Charter School Applicants
Several types of charter schools operate in the state of Texas. State-authorized charter schools include Open-Enrollment Subchapter D, Subchapter E, and Mission Specific. District-authorized Subchapter C Charter Schools also operate in Texas, and information can be found on our Campus Charters page.
Subchapter D: Open-Enrollment Charters
This application cycle is now open.
Subchapter D charters are open-enrollment charter schools operated by an eligible entity as defined in TEC §12.101. The state may grant open-enrollment charters to the following entities:
- An institution of higher education as defined under TEC, §61.003(8);
- A private or independent institution of higher education as defined under TEC §61.003(15);
- An organization that is exempt from taxation under Section 501(c)(3), Internal Revenue Code of 1986 [26 U.S.C.S. Section 501(c)(3)]; or
- A governmental entity.
Application Documents
- Instruction and Guidance (PDF)
- New Operator Narrative Document (PDF, please download and open with Adobe Acrobat Reader.)
- Experienced Operator Narrative (PDF, please download and open with Adobe Acrobat Reader.)
High-Performing Entity (Local)
- Instruction and Guidance (PDF)
- Narrative Document (Word)
- Timeline
High-Performing Entity (Out of State)
- Instruction and Guidance (PDF)
- Narrative Document (Word)
- Timeline
Webinars
Information Sessions
Support Seminar Registration
- October 9, 2024 - Governance & Community Engagement & FPW Best Practices/CSP
- October 30, 2024 - Special Populations
- November 20, 2024 - Curriculum & Instruction
- December 5, 2024 - Final Steps
Office Hours
Subchapter E: Public College or University Charters
This application cycle is now open.
Subchapter E charters are open-enrollment charter schools operated by an eligible entity as defined in TEC §12.152. The state may grant open-enrollment charters to the following entities:
- a public senior college or university for an open-enrollment charter school to operate on the campus of the public senior college or university or, subject to Subsection (b), at another location in any county in this state; or
- a public junior college for an open-enrollment charter school to operate on the campus of the public junior college or in the same county in which the campus of the public junior college is located.
Application Documents
- Instruction and Guidance (PDF)
- New Operator Narrative Document (PDF, please download and open with Adobe Acrobat Reader.)
Webinars
Information Sessions
Support Seminar Registration
- October 9, 2024 - Governance & Community Engagement & FPW Best Practices/CSP
- October 30, 2024 - Special Populations
- November 20, 2024 - Curriculum & Instruction
- December 5, 2024 - Final Steps
Office Hours
Generation 30 Timeline*
Key dates from the Generation 30 application timeline are outlined below, followed by detailed application process sections.
Activity | Dates |
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Request for Application Published | September 10, 2024 |
Information Sessions | September 19 and 26, 2024 |
Application Submission | December 20, 2024 |
Completion Check | January 6 - 17, 2025 |
Remedy Period | January 21 - 24, 2025 |
Determination Notifications sent to applicants: Removal or advancement to External Review | January 27, 2025† |
External Review | January 31 - April 7, 2025 |
Additional Read Window | April 7 - 11, 2025 |
Determination Notification sent to applicant: Determination of Advancement to Capacity Interview | April 14, 2025† |
Capacity Interviews with Representatives from the Texas Education Agency and State Board of Education | May 7 - 16, 2025 |
Commissioner Proposes Awards | May 28, 2025 |
State Board of Education Meeting | June 2025 |
*No contact period for Generation 30: December 20, 2024-April 14, 2025.
†On or around date listed.
High-Performing Entity Timeline
Timeline* with January Approval
Activity | Dates |
---|---|
Request for Application Published | September 10, 2024 |
Information Sessions | September 20, 2024 (Optional) |
Application Submission | October 11, 2024 |
Completion Check | October 14 - 18, 2024 |
Remedy Period | October 21 - 25, 2024 |
Data Analysis and Eligibility Review | October 28 - November 6, 2024 |
Eligibility Determination Notification | November 8, 2024† |
Due diligence period | November 11 - 22, 2024 |
Commissioner Proposes Awards | November 26, 2024† |
State Board of Education Meeting | January 2025 |
Charter Start Year | August 2025 or Beyond |
*No contact period for HPE: October 11, 2024-November 8, 2024.
†On or around the date listed.
Timeline* with April Approval
Activity | Dates |
---|---|
Request for Application Published | September 10, 2024 |
Information Sessions | September 20, 2024 (Optional) |
Application Submission | December 2, 2024 |
Completion Check | December 2 - 6, 2024 |
Remedy Period | December 9 - 13, 2024 |
Data Analysis and Eligibility Review | December 16, 2024 - January 10, 2025 |
Eligibility Determination Notification | January 14, 2025† |
Due diligence period | January 15 - 31, 2025 |
Commissioner Proposes Awards | February 4, 2025† |
State Board of Education Meeting | April 2025 |
Charter Start Year | August 2026 or Beyond |
*No Contact period for HPE: December 2, 2024-January 14, 2025.
†On or around the date listed
Subchapter G: Adult Education Charters
This application cycle is now open.
Subchapter G charters are adult education open-enrollment charter schools operated by an eligible entity as defined in TEC §12.256. The state may grant adult education charters to the following entities:
- a nonprofit entity,
- a school district,
- an entity granted a charter under Subchapter D,
- a general academic teaching institution, public junior college, or public technical institute, as defined by TEC Section 61.003, and;
- the entity, or a member of the entity ’s executive leadership, has a successful history of providing education services, including industry certifications and job placement services, to adults 18 years of age and older whose educational and training opportunities have been limited by educational disadvantages, disabilities, homelessness, criminal history, or similar marginalizing circumstances.
Resources
- Instructions and Guidance (PDF)
- Narrative Document (Please download PDF file and open with Adobe Acrobat Reader.)
Webinars
Information Session (April 29th, June 3rd, August 5th, 2024)
- Webinar Recording (Youtube)
- Webinar Deck (PDF)
New Webinar Series: Navigating the Charter School Application
The Division of Charter School Authorizing is excited to announce our upcoming webinar series Navigating the Charter School Application Process. This two-part series will provide valuable insights into the process of applying for an open-enrollment charter school in Texas.
Whether you're new to the charter school landscape or have previously applied for a charter without success, this webinar aims to provide insight into key areas of our application process well in advance of our application launch. In doing this, we hope to provide more time for applicants to build a foundation for a stronger application.
Please note, these webinars are optional and will not meet attendance requirements for the Generation 30 Mandatory Application Information Session.
Session 1
On April 19th from 1:00pm to 3:00pm, our first session we will explore:
- Comprehensive Application Overview
- Important Timelines and Milestones
- Purpose, Definitions, and Agency Expectations of Charter Schools
- Defining Eligibility and Strong Governance
- Developing and Communicating the Mission and Vision
Resources
- Webinar Recording (YouTube)
- Application Overview Deck (PDF)
- Celebrate Dyslexia Deck (PDF)
Session 2
On June 7th from 1:00pm to 3:00pm, our second session we will explore:
- Charter School State Funding
- Components of the Financial Plan
- Aspects of Charter School Operations and Facilities
- Understanding the Superintendent Role
Resources
- Webinar Recording (YouTube)
- Application Overview Deck (PDF)
- Community Engagement Guide (PDF)
Other Application-Process Related Subpages
Charter Application Team
CharterApplication@tea.texas.gov
Brittany Glenn
Manager, New Schools Team
brittany.glenn@tea.texas.gov
John Garland
New Schools Specialist
John.Garland@tea.texas.gov
Sarah Khan
New Schools Specialist
sarah.khan@tea.texas.gov