Full membership with voting rights is open to all operating Minnesota public charter schools.

By joining as a MACS School Member, you become an active part of a professional Association committed to promoting innovation, quality, choice, and accountability in public education by promoting charter schools in Minnesota. MACS addresses these goals through advocacy, information, resources, and support.

THE VALUE OF MEMBERSHIP:

Testimonials from members on the value and benefits of membership:

 
“MACS is the go-to place. When I have a charter school related question, they have the answer or will find the answer.”

“MACS is the authoritative charter voice at the Capitol, throughout the State of Minnesota and in our communities.”

"Being a member of an organization like MACS with a common purpose and goals reminds us all of the importance of being innovative charter school leaders."

To learn about the benefits of MACS membership and why other schools are members of the Association, check out the benefits information sheet below.

HOW TO JOIN MACS TODAY:

To join or renew as a school member, please fill out and return the following to our office:

• a School Membership Application form (request your individualized form from our office by emailing Sam at sam@mncharterschools.org)
• dues check for the appropriate amount (if you are paying in full), or
• ACH form (if you are choosing the automatic monthly withdrawals – download the form below)

MACS has two periods for membership: June-July and January-December

2012-2013 Membership Dues are:

• A base fee of $750, plus
• $23.50 per pupil fee based on your Oct. 1, 2012 childcount (membership dues are capped at $7,026)

*School Membership Application Forms are individualized based on student enrollment - please request a copy from our office.

For Further Information on School Membership:
Contact our office at 651.789.3090.