December 9th, 2025, from noon to 1:30 p.m.: Technical Assistance Session - Join now
January 9th, 2026, from 1 to 2:30 p.m.: Technical Assistance Session - Join now
- Session Description:
  
  The Office of New Initiatives offers technical assistance for organizations interested in opening an operator-led school, providing guidance on the whole application process, from developing a high-quality school model to understanding operational, academic, and financial requirements. Through this support, prospective operators will learn about key components of the charter application, submission expectations, evaluation criteria, timelines, and best practices for designing programs that meet the needs of Baltimore City students and communities. If you are interested in attending or have questions about the application process, please email Kendra R. Banks at krbanks@bcps.k12.md.us.
February 3rd, 2026: Letter of Intent Submission Deadline
March 3rd, 2026: Application Submission Deadline

Resources for Applicants:

Technical Review Presentation – Learn about expectations and timeline
New Charter School Application and Rubric – Required components and submission guidelines
- Abridged Charter Application and Rubric – Review criteria and scoring framework
Baltimore City Public Schools Comprehensive Educational Facilities Master Plan (CEFMP)

Interested in applying? Reach out to the Office of New Initiatives, Kendra R. Banks, Manager, krbanks@bcps.k12.md.us.

Note: Applications typically open annually in the spring. Please email us for updates.