CT HB06718

Increases charter school transparency by requiring greater detail in charter school applications and mandating that governing councils post meeting schedules, agendas, and minutes on their websites.

Creates additional criteria for denying charter school renewal applications and placing charter schools on probation.

Specifies how academic performance will be measured to increase academic performance expectations for charter schools.

Makes extensive financial reforms relating to the operation, management, and use of state and local funds by charter schools.

Establishes new oversight measures including increased Department of Education supervision of charter school operations.