Jeffco’s Choice Philosophy

What would Jeffco need to do differentlyto further support choice?

Are Jeffco’s current supports of

the choice process adequate and

commensurate with the importance of choice to

the community?

Are Jeffco’s current supports of

charter schoolsadequate and

commensurate with the importance of choice to

the community?

Jeffco’s Choice PhilosophyAre Jeffco’s current supports of the choice process adequate and commensurate with

the importance of choice to the community?

CESC Commentary:• No: need toll for consumer to locate match for student (ID

programs – what, where, why, achievement data, philosophy, programs, etc. (drama, DECA, sports))

• Proactive marketing/education for families of all Jeffco schools• Moral responsibility to ensure the highest quality opportunities in

every community• Need easier access to info (schools, programs, capacity, etc.)• Equitability & transparency• Notification & timeliness• Variability in processes solved• Timely information to families new to the system or area• Empowerment for parents’ preferences• The ability to choice apply/enroll online• Continuity at level changes• Need clear, viable demand data• Mechanism to capture community voice• Seats available model

• How do we know “importance of choice” to the community?• In order to answer question, we need definitions first (choice,

demand, expand definitions)• Need data• Communicate consistent language using definitions• How to promote schools without increasing competition• YES:

• Website• Choice enrollment form• Standardized deadlines

• NO:• Detailed documentation• Openings/Availability (alignment with district policy &

teachers’ contract)• Search engine (compare)• Match style of child with school curriculum & philosophy• Marketing – info nights

Jeffco’s Choice PhilosophyAre Jeffco’s current supports of charter schools adequate and commensurate with the

importance of choice to the community?

CESC Commentary:• YES:

• Staff is supportive – relationship building critical• Support is adequate IF open communication exists

• NO:• Detailed information on website

• Clearly defining the role/values erc. in choice & enrollment• Clarity from parents on school’s expectations & programs• Feedback loop/input from current families• Honor autonomy (we think Jeffco does this)• A clear & effective communication about the programs, cultures, etc.• Address questions and any misinformation & misperceptions• Welcomed into the conversation on front end – District programs/processes (e.g. Dashboard)• Support/coordination for charter specific needs (bond, work comp, etc.)

The schools

The community