Category Archives: General W6PSPO

Counted Out Film Screening a success

Over 45 people came to the screening of Counted Out on a beautiful Saturday!  It was great to see parents and their children at the screening.  The makers of the film are doing a Count Me In Challenge during the month of April. This is a free, 30-day invitation to build a new relationship withContinue reading “Counted Out Film Screening a success”

Video: Panel – Changes to US Department of Education & effects on DC

Threats public education is facing today at the federal and local levels. Being informed is the first step in challenging and dealing with the threats. Presenters form Education Trust, EmpowerEd, and former US Dept of Ed.

Counted Out screening on March 21, 2026

FREE public viewing of COUNTED OUT Date: Saturday, March 21, 2026Time: 11:00am – 1:00pmLocation: Northeast Neighborhood Library, 330 7th St. NE (Large Conf Room)Register: https://luma.com/w95nl0gm Panel discussion to follow – light refreshments. Co-hosted by W6PSPO, DC Area Educators for Justice, and C4DC

Video: Ward 6 Middle (and High) Schools Principals Panel 2026

Principals across Ward 6 destination middle schools and Eastern High School shared their ideas on what makes a good middle school, how their schools help all students reach their highest potential, what extracurricular activities they offer, school culture, and more.  Moderator: Denise Forte, President and CEO, The Education Trust.

Join the Ward 6 Middle School Principals’ panel discussion – Feb 24, 7:00pm

Have middle school on the mind? We will hear from the Eliot-Hine, Jefferson Academy, Stuart-Hobson, and Capitol Hill Montessori@Logan principals, and will be joined by the Eastern High School principal. EVERYONE is welcome! Register on Zoom via: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/XjwP_9X0SgSBVPV7N4MGLg

Old School “Prance” Party on FRIDAY October 24, 2025 @ 7:00pm – Henceforth on H St!

Capitol Hill’s Chamber of Commerce, On Fridays We Prance, and W6PSPO invite you to an old school dance party on Friday, October 24 @ 7:00 p.m. at the Henceforth (1335 H St NE). Grab some friends and dance to all your favorites! Tickets are $15 (cash) or $10 with proof of same day dinner purchaseContinue reading “Old School “Prance” Party on FRIDAY October 24, 2025 @ 7:00pm – Henceforth on H St!”

Video: AI Policy and Practice in DC Schools – Oct 21 2025

Brandon Best on DC SBOE Draft AI Policy for DC Schools and Lucas Torre on DCPS AI Policy and practices. Meeting follow up by Suzanne Wells: As we learned this evening, AI literacy is critical to safely and effectively participating in an increasing digital world. Also, please find below a survey developed by Parents UnitedContinue reading “Video: AI Policy and Practice in DC Schools – Oct 21 2025”