Keeping Parents Informed: Charter Transparency
Value Schools is a charter management organization operating four charter schools governed by a non-profit board of directors and overseen by the Los Angeles Unified School District. On January 12, 2016, the LAUSD board voted to approve a Board Resolution, “Keeping Parents Informed: Charter Transparency” which was passed with the support of the L.A. charter community. The resolution suggested types of information and data that would increase the transparency of charter school operations so parents could be better informed. These include charter petitions, School Accountability Report Cards, Local Education Agency Plans, Local Control Accountability Plans, Annual Audits, and other publicly available documents.
This information is available from Value Schools electronically or on paper by parent request. Parents may request this information in English and any single primary language meeting the requirements of Sections 45400 through 45403 of the California Education Code. Please submit requests for information to Rhonda Hoffarth, Value Schools CFO, at [email protected] or make the request in person at 680 Wilshire Place, Suite 308, Los Angeles CA 90005, or via phone at (213) 388-8676.
This section offers a variety of resources and support to parents in several key areas. These include:
- Nutrition: Guidance on healthy eating habits and meal planning.
- Attendance: Strategies to ensure regular school attendance.
- Technology: Assistance with digital tools and online learning platforms.
- Social-Emotional Needs: Resources for addressing children’s emotional and social development.
- Special Education Policies and Procedures: Information on programs for students with special needs.
- Title IX Support: Help in dealing with issues related to harassment and bullying under Title IX regulations.
Additionally, this section provides access to comprehensive information on the following aspects of Value Schools leadership and transparency:
- Board Meetings: Information about the schedule, agendas, and minutes of past and future Value Schools Board and Committee meetings.
- Accountability Plans and Charters: Detailed insights into our commitment to accountability and our charter petitions.
- Policies and Notices: Our guidelines, procedures, and important announcements that contribute to a safe and effective learning environment.
- Financial Information and Audits: Transparent reports on our financial audits, providing a clear picture of our financial health.
- Corporate Documents: Access to essential corporate documents that govern our operations.