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Board renews Allegro Charter School of Music and approves East Cooper Montessori contract
Summary
The Charleston County School District Board approved a 10‑year charter renewal negotiation for Allegro Charter School of Music with a one‑year reporting requirement and approved the contract with East Cooper Montessori School.
The Board of Trustees approved motions on charter renewals during its May 19 meeting.
The board directed legal services to negotiate a 10‑year contract renewal with Allegro Charter School of Music and required the school to report back to the board in one year on its progress. Public comment in the meeting included a parent and Allegro board member who thanked the district for a decade of collaboration and noted rising application numbers and a permanent facility.
Separately, trustees approved a charter contract with East Cooper Montessori School. Board members asked staff and legal counsel to finalize contract language and move the agreements forward.
Board action was taken by voice vote on both items after motions and seconds were made in open session.
