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Roots PCS

Open Since 1999 Grades PK3-5
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The goal of Roots PCS is to groom productive, well-rounded leaders for tomorrow. The mission of Roots PCS is to offer a culturally relevant and academically stimulating curriculum. We believe that by giving students an appreciation of their land, history, and culture, we inspire and motivate them to maintain high academic standards and social ideals. All subjects align with the Common Core State Standards. The program utilizes an open-space facility design for grades PK3–5. We have had two Ben Carson Scholars. Our students continue their education at some of the top-ranked middle schools in the city.

15 Kennedy Street NW

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202-882-8073
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School Contacts

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Dr. Bernida L. Thompson

Principal
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Dr. Bernida Thompson

Executive Director
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Winifred Wright

Title IX
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Winifred Wright

Homeless Coordinator
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Winifred Wright

Special Education Coordinator
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Dr. Bernida Thompson

Parent Complaint
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Cameron Poles

Vice Chair
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Jesse Sharpe

Board Chair
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School Performance SY 2018-2019

Tier Ranking

Tier 2

PMF Score

51.3%
13.9%
from previous school year

Student Achievement

The School Quality Report measures various aspects of a school’s academic program, including student achievement in English language arts (ELA) and Math on the statewide assessment, PARCC. The percent is the number of students scoring College and Career Ready.

PARCC 4 + Math

33.3%

School Environment

The School Quality Report also assesses the school environment using attendance, re-enrollment, retention or discipline rates. These indicators are predictors of future student achievement.

In-Seat Attendance

92.0%

Re-enrollment

70.5%

Full Performance Reports

2019 School Quality Report (PMF)

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Qualitative Site Review

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Equity Report

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DC Report Card

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Student Makeup (SY 2018-19)

Total Student Enrollment

124

At-Risk Percentage

60%

Special Education Percentage

6%

Student Reports

SY 2020-21 Annual Report

Financial Information (Based on all the campuses in the School’s Network)

Net Assets

$1,242,687

Total Revenue

$2,206,005

Total Net Income

$23,126

PCS Expense by Category

Our Financial Analysis Report breaks down public charter school expenditures into four categories – Occupancy, Personnel, Student Support, and General Expenses - and compares them to the sector median.

Personnel

55%

Occupancy

19%

General Expenses

6%

Student Support

19%

Financial Reports

FY19 Financial Analysis Report

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FY21 Budget

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990

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FY19 Fiscal Audit

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Administration and Operations

February 25, 2022

SY 2021-22 Employee Policies

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February 25, 2022

SY 2021-22 Student/Family Policies

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February 25, 2022

SY 2022-23 Student Enrollment Forms

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February 25, 2022

SY 2021-22 Board Meetings Calendar

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February 25, 2022

SY 2021-22 School Calendar

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February 25, 2022

SY 2021-22 Approved Board Meeting Minutes Q1

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February 25, 2022

SY 2021-22 Approved Board Meeting Minutes Q2

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February 25, 2022

SY 2020-21 Approved Board Meeting Minutes Q4

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Charter Agreement and Reviews

September 26, 2019

Charter Agreement

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September 26, 2019

20-Year Charter Review

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