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Final lottery season Open Houses at Francis-Stevens

From our friends at Francis-Stevens PTA…Francis-Stevens is a PS-8 Education Campus located in Foggy Bottom/West-end of Dupont. One of the results of recent consolidation by DCPS is that Francis-Stevens will be merging with School Without Walls, an application-only public HS based near the campus of the George Washington University. Francis-Stevens PS-8 students will continue toContinue reading “Final lottery season Open Houses at Francis-Stevens”

$400 Million – by Peter MacPherson

by Pether MacPherson Dear Friends: Some of you may not be aware that last week the news was released that the city has a $400 million budget surplus. This is far in excess of the $140 million that was reported back in November. There are many worthwhile projects that could benefit from access toContinue reading “$400 Million – by Peter MacPherson”

My Community, Our Earth – Collaborative Mapping for Sustainable Development

The Association of American Geographers has a program called MyCOE Global Connections & Exchange. The focus is on sustainable development (e.g., climate change, food security) and raising awareness in our local communities via collaborative mapping. The program is open to high school students and teachers can earn $300 for their classroom. See more detailsContinue reading “My Community, Our Earth – Collaborative Mapping for Sustainable Development”

Labyrinth’s Teacher Wish List Program – Learning Through Games

Did you know Labyrinth Game Shop has a Teacher Wish List program? Tell your teachers they can bring more learning fun into their classroom at a discount. See details here.

Public input needed for FY 2014 Children’s Budget Report – by Susie Cambria

The Deputy Mayor for Health and Human Services and the Interim Deputy Mayor for Education are preparing the FY 2014 Children’s Budget Report, to be released in March 2013. One of the first steps is to identify the agencies, programs, and activities (in budget parlance) in the budget to be included in this annual report.Continue reading “Public input needed for FY 2014 Children’s Budget Report – by Susie Cambria”

CHPSPO Meeting Notes – January 15, 2013

Capitol Hill Public Schools Parent Organization Maury Elementary School Library 6:30 p.m. – 8 p.m. 1) At-large City Council Candidates Forum (Charles Allen, Councilmember Wells’ Chief of Staff) In April, District voters will elect an at-large City Councilmember in a special election for a two-year term. Eliot-Hine would like to host a student-led candidates’ forumContinue reading “CHPSPO Meeting Notes – January 15, 2013”

You’re invited to Maury’s 2nd Annual Think Tank and Science Expo – Jan 24

COME LEARN, PLAY AND THINK WITH YOUR CHILD! WHEN: January 24, 2012 from 6:00-7:30pm WHERE: Maury Elementary Multi-Purpose Room and grounds (1250 Constitution Ave. NE) WHAT: This year you will find some of last year’s favorite stations, as well as new ones! You will be able to… Construct ramps, balance objects, fold origami and identifyContinue reading “You’re invited to Maury’s 2nd Annual Think Tank and Science Expo – Jan 24”

DCPS School Consolidation Plan Announced

DC Public Schools’ final consolidation plan was announced on January 17. What does this mean for CHPSPO schools? Tommy Wells commends Chancellor Henderson and highlights direct impact to Ward 6 schools and invites the public to attend Chancellor Henderson’s briefing to the Council’s Committee on Education about her “School Consolidation Plan of 2013” on Wednesday JanuaryContinue reading “DCPS School Consolidation Plan Announced”

Call for Support of Healthy School Lunches and Jeff Mills – by Becky Levin

Jeffrey Mills was unfairly fired yesterday (January 14) by DCPS in spite of his success, determination and hard work to overhaul school meals, demand accountability from contractors and move toward a more efficient, cost effective, and healthier food program for DC kids. DO YOU THINK DC KIDS DESERVE BETTER??? I do- contact DC Council to expressContinue reading “Call for Support of Healthy School Lunches and Jeff Mills – by Becky Levin”

Have a 2nd Grader? Join the Class of 2023 – Open Gym at Maury‏

Regardless of which CHPSPO school our children attend today, it’s important to remember that all roads go to Eastern High School. Come meet 2nd grade parents from across the Hill! Enjoy a Saturday morning play date and some coffee. Where: Maury Elementary School, 1250 Constitution Ave When: Saturday, February 2nd, 9:30am – 11:30am Please share with your friends and neighborsContinue reading “Have a 2nd Grader? Join the Class of 2023 – Open Gym at Maury‏”