CA Charter Schools Association

CA’s education budget conversation continues with @CAgovernor's May Revision proposal, which includes key investments in K-12 schools statewide. In this statement our President & CEO Myrna Castrejón highlights what stands out, from special education funding to long-term school stability, and why it matters for California students & communities. Read the full statement. 👇 ccsa.org/posts/ccsa-sup…

California charter public schools are leading the way. @CALcharters launches Community Schools In Action: Charter Public Schools Leading the Way—showing how schools across CA are meeting real needs with real solutions. Read more: hubs.la/Q04fFn2J0 #CommunitySchoolsInAction #ChartersAreCommunitySchools

77 California charter schools named 2026 Distinguished by @CADeptEd! 🌟 Celebrating the students, educators & families driving excellence across the state. 💛🎓 Read press release here: ccsa.org/posts/californ… #Charterschools #CADistinguishedSchools

🌟Congratulations to Senate Majority Leader @SenatorAshby, recipient of CCSA's 2026 Hart Vision Elected Official of the Year Award! 🌟 Honored for her leadership and advocacy for all students statewide. Learn more: ccsa.org/posts/ccsa-hon… #CAcharters

Celebrating our 2026 @CADeptEd Purple Star Member Schools! These #charterschools are recognized for the way they support military-connected students & families. ⬇️ @Dimensions_SD Elevate School: elevateschool.com @Elite_Academic Innovations Academy: innovationsacademy.org Pacific View Charter: pacificview.org River Oaks Academy: riveroakscharter.com

CTE Spotlight: Da Vinci Schools (@dvschools) is creating strong career-connected pathways across TK–12 and postsecondary programs, powered by partnerships with industry and higher education. #CTEMonth publiccharters.org/wp-content/upl…

On MLK Day, we celebrate his vision for education and equality. Every student deserves an education that builds both mind and character. California’s charter public schools are doing exactly that, offering innovative, flexible learning environments where students thrive. #MLKDay #CharterSchools

CCSA Congratulates Assemblymember Dr. Darshana R. Patel on Her Appointment as Chair of the Assembly Education Committee SACRAMENTO, CA – Today, California Charter Schools Association President and CEO Myrna Castrejón issued the following statement regarding the appointment of Assembymember Patel, whose district spans northern San Diego County, as Chair pf the Assembly Education Committee: “On behalf of the California Charter Schools Association and the more than 700,000 students enrolled in charter public schools across the state, we congratulate Assemblymember Dr. Darshana R. Patel on her appointment as Chair of the Assembly Education Committee. With her experience as a research scientist, former school board president, and longtime advocate for educational equity, Dr. Patel brings deep expertise and a strong commitment to student success. We look forward to working with her leadership to strengthen public education and ensure all California students have access to high-quality learning opportunities.”

Congratulations to @AsmDarshana on her appointment as Chair of the Assembly Education Committee. Her leadership and commitment to educational equity will be an asset to California’s students and schools. We look forward to working together. ➡ Read statement in comments.

CCSA appreciates @CAgovernor Newsom’s long-term approach to K–12 education. Students and schools need predictability to succeed. CCSA also looks forward to continuing to work with the Governor and Legislature to strengthen our K–12 system. Read our official statement here ➡️hubs.la/Q03-gLR30 #CAcharters #CharterSchools #PublicEducation

We extend our condolences on the passing of @RepLaMalfa. We recognize his more than two decades of service to California and his support for charter public schools, parents, and students across the state. ▶️ Read our statement: ccsa.org/posts/ccsa-iss…

📊The 2025 CAASPP results are in! CA charter public schools are helping students gain confidence, master skills, & achieve strong results. 🌟Spotlight on PUC Milagro, LaVerne Prep, & NOVA Academy. Read more in Myrna Castrejón’s Innovate & Educate column: info.ccsa.org/blog/charter-p…

We’re honored to receive recognition from the California Native American Legislative Caucus, presented by Asm. James C. Ramos, for our continued partnership and support. Together, we’re advancing understanding, equity, and collaboration across California. #NativeAmericanHeritage #CAleg #EducationForAll #EducationEquity

🏛️ A Monumental Win for CCSA! 🎉 “SB 414 strikes the right balance… protecting families’ access to innovative learning models while putting enforceable guardrails in place.” – Sen. Akilah Weber Pierson ✅ Passed with bipartisan support ✅ Governor Newsom’s review by Oct. 12 ✅ Possible AB 84 follow-up in January 📖 EdSource: hubs.la/Q03JQ8L10 #CharterSchools #CAcharters #ProtectMyCharterSchool

Victory! 🎉 Thanks to thousands of calls, emails & actions, we passed SB 414 and stopped AB 84 & SB 494. When we unite for students, families & schools, we win. 💪 #ProtectMyCharterSchool #CharterSchools

📊 New poll: 65% of CA voters support charter public schools — up 8 points! Voters are clear: it’s time to pass #SB414 to strengthen accountability, protect families, and keep dollars in classrooms. Full press release ➡️ hubs.la/Q03JcvLy0 #CAcharters #CharterPublicSchools

🚨ACTION ALERT UPDATE: Both AB 84 (Muratsuchi) and SB 494 (Cortese) were amended in an attempt to block SB 414 (Ashby). This is a clear tactic to divide and confuse #charterschools. 💪We won’t let that happen – Support SB 414 TODAY and let your legislator know ➡️ info.ccsa.org/protect-my-cha…