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SETTINGthe STANDARD

INNOVATION

As the nation’s first university authorizer, CMU continues to be a visionary leader
by providing the most advanced resources and opportunities for the schools in the
Center’s portfolio.

INDIVIDUALIZED APPROACH TO OVERSIGHT
The Center uses data in an individualized way for evaluation and differentiation of oversight. Through development and
utilization of tools and practices, the Center strategically targets specific areas of need that enhance oversight, ensure
resources are effectively utilized and provide impactful support that drives performance.

LEADING NATIONALLY IN AUTHORIZER ACCOUNTABILITY
The Center completed a rigorous accreditation process in March 2016, ultimately becoming one of the first charter
authorizers in the nation to be accredited by AdvancED.

The accreditation process is a complete review of all aspects of authorizing by an external review team. The team rated the
Center’s processes, programs and resources against six standards including 30 indicators and 14 mandatory assurances.
They found that the Center met the requirements for accreditation and further commended the Center for being an industry
leader who continues to raise the bar for Michigan’s charter authorizers.

STRENGTHENING GOVERNANCE AND LEADERSHIP
The Center’s Board Development Series and Administrator Development Series provide board members and school leaders
with the skills and knowledge to make the decisions necessary to fulfill their school’s mission and provide a quality education.
The Center also provides opportunities for networking and development through New Board Member Orientations, Board
President Roundtables and Business Manager Roundtables.

“Each session was an extremely positive learning experience that I have directly
applied to my charter school board-related activities. The administrators and
moderators were engaging and helpful. Moreover, the substantive content
presented at each session has been incredibly valuable for my growth as a
CMU-authorized charter school board member.”

Lawrence Almeda
Vice President at Summit Academy describing his experience attending the sessions of the 2015-16
Board Development Series

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