OUR MISSION

The mission of the Massachusetts Charter Public School Association is to create and protect the conditions that will enable the charter public school sector to thrive, and advance the larger goal of ensuring all Massachusetts children and families have equitable access to high-quality schools.

To achieve our Mission, MCPSA:

Advocates for public policy that supports equitable educational opportunities and supports member schools across Massachusetts.

Provides best practice sharing and professional development for leaders, educators, and board members to support strong educational practices, governance, and advocacy engagement.

Amplifies the stories and voices of the charter public school community.

MCPSA’S Vision

All children deserve an educational environment that enables them to fulfill their potential – socially, emotionally, and academically. In short, every child deserves an education that adds up. MCPSA is committed to supporting and advancing high-quality public education options that ensure access, opportunity, and belonging for all young people.

Equity Vision

MEET OUR TEAM

Tim Nicolette

Executive Director

Erica Brown

Chief of Policy & School Supports

Danielle Pape

Chief of Public Affairs

Dionne Williams

Chief Operating & Financial Officer

Robert Carpenter

Director of School Supports, Governance

Lindsey Galvao

Director of Government Affairs

Adkeem Jackson

Senior Director of Community Mobilization

Diana La Paz

Digital Advocacy & Communications Manager

Lina Musayev

Senior Director of School Supports

Sara Lisak

Director of School Supports

Madeleine Sims

Operations Manager

MEET OUR BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Rhonda "Nikki" Barnes

PresidentKIPP MA

Beth Anderson

Vice PresidentPhoenix Charter Academy Network

Greg Orpen

TreasurerInnovation Academy Charter School

Robert Beatty

ClerkAtlantis Charter School

Farida Graham

DirectorAcademy of the Pacific Rim Charter Public School

Barish Icin

DirectorPioneer Charter School of Science

Nicole Mack

DirectorConservatory Lab Charter School

Maria Moeller

DirectorThe Community Group / Community Day Charter Public School

Jenna Ogundipe

DirectorBoston Collegiate Charter School

Bill Spirer

DirectorSpringfield Prep Charter School

Heather Zolnowski

DirectorBenjamin Franklin Classical Charter School

START A CHARTER PUBLIC SCHOOL

Interested in founding a charter public school in Massachusetts? We have you covered. All of the necessary information, including a schedule for key deadlines, is available on the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education website.

To learn more, please reach out to Erica Brown, MCPSA’s Chief of Policy & School Supports.

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