The following is a list of frequently
asked questions.
What is a charter school?
A charter school is an independently run public school granted greater flexibility in its operations, in return for greater accountability for performance. New York charter schools must have their charters renewed every five years. Charter schools accept students completely at random through a lottery.
Is there a cost to attend your school?
Absolutely not. Charter schools are tuition-free, like all public schools. All students, regardless of background, are eligible to submit an application for the lottery.
How many students are in each class at Excellence?
Each class has no more than 29 students and 2 teachers.
Do you provide transportation and breakfast and lunch?
Transportation for eligible Excellence Girls students is provided by the New York City Department of Education's Office of Pupil Transportation, and Excellence Girls staff works hard to help Excellence Girls families deal with the inevitable challenges associated with coordinating transportation through an outside provider. Excellence Girls provides breakfast, lunch, and snack free of charge to all its students.
Is there a school uniform?
Yes.
How do I apply to Excellence?
To find out more about applying to Excellence Girls Charter School, please , click here.
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