Advocating for DC charter schools to create a strong public school sector in Washington, DC
Washington, D.C.
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Thirty years ago, DC's public charter school sector was just a bold idea. Since then, thousands of students have walked through DC charter school doors.
Learn more about the visionaries that started it all at our 30 Years Gala this November: dccharters.org/support
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📣 Ward 4 families, educators, & neighbors: join @DCSBOE Ward 4 Rep Dr. T. Michelle Colson's listening session on 9/24 at @ELHaynesPCS.
Share your thoughts about safety, accountability, & college/workforce readiness.
👉 Register at bit.ly/3VCluZ8
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Looking for ways to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with your family or school community? DC Public Library has pulled together a full slate of events and resources across the District!
Check out what's happening near you: dclibrary.org/hispanic-herit…
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Hispanic Heritage Month is the perfect chance for students to share what makes their culture special, and for classmates to celebrate right along with them!
Photo credit: KIPP DC Public Schools
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Happy #HispanicHeritageMonth, DC! 🎊 This month is a special time to honor and uplift the Hispanic and Latino community, including the many students, families, staff, and advocates who help create a stronger and more inclusive school communities for students every day.
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#FlashbackFriday: Last month, we celebrated nearly 40 students from nine of DC's public charter schools as they crossed the stage together, united by the same milestone. Read more about Rainbow Grad: bit.ly/4A5GJCB 🎉 #DCProudCharterStrong
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Recently @ScienceWithSoph visited @socjusticepcs on her ELECTRIC Road Trip, highlighting students tackling real issues like plastic pollution by blending science, literacy, and design thinking into one lesson. See the full segment: instagram.com/dc_charters 💡 #DCProudCharterStrong
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#DCProudCharterStrong 📚 Here are 3 tips to help your child manage school assignments:
- Keep a visible calendar or planner to track due dates
- Break big assignments into smaller, manageable steps
- Set up a consistent, distraction-free homework space
Photo: @FriendshipPCS
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School is back in session! And already, our educators are pouring everything into this school year. To every teacher and staff member going above and beyond, thank you! Our students' success starts with you.
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As you settle into the school year, homework and activities start to pick up – which can quickly become overwhelming – but building a solid routine now for your child can make all the difference. Here are a few tips to help keep your child’s learning running smoothly!
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At a recent Ward 7 Youth Town Hall, @7NewsDC's @tomroussey7news highlighted @TruthMontessori 8th grader Makiyah Rich and other students speaking about how summer-only jobs leave a gap that could otherwise help them stay engaged, build skills, and save up for their future.
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📈 Over the last 4 years, more than 1 in 3 DC public charter schools grew the share of students scoring 3+ by at least 10+ points in ELA and/or Math. That's educators showing up for students every day. 🎉
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What do you see for the future of DC? Mayoral nominee Janeese Lewis George is hosting listening sessions in every ward this month. ~48,000 DC students attend public charters — let's make sure their voices are heard. Find your ward's session: janeesefordc.com/peoplesgove…
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📚📈 DC public charter schools made strong ELA gains — especially in middle and high school. Middle school proficiency grew +5.1 points and high school grew +3.4 points, both outpacing the citywide average.
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That progress extended across student groups, too — charters outpaced citywide ELA growth for students of color, economically disadvantaged students, English Learners, & students w/ disabilities. And 8 of the city's top 10 open-enrollment high schools for 3+ ELA? Public charters.
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#ClapThemBack 2026! 🎉 This week, families, neighbors, DC Charter School Alliance team members, and DC officials across all eight wards came together to celebrate and welcome students back to school for a brand new year! 👏 Here's to a great school year! #DCProudCharterStrong
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About Tuesday night... 🎉 The DC Charter School Alliance joined our DC Students Succeed campaign partners to celebrate the policymakers moving education forward for DC students — because our leaders show up for kids every day, from funding to tutoring.
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We're grateful to every elected official who showed up for DC students this year. Special thanks to @ChmnMendelson, @CMLewisGeorgeW4, and @CMZParker5 for helping narrow the FY27 funding gap this spring.
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Thank you to @dcpave for hosting (with @MMartinCadogan bringing it to life) — because every DC student deserves grade level and beyond.
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