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CBLA poured into me…these months together have taught me to be open-minded, a better listener and to give back by serving.

CBLA Graduate

We invite you to be a part of our mission. Participants include current charter board members, as well as active community members who have the passion and qualifications to assume leadership roles in charter schools. LAPCS works diligently to connect graduates that are not currently serving on a charter board with board opportunities.

The academy explores the most critical issues facing charter boards. Fellows gain mastery in effective board governance and are prepared to assume the responsibility of public school board service.

The CBLA curriculum includes:

• Standards of Effective Charter School Governance
  
• Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion
  
• Academic & Fiscal Oversight
  
• School Leader Support & Evaluation
  
• Regional Charter Governance
  
• Crisis Communications & Graduation
  

A Transformative Experience with Real Results

97% of Fellows

• have a greater knowledge of their roles and responsibilities as a current/future board leader
• are better equipped to be an effective charter school board leader
• have been given the tools to effect positive change across their school boards as a whole

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Who Should Apply?

• Members of the public who have the passion, experience, and motivation to serve on charter school boards and who aspire to a leadership role on a public charter school board
• Current charter board members

The Ideal Candidate has:

• A passion for educational equity in the K-12 context
• Professional and/or community leadership experience
• An action orientation with a focus on results
• A skill for collaboration and building relationships
• High standards for personal ethics and integrity
• Track record of successfully leading change efforts is a plus

As a CBLA Fellow, you will

• Participate in workshops on board leadership, board structure and practice, accountability, and equity
• Build knowledge of the current education landscape and analyze examples of exemplary governance from experienced practitioners in and outside of your geographical area
• Participate in networking and community-building events
• Learn how to translate board leadership into real change
• Have an opportunity, as a charter board candidate, to be connected with school boards in need of your skills and experience

Commitment

• Complete an application
• Attend all scheduled workshops and meetings
• Attend periodic networking and social engagements
• Be willing to be included in the LAPCS Board Book available to local boards for recruitment purposes

Benefits

• Learn the practices and strategies that enhance the effectiveness of charter school and nonprofit boards
• Connect with community and business leaders
• Mentorship by experienced board leaders
• Personalized board matching for new board members

Making Equity a Priority

The Charter Board Leadership Academy actively promotes and expands diversity on charter school boards. We empower community members to participate in the governance of our schools.

Questions? Please contact LAPCS Governance at [email protected]