Chronic absenteeism is one of education's most stubborn challenges, yet Center City PCS Congress Heights and DC Prep Anacostia have shown significant improvement, now leading the pack in Ward 8. #DCCharterProud
Read more from EmpowerK12's Josh Boots: fordhaminstitute.org/national/com...
Congratulations to YouthBuild PCS on the grand opening of their new facility! This new space will make an incredible home for the YouthBuild community for many years to come. #DCCharterProud
From student to educator, Alexys Hewlett ('16) returned to Cesar Chavez PCS to teach in the same hallways that shaped her. 🎓✨ Read how her charter school became home—and why she came back to give the next generation that same transformative support. #DCCharterProud dccharters.org/blog/alexys
From Thurgood Marshall Academy classrooms to the office of PwC, Devin Halliburton ('20) is making moves. 💼🎧
Read how his charter school experience taught him to lead, follow, and support—skills he uses daily as an IT consultant and entrepreneur. #DCCharterProud
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This week, the DC Alliance hosted a group of fellows from @elonuniversity.bsky.social! 🏫 Fellows and their professors toured the Makerspace at Center City PCS, observed instruction at the Congress Heights campus, and learned more about public charter schools.
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Algebra students from Sojourner Truth Montessori recently took a trip to @chipotletweets.bsky.social, but not just for lunch 🌯. Students got an up close look at how the math they are learning is used every day in a business setting, from pricing, to sales, and inventory. #DCCharterProud
Carlos Rosario International School has kicked off its Career Training Info Sessions! Students came together to learn about careers in healthcare, hospitality, technology, and education. We’re proud to see Carlos Rosario setting students up for professional success. 💫 #DCCharterProud
DC Charter School Leaders Testimony before the Council of the District of Columbia Committee of the Whole on Beating the Odds: Standout Schools in the District of Columbia. “Our story is proof that excellence is possible east of the river - even for small, scrappy LEAs. With sustained investments in people, data-driven support, and joy, we can change outcomes for children.” --Amy Helms, Head of School, DC Scholars Public Charter School.
DC Charter School Leaders Testimony before the Council of the District of Columbia Committee of the Whole on Beating the Odds: Standout Schools in the District of Columbia. “When anyone visits our school building, there is no “magic” to be seen, just people. I have been fortunate to have an insanely high teacher retention rate at 98%, and have not dropped below 85% in a long time. My staff is largely effective or highly effective. In a time when many schools have ongoing vacancies, I have had the blessing of not having to experience this.” --Niya White, Principal, Center City Public Charter Schools Congress Heights Campus.
DC Charter School Leaders Testimony before the Council of the District of Columbia Committee of the Whole on Beating the Odds: Standout Schools in the District of Columbia. “Friendship Armstrong middle school students—many of whom face significant barriers outside the classroom—outperformed national averages in math and reading. That recognition affirms what we know to be true: when students are challenged, supported, and loved, they rise.“ --Gregory Spears, Principal, Friendship Armstrong Public Charter School.
Today the @councilofdc.bsky.social held a hearing on “Beating the odds: Standout Schools in the District of Columbia.” Leaders from DC Scholars PCS, Center City PCS, and Friendship Armstrong PCS testified to share stories of DC public charter school success before the council. 👏 #DCCharterProud
Congratulations to @empowerk12.bsky.social’s 2025 Bold Performance Schools! 👏
EmpowerK12 recognized 16 schools that have led the city in academic growth and recovery– and more than half were public charter schools. #DCCharterProud
DC Public Charter School Open Houses: NOVEMBER: KIPP College Preparatory PCS, Nov. 5, 4:30-5:30pm. KIPP College Preparatory PCS (Virtual), Nov. 12, 5:30-6:00pm. KIPP Legacy College Preparatory PCS, Nov. 12, 4:30-5:30pm. Bridges PCS, Nov. 12, 10:00-11:00am. Capital City PCS (HS Only), Nov. 13, 9:00-10:30am. Meridian PCS (Elementary School Campus), Nov. 13, 10:00-11:00am. Meridian PCS, (Middle School Campus), Nov. 18, 10:00-11:00am. KIPP College Preparatory PCS, Nov. 19, 4:30-5:30pm.
Thinking about enrolling your student in a public charter school next year? Open house season has officially begun! KIPP DC College Preparatory PCS, KIPP DC Legacy College Preparatory PCS, Bridges PCS, Capital City PCS, and Meridian PCS all have events in November! #DCCharterProud
Last week, Washington Yu Ying Public Charter School hosted its community day! First-grade students had the opportunity to hear from and be inspired by Yu Ying parents who are firefighters, artists, journalists, chefs, and so much more!
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Students at Cedar Tree DC completed their annual Breast Cancer Awareness Walk! 🚶🩷 We love to see students supporting such an important cause, and learning the importance of supporting your community. #DCCharterProud
The Sojourner Truth Montessori high school has a new home 🏫. The building features brand-new science labs and dedicated spaces for personalized, small-group lessons. Congratulations on this milestone! #DCCharterProud
Students from Carlos Rosario International School recently enjoyed a performance by musician (and Carlos Rosario alumnus) Jonathan Acosta in celebration of #HispanicHeritageMonth! We can't think of a better way to teach students about Hispanic culture than through music. 🎵💙 #DCCharterProud
We heart DC charter principals
Happy #NationalPrincipalsMonth to all the incredible charter principals across DC! Thank you for your dedication and unwavering commitment to DC charter students! #DCCharterProud
New Instructional Leaders Inaugural Cohort
We’re thrilled to announce the members of the New Instructional Leaders Inaugural Cohort. The cohort will train the next generation of public charter school leaders, equipping them with critical self, team, and project management skills. #DCCharterProud
Congratulations to DC International School for crushing it at the Anacostia Youth Media Festival! DCI's Film and TV program had 21 projects accepted into the festival, and teams from DCI won 1st AND 2nd place! 🥇🥈 #DCCharterProud
DC Alliance Executive Director Ariel Johnson continues to advocate for D.C. public school students with Congress. When DC schools have access to reliable federal funding for essential programs, students are set up for success. #DCCharterProud
The Scholastic book fair stopped by DC Scholars PCS! We love to see students so excited about reading for fun. 💙📚 #DCCharterProud
"When examining longer-term recovery since 2022, Black and economically disadvantaged students have made the largest gains in both math and reading" 🎉 #DCCharterProud
Read more of @empowerk12.bsky.social's deep dive into DC CAPE data: www.empowerk12.org/blog-source/...
Happy #HispanicHeritageMonth! 🎊 We’re proud to recognize and honor the contributions that Hispanic and Latino communities have made to the District and the nation throughout history. #DCCharterProud
Read more from our Executive Director Ariel Johnson: dccharters.org/blog/2025-hi...
Friendship PCS Collegiate Academy students took a trip to @delstateuniv.bsky.social, where they were reunited with an old friend from FCA's class of 2025!
College tours like this are a great opportunity to help students envision what the path after high school can look like! #DCCharterProud
Students at KIPP DC Inspire Academy with at least 93% attendance were rewarded with a trip to the National Zoo! Regular attendance is a critical part of academic success, and this is a great way to celebrate students who are committed to their education. 🐼🎉 #DCCharterProud
Students at Goodwill Excel Center DC are celebrating the school’s first ever Washington, DC Spirit Week! 💙🎉 We love to see charter schools cultivate a sense of community by encouraging students to express their hometown pride. #DCCharterProud
Happy International Literacy Day!
📚 Happy #InternationalLiteracyDay! Strong reading skills set the foundation for a student’s education, and public charter schools across the District are setting students up for success by creating confident readers. #DCCharterProud
📸: Digital Pioneers Academy PCS
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#DCCharterProud 🛝📸: DC Scholars PCS
"Our young people [should] know about the genius that’s in our genes," said Roots PCS founder Dr. Bernida L. Thompson.
Read more about Roots PCS' mission to prepare students for success & honor African heritage from:
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DC Bilingual CEO Daniela Anello was recently a guest on the School Success podcast! Listen in to hear her thoughts on language immersion education, community building, and what makes a strong school. 🎧🏫 #DCCharterProud
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Congratulations to the Capital City PCS boys varsity soccer team on winning the St. Anslem's Invitational! DC Public Charter Schools are proud to offer pathways to academic and athletic excellence. 📚⚽️ #DCCharterProud
PIE network Policy Innovators in Education Leadership Institute Cohort 10
Congratulations to DC Alliance Chief of Staff Rachel Johnston on being selected for the PIE network's Leadership Institute! 🎉
She'll join 24 other leaders from across the nation to drive education reinvention in this year-long program. #DCCharterProud
