charter school

American  

[chahr-ter skool] / ˈtʃɑr tər ˌskul /

noun

1. an autonomous public school created by a contract between a sponsor, as a local school district or corporation, and an organizer, as a group of teachers or a community group, often with a curriculum or focus that is not traditional.

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Etymology

Origin of charter school

First recorded in 1800–10; current use dates from 1985–90

Example Sentences

They could ensure that district-run schools as well as charter schools, magnet schools and gifted-and-talented programs are truly open to all.

From The Wall Street Journal

She is also considering a charter school where screens are not used until second grade.

From Los Angeles Times

California students in some places can attend charter schools if they clear the waiting list, but they have no private school choice.

From The Wall Street Journal

He leaves out that in New York charter schools receive far less funding per pupil than district schools.

From The Wall Street Journal

At a public charter school in California, students create financial plans for their future selves.

From The Wall Street Journal