This rule is necessary for the implementation and administration of the Schools of Hope program established in s. 1002.333, Florida Statutes. The rule will establish the process and criteria for non-profit charter school operators to apply to the State Board of Education for the initial Hope Operator designation. Additionally, the rule will establish and incorporate a Notice of Intent form, Performance-Based Agreement form and Application for Hope Operator Status form, as required in s. 1002.333, Florida Statutes, and describe the process to establish a School of Hope.