The objectives and purposes of the charter school are: (1) to foster quality public education and to advance the interests of public school students through the promotion and advocacy of charter schools; (2) to simulate and replicate the development of innovative programs in public education with an emphasis on mathematics, science and technology; (3) to provide opportunities for learning and assessments; (4) to provide parents and students with greater educational options in choosing a school; (5) to hold teachers, parents, and school administrators accountable for the student educational process.; relieve the overcrowding in schools in the city; and accommodate the large demand for admission to MAST- byberry.