SB 2943

Abstract

Amends the Charter Schools Law of the School Code. Provides that a charter school district may be established, in compliance with referendum provisions, by converting an existing school district to charter school district status. Provides that an intergovernmental agreement must be made with a contiguous school district to accept pupils who choose not to attend the charter school district. Provides that the charter school district shall be administered by its elected school board and may have more than one campus. Provides that a charter school district and its school board have all of the rights and duties and are subject to the same limitations as are provided in the Charter Schools Law for charter schools and their governing bodies. Effective immediately.