Charter schools in Minnesota are approved by the Minnesota Department of Education and must have an Authorizer to oversee school operations. Together, these entities monitor the school's performance in both academic and non-academic contract goals. The role of an authorizer is to ensure that the schools it authorizes fulfill the purposes of chartered public schools and that the agreed-upon terms of the charter contract safeguard quality educational opportunities for students and maintain public trust and confidence.

Volunteers of America-Minnesota authorizes PACT Charter School as of July 1, 2022.

About Our Authorizer

Volunteers of America’s charter school authorizing program provides charter schools with the flexibility and freedom to innovate while meeting student needs. They ensure their charter schools operate in a manner that fosters high student outcomes by overseeing and promoting the school's health. They aim to help build a culture of excellence by engaging in intelligent, proactive relationships based on transparency, experience, and respect for a value-add to the schools they support. 

Authorizing Program Manager

Stephanie Olsen
Volunteers of America-MN
9220 Bass Lake Road, Suite 255
New Hope, MN 55428
612.345.8271  |  Email