FAQs

A public charter school is a tuition-free school that is publicly funded but independently run. In exchange for exemptions from many of the state laws and regulations that govern traditional public schools, public charters are bound to the terms of a contract or “charter” that lays out a schools’ mission and accountability requirements. Public charters have an authorizer such as a state agency, university, or school district.

Stellar Elementary and Carmen South Middle are authorized by University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee. The remainder of our campuses are authorized by Milwaukee Public Schools.

Carmen’s mission is to ensure all students are critical thinkers and self-directed learners prepared for success in college, meaningful careers, community involvement, and family life.

Carmen Schools does not offer daily transportation for our students. Parents are responsible for drop off and pick up. Milwaukee County Transit is another option for convenient transportation for some students. Learn more at https://www.ridemcts.com/

Carmen Schools of Science and Technology is a network of non-instrumentality public charter schools offering K4-12 grades, authorized through MPS for our middle and high schools and through UW-Milwaukee for Carmen South Middle and Stellar Elementary.

No. Carmen Schools of Science and Technology is a free public charter school network in Milwaukee, WI. All families are welcome to fill out an application.

Yes. All Carmen schools require uniforms. Students are encouraged and rewarded for adhering to our uniform policy. Uniforms can create a sense of pride and unity amongst students while reducing distractions.

Yes! Families are still encouraged to apply even if they miss an application deadline. Applications received after the established deadline will be placed on our waitlist and a member of our Admissions team will make offers as seats become available.

Once you have received an offer via Schoolmint or mail, registering is quick and easy. All steps are available via Schoolmint, but our Admissions team is here to help. Email admissions@Carmenschools.org for assistance!