Services

Our comprehensive approach spans Operations, Finance, and Instructional/Curriculum support, ensuring that every aspect of a school's management is executed with precision and efficiency. From maintaining safe and aesthetically pleasing facilities to providing strategic financial oversight and ensuring educational programs meet the highest standards, we are dedicated to fostering environments where students thrive.

By working closely with school leadership teams, we help streamline processes, secure funding, and implement strategic initiatives that promote long-term success for both students and staff. Explore how our tailored services help schools excel in every aspect of their operation and contribute to their ongoing growth.

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Our team brings deep expertise in PowerSchool systems, optimizing student data management, scheduling, reporting, and school-wide operations for maximum efficiency.
Support school leadership and facilities management teams in maintaining school buildings and grounds to the highest standards of safety, aesthetics, and operational efficacy.
Ensure adherence to facility health and safety regulations (e.g., AHERA), and direct the prompt remediation or repair of any facility-related concerns.
Assist school leaders in the strategic management of transportation and busing programs, ensuring seamless operations and timely service.
Provide expert guidance and oversight for food service and childcare programs, ensuring the provision of high-quality services that meet all regulatory standards.
Facilitate the application process for E-Rate technology discounts for eligible services (e.g., Internet, phone, infrastructure), helping schools access significant financial savings. In 2015-16, Choice assisted its partner academies in securing over $380,000 in savings.
Support academies in the development of comprehensive educational technology readiness plans, ensuring that all schools are fully prepared for state and local assessments.
Ensure full compliance with the federal Child Internet Protection Act (CIPA), safeguarding students from exposure to inappropriate online content through robust filtering systems and security measures.
Provide specialized staff training and oversight for the effective use of student databases and online services, ensuring that all personnel are equipped with the necessary knowledge to manage these platforms effectively.
Assist in securing child nutrition program grants, enabling schools to participate in the National School Breakfast and Lunch Program as well as the Child and Adult Care Program.
Coordinate the state-regulated process for selecting food service vendors for each school, overseeing all aspects of food service management to ensure compliance and quality.
Provide strategic oversight of schools’ compliance with state pupil accounting regulations, ensuring accurate and timely reporting.

Administer the Academy’s financial systems to ensure strict compliance with the Michigan Public School Accounting Manual. Academy Board members are granted virtual access to real-time financial data, empowering them with immediate access to up-to-date financial information.
Implement robust financial procedures and internal controls to safeguard all assets, ensuring alignment with applicable government regulations and policies, thereby maintaining transparency and accountability.
Collaboratively prepare the academy’s budget in partnership with the school leader and Finance Committee. Budgets are developed within Choice’s financial system, with ample opportunities for all stakeholders to provide input regarding programmatic needs and instructional expenditures.
Provide comprehensive monthly financial reports to the Board, delivered five to seven days in advance of meetings, enabling informed decision-making.
Ensure timely submission of all mandatory financial reports, fulfilling compliance requirements on behalf of the academy.
Lead the annual financial audit, coordinating with the Board-approved audit firm to facilitate a thorough, clean audit by ensuring all necessary documentation is provided and reviewed.
Administer payroll for all academy employees, with the distinction that, unlike many management companies, Choice does not impose additional fees for payroll processing.
Manage employee benefit programs, adapting them to meet the evolving needs of staff while ensuring continued compliance with the Affordable Care Act.
Prepare state and federal grant applications in alignment with the School Improvement Plan, ensuring that funding supports the academy’s educational objectives.
Collaborate with the Michigan Department of Education and the Office of Field Services on interim grant audits, ensuring transparency and compliance in all financial matters.
Assist in securing financing for capital projects, including new construction, building acquisitions, and remodeling initiatives, thereby facilitating the growth and expansion of academy infrastructure.
Pursue additional funding opportunities through private sector sources and philanthropic foundations to supplement operational and capital expenditures.

We leverage PowerSchool’s instructional tools to align curriculum, support personalized learning, and track academic progress in real time.
Ensure the effective implementation of the educational programs and curriculum as delineated in the academy’s Charter Contract, ensuring alignment with institutional goals and academic standards.
Conduct a thorough analysis of the curriculum for Common Core alignment across all grade levels, offering data-driven recommendations for continuous enhancement and refinement.
Collaborate with the school leader to develop and execute academic enrichment initiatives, including a comprehensive curriculum audit, a targeted test score improvement plan, and intensive professional development programs focused on equipping educators to effectively engage students from underserved communities.
Administer the student academic assessments outlined in the Charter Contract, ensuring that data collection is rigorous, timely, and aligned with performance expectations.
Facilitate transparent communication regarding student academic progress with parents and community stakeholders, fostering a collaborative approach to student development and achievement.
Provide oversight and strategic guidance for special education programs, ensuring that all students with Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) receive the requisite services to foster their academic growth, while maintaining compliance with the federal Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and Michigan Administrative Rules for Special Education.
Design and implement early childhood programs, both tuition-based and state-funded, that are aligned with the mission and community needs of each academy, providing foundational learning experiences for young children.
Develop, secure state funding for, and oversee the Great Start Readiness Program (GSRP), a state-funded, tuition-free preschool initiative when approved by the Academy Board. Over the past decade, Choice has successfully established programs serving over 360 preschool children, delivering critical services to the community and providing a seamless entry into Choice-managed academies.

Recruit and provide highly qualified, passionate school leaders, educators, and support staff to each academy. Over 60% of our instructional aides hold teaching certificates, and 100% of our full-time teachers possess valid Michigan teaching certifications.
Establish, train, and cultivate I*We School Selection Teams to assist school leaders in identifying candidates who align with the culture and vision of the school. I*We team members undergo a rigorous screening and training process, ensuring they possess a comprehensive understanding of the hiring process and the legal considerations involved in employment decisions.
Ensure full compliance with state mandates regarding the evaluation of administrators and educators, utilizing TeachPoint, an online platform that guarantees all personnel are observed and formally evaluated in accordance with the standards set by the Michigan Department of Education.
Implement a robust evaluation and observation-training program for school leaders, with the objective of providing high-quality, timely, and actionable feedback to support continuous improvement and leadership development.
Oversee and facilitate all personnel-related audits required by the State of Michigan or charter authorizers. Choice has consistently achieved 100% clean audits, maintaining zero findings for numerous years, and has garnered recognition as a leader in establishing an organized, efficient, and auditor-friendly system that meets both legal and authorizer requirements.
Continuously assess compensation and benefits trends to ensure that our employees are remunerated equitably, both internally and in comparison to external benchmarks.
Foster a culture of esprit de corps among employees through recognition programs such as anniversary celebrations, Teacher Appreciation Week, Power of One recognition initiatives, and the Choice Connect internal communication platform, promoting a positive and collaborative work environment.
Consult with school leaders on employee management matters, ensuring that all staff members are treated with fairness, dignity, and respect, thereby fostering a healthy, supportive workplace culture.
Support employees’ professional growth and development, providing opportunities for career advancement and personal enrichment, thereby ensuring that staff have the tools and resources to excel in their roles and achieve their career goals.

Guarantee adherence to authorizer expectations, ensuring that all operational and academic protocols align with the prescribed guidelines and standards.
Ensure compliance with local, state, federal, constitutional, statutory, and judicial matters on behalf of the governing Board, overseeing all legal requirements and mandates.
Ensure conformity with state Budget Transparency regulations, guaranteeing that financial practices meet the highest standards of accountability and public scrutiny.
Ensure compliance with emergency drill protocols and public posting regulations, safeguarding the academy’s preparedness and adherence to safety guidelines.
Monitor and ensure compliance with all state and federal grant programs, ensuring that only eligible students benefit from services provided by appropriately certified personnel.
Maintain strict adherence to childcare licensing regulations for all preschool and latchkey services, ensuring a safe and legally compliant environment for young learners.
Ensure that academy and student records are meticulously maintained in accordance with state and federal laws, upholding the integrity of academic and personal data.
Guarantee compliance with the Charter Contract and provide support throughout the reauthorization process, ensuring that all terms and conditions are met.
Assist academy staff in navigating the complexities of compliance reporting, ensuring all necessary documentation and reports are submitted to authorizers, the Department of Education, and local school districts in a timely and accurate manner.

Ensure full compliance with the Open Meetings Act, the academy’s bylaws, and the expectations set forth by the charter authorizer during all board meetings, upholding the integrity of transparency and accountability.
Assist in the meticulous preparation of meeting agendas and comprehensive agenda packets at the Board's request. Our standard practice is to provide all Board members with complete and detailed packets, including monthly financial reports, five to seven days prior to the scheduled Board meeting.
Present governance issues to the Board in a timely and proactive manner, ensuring that matters requiring attention are addressed promptly and effectively.
Collaborate with academy legal counsel to ensure that disciplinary hearings are conducted fairly and in full compliance with federal and state laws and regulations, safeguarding due process and equity.
Partner with the National Charter Schools Institute to support academy Boards in the development and maintenance of a current, comprehensive Board Policy Manual, ensuring alignment with best practices and legal standards.
Remain highly accessible and responsive to the Board of Directors, with a commitment to having an Area Superintendent present at each Board meeting to address inquiries and provide expert guidance. Area Superintendents are equipped with a deep understanding of board policy and educational best practices. Additionally, central office staff ensures that all emails and information requests are addressed within twenty-four business hours, fostering a consistent and transparent flow of communication between the Academy Board and Choice.
Assist the Board in strategic planning and the development of the Academy’s vision and long-term goals, aligning the school’s trajectory with its mission and educational aspirations.
Support the Board in facility improvement planning and securing funding, providing guidance on applications and resources to enhance the physical infrastructure of the academy.

Ready to Drive Educational Excellence

and Equip Scholars for Global Success?

We are committed to providing strategic financial oversight for our partner schools, ensuring fiscal responsibility and long-term financial health.

Ready to Drive Educational Excellence

and Equip Scholars for Global Success?

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