Central Charter School

ducational program
focusing on reading, writing mathematics, and language arts for “at risk” students in the Broward County School District. The curriculum shall emphasize proper manners and behaviors in an environment that is positive and safe. It shall further emphasize high expectation for success of all students enrolled. Finally, it shall provide opportunities to enhance parenting skills for the parents of students enrolled at Central Charter School.”
The school had its humble beginnings in a strip mall surrounded by other businesses and two churches. Central Charter School occupied two (bays) in the southernmost building (Buildings 1 and 2). The administration comprised Dr. Rosa Lawson and Mrs. Tracy Nessl the then principal. There were six (6) teachers, and six (6) classrooms. Surrounded by schools that were not doing very well academically, parents began seeking out an alternative to the traditional public school in hope of realizing success. The school was very successful in that we earned “A’s” consecutively for a number of years. This success quickly spread throughout the immediate and surrounding communities, and soon we were bombarded by parents trying desperately to get their students in. As a result, a waiting list was created. In 2011, the north building became available, and Kindergarten was moved to that building which made additional space available to grades one through six classrooms. There were more applicants than there was available space, and needless to say, all the spaces were taken in a very short while. Still there were many disappointed parents because there was no available place for their child/children. In May of 2013 Phyl’s Academy moved to another location and the building was acquired by Central Charter School. Seventh grade was added, and overall enrollment once again increased. Enrollment increased from approximately 800 to approximately 1,200 students. The instructional staff grew to 65 teachers. Today, Central Charter School has become an important organization in the community. It has served numerous students who have gone on to make their mark in society. Some are pursuing degrees in Medicine, Education, and Law, to name a few. Our successes have been attributed to the dedicated administration, faculty, and staff, who have gone above and beyond the call of duty to ensure that students get a well-rounded education. It is our hope to continue along the same path of excellence in education and continue to positively impact our local and global communities.