The Orange County Board of Education may renew the charter of an authorized charter school in accordance with California Education Code sections 47607 and 47607.2.
The Charter Schools Unit coordinates the charter renewal review process and provides recommendations to the Orange County Board of Education.
Important
State law extended the terms of certain charter schools whose expiration dates fell within specified timeframes. Schools should consult the applicable provisions of Education Code section 47607.4 to determine whether these statutory extensions apply to their charter.
Before You Submit
Before submitting a renewal petition, charter schools should:
- Review current renewal requirements and applicable Education Code.
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Confirm renewal timelines and Orange County Board of Education meeting dates.
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Complete all required forms and supporting documentation.
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Contact the Charter Schools Unit with questions before submission.
Renewal Resources
Use the resources below to prepare and submit a charter renewal petition.
Last reviewed August 2026
