The City of Henderson is authorized to oversee charter schools within its municipal boundaries. Committed to high-quality authorizing practices, we actively engage with the latest research and developments in the field to strengthen its capacity and apply best practices. As a member of the National Association of Charter School Authorizers, we participate in ongoing professional development and collaborates with authorizers nationwide.

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First Charter School Approved

We are excited to share that Kesher Academy was approved as a charter school operator during the August 5, 2025 City Council meeting.

As a charter school authorizer, we're excited to expand educational opportunities for Henderson families. Our thorough and rigorous application process ensures that the charter schools we authorize to operate in our City will be held to high standards—providing our community with accountable, responsive and high-quality educational options. We support giving families more choices to find the best learning environment for their children.

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Why the City of Henderson?
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History of Henderson and Charter Schools


Watch a Virtual Charter School Application Training

Want to learn more about the charter school application process? Please view our comprehensive training sessions below. These sessions will guide potential applicants through the application steps, provide helpful tips, and answer any questions you may have. For questions, please email COHAuthorizing@cityofhenderson.com.

Training Session 1
Training Session 2
Training Session 3
Training Session 4

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