Colorado. Department of Education. Schools of Choice Office.

This guide is designed to provide guidance and practical help for the administrator to successfully fulfill the enormous responsibilities and avoid many operational challenges. This guide summarizes what a charter school administrator needs to be aware of and offers links to resources where more detailed information in a specific area can be found.

"This study examines the leadership landscape in Colorado's charter schools using an extensive survey of charter administrators/principals. The survey was administered in fall 2009 and covered a broad range of topics in five general areas: Background of Charter Leaders, Leadership of Charter School Principals, Charter Principals and Boards, Charter Leaders' Time and Resources, and Instructional Leadership."

The purpose of this guide is to equip present and future school board members with the knowledge they need to fulfill their duties.