Charter Amendments & Non-Material Changes
From time to time, a charter schoo may need to revise one or more component of its Charter or Contract. Pursuant to S.C. Code Ann. § 59-40-60, proposed changes are classified as either material or non-material, and the type of change determines the review and approval process.
Material amendmentss require review by PCSD staff and approval by the PCSD Board of Trustees.
Non-material changes require review and approval by PCSD staff only.
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Determine the Type of Change
Material vs Non-Material Charter Changes Decision Guide
Use this guide to determine whether your proposed change is a material amendment or a non-material change before submitting your request.
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Submit Your Request
Charter Amendment & Non-Material Change Request Form
Complete the form to submit your request. The form is used for both material amendments and non-material changes. material Amendments will be routed for Board approval, while non-material changes will be reviewed by PCSD staff.
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What Happens Next?
Material Amendment
Non-Material Change
PCSD staff review
PCSD staff review
Additional information may be requested
Additional information may be requested
Recommendation to PCSD Board of Trustees
Staff decision
Board approval required before implementation
Staff approval required before implementation
Important Information
Material amendment requests must be submitted at least 60 days before the PCSD Board meeting at which the request will be considered.
School representatives are required to attend the Board meeting in person to present material amendment requests.
Changes requiring PCSD approval may not be implemented until all required approvals have been obtained.
Resources
Office of School Facilities Policies & Procedures Charter Goals Template High School Expansion Guidance
Contact
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Kristin Farmer
Chief of Authorization & Development
✉️ kfarmer@sccharter.org
📞803-734-4368