advice to students applying to the program or embarking on their own advocacy journeys: You are also not alone in this beautiful, rewarding experience, and I urge you to just go for it.

Read about Cameron's achievements and gain insights into embarking on your own advocacy path in Reflecting on the Rising Leaders Initiative. 

ENGAGE: Resources and Opportunities

CSP Charter Management Organization Grant Competition

• Who: US Department of Education 
• What: Grants to charter management organizations to support the replication or expansion of high quality charter schools. 
• When: Applications due June 27, 2024. 
• Where: Apply today. 

ATTEND: Upcoming Events

Join these conferences and activities to connect with fellow charter school advocates!

• June 30-Jul. 3: National Charter Schools Conference, presented by The National Alliance -- Boston, MA  
• July 21-23: North Carolina Charter Schools Conference -- Charlotte, NC
• Oct. 8-10: Pennsylvania Coalition of Public Charter Schools Conference  -- Lancaster, PA 
• Oct. 11: Colorado League of Charter Schools Leadership Summit -- Aurora, CO
• Oct. 21-24: NACSACon -- Houston, TX 

See more upcoming events. 

READ: What We're Reading

• Bill Package Modernizes Charter School Law, Eases Requirements in Louisiana: 'Goes a Long Way' | Times-Picayune
• A Nuanced View of What Will Reduce Educational Inequities (Op-Ed) | Star-Tribune 
• Schools Better at Preparing Girls to Vote | Education Next
• New Charter helps Students Learn a Trade (Editorial) | Las Vegas Review-Journal 
• Signatures Being Gathered to Get Charter Schools Protected in Colorado Constitution | The Center Square 

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