A Public School Academy (PSA) is a state‐supported public school operating under a charter contract issued by a public authorizing body. PSAs are also commonly referred to as charter schools. A charter school is required to adhere to Michigan statutes and rules for special education, as well as the federal requirement. A charter school is not a private school.
Charter schools must accept every student who applies (or hold a lottery if there are more applicants than the school can accommodate). Read more: Charter School Q&A from Michigan Department of Education (the section on special education begins on page 15)
Charter School Transparency Dashboard Interactive map provides comprehensive information on all charter schools authorized in Michigan. The dashboard includes information on
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- Charter school contracts
- Student performance data
- Lead administrator, board president, and authorizer contact information
Parents need to ask important questions when considering enrolling in a charter school. You can find the answer to many questions about PSA’s here:
- Frequently Asked Questions about the Rights of Students with Disabilities in Public Charter Schools under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (OSERS)
- Frequently Asked Questions about the Rights of Students with Disabilities in Public Charter Schools under Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (OCR)
- Know Your Rights in Charter Schools (CPIR)
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