"Time to Shine...April is Student Testing Time!" Brown Gives Pep Talk to Davis Elementary Students
With just two school days remaining before the "big-test" Councilmember Brown visited 10 classrooms to give a pep talk to students preparing for the annual assessment test.
Each April, DCPS students in grades 3-8 and 10 take the District of Columbia Comprehensive Assessment System (DC-CAS). The DC-CAS is the "big-test" that measures students' knowledge and skills in math, reading, science and writing. The DC-CAS helps guide instruction by identifying the areas in which students need additional support and challenges. It is also critical in determining DCPS' compliance with No Child Left Behind. The academic performance of our students is far below what it needs to be. In addition, a number of our older students fail to show up to take the test. This year's mantra is "Time to Shine...April is Student Testing Time!" In following Chancellor Rhee's efforts to help our students achieve at the highest levels, Councilmember Brown visited Davis Elementary to provide students with a large dose of encouragement as they prepared during the final days before the DC-CAS. Brown promised to reward all students he visited with a special celebration to recognize their efforts.
PHELPS ARCHITECTURE, CONSTRUCTION AND ENGINEERING HIGH SCHOOL TO OPEN FALL 2008: STUDENTS APPLY NOW!
If you are a highly motivated student who is curious about the world around you and are interested in pursuing a challenging high school experience that integrates District of Columbia Public Schools curriculum with architecture, construction and engineering technologies, then Phelps is the perfect place for you. Phelps offers
a comprehensive high school experience and specialized instructional opportunities in the architecture, construction and engineering industries. At Phelps, you might design or build your own home, using
technology that may already be a part of your everyday life. You will also use your creativity and imagination to achieve your academic and career goals. Phelps Architecture Construction and Engineering High School offers a diverse curriculum to meet the needs of every student. You will prepare for college through a strong academic program, which includes honors and advanced placement courses to earn
college credit. In addition, you’ll prepare for the professional workforce by increasing your skills through hands-on and rigorous instruction and keen study and organizational skills. Every staff member will support
you to ensure that your educational experience is maximized and that you explore your dreams and are prepared to succeed. For more information and to retrieve a copy of the Phelps application packet, visit www.k12.dc.us. source: District of Columbia Public Schools (www.k12.dc.us)
BROWN RECOGNIZES EASTERN MARKET ARTISTS AT DEDICATION
The DC Commission on the Arts and Humanities and the Eastern Market Community selected 12 works of art to be displayed on the East Hall Wall. Each selected work reflects the artist's interpretation of Eastern Market, its activities and the surrounding neighborhood. Councilmember Brown encourages you to visit Eastern Market view the various artwork displayed by the following artists: Michael Berman, Mary Belcher, Victor Kinza, Matthew Parker, Joseph Snyder, Thomas Bucci, Quest Skinner, Zakhar Sasim, Val Proudkii and Jonathan Blum.
FIND OUT HOW TO APPLY FOR THE DC PERFORMING ARTS PRESENTERS INITIATIVE
The DC Commission on the Arts and Humanities (DCCAH) and the Mid Atlantic Arts Foundation (MAAF) announce the release of guidelines and applications for the 2008/2009 DC Presenters Initiative, a program designed to offer small and midsized presenting organizations an opportunity to apply for grants to broaden their programming and expand audiences. This initiative supports District-based nonprofit organizations presenting performing artists from the Mid Atlantic region (but outside of DC) or from outside the United States. The initiative is designed to encourage DC presenters to take advantage of regional funding opportunities provided by the Mid Atlantic Arts Foundation and to expand artistic programming or reach new audiences. The application deadline is April 23, 2008: This is a receipt deadline. All programs must take place between July 1, 2008 and June 30, 2009
- Organizations may apply for up to two project grants, each not to exceed $2,000. 1A 50 percent match is required.
- Mid Atlantic states include Delaware, Maryland, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Virginia and West Virginia.
- Eligible projects must include a public performance.
Priority will also be given to projects involving artists based outside a 50-mile radius of the District of Columbia.
Priority will be given to projects proposing artists or genres with whom applicants have no prior history or whose fees have been beyond applicants' means in an effort to expand artistic programming and reach new audiences.
Small and medium-sized presenters are especially encouraged to apply For more information, or if you have questions about this program, contact Victoria Murray (202) 724-5613 or visit www.dcarts.dc.gov. CURRENT CALL FOR ENTRIES: ARTIST-CREATED IDENTITY FOR METROPOLITAN BRANCH TRAIL
Design Budget: $7,550
Deadline: Friday, May 16, 2008 at 5:30 pm
The DC Commission on the Arts and Humanities (DCCAH), in collaboration with District Department of Transportation (DDOT) and surrounding communities, is seeking an artist or artist team to work with urban designers, transportation and trail planners, landscape architects, civil engineers and District government employees to create a comprehensive and cohesive plan that visually unifies the Metropolitan Branch Trail (MBT) with artistic enhancements. This artistic driven identity created by the selected artist(s) will be included in a variety of signage and amenities along the trail as well as maps and materials about the trail. This call is open to artists who live in the District of Columbia, Virginia and Maryland.
RESIGTER FOR SUMMER EMPLOYMENT: THE RUSH IS ON! Do you know of any District youth, ages 14-21? Tell them the Rush is on! Attend Mayor Adrian M. Fenty’s 2008 Summer Youth Program 29-hour summer Registration Rush at the Office of Youth Programs, located at 625 H Street, northeast, starting Friday, April 25 at 9 a.m. until Saturday, April 26 at 2 pm. That’s right we will register youth for 29-hours. This is the last chance they will have to register for a job this summer. To register, youth may download the application from the website and bring documents to verify your date of birth, Social Security Number, and District residency, or they can complete the application on site. Youth under the age of 18 must have parental consent. Rush in beginning April 25th through April 26th and register for a summer job. For more information, contact the Department of Employment Services’ Office of Youth Programs at 202.698.3991 or visit www.does.dc.gov; again the number is 202.698.3991.
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