In Their Words

Washington’s charter public schools prioritize equitable learning opportunities for all students and strive for openness at every level. Teachers work with parents to build a trusting and supportive learning environment for students.

But you don’t have to take our word for it. We stepped inside charter public school classrooms to hear directly from students, parents, and teachers about their unique experiences.

What Our Parents Have to Say

Open Book - Parents

Why Families Choose Charter Public Schools

Family Voices: Pathfinders

“Parents have the opportunity to talk. Everybody is transparent here. It’s a teamwork, I think that’s why both my kids are thriving.”

– Geraldine, charter public school parent

“Every teacher seems to know every kid. It feels really personal.”

– Erica, charter public school parent

"Patience. acceptance, inclusivity. Those are, I think, three really key elements of what I see at the school."

– Gary, charter public school parent

What Our Students Have to Say

Open Book - Students

Spotlight: Rainier Prep

Day In The Life: Lumen High School

“The smaller community really, really helps. I’ve gotten to know my teachers and classmates really well.”

– Jacob, charter public school student

"It’s really not a one-size fits all. It’s tailored to your needs."

– Tinsae, charter public school student

"I feel very supported here at the school. Both educationally and mentally. emotionally. They support me in almost everything that I do."

– Beni, charter public school student

What Our Teachers Have to Say

Open Book - Teachers

Why Educators Choose Charter Public Schools

"We are deeply committed to relationship building and to fostering those relationships and continuing them throughout the entire educational journey of our students."

– Gretchen Wearne, charter public school teacher

"It’s an equitable learning opportunity for everybody. That’s the mission here."

– Deena, charter public school teacher

"I’ve heard several of them tell me this is the first time that they’ve felt successful or engaged in their own learning."

– Jose, charter public school teacher

Free. Public. Open to All.

Parents, teachers, and students agree: charter public schools are an excellent option for high-quality public education. Their flexible learning model, small school setting, and nurturing learning environment put students on a path to success.

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