New Charter School Application

SPCSA Charter Application Timeline

Notice of Intent to submit a charter application

Due October 31

Charter Application Submission

Due Between January 15 – 31

Board Meeting for Possible Action

May


*** Important Update - the 2027 New Charter Application Cycle due dates have changed. Please see above for the new application cycle timeline.

    2027 Call For Quality Charter Schools Cycle

    The 2027 Charter Application Cycle has not opened. Please refer to the top of this page for the new application timeline and check back in the coming weeks for the opening of the application cycle. 

      2027 Training for Applicants - Dates TBD

      The 2026 Training Cycle dates were as follows:

      • January 6, 2026
      • January 20, 2026
      • February 4, 2026
      • February 18, 2026
      • March 9, 2026
      *All trainings will begin at 5p.m. and be held virtually. They will also be recorded and posted online.

      File Your Notice of Intent

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        2026 Charter Application

         

        2026 Academic and Demographic Needs Assessment

        Pursuant to NRS 388A.249(2), the SPCSA must consider the degree to which the proposed charter school will address the needs identified in the Academic and Demographic Needs Assessment as part of the application review. Additionally, in accordance with NRS 388A.249(3) the SPCSA may only approve an application to form a charter school if, in addition to meeting other requirements, the proposed charter school will address one or more of the needs identified in the Academic and Demographic Needs Assessment.

        2026 Application Forms

        Application Help

        Danny Peltier
        775-531-3398

        Application Submission