Bill > SB2062

This bill amends the Illinois School Code to modify the charter school renewal process, specifically focusing on authorization and oversight. Under the new provisions, charter schools authorized by the State Board of Education must now provide a copy of their charter renewal proposal to the local school board(s) of the district(s) where they operate, simultaneously with submission to the State Board. The bill introduces a new mechanism allowing local school boards an opportunity to negotiate a transfer of authorization before the State Board votes on the renewal proposal. If both the charter school and local school board agree, the authorization can be transferred from the State Board to the local school board at the end of the charter term. The bill maintains existing provisions about initial charter terms (5 years) and potential renewal periods (up to 10 years), which are contingent on the charter school meeting academic, organizational, and financial performance standards. The State Board is also granted the authority to adopt rules necessary to implement these changes, providing flexibility in administering the new requirements. The overall intent appears to be increasing local input and oversight in charter school authorization while maintaining a structured renewal process that prioritizes educational performance.

Government Affairs

https://www.ilga.gov/legislation/BillStatus.asp?DocNum=2062&GAID=18&DocTypeID=SB&SessionID=114&GA=104