Level 2
Developing
Aware. Basic processes in place. Compliance-focused.
The board has established basic governance processes and consistently meets legal compliance requirements. Governance is predictable at a minimum level. The board understands its responsibilities but governance practices are compliance-driven rather than quality-driven. There is limited proactive governance activity.
Gate Requirements
To achieve Level 2, a school must satisfy every gate below. Requirements are cumulative — all prior-level gates must remain in effect.
- All Emerging gates met
- Meeting notice compliance ≥ 85% over trailing 6 months
- Minutes approved within 30 days for ≥ 80% of meetings
- No unresolved Critical policy audit findings
- Annual audit completed within required timeframe
- At least 50% of board members have completed foundational training
Prior level requirements (4)
- · School is legally incorporated as a nonprofit
- · Board has minimum required seats (per bylaws)
- · School has an active charter agreement
- · Board has met at least once in the past 90 days
Domain Characteristics at Level 2
D1
Board Composition & Competency
All board positions filled, roles understood, basic orientation for new members. Training is happening but not systematically tracked.
D2
Governance Processes & Compliance
Meeting notices consistently posted on time, minutes completed within 30 days, basic policy library in place.
D3
Strategic Oversight & Accountability
Strategic plan exists and is referenced. Leadership receives performance feedback. Academic data is reviewed at meetings.
D4
Financial Governance & Sustainability
Annual audit completed on time. Budget reviewed monthly. Treasurer actively engaged. No material audit findings.
D5
Transparency & Stakeholder Accountability
Meeting documents published. Parent input mechanisms exist. Authorizer reporting completed on time.
Signals & Indicators
What governance data typically shows for a school at this maturity level.
- Governance Maturity Score typically 45–62
- Meeting notice compliance 85–95%
- 50–75% board certification completion
- Policy audit: only Advisory findings remain
- Financial documents uploaded on schedule
Authorizer Perspective
Satisfactory governance. Meets minimum compliance expectations. Not at risk but not distinguished.
Integration profile status at Level 2
| Profile | Status | What it means |
|---|---|---|
| CGMI-C · Compliance | Active | Appraisal report can be submitted as compliance evidence for all mapped frameworks. |
| CGMI-A · Authorizer | Eligible | Meets minimum compliance expectations. Satisfactory for renewal consideration. |
| CGMI-P · Partner | Tracking | Network operators may begin monitoring schools at this level. |
Advancement
Moving to Level 3: Established
Proactive. Documented standards. Governance-driven culture.
See Level 3 requirements →