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A Plan for Evaluating the District of Columbia’s Public Schools: From Impressions to Evidence

The National Research Council (NRC) recently completed and released a report entitled A Plan for Evaluating the District of Columbia’s Public Schools: From Impressions to Evidence. This report, which details the first phase of an evaluation of the District of Columbia’s Public Schools, recommends the establishment of a sustainable system to analyze and guide continuingContinue reading “A Plan for Evaluating the District of Columbia’s Public Schools: From Impressions to Evidence”

No meeting doesn’t mean no work – upcoming CHPSPO initiatives

No meeting doesn’t mean no action. Please read about what we’re up to (and how you can contribute).   Identify the new SY2011/2012 PTA president at your school. Please send their contact information to Suzanne Wells so they can be included in communications (m.godec@att.net). Hosting a screening for the movie Race to Nowhere http://www.racetonowhere.com/. Know anyone whoContinue reading “No meeting doesn’t mean no work – upcoming CHPSPO initiatives”

Walk with DCPS in the Capital Pride Parade on June 11

Walk with DCPS in the Capital Pride Parade on Saturday, June 11. DCPS is working to make our schools safe and inclusive for our lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and questioning (LGBTQ) students, staff, and families. We are committed to engaging the community in our work, including walking in the Capital Pride Parade. You and yourContinue reading “Walk with DCPS in the Capital Pride Parade on June 11”

DCPS Stakeholder Survey + Hopes and Dreams Exercise = Feedback opportunities for you!

Help DCPS identify opportunities, voice your concerns and help your principal prioritize by completing the DCPS Stakeholder Satisfaction Survey by June 3. (Note you’ll need an access code – instructions are on the link). Help to lay a foundation for DCPS’ future by participating in the Hopes and Dreams exercise. Contribute to the shared visionContinue reading “DCPS Stakeholder Survey + Hopes and Dreams Exercise = Feedback opportunities for you!”

CHPSPO Meeting Notes – May 24, 2011

The Capitol Hill Public Schools Parent Organization was held at Maury Elementary School on May 24, 2011, 6:45 – 8 p.m. 1. Discussion on Redistricting – contact Barbara Riehle (Barbara@erols.com). Letter was discussed and signed by participants. Key points: As we encourage families to go to Eliot-Hine and Eastern, the redistricting would create another artificial barrier/line to discourage parents; WillContinue reading “CHPSPO Meeting Notes – May 24, 2011”

Vote Against the Proposal to Divide Wards 6 and 7 at 17th Street from Benning Road to Barney Circle

The following was send to Councilmembers Mendelson, Evans, Brown with copies to CHPSPO members on May 25, 2011. ———————— Vote Against the Proposal to Divide Wards 6 and 7 at 17th Street from Benning Road to Barney Circle As members of the Capitol Hill Public Schools Parent Organization (CHPSPO), we are voicing our extreme concernContinue reading “Vote Against the Proposal to Divide Wards 6 and 7 at 17th Street from Benning Road to Barney Circle”

Ward 6 State of the Schools – May 14 @ Eastern HS

Ward 6 State of the Schools Saturday, May 14, from 10:00 a.m. –1:00 p.m. Eastern High School, 1700 East Capitol Street, NE Join Councilmember Tommy Wells and Acting Chancellor Kaya Henderson The work of improving our schools is too hard for anyone to do alone. Everyonehas a role to play in this effort! You will have theContinue reading “Ward 6 State of the Schools – May 14 @ Eastern HS”

Discussion with Mayor Vincent Gray on Ward 6 Education Issues

Mayor Vincent Gray joined the CHPSPO community and others in an informal discussion on Ward 6 education issues. Adam Clampitt kicked off the event, introducing the Mayor and Suzanne Wells. CHPSPO’s Suzanne Wells briefed the Mayor and participants on CHPSPO’s role in the Ward 6 Middle School plan.  Mayor Gray delivered remarks and shared education plansContinue reading “Discussion with Mayor Vincent Gray on Ward 6 Education Issues”