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Charter School Membership

One Voice. One Movement. Advocating for California Charter Public Schools

The California Charter Schools Association (CCSA) is the unified voice and leading advocate for California’s charter public schools. Charter public schools face different challenges depending on their region, authorizer, and political landscape. CCSA offers two membership options, allowing schools to choose the level of advocacy and protection that best fits their needs.

Membership in CCSA means standing together with strength, influence, and protection in an ever-changing political and policy landscape.

Springs Charter Schools Success Renewal Group Photo with CCSA Local Advocate.

Why Membership Matters

Charter public schools operate in complex environments, serving students across California with diverse needs. CCSA ensures schools are never navigating these challenges alone - anticipating risks, shaping outcomes, and protecting the charter movement. Membership delivers collective strength, strategic expertise, and statewide influence that no single school can achieve alone.
Photo of charter school parents, educators and supporters rallying outside of Los Angeles Unified School District Headquarters in downtown Los Angeles in Sept. 2023 ahead of a resolution which could make more than 200 LAUSD district campuses ineligible to share space with charter public schools.

Membership in Action

CCSA leads statewide and local advocacy to defend charter public schools and secure critical protections. Our legal and regulatory experts step in when renewals, funding, or facilities are at risk. Together, we move as one voice, one movement - strengthening public education across California.

Our Impact is Collective

Every advocacy win and legal safeguard strengthens the entire charter public school ecosystem. What happens to one school affects all schools. When we move together, unity becomes strategy – and strategy delivers results.

Built on Expertise and Relationships

CCSA’s work is led by trusted advocacy, legal, and policy experts with deep relationships across the state. When questions arise about charter law, funding, or renewals, CCSA is the organization called upon. Our credibility ensures member voices are heard where decisions are made.

Member Testimonials

“CCSA continues to fight for school choice for our families. The CCSA team continues to make important moves to help our schools survive and thrive.” 

Dr. Paul Keefer, Founding Executive Director
Pacific Charter Institute

CCSA is a membership-based organization and has sole discretion to offer, deny or rescind membership as part of CCSA's commitment to its mission and its members.