The federal Charter Schools Program (CSP) supports the creation of new schools and the replication of charter schools that are producing results. In this series, we take a closer look at charter schools across the nation that were able to open their doors and serve unique community needs due to CSP grants.
The Baltimore Leadership School for Young Women (BLSYW) was founded on a simple goal: to give Baltimore, MD public school students the same quality education and opportunities as their peers in private schools. The school’s all-girls environment prepares the young women of Baltimore for success in college and life through a strong school culture and innovative teaching practices. BLSYW Executive Director Maureen Colburn noted that without the CSP startup funds, the school would not have been able to open. The startup funds were used for basics as well as bringing the initial staff—six teachers and two administrators—together around BLSYW’s mission and develop the school culture. Reflecting on her school experience, tenth grade student Cyrena said, “Here at BLSYW, they promote leadership and sisterhood. And in the classroom, teachers show us how to become leaders globally, and our sisters are there to influence each other and remind each other that we’re going to transform Baltimore one young woman at a time.” Please click here to learn more about the Baltimore Leadership School for Young Women and other charter schools that have received CSP funding.
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