Frontier School of Innovation Presentation

What is a Charter School?

Charter Schools are public school of choice that
operate with freedom from many of the regulations that
apply to traditional PS.


Charter Schools are

•Non-Sectarian

•Non-Discriminatory

•Tuition-Free


Unlike most other schools, Charter Schools offer:

• Small, Structured Learning Environments
• Innovative Curricula
• Flexible Educational Program
• Parental/Community Involvement
• Accountability

~ 4000 Charter Schools
~ 40 States
~ Over 1 Million Students

Charter vs. Private or Public

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PRIVATE SCHOOL PUBLIC SCHOOL
Small Free
Self-governing District Missouri Accredited
Interaction with Faculty Regularly Audited
Flexible and Dynamic Accountable to DESE
Curriculum

US Charter Schools

Rank State Est. # of CS Enrollment
1 California 1992 574 190,000
2 Arizona 1994 499 86,409
3 Florida 1996 338 82,000
4 Ohio 1997 268 62,883
5 Texas 1995 241 80,000
6 Michigan 1993 216 82,000
7 Wisconsin 1993 188 28,073
8 Minnesota 1991 131 25,000
9 Pennsylvania 1997 114 55,000
10 Colorado 1993 113 36,658

Millenium Education Foundation
Excellence and Equity in Education and Science

 A non-profit organization in Kansas City, Missouri.
 The foundation has been organized exclusively for
educational, scientific, and literary purposes.
Primary objective;
To Establish Science and Math oriented charter schools
(Frontier School of Innovation K-8)
(Frontier School of Excellence 6-12)
Dedicated educators from distinguished universities;
The University of Missouri
Park University
Stowers Institute for Medical Research
University of Houston – Victoria
Local Non profit Organizations

Mission Statement

u The mission of Frontier School of
Innovation (FSI) is to provide a
safe and collaborative environment
which will cultivate the academic
and social development of its
students by emphasizing reading,
math, science, and technology for
the purpose of students setting
and meeting future educational
goals.

Academic Goals
Mission Statement

u Graduates of FSI will have the tools necessary to
positively impact their communities as they pursue
their personal and professional aspirations. Frontier
School of Innovation believes an effective and
adequate education necessary for the citizens of the
future relies heavily on a multidimensional academic
curriculum in which all core subjects will be blended
together through various teaching methods while
promoting the development of a strong character
that supports and respects society
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Mission Statement

Educational success lies in harmony within the triad of
Teacher

Community
Student Parent

.

Academic Goals

 To demonstrate mastery in core subject areas

 To develop computer skills for research

 To ensure that each student develops life-long
learning skills

Locations in Kansas City -2007

Brookside Frontier Math and Science School

Locations in Kansas City -2009

Frontier School of Innovation (K-6)

Brookside Frontier Math and Science School(6-12)

Frontier Elementary Offers
• Integration of technology into the curriculum

• Strong Reading emphasis

• Character Education and Leadership Development

• After School Program and weekend tutorials

• Performance (Authentic) Assessment

• Different Core Course Teachers in 4th and upper grade levels

• Grade Advancement Policy

• Parental and Community Involvement

• Online Access

UNIFORM AND PERSONAL APPEARANCE

u “FSI has a uniform to help create a safe and
orderly environment, instill discipline, and
eliminate competition and distractions caused
by varied dress styles. You will be expected
to arrive in dress code every day. Please
cooperate, display modesty and neatness,
and take pride in these clean, neat and
attractive uniforms.”

Educational Programs

Mathematics
Science
Computer and Technology Applications
English and Language Arts
Social Studies
Fine Arts/Music
Foreign Language
Physical Education and Health
Character Education
Special Education Services/ ELL

Title 1 Federal Programs
Title 1 funds aim to bridge the gap
between low-income students and other
students. The U.S. Department of
Education provides supplemental funding
to local school districts to meet the needs
of at-risk and low income students.

Title 1 Federal Programs
u Migrant Education
u Section 504 Plan/IEP
u MELL
u National School Lunch/Breakfast
u Homeless Education
u Parent Compact Meeting

Advance Academic Services

u Gifted and Talented Program

u Accelerated Reading Program

u Science Projects

Parental Involvement

• PTO
• Home Visits
• Student-Teacher-Parent Dinners
• Open Houses
• Online Access to the students’ records
• Parent’s Login:
• Homework Log,
• Grades,
• Attendance,
• Discipline,
• Schedule

Frontier-Online (Database)
HSA-Online (Database)

Main Page

John Smith

John Smith

1234 Alien Road
713-xxx-xxxx
Johny Smith
John Smith @ abcd.com

Grades

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Art

Test Scores

John Smith 10-A

Mr. Apple
Mrs. Frost
Mr. Lee
Mr. Reed

Mrs. Carol

Mr. Chen

Mrs. Frost

Mr. Lee

Test Scores 2

John Smith 10-A

Mr. Apple
Mrs. Frost
Mr. Lee
Mr. Reed

Mrs. Carol

Mr. Chen

Mrs. Frost

Mr. Lee

Discipline Point System

John Smith 10-A

Mr. Apple
Mrs. Frost
Mr. Lee
Mr. Reed

Mrs. Carol

Mr. Chen

Mrs. Frost

Mr. Lee

The Building Blocks of Frontier’s
Success’

• Student Oriented Teaching

• Enriched Math and Science Curriculum

• UMKC Sponsored

• Highly Qualified and Dedicated Teachers

Enrollment Procedure

u You may apply;
- in person
- online (www.kcfsi.org)
- by mail
- by fax

APPLY TODAY!!!

For Your Child’s Future

Frontier School of Innovation
UMKC Sponsered Charter School

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