Charter Schools

Charter Schools are tuition-free, public schools that have the flexibility to be innovative, self-governing, and yet are held accountable for student and operational performance. Charter schools are independent public schools with rigorous curriculum programs.

Charter Contract

The "charter" establishing each such school is a contract detailing the school's mission, program, goals, students served, methods of assessment, and success measurements. This contract is between the school and the entity granting the charter (the authorizer). In New Mexico, the authorizer is the local school district or the NM Public Education Commission (NMPEC). RioGAFA is contracted through NMPEC.

Information on NMPEC

Accountability

NM Charter schools are accountable to both the authorizer and their board – as well as to the students and families they serve – to produce positive academic results and adhere to the charter contract. Charter schools must also follow all state and federal public school laws.

Choice

Charter schools exist to offer families a choice in the public education system. Each charter school offers different innovative educational programs. Differences also include school and/or classroom size, approach, and programming, allowing families to select a school that best fits their child's unique learning style.

Rio Grande Academy of Fine Arts

1401 Old Coors Rd SW

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