Information for Applicants
The information below will help you get started with information you need to begin the application process.
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Who may start a charter school in Georgia?
Existing local schools, private individuals, private organizations, and state and local public entities may organize a charter public school subject to a performance-based contract approved by both the state and local boards of education or by the state board of education alone.
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Who cannot start a charter school in Georgia?
The term "charter petitioner" does not include home study programs or schools, sectarian schools, religious schools, private for-profit schools, private educational institutions not established, operated, or governed by the State of Georgia, or existing private schools.
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How do I petition the State Charter Schools Commission of Georgia to authorize a charter school?
You may find the petition application, timeline, evaluation guide, and other helpful materials by navigating the links on the left side of this page.
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Does the SCSC provide assistance to petitioners?
The SCSC hosts an annual Petitioner Boot Camp, petitioner webinars and Early Feedback Program. More information is available on the Petitioner Resources page.