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 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.
CHARTER SHOUT-OUTS
Hyde Leadership Public Charter School is now Perry Street Preparatory Public Charter School. The new name was announced following a public hearing before the DC Public Charter School Board to consider the school’s charter amendment application. To understand better about the school’s revised mission and educational plan, visit http://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/welcome-to-perry-street-prep-hyde-leadership-public-charter-school-amends-its-charter-to-intensify-focus-on-academic-rigor-and-college-prep-125010539.html. The new name is intended to reflect the college-readiness mission and the location of the school. For additional information, visit www.pspdc.org to learn about Perry Street Preparatory Public Charter School, a college preparatory education for students to thrive in a global society.
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Students from Capital City Public Charter Schools deserve your recognition for their National History projects including a display of the Civil War in El Salvador and a film about the hidden history of Christopher Columbus featuring an interview with Teaching for Change Associate Director Allyson Criner. Aren’t we all proud of them for pushing the boundaries of what many expect as traditional history? View the film made by Capital City students at http://vimeo.com/24976074. Thanks to Teaching for Change, the news release of this National History Day activities is located on their website at http://teachingforchange.org/news/capcityhistoryday. To learn more about Capital City Public Charter School, www.ccpcs.org, one charter school parent once said, “Capital City shows a world-class public education in the inner city is not just some distant dream. It is happening here, right now.”
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UPCOMING EVENTS
First Reminder
WHAT: “Tennie” Book Reading – Cosponsored by FOCUS
WHEN: Wednesday, July 20, 2011, 6:30-8:00 PM
WHERE: Bus Boys and Poets, 2021 14th Street NW, WDC 20009
DETAILS: Join the author, Christopher Grant, for a book reading from “Tennie”. Here is a summary of this book - Teenie is desperate to be accepted into a prestigious study abroad program in Spain, so that she can see what life is like beyond the streets of Brooklyn. She wouldn't mind escaping from her strict (though lovable) West Indian parents for awhile either. But when the captain of the basketball team starts to pay attention to her and Cherise, her best friend, meets a guy online, Teenie's mind is on anything but her schoolwork. Can Teenie save her friendship with Cherise, save her grade point average so that she can study in Spain, and save herself from a potentially dangerous relationship?
CONTACT: For more information, email cg@christopher-grant.com or visit www.christopher-grant.com.
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WHAT: Civil War Ballooning Lecture
WHEN: Now through Sunday, July 17, 2011
WHERE: National Air and Space Museum, 601 Independence Avenue SW, WDC 20560
DETAILS: The free lecture will cover the effects ballooning had on the outcome of the Civil War.
CONTACT: For more information, call 202.357.1387 or visit www.nasm.si.edu.
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WHAT: La Dolce DC – DC Celebration of Italian Culture
WHEN: Now through Sunday, July 31, 2011
WHERE: Visit the website below for the location
DETAILS: Washington, DC celebrates all things Italian with La Dolce DC, a citywide festival that coincides with the 150th anniversary of the unification of Italy and exclusive engagements of Italian art at the National Gallery of Art and The Phillips Collection. La Dolce DC showcases Italian culture through architecture, art, dance, design, fashion, music, theatre, film, food and wine.
CONTACT: For more information, visit ladolcedc.washington.org.
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Second Reminder
WHAT: Concerts in the Rockville Square
WHEN: Thursday, July 7, 6:00-7:00 PM
WHERE: Rockville Town Square, 100 Gibbs Street, Rockville, MD 20850
DETAILS: Located in the heart of Rockville Town Square, Concert in the Square features the region's best musical entertainment. Bring your lawn chair, blanket and grab a bite to eat while taking in the sounds of the area's best free concert series. Below is the schedule of concert series on every Thursday’s…
• Thursday, July 7 – Dan Haas (Lounge Pop)
• Thursday, July 14 – Gonzo’s Nose (80’s and 90’s Cover Band)
• Thursday, July 21 – Joker’s Wild (Swing)
• Thursday, July 28 – Fools and Horse (Rock’n’Roll Combined with British Pop)
COST: $5 for membership fee; you can register at the event and receive a special gift
CONTACT: For more information, visit http://www.rockvilletownsquare.com/news/events.php.
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WHAT: Capital Fringe Festival 2011
WHEN: Thursday, July 7, to Sunday, July 24, 2011
WHERE: Visit the website below for the location
DETAILS: The Capital Fringe Festival, also referred to as the DC Fringe Festival, is an annual performing arts event in Washington, DC featuring more than 100 performances in a variety of venues around Washington, DC. The Capital Fringe Festival introduces risk-taking art and non-traditional performances including theater, dance, music, poetry, puppetry and more. In addition to the roster of performances, there is merriment to be had at the Fort Fringe under the Baldacchino Gypsy Tent Bar, where fanatics can enjoy food, drinks, entertainment, and catch the latest buzz about all the Fringe performances.
COST: $17 plus $7 admission button; discounts and multi-show passes available
CONTACT: To purchase tickets, call 866.811.4111 or purchase tickets online at www.capfringe.org. Also, you can visit the link to see a full list of participating artists and performance times.
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First Reminder
WHAT: Oklahoma! Returns to Arena Stage
WHEN: Friday, July 8, to Sunday, October 2, 2011
WHERE: Arena Stage, 1101 6th Street SW, WDC 20024
DETAILS: The best-selling show in Arena's 60 year history is back for 12 weeks only! This is not your mother’s Oklahoma!. Inspired by the toughness of the prairie, Artistic Director Molly Smith sets her production in the robust world of territory life filled with a dynamic cast as rich and complex as the great tapestry of America itself. With Rodgers and Hammerstein’s timeless music, Oklahoma! celebrates the vigor of America’s pioneering spirit with athletic dance and boot-stomping energy. Chock full of classic tunes such as “Oh, What a Beautiful Mornin’,” and “People will Say We’re in Love,” this muscular production will thrill audiences young and old.
CONTACT: For tickets or more information, call 202.488.3300 or visit www.arenastage.org.
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WHAT: A Talk for World Peace – Presented by the Dalai Lama
WHEN: Saturday, July 9, 2011, 9:30-11:30 AM
WHERE: West Lawn of the U.S. Capitol, E. Capitol and 1st Streets NW, WDC 20002
DETAILS: The Dalai Lama will share his personal views on world peace and the audience will have an opportunity to ask His Holiness questions. Public access to the West Lawn opens at 7 AM Space is limited so arrive early. Lawn seating only (no chairs).
COST: Free
CONTACT: For more information, visit www.kalachakra2011.com.
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WHAT: Baseball Family Day 2011
WHEN: Saturday, July 9, 2011, 11:30 AM-3:00 PM
WHERE: National Portrait Gallery, 750 9th Street NW, WDC 20001
DETAILS: The National Portrait Gallery and Smithsonian American Art Museum celebrate the fifth annual Baseball Family Day with the Washington Nationals baseball team. Visitors can take a picture with ball players from 12-1 PM. and enjoy activities, crafts and music.
COST: Free
CONTACT: For more information, call 202.633.1000 or visit www.npg.si.edu.
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Second Reminder
WHAT: Family Movies on the Potomac at the National Harbor
WHEN: Sunday, July 10, 2011, 8:35 PM
WHERE: National Harbor, 137 National Plaza, Oxon Mills, MD 20745
DETAILS: Looking for something fun and free to do this weekend? Head over to the National Harbor on Sunday for their free Movies on the Potomac. Every Sunday night through the end of September, a classic movie begins just after sunset. You are encouraged to bring lawn chairs, but coolers with food and beverages are not allowed. Movies begin just after sunset. Below is the schedule of movies…
• Sunday, July 10 – Mega Mind (Starting at 8:35 PM)
• Sunday, July 17 – Despicable Me (Starting at 8:32 PM)
• Sunday, July 24 – Shrek Forever After (Starting at 8:27 PM)
• Sunday, July 31 – How to Train Your Dragon (Starting at 8:21 PM)
CONTACT: For more information, call 301.203.4189 or visit http://www.nationalharbor.com/consumer/entertainment.htm#movies.
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WHAT: The Frozen Sucker War: Good Humor vs. Popsicle
WHEN: Tuesday, July 12, 2011, 12:00 PM
WHERE: The National Archives, 700 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, WDC 20408
DETAILS: Popsicles and Good Humor Bars; two American food icons and as American as apple pie were, in the 1920s, engaged in numerous legal battles over patent and market share infringements that also affected other frozen confection companies. Archivist Jefferson Moak discusses the causes of these legal battles and their eventual outcome.
CONTACT: For more information, call 202.357.5000 or visit http://www.archives.gov/dc-metro/washington/.
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WHAT: American Sign Language Art Signs Gallery Talk
WHEN: Saturday, July 16, 2011, 2:30 PM
WHERE: Smithsonian American Art Museum, 8th and F Streets NW, WDC 20004
DETAILS: Look for our specially trained ASL volunteer gallery guide, who will offer a 30-minute gallery discussion about an artwork. Meet behind the F Street information desk.
CONTACT: For more information, call 202.633.1000 or visit http://americanart.si.edu.
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YOUTH PROGRAMS / CLASSES / CAMPS
WHAT: Washington Performing Arts Summer Academy’s Children of the Gospel Vocal Workshop
DEADLINE: Monday, July 11, 2011
WHEN: Monday, July 18, to Saturday, July 30, 2011, 9:00 AM-3:30 PM
WHERE: 2000 L Street NW, Suite 510, WDC 20036
DETAILS: The Annual WPAS Children of the Gospel Vocal Workshop is a two-week program that provides young vocalists (grades 4-12) the tools to develop their vocal range and technique. Participants will expand their knowledge of vocal production and health, songwriting, and choral conducting while broadening their skills in leadership, team-building, and self-confidence. This program takes place at Vermont Avenue Baptist Church.
COST: $80 for application fee
CONTACT: For more information, call 202.833.9800 or visit www.wpas.org.
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Second Reminder
WHAT: College Admissions Essay Writing Workshop
WHEN: See below for the schedule of college workshop dates…
• Monday, July 18, to Friday, July 22, 2011, 1:00-4:00 PM
• Monday, August 8, to Friday, August 12, 2011, 1:00-4:00 PM
WHERE: Writopia Lab, 3920 Alton Place NW, WDC 20018
DETAILS: Writers with gather with a group of 4-6 peers and an instructor who is a published writer and experienced college writing instructor. We'll help writers brainstorm, plan, draft, revise, and polish a strong admissions essay that they'll be excited about and proud to submit. And we keep it relaxed and fun in the process. If none of those dates suit but you'd like to participate, let us know, as we may be able to add workshops.
CONTACT: For more information, call 202.629.9510, email Kathy@writopialab.org or visit www.writopialab.org.
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WHAT: DC State Board of Education Seeking Two Students to Serve as Student Representatives on the Education Board
DEADLINE: Friday, July 29, 2011
DETAILS: The student representatives on the District of Columbia State Board of Education will act as liaisons between the student population of the District of Columbia and the District of Columbia State Board of Education. In order to serve as a student representative, applicants must be residents of the District of Columbia. All applicants must be currently enrolled as a junior or senior in a District of Columbia High School or a freshman, sophomore or junior in a local college or university. The student representative term begins in September 2011 and ends in July 2012.
CONTACT: Applications may be downloaded on the DC State Board of Education website at www.sboe.dc.gov. All applicants wishing to serve as a Student Representative must submit an application via email to sboe@dc.gov.
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First Reminder
WHAT: Smithsonian Resident Associates Sponsoring Full- and Half-Day Summer Camp Programs for Children K-8
WHEN: Now through Friday, August 19, 2011 (See the link for the schedule of camp sessions)
WHERE: S. Dillon Ripley Center, 1100 Jefferson Drive SW, WDC 20560
DETAILS: The Smithsonian Resident Associates sponsors full- and half-day summer camp programs for children in grades K-8 guiding them in the exploration of Washington, DC’s Smithsonian museums, the National Mall, and other regional sites. The camps focus on a specific theme such as computer technology, video arts, music & dance, exploration of other lands & outer space, theater, photography, and art.
CONTACT: For more information, call 202.357.3030 (phone registration only) or visit https://residentassociates.org/camp/Default.aspx.
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WHAT: Washington Performing Arts Summer Academy’s Summer Steps with Step Afrika
WHEN: Monday, August 1 to Saturday, August 6, 2011, 9:00-3:30 PM
WHERE: 2000 L Street NW, Suite 510, WDC 20036
DETAILS: WPAS Summer Steps with Step Afrika! is a one-week program exploring the variations of the tradition of stepping, as well as its associations with other percussive dance styles. Led by members of the DC-based Step Afrika! troupe, the program explores the relationship between music and rhythm and helps participants build discipline and leadership skills.
COST: $40 for application fee
CONTACT: For more information, call 202.833.9800 or visit www.wpas.org.
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First Reminder
WHAT: Washington Nationals Baseball Camp
WHEN: Monday, August 1, to Friday, August 5, 2011
WHERE: Georgetown Prep, 10900 Rockville Pike, North Bethesda, MD 20852
DETAILS: The Washington Nationals Baseball Camp for boys and girls, ages 7-14, offers campers an unforgettable baseball experience they will treasure for a lifetime. Far more than just a week at camp, it is a place where new skills are developed and old ones perfected. Our commitment to creating the most exciting and informative baseball experience is reflected in every aspect of our camp. During the week campers will feel like real “Major Leaguers” as they take the field in their very own Washington Nationals uniform and learn from baseball’s best. This unique, action-packed camp features top notch instruction and demonstrations from our experienced Washington Nationals Camp coaching staff, as well as fundamental station work, skills contests, scrimmages and game action.
CONTACT: For more information, call 800.529.2267 or sign up at http://www.nationalscamps.com.
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WHAT: Joy of the Motion Offering Saturday Classes in Young Modern Dance
WHEN: Saturday, August 6, to Saturday, August 27, 2011
WHERE: 5207 Wisconsin Avenue NW, WDC 20016
DETAILS: In the summer, Joy of Motion will offer a Young Modern Dance workshop series in ballet, jazz and modern dance for 6-12 grades on Saturdays.
CONTACT: For more information, call 202.362.3042 or visit www.joyofmotion.org.
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WHAT: Camp Sitar’s Summer Musical
WHERE: 1700 Kalorama Road NW, WDC 20009
DETAILS: For students in grades 5-12 who like to sing, dance, and act, Camp Sitar’s summer musical provides the opportunity to put on an exciting, Broadway-style musical under professional direction and design. Students experience all aspects of mounting a full length musical from auditioning to rehearsal to final performance. This summer Sitar is doing Bye Bye Birdie. Past productions have included Beauty and the Beast, Willy Wonka, Jr., You’re a Good Man Charlie Brown and Hello, Dolly!
CONTACT: Registration must be done in-person. For more information, call 202.797.2145 or visit www.sitarartscenter.org.
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WHAT: Camp Sitar’s Teen Visual and Performing Arts Intensive
WHERE: 1700 Kalorama Road NW, WDC 20009
DETAILS: The Teen Visual and Performing Arts Intensive offers a higher level of classes serving grades 8-12 in graphic design, music production, photography, fashion, dance and more. Teens can opt to participate in the Teen Intensive and the summer musical.
CONTACT: Registration must be done in-person. For more information, call 202.797.2145 or visit www.sitarartscenter.org.
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SCHOOL OPEN HOUSES / ENROLLMENT EVENTS
WHAT: Shining Stars Montessori Academy PCS Open House
WHEN: Saturday, July 9, 2011, 1:30-3:30 PM
WHERE: Emergence Community Arts Collective, 733 Euclid Street NW, WDC 20001
DETAILS: Do you want your child to develop a lifelong love of learning? Do you want your child to be functionally independent? Do you want your child to be an agent of change in the world? If so, Shining Stars Montessori Academy, Public Charter School is the place for your family! The Academy is still accepting applications for the 2011 - 2012 school year. Your child must turn 3-, 4- or 5 years-old by December 31, 2011 to be eligible. Shining Stars Montessori Academy PCS is a NEW public charter school dedicated to nurturing the genius in each child by providing a stellar Montessori education infused with culturally inclusive principles. The Academy will be conveniently located in Ward 1 - temporarily at the Emergence Community Arts Collective - and finally, in a newly-renovated state-of-the-art GREEN children's educational building on Georgia Avenue, across from the historic Howard University.
CONTACT: For more information, call 240.398.8904 or email Rhonda.ssmapcs@gmail.com.
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SCHOLARSHIPS / CONTESTS/ AWARDS
First Reminder
WHAT: Apps for Communities Change
DEADLINE: Monday, July 11, 2011
DETAILS: The James L. Knight Foundation (“Knight Foundation”) and the Federal Communications Commission (“FCC”) are co-sponsoring this contest to reward good ideas to develop a software application that delivers personalized, actionable information to people that are least likely to be online. The challenge is intended to bring together providers of public data, developers, and traditionally underserved populations through a national contest. To qualify, applicants need to build an application (web, mobile, or text/SMS based) that uses one of the OSI approved open source licenses.
CONTACT: The application, eligibility requirements, policy, and procedures are available on our website by clicking on http://appsforcommunities.challenge.gov/.
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First Reminder
WHAT: ERCA Community Contribution Scholarship
DEADLINE: Postmarked by Friday, July 15, 2011
DETAILS: ERCA is a non-profit corporation that awards a minimum of 25 scholarships per year. This scholarship is available for high school students planning to continue their education beyond high school who are legal residents of the United States. Applicants must have recognized a need or problem in their community, have determined a way to address this need or solve this problem, have developed an action plan, and have worked to put the action plan in place so as to address the need or solve the problem. The action plan must be a unique project developed by the student, not a project developed by an established group of which the student is a member.
CONTACT: The application, eligibility requirements, policy, and procedures are available on our website by clicking on http://www.studentresearch.org.
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First Reminder
WHAT: Patsy Takemoto Mink Education Support Award
DEADLINE: Postmarked by Friday, July 15, 2011
DETAILS: The Patsy Takemoto Mink Education Foundation will offer five Education Support Awards each to assist low-income women with children who are pursuing education or training. Education support awards may be used for direct school expenses or for living expenses while you are enrolled in an educational program. Applicant must be at least 17 years of age and must be a low-income mother, with a minor child/children enrolled in an accredited program as skills training, ESL, or GED program or pursuing a technical/vocational, associate, first bachelor, or professional/master's/doctoral degrees.
CONTACT: The application, eligibility requirements, policy, and procedures are available on our website by clicking on http://www.patsyminkfoundation.org/edsupport.html.
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WHAT: Share Your Story – College Essay Scholarship
DEADLINE: Friday, July 15, 2011
DETAILS: This essay scholarship is in request of receiving copies of the essays/personal statements that you wrote for your college applications. These are the 400 word or more essays that you wrote to communicate who you are and the world you live in. I am interested in personal statements written for college applications by low-income students of all ethnic backgrounds. These essays will be entered into a competition for a scholarship and publication in a book called Share Your Story. There is a scholarship attached to this essay competition. The top seven essays will each be awarded a $1,000 college scholarship, and the best overall essay will win a $5,000 college scholarship. These essays will also be included in the Share Your Story book. Scholarships will be awarded by December 31, 2011. Authors of the additional top 125 – 150 excellent essays that are chosen for publication will not receive scholarships, but will have the pride of knowing that their personal statements have been published in the Share Your Story book. Not every essay will be published.
CONTACT: The application, eligibility requirements, policy, and procedures are available on our website by clicking on http://shareyourstoryessays.com.
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WHAT: The StorageMart ScholarSmarts Scholarships
DEADLINE: Friday, July 15, 2011
DETAILS: Scholarships are open to all students, including but not limited to: graduating college seniors, adults returning to school, single parents going to school, military students, undergraduate students, graduate school students and others enrolled at least half-time. Applicants must submit an essay selecting one of the topics from the website…
• How has staying organized attributed to success in your academic, professional or personal life?
• What link is there between a clutter-free workspace and increased productivity?
• How has self-storage improved your lifestyle?
• What is the relationship between organizing your home and lowering stress levels?
CONTACT: The application, eligibility requirements, policy, and procedures are available on our website by clicking on http://www.storage-mart.com/scholarship.
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First Reminder
WHAT: Women’s Independence Scholarship Program (WISP)
DEADLINE: Applications are accepted on a continuous basis. Applications should be submitted as early as possible, but no later than 2 months before the start date of the program to be attended.
DETAILS: The Sunshine Lady Foundation (SLF) offers the Women’s Independence Scholarship Program (WISP) for women who are survivors of intimate partner abuse and are either currently attending or thinking about attending school. Support is available for full or part-time students accepted in accredited educational programs at United States institutions that could be 2 or 4-year college, a technical institute, training school, etc. Applicants should be citizens or legal residents of the United States and demonstrates a critical need for financial assistance.
CONTACT: The application, eligibility requirements, policy, and procedures are available on our website by clicking on http://www.wispinc.org/Programs/WISP/tabid/62/Default.aspx.
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WHAT: OP Loftbed Scholarship
DEADLINE: Sunday, July 31, 2011
DETAILS: This scholarship is for a student whom the judges feel provided the most interesting answers to a set of questions. Applicants must be citizens of the United States of America. The selected winner must enroll as a full or part-time student at an accredited college, university, or trade school in the United States of America by January 31, 2012 or else forfeit the award funds. Applications with any answer except "OP Loftbed" for question #4 will be disqualified. Only one submission per applicant is allowed. Award: At least one $500 scholarship.
CONTACT: The application, eligibility requirements, policy, and procedures are available on our website by clicking on http://oploftbed.com/scholarship.
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WHAT: Gen and Kelly Tanabe Scholarship
DEADLINE: Sunday, July 31, 2011
DETAILS: This scholarship is a merit-based program that helps students fulfill their dreams of a higher education. Eligible students are 9th-12th grade high school, college, or graduate student including adult students that are legal resident of the U.S., currently in school or planning to start school within the next 12 months. Financial need is not considered. The selection of the winner is based primarily on the quality of the submitted personal statement.
CONTACT: The application, eligibility requirements, policy, and procedures are available on our website by clicking on http://www.gkscholarship.com.
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JOBS / INTERNSHIPS / VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
Second Reminder
WHAT: Summer Opportunities for Students to Participate in Activities, Work, and Earn Credit Toward Their Community Services Requirements
DETAILS: Summer vacation is just around the corner for thousands of DC youth. Kids will be out of school yearning for fun things to do, and teens will need activities to capture their imagination. Adults will be looking for events to occupy their free time. “One City Summer Fun... Something for Everyone,” a safe communities partnership initiative is the answer. This summer, there will be a full array of exciting activities, events and programs that will engage everyone in fun, creativity, reading, learning, exploration, healthy living, volunteerism, and employment opportunities. “One City Summer Fun… Something for Everyone,” a comprehensive and expanded city-wide partnership between District government agencies, community and faith based organizations, and private sector groups, is an integrated approach to a safe and productive summer season. There's something of interest for everyone in every ward across the city. Join our effort and let us know about other activities taking place in your community.
CONTACT: For more information about this initiative, visit www.onecitysummer.dc.gov.
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SCHOOL / COMMUNITY RESOURCES
First Reminder
WHAT: Teaching Professional Development Registration for Math Teachers - Learning & Loving Math
WHEN: Thursday, July 28, to Friday, July 29, 2011, 9:00 AM-4:00 PM
WHERE: Two Rivers Public Charter School, 1234 4th Street NE, WDC 20002
DETAILS: In this two-day workshop, participants will engage in problem-based tasks that build their understanding of mathematics and will explore their personal math stories. They will learn methods for differentiating instruction to meet the needs of all learners and leave with techniques for providing an inquiry approach to math in their classroom.
COST: $150 for DC charter teachers
CONTACT: To register, please email learn@tworiverspcs.org by Friday, July 3, with your name, your position for the 2011-2012 school year, your school's name, and your contact information.
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NETWORKING ONLINE
FOCUS and DC CAN are online and now on social networking sites. Find and follow us on the following links.
Official Website| www.focusdc.org
Facebook| www.facebook.com/focusdc and www.facebook.com/dccanfocus
Twitter| www.twitter.com/focusdc and www.twitter.com/dccanfocus
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