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Now accepting applications for the 2012-2013 school year.
To apply, have your confirmation code ready and apply here.
If you do not have a confirmation code, please review this presentation to receive a confirmation code.
Recommitting has begun for 2012-2013. Please fill out the form and return to school by February 28th.
News
Parent Survey Announcement
RECEIVE ONE VOLUNTEER HOUR for completing and submitting the Parent Survey. You will receive this survey by email to your home or you can log on to SIS and click on the link under ANNOUNCEMENTS.
(The notice will read "Mid-Year Parent Satisfaction Survey") This survey will provide us with valuable information on the performance & operations of your charter school. We appreciate your input and thank you for participating. The deadline for submitting the survey is May 25, 2012.
Is your child worth less?
A recent study by tax watch outlines the inequities between charter and traditional public school funding.
Click here to read the full report.
Family Newsletter
Please view our April Newsletter created by our Leading Edge Team.
NEW for 2011-2012
Cambridge Advanced Program of Studies (CAPS)
Gateway offers a Cambridge Advanced Program of Studies for grade 7, 8, 9. The Cambridge/AICE Program is an internationally-recognized, pre-university curriculum which offers a rigorous and relevant program of studies and is sponsored by Cambridge University in England.
To find out more about the Cambridge Program visit http://www.cie.org.uk/countries/usa.
For information and to apply, please contact Janet Morris, Cambridge Program Coordinator at jmorris@gatewaycharterschool.org
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.