News - New Jersey Charter Schools Association

April 3, 2025 Press Release

Six of New Jersey’s Top 10 Highest Growth Districts in Math Are Public Charter Schools, Though Charters Serve Fewer Than 5% of the State’s Students

Public charter schools located in Newark, Trenton, Paterson, Jersey City, Vineland, East Orange, and New Brunswick beat the odds and landed in the top 1% of the state when calculating how students grew relative to peers statewide in math and reading year-over-year.

April 1, 2025 TAPinto Plainfield

Plainfield Mother Grateful for a School That Believes in the Promise of Every Child

"It’s because of Queen City Academy that my boys are growing, learning, and becoming the best versions of themselves. For that, I will always be grateful."

February 26, 2025 Press Release

NJPCSA Statement on Governor Murphy’s Fiscal Year 2026 Budget Message

"Governor Murphy’s budget proposal is a great starting point and we look forward to working with him and the Legislature to further refine New Jersey’s spending priorities... Increasing funding for facility upgrades like new boilers, windows, doors, and roof repairs is necessary to guarantee all students have safe, secure and modern school buildings."

December 15, 2024 The Times of Trenton

Thrive Charter School is Full of Love and Compassion

"Students here belong to a community that looks after their wellbeing, the perfect fit for my grandkids. I’m grateful that Thrive Charter School is already a bastion of hope and light and I can’t wait for everyone in our community to learn more about this special place."

December 12, 2024 Jersey Journal

Jersey City Mother: Why We Love BelovED Community Charter School

"Not all students learn the same, and for my children, it has been crucial that they are in a small, nurturing environment where all students are truly seen and supported. BelovED has created an environment where they feel supported, challenged and encouraged to be their best selves, regardless of their starting point."

December 11, 2024 TAPinto Raritan Bay

Middlesex STEM Charter School Changed Our Lives

"Middlesex County STEM Charter School not only changed my children's lives, but it changed mine as well. Thanks in part to the support my children now receive at school, I went back to college with peace of mind."

December 10, 2024 Press Release

2024 Test Scores: Black, Latino, and Economically Disadvantaged Public Charter School Students Outperform Their Statewide Peers In All Grades in ELA and Math

Charter Students in Newark Beat Statewide Average In ELA For Second Year in a Row

October 29, 2024 TAPinto Camden

Public Charter School Parent Grateful for Camden’s Promise

"Camden has a rich history that’s been through a lot. Nevertheless, there is an incredible determination to keep moving in the right direction and help the next generation succeed. High-quality public school options for families play a big role in that effort."

October 21, 2024 Press Release

NJPCSA Re-Launches Parent Advocacy Program in Newark

The highlight of the event was NJPCSA’s parent and alumni ambassadors meeting Assemblywoman Shanique Speight (D-Essex, Hudson), who represents residents of Newark living in the 29th Legislative District. “I commend NJPCSA’s commitment to empowering parents and students in this city. A mother’s power is the driving force behind her children's success and I look forward to supporting their work to strengthen quality education for all Newark students,” Assemblywoman Speight said.

October 17, 2024 TAPinto Newark

Proud Newark Public Charter School Parent

"Seeing how my boys have thrived at Robert Treat Academy has proven to me that I’ve made the right decision. Their teachers are incredibly attentive and responsive, and I know that the school’s administration has my children’s best interests at heart. For that, I am forever grateful."

October 13, 2024 TAPinto Newark

Newark Alum: Public Charter Schools Change Lives

"It is important that elected leaders support quality education options like Great Oaks.That is why I remain an advocate for my school and other public charter schools in New Jersey, even after I’ve graduated."

October 10, 2024 Press Release

New Jersey Public Charter Schools Association Expands Grassroots Advocacy with New Hires

Today, the New Jersey Public Charter Schools Association announced that Galen Johnson and Ashley Cordero have joined the organization as Senior Director of Grassroots Advocacy and Newark Community Organizer, respectively.