Jefferson Parish Schools (JPS) is now seeking charter applications from high quality operators to bring additional educational options to Jefferson Parish. The district invites charter operators who are interested in turning around existing schools, as well as establishing brand new schools, to submit applications for the 2019 application cycle.

Through a continued partnership with the Louisiana Department of Education (LDOE), JPS will review and select charter schools through the state-developed application process and according to the state’s timeline.

Jefferson Parish Schools 2019 District Charter School Application Process for Schools Opening in the 2020-2021 School Year or Beyond

Forms and Information Needed for Submission of a Type 1 or Type 3 Charter School Proposal

1. Charter School Application

   • Applicants should complete the 2019 Common Charter School Application found by clicking here.

   • The common application requires applicants to complete five sets of documents – a charter proposal written in response to the questions posed in the common application, a finances template, an eligibility form, background check forms, and an overview template.  Links to the last four sets of documents are embedded within the common charter application.

2. Charter School Process Schedule
   • Coming soon
3. Charter Application Review Process
   • All charter applications will be reviewed by an independent evaluator with educational, organizational, legal, and financial expertise. Applicants will have the opportunity to provide to the evaluator a written response to the independent evaluation of their charter application before the evaluator provides a final recommendation to Jefferson Parish Schools School Board.
4. Charter School Contact Information
   • Individuals or organizations with questions about the district’s charter application process should contact:
     • Semaj Allen–Raymond, Director of Charter School Partnerships and Adult Education
       semaj.allen@jppss.k12.la.us
       504-365-5312