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TOMORROW (3/19) Omotayo Adeeko, PhD and Molly Ferrer of Jeffco Public Schools will share lessons learned about quality contracting and how clear, enforceable conditions can support academic, financial, and organizational accountability at each phase. Gain insight into treating the contract as a living framework that guides expectations and decision-making over time and leave with practical ideas for strengthening your own contracting practices. Save your spot ➡️ qualitycharters.zoom.us/meeting/regist…

We are committed to ensuring #NACSACon 2026 reflects the voices and needs of our attendees. To achieve this, we are forming a dedicated group to provide input throughout the planning process. Join us in shaping the conference experience. Apply to be part of the NACSACon 2026 Advisory Committee before April 17 ➡️ docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAI…

How do families respond when schools close, and what messaging resonates? In our latest episode of Community Conversations with NACSA, VP of Communications Courtney Hughley shares three simple messaging strategies based on recent parent focus group findings. Clarence Burton Jr., CEO of Denver Families for Public Schools, shares what this communication looks like in action. Listen to the 15-minute episode to see how our findings compare with your approach ➡️buzzsprout.com/2208122/episod…

Join us next week (3/19), as Omotayo Adeeko, PhD and Molly Ferrer of Jeffco Public Schools share lessons learned about quality contracting and how clear, enforceable conditions can support academic, financial, and organizational accountability at each phase. Gain insight into treating the contract as a living framework that guides expectations and decision-making over time and leave with practical ideas for strengthening your own contracting practices. Save your spot ➡️ qualitycharters.zoom.us/meeting/regist…

NACSA’s Consulting Services combine more than 25 years of experience working alongside authorizers with customized, outcomes-focused support. Delivered by authorizing and policy experts, our consulting is rooted in national best practices, practical tools, and data-driven insights to help authorizers navigate day-to-day challenges, strengthen oversight, and elevate standards of quality in charter schooling. Looking for support and guidance to strengthen your work? Learn more about our services and contact us to schedule a consultation ➡️ qualitycharters.org/consulting-ser…

NACSA is dedicated to creating resources that reflect real challenges authorizers face today. Tell us about a challenge you're facing to help shape future resources, podcasts, and blogs ➡️ docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAI…

"It’s grounding to be reminded that when the ecosystem works better together, students are the ones who benefit most." Veronica Brooks-Uy reflects on her experience at the @DiverseCharters convening earlier this month. Read more➡️ qualitycharters.org/2026/02/better…

We’re excited to announce the newest cohort NACSA's Leaders Program! 🎉 These leaders are committed to building systems that are transparent, equitable, and grounded in quality. Meet the 2026 cohort and read their full bios here➡️ qualitycharters.org/2026/02/2026-n…

Deciding whether a school will continue to operate is one of the most critical—and impactful—responsibilities of any authorizer. Learn more about why strong renewal decisions matter ➡️ linkedin.com/pulse/strong-r… Then explore our Renewal Application and Guidance ➡️ qualitycharters.box.com/s/yhxvliuo52gr… And don't forget to join us TOMORROW (2/19) to see renewal in action at Third Thursdays ➡️ qualitycharters.zoom.us/meeting/regist…

Don't miss the opportunity to see renewal in action! This Thursday (2/19), Jamie Garwood (Ball State University, Indiana) will walk through their renewal process and timeline, highlighting the strategies and tools that lead to high-quality, transparent, and equitable renewal decisions. Save your spot➡️qualitycharters.zoom.us/meeting/regist…

Join us next Thursday (2/19) to explore how renewal decisions come together in practice with Jamie Garwood (Ball State University). Consider renewal recommendations, talk through your thinking with peers, and reflect on your own renewal processes in this interactive session. Save your spot ➡️ qualitycharters.zoom.us/meeting/regist…

@SUNYCharters is hiring! Head to our job more to learn more about this position ➡️ qualitycharters.org/authorizer-job… Have an authorizing job you want to amplify? Let us know ➡️ docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAI…

In our latest blog, we break down the key national and federal developments shaping the charter sector this year, from current events, upcoming Charter Schools Program (CSP) competitions, and proposed legislative changes to Department of Education restructuring efforts. Learn why these issues matter for authorizers, schools, students, and communities. Read more ➡️ qualitycharters.org/2026/01/the-na…

Veronica Brooks-Uy and Alex Medler attack some of the more difficult conversations about state policy and district authorizing head on in the latest episode of Community Conversations with NACSA. Listen now ➡️ buzzsprout.com/2208122/episod…

The latest episode of Community Conversations with NACSA is LIVE! Veronica Brooks-Uy sits down with Alex Medler of the National Network for District Authorizing (NN4DA). Together, they examine how NACSA’s state policy recommendations support effective district authorizing, including attacking some of the more difficult conversations head on. Listen now ➡️ …conversationswithnacsa.buzzsprout.com/2208122/episod…

Calling new and emerging charter school authorizers! NACSA is launching a New Authorizers Network—a supportive, peer learning community focused on real-world practice and shared problem-solving for professionals new to the field of authorizing. We kickoff on February 3! Learn more and join us: forms.gle/4hTmdKt2c5HPSU…

Join us next week as we talk federal policy and what it means for authorizing. Jason Zwara (NACSA) and Amanda Fenton (Capitol Advocacy Partners) will cover pending legislation, U.S. Department of Education priorities and challenges, and policy trends in assessment and accountability—plus time for your questions. Save your spot ➡️ qualitycharters.zoom.us/meeting/regist…

Community Conversations with NACSA had its biggest year yet! With expert voices, timely topics, and listeners tuning in from across the country, our podcast continues to spotlight the people, policies, and practices shaping quality authorizing. Join the conversation by listening today. Streaming wherever you get your podcasts ➡️ …conversationswithnacsa.buzzsprout.com/2208122

Congratulations to our 2025 Change Makers! From strengthening systems and policies to supporting schools and students on the ground, these leaders exemplify what it means to lead with purpose and impact. Hear their stories in the latest episode of Community Conversations with NACSA. Stream it wherever you get your podcasts ➡️ buzzsprout.com/2208122/episod…