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“4th & 5th graders presented their
findings at our student led technology
conference. How do we make
decisions about developing new
technology?”
“Thank you @EdTechPBC for coming
out to celebrate our students’ learning
success.” Twitter, February 13

“Finishing off the school year at @
Lake_Park_Lions teaching classes
how to use @AdobeExpress. Amazing
projects being created! I love when the
students share their skills/tricks with
each other!” Twitter, May 3

Charter Schools

The Department of Charter Schools authorizes, reviews, and renews the 48 charter schools located in the School District of
Palm Beach County. These charter schools currently operate in all major geographic areas of Palm Beach County providing
school choice to over 22,000 students in elementary, middle, high, alternative, exceptional student education, and technical
educational school settings.

Charter schools are tuition-free public schools which operate under a performance contract or "charter" agreement
between a governing board and the local public school board. Charters are independent public schools of choice that hire
their own teachers, design their own academic programs, and control their own finances. They have more flexibility to
provide a unique curriculum, while remaining accountable for advancing student achievement.
Pursuant to Florida Statute 1002.33, charter schools shall:
• Improve student learning and academic achievement;
• Increase learning opportunities for all students, with special emphasis on low-performing students;
• Encourage the use of innovative learning outcomes; and
• Require the measurement of learning outcomes.

The School District of Palm Beach County is committed to sponsoring a system of high-quality charter schools to provide
students and families school choice and innovation that promotes educational excellence. The Department of Charter
Schools operates under three core principles:
• Maintain High Standards
• Uphold Charter School Autonomy
• Protect Student and Public Interests

The District recognizes charter schools as important partners in providing quality choice options for the students and
families of Palm Beach County.

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