About the PCSC
Mission Statement
The Public Charter School Commission’s mission is to ensure PCSC-authorized public charter schools’ compliance with Idaho statute, protecting student and public interests by balancing high standards of accountability with respect for the autonomy of public charter schools and implementing best authorizing practices to ensure the excellence of public charter school options available to Idaho families.
Commissioners

PCSC Director, Tamara Baysinger

Tamara Baysinger, Director for the Idaho Public Charter School Commission, has led the staff of Idaho’s independent authorizer since 2006.
PCSC Staff

Authorizer FAQ

The role of an authorizer is to provide oversight for charter schools, balancing the autonomy of the schools with accountability to taxpayers and students.