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Julia Irving

Vice Chair
Resource
April 28, 2025

2025-26 Public Charter School Directory

           

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Alteasha Ervin

McKinney-Vento Homeless Coordinator/Special Education Manager/Title IX Coordinator
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Dr. Gretchen Sewell

Principal/McKinney-Vento Homeless Coordinator/Special Education Coordinator
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Dr. Brian Rahaman

CEO/Director of Operations/Executive Director
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Yvette Brown

Title IX Coordinator
NSLW Article

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Last Day of School Blog Article

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.

Hope Community PCS to Close at the End of the 2024–25 School Year Article

Hope Community PCS to Close at the End of the 2024–25 School Year

Last week, the Hope Community Public Charter School (PCS) Board of Trustees  decided to relinquish the school’s charter, effective at the end of the 2024–25 school year. The final day for students will be June 3, and for staff, June 9.

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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. 

Founding A Charter School 101 Article

Founding A Charter School 101

The deadline to apply to start a new public charter school is fast approaching! This is a chance for passionate educators and innovators to expand educational opportunities for DC families.

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Celebrating National School Librarian Day

Most school librarians have a story—a path shaped by curiosity, a passion for knowledge, and an unwavering commitment to students.