USDOE Charter School Conference April 5-6 in Wash DC

Registration Open
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U.S. Department of Education
2007 National Charter Schools Program Showcase

One City at a Time:
Expanding High Quality Charter Schools

April 5-6, 2007
Fairmont Washington
Washington, D.C.

Welcome to the National Charter Schools Program Showcase to be held on April 5th- 6th, 2007, at The Fairmont Washington DC in Washington, DC. The theme of this year's Showcase is "One City at a Time: Expanding High Quality Charter Schools" and will bring together State and Federal educational professionals committed to expanding high quality charter schools and increasing the national understanding of the charter school model in their cities and states.

The purpose of this Showcase is to:
· Expand the national dialogue about how States can use chartering as an intervention in low performing schools.
· Identify successful State practices using chartering to comply with the No Child Left Behind (NCLB) Act.
· Provide local and State leaders with current knowledge about successful charter school models and practices.
· Share up-to-date information about partnerships, initiatives, and technical assistance available to States seeking to leverage their resources and expand the number of high quality charter schools.

A varied and inclusive format has been developed to address these critical topics. Key Department of Education program offices will be presenting initiatives and resources. Special guests include eight of the nation’s most highly successful charter high schools that have closed the achievement gap.

Register now at www.sei2003.com/OII/CSPShowcase/index.htm For information on accommodations and the conference schedule please visit the Logistics and Agenda pages.