Charter Renewal Information

 
 

What is a charter renewal?

The California Department of Education requires all charter schools to renew every 5 to 7 years. A charter renewal authorizes a charter school to continue operating. The charter school must submit a Renewal Petition. Based on the petition and the school’s performance over the past term, the Oakland Unified School District (OUSD) Board must vote to approve or deny the petition.

*The OUSD Board will be voting to approve or deny AIMS Middle School and AIMS High School in the Fall of 2026/2027 school year.

AIMS is partnering with Families in Action (FIA) on this upcoming renewal campaign.

 

Why you should get involved!

The renewal ensures your child receives a high-quality education at a school you trust. If the charter renewal is denied, AIMS may have to appeal to the Alameda County Office of Education (ACOE) for a renewal, significantly impacting your child’s education.

 

What we need:

  • Volunteers to be an AIMS Charter Renewal Lead Team to lead training and engagement. 

  • Spread your positive AIMS story: Encourage other parents and community members to support the renewal. 

  • Attend parent training sessions hosted by Families in Action (FIA) to prepare for meetings with OUSD board members. 

  • Attend the public hearing: Show your support in person and leave a public comment in the OUSD Board meetings. 

  • Write to the OUSD Board: Express why AIMS is important for your child's education.

 

For more information:

We will be hosting Town Halls and inviting Board Members to events at the school.

If you are interested in getting involved, please contact:

Adria Bani: 510-907-0614

Abigail Genova: abigail.genova@aimsk12.org

Viveca Ycoy-Walton: viveca.ycoywalton@fiaoakland.org