12850 Commonwealth Drive · Fort Myers, Florida 33913 · (239) 768-5048A Member of the Charter Schools USA Family of Schools
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Now accepting applications for the 2012-2013 school year. Click here to apply online today.

If you are unable to complete the application online, please print an application here.

Upcoming Events

2013-2014 Enrollment Packet Nights Grades 6-8

Gateway Charter Intermediate and High School will be excepting enrollment packets for new incoming students for the 2013-2014 school year. The school office will have extended office hours on Wednesday, April 10,17 and 24th until 6:00 pm. Please contact the Intermediate office at 239-768-2491 and the high school at 239-768-3350 for more information. All packets will need to be completed with requested documentation prior acceptance.

News

Request for Proposal - Special Education Clinical Services

Charter Schools USA (CSUSA) is accepting competitive bids for speech-language pathologists, occupational therapists, physical therapists, behavior specialists, mental health counselors, school psychologists, social workers, and nurses to conduct evaluations and/or to provide special education clinical services, and/or related services to CSUSA managed schools during the 2013-2014 school year. The Request for Proposal can be accessed here.

Jonathan Hage, CEO of Charter Schools USA, selected as Floridian of the year

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A Charter Schools USA "A" school in Overtown is making a difference in its students' lives.

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Volunteer Opportunities

Parents, click here regarding volunteer opportunities for the current quarter. Thank you for your continued support of GCS.

Parent Pick-Up

Please view the attached Parent Pick Up/Drop Off Procedures for the elementary building.

NO Full Day ISS (Grades 6th - 12th)

In order to protect our students' instructional time we will no longer be instituting full day In-School suspension as a consequence for poor choices. We will however be substituting any Level II action, page 35 of the Code of Conduct, for the ISS consequence. We feel that this will better serve our students by keeping them in their learning environment.

Gateway Charter School's Title II Plan

To view GCS's Title II plan please contact the office at 239-768-5048

GCS is proud to be a Florida "A" school.

Gateway Charter School

Welcome to Gateway Charter School, a Florida "A" school, located in Fort Myers, Florida. We are a tuition-free public charter school serving students in grades K through 8.

Mission

Mission Statement

To foster student learning and growth

Vision Statement

All stakeholders will share the commitment to develop students, who are reflective, life-long learners prepared to contribute to society.

Beliefs Statements

We believe a successful school involves the students, staff, parents, and other community members.

We believe that active participation on the part of students is required for them to learn.

We believe everyone deserves a safe, school environment.

We believe in providing a diverse curriculum that addresses student needs.

What is a Charter School?

Charter schools are part of a sweeping educational reform that places the highest priority on providing a better education. Charter schools are tuition free and are funded much like a public school, but each charter school is governed privately. Private governance places accountability squarely on the shoulders of the entity running the schools. Every dollar spent through the charter school system is focused on furthering each student’s education. Unlike traditional public schools, charter schools must demonstrate success, or they will lose their charter. Charter schools can be managed by municipalities, private companies or individuals.

Gateway Charter School is a member of the Charter Schools USA family of schools. Charter Schools USA is one of the largest providers of charter school management services in the state of Florida. CSUSA manages private and municipal charters for grades Pre-K through 12.

For more information on charter schools or Charter Schools USA, please visit www.charterschoolsusa.com.

Non-discrimination Statement: “In accordance with Federal Law and U.S. Department of Agriculture policy, this institution is prohibited from discriminating on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, or disability. To file a complaint of discrimination, write USDA, Director, Office of Adjudication, 1400 Independence Avenue, SW, Washington, D.C. 20250-9410 or call toll free (866) 632-9992 (Voice). Individuals who are hearing impaired or have speech disabilities may contact USDA through the Federal Relay Service at (800) 877-8339; or (800) 845-6136 (Spanish). USDA is an equal opportunity provider and employer.”