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PARTNERING
WITH CMU
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1994
CMU was the first university
authorizer in the nation
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driving
INNOVATION
The Center takes pride in building visionary
The Center takes pride in building visionary
partnerships that drive innovative educational
programs while connecting schools with state-
of-the-art resources that help influence future
decisions in the key areas of academics, finance
and operations.
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supporting
CHOICE
The Center believes every student should
have access to quality educational options
regardless of where they live. This conviction
drives the Center’s efforts in offering unique
learning environments to fit the individualized
needs of today’s students.
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demonstrating
EXCELLENCE
The Center has established high standards that
set CMU schools apart from others. Students in
CMU-authorized schools have consistently proven
their ability to excel academically.
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NEW SCHOOL
SUPPORT
Content area experts assist in navigating Michigan
school landscape allowing schools to open efficiently
and effectively:
SITE VISITS
BOARD AND ADMINISTRATOR TRAINING
DATA REPORTING
TAILORED ASSISTANCE IN AREAS OF ACADEMIC,
FINANCE AND COMPLIANCE
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ACADEMIC
ACCOUNTABILITY
AND SUPPORT
EDUCATIONAL GOAL
Oversee progress
Development of growth measure
ASSESSMENTS
Oversee assessment administration
EDUCATIONAL PROGRAM REVIEW
Gather qualitative data on
areas of need
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FISCAL
ACCOUNTABILITY
AND SUPPORT
Educate and inform boards and business managers
REVIEW
Interim Financial Statements
Budgets
Annual Audits
Leases
Educational Service Provider Agreements
Insurance
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ORGANIZATIONAL
ACCOUNTABILITY
AND SUPPORT
BOARD GOVERNANCE
Appoint
Educate and Inform
MONITOR COMPLIANCE
State and Federal Law
Charter Contract
Master Calendar of Reporting Requirements
Educational Service Provider Policies
Staff Certification Reviews
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PERFORMANCE REPORTS
Regular reporting of key data to drive decision making in the areas of academics, finance
and operations through an annual report customized for each school.
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PROFESSIONAL
DEVELOPMENT
BOARD DEVELOPMENT SERIES
ADMINISTRATOR DEVELOPMENT SERIES
BUSINESS MANAGER TRAINING AND ROUNDTABLES
NEW BOARD MEMBER ORIENTATION
BOARD PRESIDENT ROUNDTABLES
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UNIVERSITY AND COLLEGE OF EDUCATION PARTNERSHIPS
STUDENTS
CMU and You Day
Camp Central for College Candidates
Spirit of the Future Scholarships
Student Success Program
Sports and Academics Camps
Campus Visits
EDUCATORS
Charter School Educator Tuition Award
Center for Clinical Experiences
State Continuing Education Clock Hours
School and Educator Professional Development Programs
Master’s Degree in School Principalship/Charter School Leadership
CMU Administration and Faculty School Visits
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SUPPORT THROUGH ADVOCACY
RELATIONSHIPS AND PARTNERSHIPS
To provide additional resources, assist schools to resolve
issues and open door to opportunities, the Center has built
relationships with:
MDE
VARIOUS STATE AGENCIES
STATE AND NATIONAL CHARTER SCHOOL ADVOCACY ORGANIZATIONS
COMMUNITY AND PHILANTHROPIC ORGANIZATIONS
LEGISLATORS
GOVERNOR'S OFFICE
COMMUNITY ORGANIZATIONS AND STAKEHOLDERS
With a commitment to impacting all education, the Center works
to help inform:
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recognized as a
MODEL AUTHORIZER
Routinely called on to share best practices, the Center
is a leader in the charter school community. The Center
has established a solid reputation as the go to entity for
data, resources and information about authorizer and
charter school policies as well as other education
reform issues.
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UNIVERSITY BOARD
EXPECTATIONS
The University's Board policy established three core
questions to consider when issuing a charter contract:
IS THE ACADEMY'S ACADEMIC PROGRAM SUCCESSFUL?
IS THE ACADEMY ORGANIZATIONALLY AND FINANCIALLY VIABLE?
IS THERE A DEMONSTRATION OF GOOD FAITH IN FOLLOWING THE
TERMS OF THE CHARTER CONTRACT AND APPLICABLE LAW?
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CHARTER
APPLICATION
PROCESS
The application process is designed
to identify applicants who:
ARTICULATE A PROMISING VISION
PROVIDE A QUALITY EDUCATIONAL PROGRAM
PROPOSE A SOUND BUSINESS PLAN, INCLUDING
DEMONSTRATED NEED
DEMONSTRATE THE ABILITY TO IMPLEMENT A
HIGH-QUALITY SCHOOL