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November Board Meeting Highlights Governance, Leadership, and Sector Stability

November 19, 2025

November Board Meeting Highlights Governance, Leadership, and Sector Stability

As we shared earlier this school year, the Board will focus each meeting around a central theme that highlights the impact of public charter schools and our work. This month’s theme is Give Thanks. Lead Well. Plan for the Future. The Board used the meeting to honor school leaders and reaffirm the importance of having strong, […]

Safe, Seen, Supported: How Our Review Process Shapes the Future of Learning: October 2025 DC PCSB Board Meeting Recap

October 28, 2025

Safe, Seen, Supported: How Our Review Process Shapes the Future of Learning: October 2025 DC PCSB Board Meeting Recap

As we shared last month, the Board will focus each meeting around a central theme that reflects our priorities. This month’s theme “Safe, Seen, and Supported: Centering Students and Planning for the Future” underscores a powerful truth: learning starts with belonging. Board Chair Shantelle Wright reminded the audience that October Count Day is about more than numbers. […]

Lead Water Testing

September 4, 2025

Lead Water Testing

Access to clean, safe drinking water is a fundamental right, and in schools, it’s a critical component of student health and safety. DC PCSB has taken proactive steps to ensure the water public charter school students drink every day is free from harmful contaminants like lead. 1,807 devices (3,614 samples) were tested for lead in […]

Back to Purpose: Starting Strong for Students: August 2025 DC PCSB Board Meeting Recap

September 2, 2025

Back to Purpose: Starting Strong for Students: August 2025 DC PCSB Board Meeting Recap

The August 2025 meeting of the DC Public Charter School Board marked the first of the new school year and set the tone for the months ahead. This year, the Board will focus each meeting around a central theme to highlight our priorities, connect discussions to the lived experiences of students and families, and underscore […]

What Families Should Know About Student Enrollment at DC Public Charter Schools

What Families Should Know About Student Enrollment at DC Public Charter Schools

DC’s public charter schools offer families choice, innovation, and access to quality education, but understanding the enrollment process is key. Start early, explore your options, and don’t be afraid to ask questions. Use available resources from My School DC, in addition to oversight from DC PCSB. We oversee public charter schools to ensure they meet […]

Highlights from May 19 Board Meeting

Highlights from May 19 Board Meeting

During the May Board Meeting, the Board discussed various topics. This blog will recap the charter review discussions and decisions. Early Childhood Academy PCS, AppleTree PCS, Howard University Middle School of Mathematics & Science PCS, and Bridges PCS all had their charters continued following their 20-year reviews, with some receiving conditions. Each school reflected on […]

Charter Review Outcomes from April 29 Board Meeting

Charter Review Outcomes from April 29 Board Meeting

Two Ward 5 public charter schools, Sojourner Truth PCS and Social Justice PCS, recently completed their five-year reviews with the DC Public Charter School Board. Here are their charter review outcomes. Sojourner Truth PCS Located in Ward 5, the school educates students in grades 6 through 11. The school believes that its Montessori model of education […]

Last Days of School SY 2024-25

Last Days of School SY 2024-25

The last day of school is a moment of relief and anticipation for the summer break to come. As it quickly approaches, browse through the last days of school at each DC public charter school. Whether you’re planning summer activities or simply looking forward to a well-earned break, be sure to check your school’s specific […]

Charter Review Highlights from the April 7 Board Meeting

Charter Review Highlights from the April 7 Board Meeting

At the April 7, 2025 Board Meeting, the DC Public Charter School Board made decisions regarding Washington Global PCS and Capital Village PCS. Additionally, after careful deliberation, the I Dream PCS Board of Trustees decided to relinquish the school’s charter. The evaluations of these schools were based on their performance from the 2019–20 through the […]

A Quick Look at Charter Review Outcomes from March 17 Board Meeting

A Quick Look at Charter Review Outcomes from March 17 Board Meeting

At the DC PCSB meeting on March 17, 2025, the Board made decisions on Cedar Tree Academy PCS, Hope Community PCS, and IDEA PCS. Each school’s academic performance, finances, and organizational effectiveness were evaluated. These schools were evaluated on their performance during School Year 2019-20 through School Year 2023-24. Here’s a recap of the meeting: […]

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