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For Immediate Release: Bake Sale to Support DCPS Libraries

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Thursday, June 14 Contact: CHPSPO, chpspo@gmail.com, Parents and Students Hold Bake Sale to Support DCPS Libraries Washington, DC- On Friday, June 15, 2012, parents and students from across Washington, DC will be raising funds to support funding school librarians in District of Columbia Public Schools (DCPS).Continue reading “For Immediate Release: Bake Sale to Support DCPS Libraries”

For Immediate Release: Parents and Students Protest DCPS Cuts to Libraries

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Sunday, May 20, 2012 Contact: Peter MacPherson, pmacpher@aol.com, 202-315-8155 Parents and Students Protest DCPS Cuts to Libraries Washington, DC- On Monday, May 21, 2012, parents and students from across Washington, DC will be protesting school librarian cuts by the District of Columbia Public Schools (DCPS) in the FY13 budget. TheContinue reading “For Immediate Release: Parents and Students Protest DCPS Cuts to Libraries”

DCPS Preschool, Pre-K and Out-of-Boundary Information Night – Jan 23

DCPS Open Houses Resume in January!

It may still be the holidays, but our CHPSPO schools are busy planning for open houses, where they will showcase their programs. Open houses are a great way to check out your local or out of boundary schools. DC Public Schools (DCPS) keeps a central list of upcoming open houses, but it’s a good idea toContinue reading “DCPS Open Houses Resume in January!”

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”

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!”

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”

CHPSPO Meeting Notes – March 15

The Capitol Hill Public Schools Parent Organization meeting was held at Maury Elementary School on March 15, 2011, 6:30 – 8 p.m. 1) Reviewed Briefing for Kaya Henderson, March 23, 5:30 p.m. Action: updated slides to be submitted to Suzanne Wells (m.godec@att.net). Click here for the final version of the presentation. 2) Ward 6 MiddleContinue reading “CHPSPO Meeting Notes – March 15”