SB 2205

Abstract

Amends the Charter Schools Law of the School Code. Establishes the Illinois Charter Public School Commission as an independent, State-level, charter school authorizing entity working in collaboration with the State Board of Education. Includes provisions concerning membership, funding, staff, and powers and duties; Illinois Schools of Excellence charter school applications; limiting a school board's authority to authorize charter schools; the approval of cosponsors, a cosponsor agreement, the duties of a sponsor, and sponsor immunity; and an annual report to the General Assembly and the State Board. Provides that every 2 years (instead of annually), the State Board shall compile evaluations of charter schools received from school boards. Effective immediately.