The document provides information about charter schools and discusses the potential benefits and possibilities of Clayton Valley High School converting to a charter school. It outlines how a charter conversion could provide more autonomy, flexibility in curriculum and operations, increased funding, improved test scores, stronger leadership and accountability, and an enhanced learning environment and school culture.

1. Clayton Valley Charter High School General Information and Possibilities…

4. Scale of California Charter Growth Growth of CA charter schools since 1993 Currently serving over 365,000 students statewide

5. Charter Distribution Throughout California Bay Area and Coastal 214 Los Angeles 267 San Diego 107 Inland Empire 58 Central Valley 104 Northeast 162

6. Conversions Statewide There are approximately 140 conversion charter schools operating in California

7. Growth by Year

8. Percent of the Movement Conversions make up 13% of all charter schools but serve 18% of total charter school enrollment

9. Grades Served Schools serving some combination of elementary grades make up 53% of all conversions

13. Academic Performance Index (API)

14. 2010 - GHCHS Compared to LAUSD high schools Granada Hills Charter 874 Palisades Charter 819 El Camino Real 798 Cleveland 756 Taft 745 Reseda 740 Eagle Rock 738 Northridge Academy 725 Chatsworth 717 North Hollywood 716 Van Nuys 716 Verdugo 712 Kennedy 695 Monroe 648

34. These are simply a few hypothetical scenarios. The possibilities and the potential results are as diverse and as plentiful as our own creativity… 800+ API Distinguished School Drop out rate plummets Increase in per pupil spending On-line course offerings Increase in enrollment Attract highly qualified staff Accountability A close-knit school community CV Pride A culture of respect RIGOR RELEVANCE RELATIONSHIPS more…