Q: Why Charter Schools?
A: A charter school offers
a choice in public education. It is free of the many restrictions
that shape traditional public schools, and therefore is able to
pursue innovative teaching methods that will improve student learning.
There are no entrance requirements, other than that the student qualify
for the grade for which they apply.
Q: What is Innovations Charter School?
A: The Innovations Charter
School will be an autonomous, community-supported, co-educational,
college preparatory middle and high school serving grades 7
through 12 in Philadelphia, PA in
Southeast Pennsylvania. Our school will focus on preparing students for
the adult world through serving the needs of the greater
community and developing both business and technology skills through hands on learning. The
school will be safe, nurturing, small, diverse and inclusive, and will
challenge all of our students to achieve to high academic standards.
Q: Who Can Attend?
A: Charter schools are open to all students from any school
district regardless of current attendance at public or private
school.
Q: How Much Does It Cost?
A: Innovations Charter School is tuition-free. As a public
school, Innovations CS will provide a free
education for its students.
Q: How Are Charter Schools Paid For?
A: Charter schools are funded by the state's per pupil
allotment, as well as private donations and grants.
Q: When Do You Expect To Open?
A: Our charter school proposal has been submitted to the William
Penn School District. With approval expected in March 2010, we plan
to open our school in Philadelphia, PA in September 2010.
Q: How Many Students Will Be Enrolled?
A: Eventually the school will enroll approximately
700 students in 7th through 12th grades. If there are more applications
than spaces available, then students will be chosen by lottery.
Q: If I Am Interested In Enrolling My Child in Your School, What Should I Do Next?
A: Simply fill out a "Letter of Intent" and
just send it when it is complete. You will be kept informed of
the progress of our school and we will provide you with on-going
information regarding meetings and events.
Q: Where Do I Write If I Would Like More
Information?
A: Please send all
inquiries to: Innovations Charter School Admin Office, 304
Levering Mill Road, Bala Cynwyd, PA 19004. Or, feel free to
send us an e-mail by clicking here and we will include you on our mailing
list.
