Advocacy - Massachusetts Charter Public School Association

Why Advocacy?

All students should have equitable access to a high-quality public education that allows them to fulfill their unique potential, and parents should have the right to decide which public school will best serve the individual needs of their children, whether that be a district, vocational, or charter public school. We advocate to advance policies that improve the quality of public education across Massachusetts, including in charter public schools.

Mcpsa works towards

Fair and Adequate Resources

Charter public schools will have equitable access to adequate funding, facilities, and other necessary resources.

Empowered Accountability

Charter public schools will have autonomy and flexibility in decision-making and will in turn be held to the highest standards of accountability.

Community-Driven Solutions

High-quality charter public schools will grow to meet the needs of the Commonwealth’s students and families seeking public education alternatives.

Access, Opportunity, & Belonging

Charter public schools will work to ensure all children have access to educational environments that provide high-quality opportunities and a sense of belonging.

MCPSA Legislative Priorities

MCPSA partners in efforts to advance policies that strengthen K-12 public education. We helped advance passage of the Student Opportunity Act, Universal School Meals, the EDA, and policies to strengthen access to high-quality early education and care.

Every child in Massachusetts deserves equitable educational resources regardless of their public school model, including funding to construct and maintain safe facilities needed that support a well-rounded education.

Only 4 in 10 Massachusetts third graders are proficient in reading. The Right to Read Act provides a comprehensive plan to improve student literacy outcomes through high-quality, evidence-based curricula, teacher training, and ongoing student screening