Mar 28, 2024  
Loyola Marymount University Bulletin 2022-2023 
    
Loyola Marymount University Bulletin 2022-2023 [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Charter/Small School Leadership Certificate


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Contact Information


Program Director: Manuel Ponce

Academic Advisor: Terri Taylor

Introduction/Overview


The Certificate in Charter/Small School Leadership consists of 9 semester hours (3 classes) in one academic year. Designed for those who already have a general background in educational leadership, are already leading in a charter school, or an innovator who wants to explore creating their own school, this Certificate provides candidates with cutting-edge research, as well as with the practical skills they need to succeed in innovative charter school and small school settings.

Program Outcomes


As a result of this program, candidates will:

  • Demonstrate the skills, knowledge, and dispositions to serve as an Educational Leader in California with an emphasis on the specific needs of charter school leaders
  • Articulate a vision for instructional leadership that includes a strong emphasis on cultural and linguistic diversity, special education, the successful development of English Language Learners, and the parent-school relationship
  • Develop an understanding of the financial and operational aspects of charter school leadership
  • Demonstrate their understanding of the fundamental aspects of charter school leadership and operations through the construction of a charter school petition

Program Admission Requirements


  • Graduate Application
  • 2 Letters of Recommendation
    • One letter must be from applicant’s employer
  • 1 sealed official transcript
  • Resume
  • Charter Schools Program Agreement
  • Bachelor’s degree
  • Statement of Intent addressing:
    • Applicant’s understanding of diversity, social justice, and student achievement. Discuss implications of these for leadership and how they intersect with your personal leadership in your current school setting, as well as in future administrative leadership roles.
  • A cumulative undergraduate GPA of 3.0, or a 3.05 in the last 60 undergraduate units, or a 3.0 in at least 9 graduate units is required.
  • For applicants who completed an undergraduate/graduate degree outside of the U.S.A.:
    • Transcript evaluations
    • TOEFL or IELTS minimum score

Certificate Requirements


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