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Unlocking the Doors to Charter School Facility Financing

and personalized learning experiences. However, one of the most significant challenges charter schools face is securing suitable facilities to accommodate their unique educational programs.

This blog post will review the complexities of charter school facility financing and discuss various strategies charter school leaders can employ to secure the physical space needed to nurture their vision for educational excellence.

How to Start a Charter School in California: A Step-by-Step Guide

Contact us today for a free consultation. IntroductionLearn how to start a charter school in California with our easy-to-follow guide. Charter schools offer unique opportunities for educators and community leaders to provide innovative and personalized education. Follow these steps to begin your exciting journey. Step 1: Understanding Charter Schools in CaliforniaBefore starting, know that charter …

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1099 vs. W-9: What’s The Difference?

It’s tax season! We know things can get a little confusing. We’re here to help.

Here’s the breakdown:

WHAT IS A 1099?

The Form 1099-MISC is an Internal Revenue Service (IRS) tax return document used to report payments made to independent contractors and freelancers during the calendar year. In general, a Form 1099 should be filed for anyone to whom a company has paid:

IRS Form 990

The IRS and Franchise Tax Board Deadlines for filing your Charter’s 2017-2018 Form 990, Return of Organization Exempt from Income Tax returns with an extension is May 15, 2019, but don’t let that scare you! With proper preparation this deadline doesn’t have to be scary.

Presentation of Operating Budget to Board for Review & Adoption

The charter school must submit a Board-approved budget by June 30, the final day of the fiscal year, and should include the annual budget as part of a multi-year projection. The budget should reflect all goals outlined in the Local Control Accountability Plan. Schools should use the latest version of the Local Control Funding Formula …

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Check Your Paycheck!

It’s always necessary for an employee to review their paycheck. This is an ideal time of year to remind your employees, especially new hires, to review their first pay check of the school year for accuracy of the following information: Name Address Social Security Number Gross Pay Tax Withholding – Federal and state income tax should …

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Federal Cash Management Data Collection

Charter schools receiving revenue allocations under the following programs must report the cash balance on a quarterly basis to the CDE in order to receive their revenue apportionment’s for those programs. Title I, Part A Title I, Part D, Subpart 2 Title II, Part A, Title III, EL Title III, Immigrant