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.
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
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
Generation 29 Timeline
Key dates from the Generation 29 application timeline are outlined below, followed by detailed application process sections.
| Activity | Dates |
|---|---|
| Request for Application Published | July 21, 2023 |
| Information Sessions | July 28 and August 4, 2023 |
| Application Submission Deadline | November 3, 2023 |
| Completion Check | November 6–November 27, 2023 |
| Remedy Period | December 4–December 8, 2023 |
| Determination Notifications sent to Applicants: Removal or Advancement to External Review | December 20, 2023* |
| External Review of Complete Applications | January 12–April 8, 2024 |
| Additional Read Window (automatic) | April 8–April 12, 2024 |
| Determination Notifications sent to Applicants: Determination of Advancement to Capacity | April 15, 2024* |
| Interview | May 7–17, 2024 |
| Capacity Interviews with representatives from the Texas Education Agency and the State Board of Education | May 7–17, 2024 |
| Commissioner Proposes Awards | May 27, 2024 |
| State Board of Education Meeting | June 2024 |
* On or around date listed
Subchapter D: Open-Enrollment Charters
This application cycle is now closed.
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.
Resources
- Errata Notice (September 15, 2023)
- Errata Notice (September 6, 2023)
- Instructions and Guidance
- New Operator Narrative Document
(Please download file and open with Adobe Acrobat Reader.) - Experienced Operator Narrative Document
(Please download file and open with Adobe Acrobat Reader.)
Office Hours
Webinars
Information Session (July 28th, 2023)
- Webinar Recording, Morning Session (Youtube)
- Webinar Recording, Afternoon Session (Youtube)
- Application Overview Deck (PDF)
- Charter School Law Deck (PDF)
- CSP Presentation Deck (PDF)
- Emergent Bilingual Students Deck (PDF)
- Financial Workbook Planning Deck (PDF)
- Special Education Requirements Deck (PDF)
Governance & Community Engagement (August 9, 2023)
- Webinar Recording (Youtube)
- Governing for Success Deck (PDF)
- Governance and Community Engagement Deck (PDF)
Agency Programs and Initiatives (August 16, 2023)
- Webinar Recording (Youtube)
- Additional Days School Year Deck (PDF)
- College and Career Readiness School Models Deck (PDF)
High-Quality Instructional Materials (August 23, 2023)
Special Populations (August 30, 2023)
- Webinar Recording (Coming Soon)
Financial Plan Workbook Best Practices & Charter School Program Start-Up Grant (September 6, 2023)
- Webinar Recording (Coming Soon)
Application Final Touches & Submission (October 31, 2023)
Subchapter E: Public College or University Charters
This application cycle is now closed.
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.
Resources
- Errata Notice (September 15, 2023)
- Errata Notice (September 6, 2023)
- Instructions and Guidance
- Narrative Document
(Please download file and open with Adobe Acrobat Reader.)
Office Hours
Webinars
Information Session (July 28th, 2023)
- Webinar Recording, Morning Session (Youtube)
- Webinar Recording, Afternoon Session (Youtube)
- Application Overview Deck (PDF)
- Charter School Law Deck (PDF)
- CSP Presentation Deck (PDF)
- Emergent Bilingual Students Deck (PDF)
- Financial Workbook Planning Deck (PDF)
- Special Education Requirements Deck (PDF)
Governance & Community Engagement (August 9, 2023)
- Webinar Recording (Youtube)
- Governing for Success Deck (PDF)
- Governance and Community Engagement Deck (PDF)
Agency Programs and Initiatives (August 16, 2023)
- Webinar Recording (Youtube)
- Additional Days School Year Deck (PDF)
- College and Career Readiness School Models Deck (PDF)
High-Quality Instructional Materials (August 23, 2023)
Special Populations (August 30, 2023)
- Webinar Recording (Coming Soon)
Financial Plan Workbook Best Practices & Charter School Program Start-Up Grant (September 6, 2023)
- Webinar Recording (Coming Soon)
Application Final Touches & Submission (October 31, 2023)
Subchapter G: Adult Education Charters
This application cycle is now closed.
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
- Errata Notice (October 6, 2023)
- Instructions and Guidance
- Narrative Document
(Please download file and open with Adobe Acrobat Reader.) - Frequently Asked Questions
Webinars
Information Session (August 25th, 2023)
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