WHO WE ARE
We are a coalition of community-based, public charter schools representing all corners of our state. While we are all unique in our pedagogy and practice, what unites us is our commitment to educational innovation and to high quality schools for all students. We offer advocacy, support, and guidance to community-based, public charter schools throughout Oregon.
ORC3S MEMBERSHIP
Joining the Oregon Coalition of Community Charter Schools is easy.
ORC3S offers two categories of membership: Full and Affiliate Membership.
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Contact us at membership@orc3s.org with questions or for additional information.
The annual fee to join the Oregon Coalition of Community Charter Schools is based on current student enrollment. For the 2018-19 school year, the fees are:
Full member schools
Enrollment under 300 students: $2,400
Enrollment of 301 - 800 students: $6,000
Enrollment over 800: please contact membership at membership@orc3s.org for fee information.
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Affiliate member schools (affiliate members are non-voting member schools)
Enrollment under 300 students: $1,200
Enrollment of 301 - 800 students: $2,400
Enrollment over 800: please contact membership at membership@orc3s.org for fee information.
WHAT DO I GET FOR MY MEMBERSHIP?
In addition to being a part of a coalition of community-based charter schools, the Oregon Coalition of Community Charter Schools is here to provide your school support and technical assistance on chartering, governance, leadership, human resource management, and advocacy.
We will work with policymakers at the state and local levels to advocate for policies that support community-based charter schools and work to the benefit of all public education. We'll also support you in building relationships with local, state and federal lawmakers.
ORC3S MEMBERSHIP is open to Oregon community-based charter schools that:
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are Tax-exempt 501(c)(3) entities
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Have a current charter contract with a sponsor under ORS Chapter 338
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Primarily serve students in a physical location
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Affirm the Oregon Coalition of Community Charter School's Guiding Principles