Public Meetings
IPCSC meetings are open to the public and multiple opportunities are available for public participation. Learn More
IPCSC Policy
The policies and procedures of the Idaho Public Charter School Commission provide detail about navigating various processes. Learn More
IPCSC Schools
The IPCSC is the largest charter granting authority in Idaho. Currently, the IPCSC authorizes over 40 charter schools, 3/4 of all Idaho charter schools. Learn More
Public Charter School Commission
Autonomy, Accountability, Access.
The IPCSC’s mission is to cultivate exemplary public charter schools.
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Idaho statute describes the process through which the IPCSC may consider new charter petitions. Administrative rule and IPCSC policy provide additional structure.
IPCSC portfolio schools submit three reports directly to the authorizer and pay an authorizer fee annually. All public schools, including public charter schools, submit additional reports to the SDE and the SBE.
Idaho statute requires that all public charter schools in the state be periodically reviewed by their authorizer for the purpose of determining whether or not the charter school should continue operations. Public charter schools are considered for renewal every five years.
As a public charter school gains experience and develops its student body over time, its board may choose to apply to the authorizer for an expansion or other changes to the school model.