Wayne describes the challenges he faced in launching New Beginnings Academy.
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In this eight and a half segment (download iPod compatible, 44MB), Wayne Millette describes the steps he had to go through in launching New Beginnings Academy. There were three challenges. First, the school had to become authorized by an authorizing authority in order to undertake any operations as school such as hiring staff. After a period of working with nearby Eastern Michigan University, New Beginnings decided to seek a more expedited process with the market leader, Central Michigan University. New Beginnings was able to get its charter in August of the year it started, barely in time.
Second, New Beginnings faced an eight week period from the third week in August to the third week in October during which they would have to operate without revenue. To fill the gap, they obtained a state start-up grant of sixty-five thousand dollars.
Third, they needed a building. The first building fell through due to difficulties with zoning changes. However, New Beginnings was fortunate to find a church location that could accommodate them for two years. They then moved to their current building in 2001 after completely gutting and renovating it.
In our next segment, we'll discuss why Wayne wanted to start a charter school.
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