Advocacy
Per Pupil Funding
There is a common narrative that charter schools “take funding” from traditional public schools, but that is simply not accurate in Connecticut. When a family chooses to send their child to a school that best fits their needs, the home district still retains funding for that student. School choice isn’t about taking resources away it’s about giving families options.
Because of these structural funding rules, state funding alone does not cover what it actually costs to educate our youth. We work tirelessly to stretch every dollar, aggressively pursue competitive grants, and explore new funding streams. However, the honest truth about running a high-quality public charter school in Connecticut today is that the math simply doesn't math. This year, we need to raise more than $6,000 per student in grants and donations, on top of public per student funding, to give our students the education they deserve.
Please read our email campaign to learn more, check out our resources, and explore the FAQs (frequently asked questions).
Per Pupil Funding Emails
Email 1: Public education at Common Ground: Facts, funding, and out future.
Email 2: The Funding Reality - Following the Dollars
Email 3: The Impact on Teachers and Staff
Email 4: The Impact on Students and Families
Email 5: Vision for Fairness
Email 6: Take Action
Resources
Frequently Asked Questions
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Join Advocacy Networks: Connect with community advocacy groups like the Alliance for Connecticut Charter Schools or Connecticut Charter Schools Association to participate in legislative hearings and educational equity campaigns.
Contact State Authorities: Reach out to the Connecticut State Department of Education Charter Schools office or the designated Charter School Liaison to voice support for approved expansions.