One of the most
significant issues that charter schools have faced is the budgetary
challenges resulting from the significant hold back funding established by
the state of Minnesota. In order for Cedar Riverside Community School (CRCS)
to survive and have a viable future, the school needed to continue to grow
while maintaining conservative spending guidelines. We needed to
balance
the growth of our student population with a program that consisted of
specialists and highly qualified educators – all with a defined and tightly
maintained budget. The challenge was met!
As of 2009, CRCS has become a financially stable charter school
organization while growing from 115 students K-8 to over 150 students at
present. Our staff of 15 in 2009 has more than doubled during the same
period adding more highly qualified educators, specialists, support staff,
and contracted services. We continue to anticipate strong growth and a
reputation for excellence in the future!
Renovation News
We’ve been very fortunate to be a part of a two million dollar building renovation at CRCS in 2011. Going from approximately 10,000 square feet to house our K-8 program and a small administrative area to over 17,000 square feet has given our staff and students an incredible excitement for our future! We have new
classrooms
equipped with new furnishings and technology. All of our building systems
were upgraded, including heating, cooling, and duct work. New windows,
doors, flooring, along with sinks and cabinets were installed in each
classroom. We’ve upgraded our technology network. CRCS is now housed in an
incredibly beautiful building – a luxurious place for our community of
learners
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