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        <ExplanationTxt>The Charter School is exempt from federal and state income taxes under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code and similar state income tax laws. The Organization is not a private foundation and contributions to the Charter School qualify as a charitable tax deduction by the contributor. The Organization has evaluated and determined that there are no uncertain tax positions as of June 30, 2024. The Association's tax returns are subject to possible examination by the taxing authorities.</ExplanationTxt>
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        <ExplanationTxt>The policy is communicated in all solicitations and registration materials.</ExplanationTxt>
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      <SupplementalInformationDetail>
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        <ExplanationTxt>The School does not provide scholarships or other financial assistance.</ExplanationTxt>
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      <SupplementalInformationDetail>
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        <ExplanationTxt>The Organization receives financial aid and assistance from the Minnesota Department of Education and the U.S. Department of Education.</ExplanationTxt>
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        <ExplanationTxt>Form 990 will be presented and approved by the Board of Directors prior to filing.</ExplanationTxt>
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        <ExplanationTxt>All employees must disclose conflicts of interest or potential conflicts of interest and obtain written approval from the Head of School in order to continue on any and all projects involving that conflict. Conflicts are reviewed on a regular basis.</ExplanationTxt>
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