Charter Impact

Another great year at the California Charter Schools Association conference! We’ll be in the exhibit hall until 5 pm today. Stop by booth #600 and say hello!

One more week til CCSA! At #CCSA2025 next week, we’re hosting two exclusive sessions packed with actionable insights for visionary school leaders: ? Sustaining Success: Future-Proofing Your School Tuesday, March 11 | 2:50pm – 3:50pm | Room A8 ? Building Financial Resilience: Leveraging Banking Relationships & Cash Flow Wednesday, March 12 | 9:00am – 10:00am | Room A6 Want quick access to all the session materials? Fill out our quick form in the comments below and have them delivered straight to your inbox when the conference kicks off. And while you’re there, be sure to stop by booth #600 for more insights and resources.

We're excited to celebrate our two-year partnership with Inova Payroll! This collaboration is transforming the way schools and nonprofits manage their finances and HR operations! By integrating Inova’s leading HCM suite with our financial management platform (Sage Intacct), we now support mission-driven schools and nonprofits with streamlined payroll, HRIS, and outsourced HR services. This enhanced service offering not only reduces administrative burdens but also ensures compliance, empowering our clients to focus on what truly matters: their impact on their communities. A huge thank you to Inova for sharing our commitment to excellence and innovation. Together, we're driving growth and creating a stronger future for the education and nonprofit sectors. Learn more about our partnership in the comments below.

One more week til CCSA! At #CCSA2025 next week, we’re hosting two exclusive sessions packed with actionable insights for visionary school leaders: ? Sustaining Success: Future-Proofing Your School Tuesday, March 11 | 2:50pm – 3:50pm | Room A8 ? Building Financial Resilience: Leveraging Banking Relationships & Cash Flow Wednesday, March 12 | 9:00am – 10:00am | Room A6 Want quick access to all the session materials? Fill out our quick form in the comments below and have them delivered straight to your inbox when the conference kicks off. And while you’re there, be sure to stop by booth #600 for more insights and resources.

One more week til CCSA! At #CCSA2025 next week, we’re hosting two exclusive sessions packed with actionable insights for visionary school leaders: ? Sustaining Success: Future-Proofing Your School Tuesday, March 11 | 2:50pm – 3:50pm | Room A8 ? Building Financial Resilience: Leveraging Banking Relationships & Cash Flow Wednesday, March 12 | 9:00am – 10:00am | Room A6 Want quick access to all the session materials? Fill out our quick form in the comments below and have them delivered straight to your inbox when the conference kicks off. And while you’re there, be sure to stop by booth #600 for more insights and resources.

?At Charter Impact, we value contributions that advance meaningful discussions in education. We’re so proud to see our Regional Director Jonathan Gillen, MBA, CPA recognized by the Idaho Department of Education for his presentation at the Idaho Superintendents Network meeting.

Congratulations to ACE Charter High School on their unanimous charter renewal for the next five years! This milestone is a powerful testament to the hard work, dedication, and unwavering commitment of everyone in the ACE community — from visionary leadership and passionate educators to inspiring students and supportive families. ACE’s impressive achievements — like 100% of graduates meeting A-G requirements and being recognized as a “gap-busting” school by Stanford's CREDO Institute — speak volumes about the impact of their mission. ACE’s proactive approach to academic growth, teacher recruitment, and student wellness is a beacon for educational excellence and equity. Congratulations to CEO Kennedy Hilario, Board President Eric Gonzales, and the entire ACE team. Your story inspires us all, and we’re proud to stand alongside you in shaping brighter futures for students everywhere.

Switching back-office partners is a big decision for any school leader. That’s why hearing feedback like this fuels our mission: “My team and I really enjoy the relationship we have formed with Charter Impact this year. It is exactly the type of working relationship I was hoping for when we decided to switch back-office management partners, and I am extremely happy we found you guys and look forward to working with you and Charter Impact for years to come!” Building strong, supportive partnerships is what we’re all about. Helping schools chart a course to fiscal health is the foundation of everything we do. To our incredible clients: thank you for trusting us to be part of your team!

When emergencies like the LA wildfires disrupt school operations, the California Department of Education’s (CDE) Form J-13A is a lifeline for charter schools to maintain funding despite closures or decreased attendance. Check out our simplified guide for the J-13A process, providing a step-by-step approach to protect your Local Control Funding Formula (LCFF) apportionment.

“Educating children is one of the most important services we can provide to our communities, but to fulfill this mission, schools need strong financial foundations, robust policies, and a united team effort.” - James Surmeian Check out the latest installment in the Course Charter series for practical tips to manage your school's finances.