May NC Charter Schools Review Board - May 11, 2026

The North Carolina Charter Schools Review Board convened on May 11, 2026, to discuss several charter school-related matters including mission statement amendments, enrollment increase requests, and readiness to open reports for new charter schools. Key procurement-related discussions involved approval of mission statement changes for Mountain Discovery Charter School and Central Park School for Children, with the board expressing concerns about the brevity and lack of measurable goals in the proposed statements. The board also reviewed and voted on a request from TMSA Charlotte to increase enrollment by over 20%, ultimately approving the expansion despite the school's low-performing status, citing community demand and academic improvement efforts. Additionally, Bettis Academy requested amendments including a mission statement revision, a reduction in opening grade span and enrollment, and implementation of a weighted lottery prioritizing economically disadvantaged students; these were approved unanimously. The board received readiness to open updates from several schools, with some deemed substantially ready and others not yet ready, highlighting challenges related to facilities, staffing, and enrollment. No direct contract awards or vendor selections were reported, but discussions touched on leasing modular buildings and consulting agreements related to school operations. The board emphasized the importance of ensuring high-quality charter schools and maintaining accountability in growth and readiness processes.