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Charter Schools are independent public schools free from some rules and regulations that apply to traditional public school districts. In exchange for flexibility, charter school sponsors hold schools accountable for results. Charter schools are:

non-sectarian
do not discriminate in their admission policies
may not charge tuition or fees

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Missouri Releases New Annual 2024 Performance Report:

December 11, 2024

Charter Schools Continue to Demonstrate Strong Student Improvement The Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (MODESE) recently released the 2024 Annual Performance Reports (APR), Missouri’s measure for calculating how […]

St. Louis Charter Schools Join with Urban League “Slow Down” Campaign

October 28, 2024

Expanded campaign Halloween week to raise traffic safety awareness Confluence Academies, along with other St. Louis City charter schools, are partnering with the Urban League of Metropolitan St. Louis to […]

Charter Schools in St. Louis and Kansas City Drive Achievement Gap Closure, Placing Missouri Cities Among Top in Nation

October 10, 2024

New Research Highlights Students and Families Win in District-Charter Choice Cities St. Louis and Kansas City, MO – [October 10, 2024] – A new study published by the Progressive Policy […]

Kid and teacher walking together at crossroads charter school.

About MCPSA

Advancing Equitable Access to High-Quality Schools

Missouri Charter Public School Association (MCPSA) works to ensure all Missouri families have equitable access to high-quality schools where students can thrive. As a membership organization, MCPSA has earned a reputation as the "go-to" source for resources and support in the charter school sector.

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The MCPSA Strategic Plan: Growing Our Impact by 2027

Over the next few years, MCPSA has the opportunity to clarify its role as the only organization dedicated specifically to the needs of Missouri charter schools, reground stakeholders in our shared vision, and build the support needed to bring it to life. With this strategic plan, we expect to see a renewed focus on charter quality, increased public support, and continued growth.

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