Mission The Charter High School for Architecture + Design is a learning community committed to an innovative program [of study,] integrating the design process with the mastery of a strong liberal arts education. The school offers each student the opportunity for success and the preparation for life-long learning and responsible citizenship. CHAD is a thoughtful […]
Fast Facts Founded by the Philadelphia Chapter of the American Institute of Architects as its Legacy 2000 Project, CHAD is a gift of substantial and enduring value to the city of Philadelphia. Governance: CHAD is a public, independent tuition-free high school, one of 46 charter schools currently established in Philadelphia. Its Board of Trustees consists […]
What are Charter Schools? Charter schools are independent public schools, designed and operated by educators, parents, community leaders, educational entrepreneurs and others. They are sponsored by designated local or state educational organizations who monitor their quality and integrity, but allow them to operate free from many of the bureaucratic constraints facing traditional public schools. Charter […]