State Board outlines rules for Opportunity Public Charter Schools, keeps 75% 'at‑risk' threshold
The State Board of Education presented rules implementing Opportunity Public Charter Schools that require at least 75% of enrolled students to meet statutory 'at‑risk' criteria and set enrollment priorities; lawmakers raised questions about funding flow, boarding charters, and references to the Achievement School District.
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The State Board of Education presented a package of rules on July 23 to implement Opportunity Public Charter Schools (OPCS), a new category created by Public Chapter 1066 (2024). Nathan James, speaking for the board, said the rules define OPCS eligibility (grades 6–12), require a minimum 75% of students be classified as "at risk" under statute, and establish the order of enrollment preference.
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