__________ are tuition-free, taxpayer supported, independently run public schools that operate under a contract with a specific mission.

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Charter schools are independently run public schools that operate under a contract (charter) with a specific mission. They are tuition-free, taxpayer supported, and are held accountable for academic and financial performance. Parochial schools are private schools that have a religious affiliation, while public schools are managed by local or state government agencies. High schools refer to a specific type of school that serves students typically in grades 9-12.

__________ Are Tuition-Free, Taxpayer Supported, Independently Run Public Schools That