Q:

What is a charter school?

A:

Charter schools are public schools of choice. Charter schools are operated according to the provisions of a charter document. The charter document is a contract that gives the charter petitioner the authority and the public funding to operate the charter school and states how the charter school will be run. In order to continue to operate the charter school the charter petitioner is required to meet the performance objectives stated in the charter document. Charter schools help put the public back in public education by encouraging participation by parents and the local community.  Charter schools give principals the authority to manage effectively.  Charter schools allow teachers the flexibility to utilize innovative methods to reach all children.  Charter schools are public schools and can not charge tuition.  Charter schools are like free private schools.

• Who is Imagine Schools?
• What is a charter school?
• Will my child be taught by qualified teachers?
• Will Imagine International Academy of Smyrna require the same state testing as other Georgia public schools?
• Will my child still participate in art, music and foreign language?
• What are the class hours for Imagine International Academy of Smyrna students?
• Will the school have early drop-off and late pick-up for working parents?
• What is Imagine International Academy of Smyrna's policy on discipline - academically and/or behaviorally?
• Will there be computers in each classroom?
• What are the financial commitments for families when they enroll in the school?
• What is the school policy on parental presence in the classroom during school hours?