Texas 2011-2012 Public Charter School Startup Grant

The purpose of the Public Charter School Startup Program is to increase national understanding of the charter schools model by (1) providing financial assistance for planning and initial implementation; (2) evaluating the effects of charter schools; (3) expanding the number of charter schools; and (4) encouraging states to provide support to charter schools for facilities financing. Funds are provided to new charter schools for a period not to exceed 36 months.