About NJPCSA
The New Jersey Public Charter Schools Association is the non-profit membership organization and statewide advocacy voice for the state’s 86 public charter schools and the 63,000 students they serve. We believe that every student deserves the chance to receive a great public education at a school that best meets their needs, regardless of their zip code, income, or ability level.
NJPCSA seeks to influence legislative and policy environments, leverage collective advocacy, and provide resources to support our members in developing and operating high quality, public charter schools. With 95% of New Jersey’s eligible charter schools as dues paying members, NJPCSA has one of the highest membership rates in the country.
We Serve
63,000 Students
In
86 Schools
With
95% Membership Participation
Our Core Values
Excellence
We believe that all children in the State of New Jersey deserve access to high performing public schools that best meet their unique, individual needs.
New Jersey’s public charter schools are providing tens of thousands of families throughout the Garden State with life-transforming educational options so that our students succeed in college and career.
Community
We believe that educators, parents, students and local stakeholders are uniquely positioned to create and develop excellent public schools that work for their communities.
New Jersey’s public charter schools foster a deep sense of belonging within their communities every single day. Our schools are responsive to family demand and community needs.
Equity
While New Jersey’s public education system is one of the best in the country, not every child’s educational needs are being met. We believe that great schools can unlock the brilliance of every child, regardless of zip code, learning ability or family income level.
New Jersey’s public charter schools are committed to meeting the needs of all students and families throughout the Garden State, particularly in our most under-resourced communities. We believe that our students and schools deserve equitable access to resources that ensure every child’s needs are being met.