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What is a Charter School?

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A charter school is an independently run, tuition-free, public school granted greater flexibility in its operations (length of school day, class size, programs offered, etc.), in return for greater accountability for performance.

Our Mission

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The mission of South Shore Charter School is to cultivate in our students the tenacity, integrity, and curiosity needed to become innovative and socially responsible leaders, ready to face and solve the ever-changing challenges facing our society.

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The Board of Trustees has a diversity of experiences, expertise, and personal backgrounds that are essential to the success of South Shore Charter School.

Bid Requests

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To view the bid summary and analysis, please click on the Project Name below.

Meet Our Founder

Mr. Dermoth Mattison is the Founder and Executive Director of South Shore Charter School, a nationally recognized public charter school serving communities across Long Island, New York. With nearly 20 years of experience in charter school leadership, he is a lifelong advocate for educational equity and opportunity.

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