Note: all files in this list are PDF files 
Council members are engaged in an ongoing analysis of the achievements, challenges and direction of Michigan's charter school sector. Additional charter school studies and reports will be posted as they become available.
The Council Unveils Charter School Map
The Council has commissioned a map of charter school locations in Michigan.
Charter Public Schools in Michigan: A Policy Primer
A brief two-page summary of Michigan's charter school law, including its guiding principles, results achieved, and next steps. A must-read document for anyone seeking a quick overview of charter school policy in Michigan.
Getting it Done: How Michigan's Charter Schools Survive - and Thrive - With Less
Michigan's charter public school community examines innovative low-cost administrative and operational strategies for K-12 education. The report, which is co-authored by executives from MCCSA and Charter FS Corporation, examines structures and approches being utilized in charter public schools across the state.
The 232-Point Inspection: Examining Charter School Quality in Michigan
This publication, released in October 2006, sets forth the organization's policy recommendations for supporting and sustaining charter excellence in the future. These recommendations include:
* Alternative pathways to certification for Michigan teachers and administrators
* Insistence upon data-driven decision making
* Utilization of value-added assessment models
* Consequences for poorly-performing schools, up to and including closure
* Performance incentives for schools and authorizers alike
MCCSA 2004 Annual Report and Perspective
This document presents a series of insights related to the core principles underlying Michigan's charter public school policy. Rather than merely summarizing test scores, parent satisfaction data and other standard measures, this report focuses on the policy framework surrounding charter schools and analyzes the impact of charters on K-12 education as a whole. It also highlights the work of Michigan authorizers and describes recommendations for future action.