MI Charter School Symposium

The annual Michigan Charter School Symposium is an exclusive event for charter school professionals across the Mitten, built to push boundaries, this collaborative event is fueled by leadership, connection, and shared curiosity.

You deserve this!

The Michigan charter school movement is comprised of diverse leaders, innovators, and pioneers - including you. We're giving you a platform to disconnect from your everyday life and network with the brightest minds in public education reform to discover innovative learning approaches featuring dynamic speakers, engaging sessions, and a fearless atmosphere.

THANK YOU to everyone who joined us at the 2024 Michigan charter school symposium! 

Missed out this year? Don’t worry! Registration for next year’s Symposium will open in August 2025. Make sure to mark your calendar for December 10-11, 2025 it’s going to be another can’t-miss event!

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MiCSS Focus Areas

The Michigan Charter School Symposium is a conference built for charter professionals, by charter professionals. We believe that to push the boundaries of innovation, we have to lead in the areas that matter to students and families most. That's why our sessions and speakers are curated in these focus areas that help us grow together as a movement in shared ideas.

Emotional Intelligence & Wellbeing

Explore strategies that support emotionally healthy educators, resilient classrooms, and student-centered learning environments.

Reimagining Ed Leadership

Empower leaders to navigate change, drive innovation, and shape the future of education through strategy, advocacy, and inclusive leadership.

School Business Leadership

Strengthen your school's foundation with strategic financial leadership, talent retention, and a culture that supports educators and students.

Marketing the Charter Narrative

Shaping the charter school story to strengthen public support, advocacy, and enrollment.

Family & Community Partnerships

Strengthen student success through meaningful family engagement, community partnerships, and student-centered advocacy.

Chartering a Vision for the Future

Redefining K-12 education through innovation, technology, and forward-thinking policy solutions.

#MiCSS testimonials
"In working with people of other generations, we have to be willing to do the work; to build a bridge and then leverage their strength. I loved the encouragement and inspiration Tim Elmore brought to us on Thursday!"
“I was reminded that each and every one of us plays a key role in leadership despite our titles. It also takes a lot of self-awareness, patience, and collaboration to reach the goals we want to achieve.”
“I felt empowered hearing from those that are in the trenches. I left the Symposium feeling motivated.”
“The hospitality and guest speakers were on point. Loved the socializing after the workshops.”

“I really enjoyed the topics such as mental health and leadership as well as the presenters, student performances, and the interactive nature of the workshops.”

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Are you interested in speaking at Symposium?

We are seeking thoughtful and engaging proposals for sessions on the topics most critical to charter schools that have clear learning outcomes, present advanced-level content (most attendees are veterans), engage the expertise in the audience, and address a significant topic. 
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Thank you to our sponsors!

Premier Sponsors

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Gold Sponsors

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Silver Sponsors

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