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Why a Charter: Inspired Teaching PCS’s Innovative Approach to Learning

August 11, 2026

DC public charter schools excel at giving students room to explore beyond standard curricula. During a recent visit to Inspired Teaching Demonstration PCS, that unique approach was on full display through "Intersession,” a program where scholars dive into unexpected passions and ignite their curiosity.

The moment we walked through the classroom doors, it was obvious something special was in the works.

In our latest episode of Why a Charter, we stepped inside their Intersession podcasting class. Here, learners aren't just exploring uncommon topics, they’re also using the space to build genuine connections with their peers.

Isaac, a student participating in the podcasting class, mentioned how transformative the experience has been.

“Intersession is how I actually came to meet people. I’ve bonded with a few of my classmates and we’ve learned about each other through the experience. This is my first time podcasting and now I talk to people more often.”

Innovation like this is happening at DC public charter schools every single day. Visit the link below to see the full story unfold, and look out for clips on our social media platforms highlighting this new episode of Why a Charter.

If you would like your public charter school to be featured in this series, tell us why by sending a note to [email protected].

Why a Charter: Intersession at Inspired Teaching Demonstration PCS: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sn9ie9OcCz8 

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