FULLER NORMAL ADVANCED TECHNOLOGY CHARTER SCHOOL

A better place to learn

A better way to achieve

A better way to teach

We offer students and staff a unique, innovative, and technologically enriched educational opportunities for K-5 students on a 75 acre campus with state-of-the art facilities.   We will be using the Core Knowledge curriculum.

Immediate openings

Principal

Administrative Assistant (SASI Trained)

Full Time Teaching Positions

Kindergarten – Three positions

Kindergarten – Three teacher assistants

First, Second & Third Grade – Two positions each

Fourth & Fifth Grade – One position each

Special Education Teacher/Coordinator – One position

Special Education Teacher Assistant

Full Benefits Package

Complete application available at www.fnatcs.org

Email admin@fnatcs.org or Fax resume at 864-801-0225

Sponsored by the Greenville County School District, governed by the FNATCS Board of Directors in collaboration with FNATCS Parents & Students.  Located at 901 Anderson Road, Greenville, SC 29601. 

Wohali Academy, Inc.

Travelers Rest, SC

Specializing in severely emotionally and behaviorally handicapped students.

Grades K -12

Now accepting applications for the following supervisory position:

• Special Education Coordinator

Qualifications:  Experience with/knowledge of local, state, federal special education laws/regulations.  Experience with IEP development and oversight.  Conducting and scheduling IEP meetings, manifestation meetings.

Attention to detail and organization a must.  Experience working with difficult and emotionally challenged youth.

Competitive Salary commiserates with experience.

Accepting applications for the following certified teaching positions:

• Special Education – ED / LD / MD
• Secondary Math
• Secondary English
• Secondary Science
• Secondary Social Studies
• Secondary Spanish
• Secondary Business/Marketing/Computer Technology
• Secondary Family and Consumer Sciences

Full and part time positions available

Competitive wages and benefits

Innovative teaching environment.

Contact:          Laura Blackmore, Principal

      Email:       laurablackmore@bellsouth.net

       Fax:          (864)834-8013

SCAPCS

INCLUDING…

Advocacy…

Technical Assistance…

Professional Development…

Legal Defense…

Legislative Action…

Facilities Finance & Construction…

Public Affairs…

Research & Analysis…

Quality Standards…

South Carolina is currently undergoing a transformation in public education choice for parents and students.  Public charter schools in our state have moved out of the “expeditionary mode” to a firmly established choice – we currently have 23 charter schools operating and there are 10 scheduled to open this fall.

The South Carolina Association of Public Charter Schools emphasizes best practices in teaching – learning, operations - management, and policy – governance.

MAJOR ACHIEVEMENT AND SERVICES

ADVOCACY, ADVOCACY, ADVOCACY

Now more than ever charter schools need representation at the local, states, and federal levels.  We work tirelessly to protect charter schools from the regulations and school district bureaucracy which stifle the ability of charters to operate in the best interest of their students, parents, and employees.

 PASSING AN AMENDED CHARTER SCHOOL STATUTE

SCAPCS is credited with “saving” the charter school law altogether and improving the authorization process through the establishment of the State Charter School Advisory Committee.  There were only seven charter schools prior to the change in the law.  There is now a uniform application and a set of regulations which provide for clarity in submitting and approving an application.

 CONTINUED LEGISLATIVE ACTION

SCAPCS has successfully introduced new and pioneering legislation which would create a state-wide Carolina Public Charter School District as an additional authorizer.  Passage of this legislation will ensure rapid growth of quality charter schools.

CREATION OF NEW, COST SAVING, PURCHASING PROGRAMS

Over the next 12 months, SCAPCS will add significantly to its pool of group purchase and preferred vendor programs.  They now include:

 

1. Lowest available pricing on software, hardware & peripherals
2. Pooled Workers Compensation premiums
3. Preferred pricing on budgeting, financial and accounting management services.
4. Comprehensive, charter-specific liability policy (including property, casualty, and D&O)
5. Student and academic information management software
6. Below wholesale pricing on all office supplies and business equipment

ONGOING MANAGEMENT OF THE LEGAL DEFENSE PROJECT

The anti-charter school lawsuits continue to cast a shadow over SC Charter Schools.  Working with the Ward Law Firm, SCAPCS has continued to defend the program in front of both the State Board of Education and, more recently, the Lee County Court of Appeals.

REGIONAL MEETINGS AND GOVERNING BOARD TRAINING

SCAPCS conducted governing board training sessions for all newly operating charters and assisted in setting-up board elections for most of our members.  Media training is also held during regular meetings.  Key topics for training includes building grassroots support, crisis management, cooperative media buying, and reaching out to the community.

UPGRADES TO WWW.SCCHARTERSCHOOLS.ORG

As part of the SCAPCS public affairs campaign, the www.sccharterschools.org web site has provided an effective online source for accurate SC specific charter school information, research, resources, news, and member-only support.

New content is posted regularly.  New components include:

 

1. The ability for member schools to create their own cost-free homepage with content controlled by the school, including its own logo and enrollment materials
2. The ability for people and organizations to update their own information
3. A member only site, with resources and news not available to non members
4. An online “job board” where individuals and schools can post and share job requests and professional opportunities
5. A preferred “A List” of vendors, school management and service providers.

HOSTING THE 2006 STATEWIDE CHARTER SCHOOL CONFERENCE

The 2006 Charter School Conference will be the best ever:

 

1. Continuing focus on developing quality charter schools
2. Over 200 participants
3. Strong sponsorship from vendors, EMOs, sponsors, and service providers

FACILITIES FINANCING AND CONSTRUCTION SERVICE

Based on a seminar this past fall, SCAPCS has organized a team of experts to structure facilities finance plans and design/build construction which is cost-effective and expeditious.

ADOPTION OF QUALITY STATEMENTS

As a member you support and adopt the “Quality Statements”, which means that you abide by a professional code to operate your charter school with the highest standards of integrity and receive as needed technical assistance to maintain these standards.

BECOME A MEMBER NOW!

 OUR MEMBERS TELL US:

“THE CASH VALUE OF MEMBER BENEFITS FAR EXCEED THE COST OF MEMBERSHIP”

The mission of the SCAPCS is to promote the common interests of South Carolina Charter Schools, including the improvement of the legal, regulatory, and financial conditions in which they operate.  It operates only so long as it is supported by the schools and their supporters.

Thanks to the SCAPCS Executive Committee, Advisory Board and to its member Charter Schools for all they do on behalf of South Carolina’s children.

Please do not hesitate to contact us with questions, comments, or concerns.

Dr. David A. Church

Executive Director

(864) 918-1057

dchurch@sccharterschools.org

Ms. Debbie Reynolds

Director of Development & Communications

(864) 275-2556

dreynolds@sccharterschools.org

The Executive Committee, in consultation with school leaders and other stakeholders has established priority areas for the next three years.  We have developed the initial list below as a starting point and will refine it based on the feedback received and resources available.

School Development

The Association will coordinate services to recruit and assist founding groups who are interested in starting, replicating, or expanding high performing charter schools in SC.  Activities will likely include the following:

• Founder Recruitment & Orientation

• Board Development Assistance

• Application Development Assistance

• Leadership Development Program

• Start-Up Grants

School Improvement

So that all charter schools achieve tangible academic results for an ever-increasing number of students, The Association will work to ensure that school leaders have the capability and capacity to recognize and address weaknesses in all areas of school governance and operations.  Activities will likely include the following:

• Develop charter School Quality Standards

• School Assessment and Improvement Plans

• Renewal and Accreditation Preparation

• Leadership Training

• Leadership Coaching

• Study Groups and Peer-to-Peer Assistance

• On-Site Technical Assistance

Professional Development

The Association will organize on its own and collaborate in the production of conferences and workshops for administrators, faculty, and staff to assist with professional development and encourage networking opportunities.  Activities will likely include the following:

• Teacher Recruitment and Retention Project

• Workshops, Seminars, Institutes

• Credit-bearing Coursework

• Instructional Coaching

• Study groups and Peer-to-Peer Assistance

• Parenting Classes, Parent/Family Engagement, and Parent Advocacy Training

Membership Services

The Association will monitor educational developments and trends relevant to academic and administrative practices in schools, facilitate communication and cooperative projects among member schools, and provide counsel on the wide-ranging academic and administrative issues all schools encounter.  It will serve as a liaison for the member schools with the Charter Schools Leadership Council the South Carolina State Department of Education, and other local and national educational associations, service providers, and policymakers.  Activities will likely include the following:

• Newsletters and Publications

• Helpline

• Benefits, discounts, Purchasing Cooperatives

• Back Office Services

• Facilities Support

• Teacher Recruitment & Retention Project

• Special Events (i.e., annual conference, student/staff recruitment fair, awards dinner)

• School-based IT and Data Management Support

• Web-Based Customer Relations Management System (with functions such as database, job bank, vendor bank, event calendar, and document library)

Policy/Advocacy

The Association will be a resource for information about legislation, policy, and regulations, and will advocate on behalf of charter schools in the SC General Assembly, SC Governor’s Office and the United States Congress.  It will serve as a catalyst and a vehicle for collective action where the vital interests of the schools are involved, and where interests coincide, work in partnership with other educational associations.  Activities will likely include the following:

• Legislative Agenda Development

• Proactive Advocacy Plan Development

• Local Legislation and regulation Monitoring

• Issue Briefs and Acton Alerts

• Advocacy Training

• Lobby Days

Public Image

The Association will promote charter schools speaking for their autonomy, general welfare and reputation before the agencies of the local government, the media, and the public.  Statistics regarding schools will be collected, analyzed, and disseminated periodically in a manner that allows charter schools to tell their own story.  Activities will likely include the following:

• Communications Plan Development

• Media Trainings

• Materials to Promote Charter Schools

• Events to Promote Charter Schools

• Media Campaign to Promote Charter Schools