Charter Chat 12/07/11
Welcome old and new subscribers! Charter Chat is published weekly by Friends of Choice in Urban Schools, better known as FOCUS, a nonprofit organization that supports quality public charter schools in the District of Columbia. We hope that you find the resources and information in this e-newsletter useful.
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Submission Instructions: The more submissions we have, the more useful this e-newsletter will be! Email us at mailto:charterchat@focusdc.org to submit youth-oriented and family-friendly events and resources to include in future newsletters with “for charter chat” in the subject line. Please submit entries in the format found in the newsletter below. Entries must be received by COB Monday to be included in the Wednesday edition that week. We generally include entries three weeks in advance of the event date, deadline, or activity start date. We may provide more lead-time for contests, scholarships, competitions, etc. where time for preparation is required.
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CHARTER SCHOOL EVENTS
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WHAT: 3rd Annual D.C. Public Charter School Recruitment Expo
WHEN: Saturday, January 7th, 2012 from 12 noon – 4:00pm
WHERE: Washington Convention Center.
DETAILS: The Public Charter Expo will be a one-stop opportunity to learn about the diverse array of charter school options available to students and families in Washington, D.C. Are you looking to enroll you child in a school? Or perhaps you are looking to teach in a public charter school. DC Public Charter Schools are tuition-free autonomous public schools that serve approximately 40% of the District’s public school children. There will be children’s entertainment & giveaways.
DIRECTIONS: Take Metro right to the Convention Center to avoid traffic and parking challenges.
REGISTER HERE: This event is free of charge but please visit http://focusdc.org/workshops and click on “3rd annual charter school recruitment expo” to register. Call 202/328-2660 if you have questions. Tell your friends!
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WHAT: CentroNía/DC Bilingual PCS Winter “ROCKS!” Camp
WHEN: December 22, 23, 27, 28, 29 & 30 2011
WHERE: 1420 Columbia Rd. NW. Metro: Green line to Columbia Heights
INFO: CentroNía’s Winter “ROCKS!” Camp is now accepting applications for students K-7th grade. We will offer services on December 22, 23, 27, 28, 29 and 30. We are open from 7am-6pm. We will provide a healthy breakfast, lunch and snack to all students enrolled in the program. Fun arts, sports, dance activities and field trip are planned for all students!! Contact the admissions office at 202-332-4200 ext#. 1025.
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WHAT: Spirit of Stokes Pancake Breakfast
WHEN: 9:30 a.m. to noon on Saturday, December 10th.
WHERE: Elsie Whitlow Stokes Community Freedom Public Charter School, 3700 Oakview Terrace NE Washington, D.C. 20017
DETAILS: Each year, Stokes School hosts the Pancake Breakfast as a way of raising funds for Stokes, thanking our tireless supporters, and building community. This year's Breakfast will feature a silent auction, an all-you-can-eat pancake buffet, entertainment from the Stokes community, and more! Last year's breakfast had over 200 attendees; help us double that number this year by buying your ticket today!
TICKETS: Tickets are on sale every day from 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. by the front desk; you can also call the Stokes School at (202) 265-7237 if you are unable to purchase a ticket in person. If you're interested in helping out at the event or in donating an item to the silent auction, we'd love to have you! To sign up to volunteer, visit http://www.signupgenius.com/go/5080C4AAAAD238-spirit. To donate an item, click here: http://www.signupgenius.com/go/spirit150
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WHAT: The Fine Arts Academy of Friendship Collegiate Academy presents: “Annie The Musical”
WHEN: Thursday, December 15 6:30 pm; Saturday, December 17 2 pm and 6:30 pm; Sunday, December 18 2 pm
WHERE: Friendship Collegiate Academy 4095 Minnesota Avenue NE Washington, D.C. 200019
COST: Pre-Sale Tickets for $7; Tickets at the door for $10
BUY TICKETS: Contact Dayton Watkins at (202)396-5500
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WHAT: Seasonal Celebration featuring ATA’s Strings, Band, Choir, Dance Ensemble, Visual Artists and select performances
WHEN: December 15, 2011 6 pm
WHERE: Arts & Technology Academy, 5300 Blaine Street, NE, School Auditorium
COST: $2.00 (tickets sold in advance)
DETAILS: Tickets can be purchased at ATA beginning November 21st
CONTACT: For more information, contact Daphne Dunston-Wharton, Director of Arts Programming – 398-6811 ext. 5004
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UPCOMING LOCAL EVENTS
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WHAT: East River Family Strengthening Collaborative 15th Anniversary Awards Gala
WHEN: TOMORROW! December 8, 2011 7 pm – 11 pm
WHERE: Washington Navy Yard Catering and Conference Center 1454 Parsons Avenue SE Washington, D.C. 20374
COST: $85.00 – proceeds from this fundraiser go to benefit Ward 7 children and families.
DETAILS: After 5 Attire
CONTACT: For more information, contact Rosie Parke at mailto:rparke@erfsc.org (202)397-7300, ext. 104
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CHILDREN'S EVENTS, CLASSES AND WORKSHOPS
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WHAT: Developmental Playgroups for children from 6 months to 3 years of age
WHEN: Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays(weekly), Saturdays(1st and third week of the month), Thursdays(bimonthly)
WHERE: Mary’s Center: 2355 Ontario Rd. NW (Mondays), Lt. Joseph P. Kennedy Institute: 801 Buchanan St. NE(Tuesdays, 1st and 3rd Saturdays, Thursdays bimonthly), The Hill Center: 921 Pennsylvania Avenue SE (Wednesdays)
COST: Free!
DETAILS: Are you looking for ways to interact and stimulate your infant or toddler’s growth and development? Strong Start, DC Early Intervention Program, is proud to present Development Play Groups for children from 6 months to 3 years of age. These play groups are designed to foster communication, cognitive, social, and motor development skills. If your child is currently part of the D.C. Early Intervention Program or if you have a typically developing child who you would like to participate, spaces are available at all locations. If you have questions or would like to register please contact Yolanda Lusane at 202-489-8176, Lesley Nesmith at 202-300-8650 or Jennifer Gee at mailto:Jennifer.gee@dc.gov.
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WHAT: The Children’s Theater Workshop at The Performing Arts Training Studio is partnering with Knock On Wood Tap studios for a four day winter break camp.
WHO: Students in grades 3rd - 6th will have a fun-filled four day creativity camp with acting, movement and costume design. Students will culminate the winter break camp with a short performance on the final day at 3:30pm.
WHEN: 12/27 - 12/30 9am - 4pm
COST: $260 (extended care available)
WHERE: 6925 Willow St. NW 1st floor
DETAILS: Students bring a non perishable lunch.
REGISTER: online click here.
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PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT AND JOB OPPORTUNITIES
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WHAT: New Leaders Second Annual Leadership Symposium
"Bench Strength: Leveraging the Leadership Community for Success and Sustainability"
WHEN: January 25, 2012 8:00 a.m.- 12:00 p.m. *Special Event for New Leaders from 12:00 p.m.--1:30 pm
WHERE: PEW Charitable Trusts │901 E St. NW, Washington, DC 20004
DETAILS: New Leaders cordially invites DC school leaders to participate in this robust symposium on pipeline development, leadership retention, succession planning, and sustainability. All DC principals, principal managers, executive leaders, and charter board members are invited to participate. Don't miss an extraordinary opportunity to gain and share learning through case studies, panels, and work sessions! Together, we have the answers!
INFORMATION: Contact Alicia Adams, Managing Director of Program, at mailto:aadams@newleaders.org.
RSVP: Contact Warren Palmer II, Program Manager, at mailto:wpalmer@newleaders.org.
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WHAT: Manager of Family Engagement and Student Recruitment – DC Scholars PCS, Washington, D.C.
WHO: DC Scholars PCS is looking for a Manager of Family Engagement and Student Recruitment to ensure that school is fully enrolled with students when the school opens in August 2012. The Manager should have extensive knowledge of neighborhoods and community resources in Wards 7 and 8. As the face of DC Scholars PCS in the community, they should be comfortable engaging with a variety of constituents and building new and long-lasting relationships. We are seeking an exceptionally relentless and driven professional who is comfortable in an entrepreneurial environment.
MORE INFORMATION AND APPLICATION: https://scholarpa.schoolrecruiter.net/ViewJob.aspx?JobID=68
NETWORKING ONLINE
FOCUS is online and awaiting to further connect with you and the charter school community. Find and follow us on the following links.
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