Pennsylvania Leadership Charter School

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Children & Youth
Computers & Technology
Education & Literacy

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1332 Enterprise DriveWest Chester, PA 19380 United States

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http://www.palcs.org

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Flexible Schedule | West Chester, PA 19380

We are looking for Board members who are committed to the cause of cyber (online) charter school education in Pennsylvania. Here are some of the things we are looking for: Diversity that reflects the diverse population of our students; Knowledge and/or interest in the field of public education and the future of education; Backgrounds that can support various functions of our school (marketing, real estate, legal, business, education); A true belief in the vital importance of online K-12 education (not for everyone, obviously, but recognition of the need); The ability to commit to monthly meetings and participate on subcommittees. We understand this is a tall order for a volunteer position, but the strength of our school will only ever be as good as the strength of our Board. Duties of the Board Planning 1. Define the mission of the school and develop a long-range planning process to achieve the school’s mission and vision. 2. Prepare measurable objectives and monitor them for progress toward achieving goals. Fiscal Management 1. Approve and monitor the annual budget. 2. Develop a process to ensure stable funding from multiple sources. 3. Ensure a balanced budget. 4. Obtain an annual outside audit to ensure public accountability. 5. Oversee insurance coverage to ensure that assets are protected. Human Resources 1. Hire, supervise, and evaluate the Chief Executive Officer (CEO). 2. Ensure compliance with employee labor laws and regulations. 3. Set policy for professional development. Information and Technical Support 1. Establish a management information system with technological and software support/personnel/vendors; monitor the robustness and effectiveness of the IT system. Board Affairs 1. Define the make-up, mission, and procedures of the Board of Directors. 2. Ensure the continuity of the Board; evaluate the Board’s effectiveness and efficient functioning. 3. Nominate and elect new Board members, including officers

Date Posted: 2024-02-28

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The PA Leadership Charter School’s purpose is to provide an academically challenging, knowledge-based curriculum, individually designed for each child’s needs. PALCS will combine the benefits of a classical basics oriented education with the latest Internet / computer technology and the best teaching and learning education practices. By studying the lives and works of the great leaders in history, PALCS students will develop multi-cultural perspectives and a global awareness. PALCS will prepare students to be informed, responsible citizens with a global mentality who will succeed through mentoring leadership.

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School Type: charter. Grade Level: KG,1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8,9,10,11,12. School Summary:Pennsylvania Leadership Charter School, a charter school located in West Chester, PA, serves grades K-12 in the Pennsylvania Leadership Charter School.It has received a GreatSchools Rating of 5 out of 10, based on a variety of school quality measures.

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