Charter Schools

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Vision & Mission

The Division of Authorizing strives to increase the quality of charter schools and virtual/hybrid programs and schools across Texas. We measure this success through the strength of our portfolio our authorizing practices, and belief from the education community on our LEA-focused mindset.

We are driven to cultivate innovative, high-quality learning opportunities and to empower the charter community, virtual/hybrid school and course providers, and district leaders through leadership, guidance and support.

News & Events

Generation 30 Application Cycle is Open

The Subchapter D: Open-Enrollment application cycle is now open. Prospective applicants must register for at least one Application Information Session. All application documents and registration links can be found on our Charter School Applicants page.

Please direct all question to the New Schools team via email charterapplication@tea.texas.gov.

Generation 29 Approved Applications

The State of Education has concluded its deliberations on the proposed Generation 29 applicants. The following have been approved and will continue to the contingency phase of the application cycle:

  • Infinite Minds (Arlington)
  • Pathway Academy (Big Spring)
  • The Texas Girls School (Austin)
  • Unparalleled Preparatory Academy (Manor)

Subchapter G Application Cycle is Open

The new Subchapter G application cycle is now open. Prospective applicants must register for at least one Application Information Session. All application documents and registration links can be found on our Charter School Applicants page.

Please direct all question to the new schools application team via email charterapplication@tea.texas.gov.

TREx Access Is Open to New Charter Campuses and Sites 

Charters now have access to TREx for those campuses/sites to obtain records for students who are being enrolled in the new campus/site. The campus must be activated in AskTED and listed as “Under Construction” for access to be available. 

Resources & Information

The following webpages provide useful information and additional links to other resources.. 

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Contact Information

Department of Authorizing and Policy
charterschools@tea.texas.gov
Phone (512) 463-9575

For additional support, email the following as appropriate:

Authorizing Staff