Governance
Procedures for Addressing Concerns
If you have a concern, start with the Conflict Resolution Designee for your campus. Parents, concerned citizens and the general public may also address the Governing Board at a board meeting.
Step 1 · Contact your campus
Conflict Resolution Designees
Reach out to the designee for your child's campus. They are the first point of contact for resolving concerns.
Lincoln-Marti Charter Schools
Osceola Campus
Conflict Resolution Designee
Daniht Reategui
Lincoln-Marti Charter Schools
Little Havana Campus
Conflict Resolution Designee
Maria Vasallo
Charter High Schools of the Americas
Charter High Schools of the Americas
Conflict Resolution Designee
Maria C. Rodriguez
Lincoln-Marti Charter Schools
Hialeah Campus
Conflict Resolution Designee
Marlene Alvarez
Lincoln-Marti Charter Schools
International Campus
Conflict Resolution Designee
Maria Vasallo
Charter High Schools of the Americas
Florida City
Conflict Resolution Designee
Georgia Velez
Management Company
Educational Management Associates, L.L.C.
2700 SW 8th Street, Miami, Florida 33135
(305) 643-4888
Step 2 · Public comment
Procedures for Addressing the Board
Parents, concerned citizens and the general public can sign-up to address the Governing Board at a board meeting. If someone would like to address the Governing Board, that person can do so at the board meeting by writing his or her name on the speaker's list that is available at the meeting.
When the public comment portion of the agenda begins, the Governing Board Chair will call the names of the persons who signed-up to speak in the order that they appear on the list. Each speaker is allotted a minimum time of two minutes to address the board. If additional time is needed, the speaker may ask the board to extend the time.
How it works
- Sign the speaker's listWrite your name on the list available at the board meeting.
- Wait to be calledDuring public comment, the Board Chair calls speakers in the order they signed up.
- Address the boardEach speaker is allotted a minimum of two minutes and may ask the board to extend the time.
Frequently asked questions
Procedures for addressing concerns: FAQ
Common questions families ask about raising a concern at Lincoln-Marti Charter Schools.
Who should I contact first about a concern?
Start with the conflict resolution designee at your child’s campus. Their names, phone numbers and emails are listed at the top of this page, and they can often resolve issues quickly and directly.
Can I address the governing board about my concern?
Yes. Parents, concerned citizens and the general public can write their name on the speaker’s list available at a board meeting and speak during the public comment portion of the agenda.
When does the governing board meet?
Check the board meeting schedule for upcoming meeting dates for the Miami and Osceola schools.
Where can I read past board meeting minutes?
Official minutes are posted on the board minutes page, organized by school year.
Who manages Lincoln-Marti Charter Schools?
Educational Management Associates, L.L.C., 2700 SW 8th Street, Miami, Florida 33135. The main office can be reached at (305) 643-4888, Monday through Friday.
Where can I learn more about charter schools in Florida?
The Florida Department of Education publishes information about school choice and charter schools.
What should I have ready when I contact the designee?
Have your child’s full name, campus and grade, a short description of the concern, any dates or documents that help explain it, and the best phone number or email to reach you.
Is there a cost to speak during public comment?
No. Public comment is open to parents, concerned citizens and the general public at no cost. Simply sign the speaker’s list when you arrive at the meeting.