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Now accepting applications for both the 2011-2012 and 2012-2013 school year.
To access the application, please attend an information session and receive a confirmation code here.
OR
If you are unable to complete the application online, please print this document and write your code on the application, before submitting. Be advised that applications received without a confirmation code will not be accepted here.
Upcoming Events
Recommitting has begun for 2012-2013. Please fill out the form and return to school by February 28th.
2012-2013 Enrollment Sessions
Please join Gateway Charter High School for the 2012-2013 Enrollment Sessions. We will be showing a PowerPoint presentation that will showcase our school followed by questions and answers and then you will be able to have a tour of the campus and classrooms. Sessions will be held on the dates listed below in the cafeteria promptly at 6:00pm.
Session Dates:
9th - 12th:
December 15th, January 19th, February 1st
GCHS SAC Meeting
The School Advisory Council of Gateway Charter High School will meet on Monday, January 9th at 4:30pm in room 137. The public is welcomed to attend.
News
Family Newsletter
Please view our February Newsletter created by our Leading Edge Team.
Cambridge Advanced Program of Studies (CAPS)
Gateway offers a Cambridge Advanced Program of Studies for grade 9. The Cambridge/AICE Program is an internationally-recognized, pre-university curriculum which offers a rigorous and relevant program of studies and is sponsored by Cambridge University in England.
To find out more about the Cambridge Program visit http://www.cie.org.uk/countries/usa.
For information and to apply, please contact Maricel Knapczyk, Cambridge Program Coordinator at mKnapczyk@gatewaycharterhigh.org
NEW CLASS!!
GCHS has recently received approval from Cambridge International Examinations to offer the AICE Business Studies course to eligible juniors and seniors!! If you would like more information regarding the syllabus, please visit http://www.cie.org.uk/qualifications/academic/uppersec/alevel/subject?assdef_id=735 and if you would like to sign up for the class (offered 7th period only at GCHS), please contact your Guidance Counselor at 768-3350:
Mr. Barnes-A-L
Mrs. Corrente-M-Z
Summer G.I.V.E. Form
Students, use the attached G.I.V.E. Form for your volunteer hours during the summer. Return the completed form to the front office by August 10th.
GCHS is proud to be a Florida "A" school.
Gateway Charter High School
We Are The Griffins!
Gateway Charter High School (GCHS) is a public high school chartered by the School District of Lee County to serve students in the District. GCHS empowers families and supports students in grades 9-12 to meet and exceed rigorous academic standards, to promote life-long learning skills, and to advance our belief that parental involvement and partnership in education is critical to student success.
GCHS is accountable for academic results and fiscal practices to our Board (the Lee Charter Foundation), parents, and students. GCHS is reaching for the high standards established in its charter as evidenced by its A+ grade and graduation rate of 87% in 2007. These achievements are made possible through the support of our management company, Charter Schools USA.
Mission
Mission Statement
To foster student learning and growth
Vision Statement
All stakeholders will share the commitment to develop students, who are reflective, life-long learners prepared to contribute to society.
Beliefs Statements
We believe a successful school involves the students, staff, parents, and other community members.
We believe that active participation on the part of students is required for them to learn.
We believe everyone deserves a safe, school environment.
We believe in providing a diverse curriculum that addresses student needs.
What is a Charter School?
Charter schools are part of a sweeping educational reform that places the highest priority on providing a better education. Charter schools are tuition free and are funded much like a public school, but each charter school is governed privately. Private governance places accountability squarely on the shoulders of the entity running the schools. Every dollar spent through the charter school system is focused on furthering each student’s education. Unlike traditional public schools, charter schools must demonstrate success, or they will lose their charter. Charter schools can be managed by municipalities, private companies or individuals.
Gateway Charter High is a member of the Charter Schools USA family of schools. Charter Schools USA is one of the largest providers of charter school management services in the state of Florida. CSUSA manages private and municipal charters for grades Pre-K through 12.
For more information on charter schools or Charter Schools USA, please visit www.charterschoolsusa.com.