DC Charter School Alliance

DC has the fairest per-pupil funding formula in the country. Let's not break it. Charter schools and DCPS should be funded equitably through the formula. City officials MUST fund ALL DC kids fairly. #DCProudCharterStrong

Watch on the @councilofdc website: lims.dccouncil.gov/Hearings/heari…

The most important voices in any conversation about education? Students, full stop. Right now, DC's young people are speaking before the DC Council. Thank you, @ChmnMendelson, for putting youth voices front and center. #DCProudCharterStrong Tune in: youtube.com/live/NGrqTMj5z…

In honor of Women’s History Month, the DC Charter School Alliance was proud to be featured on a panel at this week’s DC PIE Network gathering. The event brought together members and organizations to connect, spark new ideas, and celebrate bold leadership!

At Monument Academy PCS, student well-being isn't a supplement to learning—it's the foundation. On the latest Leaders in Conversation, CEO Dr. Jeffrey Grant explains how Monument ensures every single child is seen and supported. Watch the full episode: youtube.com/watch?v=--xXcq…

Advance registration for NCSC26 closes April 20. Join the national @charteralliance community in New Orleans, June 24–26 (Wed–Fri). Register: conference.publiccharters.org/2026/registrat…

Congratulations to Shukurat Adamoh-Faniyan on her election as Chair of the @DCPCSB! 🎉 As a former teacher and school leader, and a DC charter school parent, she brings deep experience to this role. We look forward to working together for the good of DC's students.

On the latest Leaders in Conversation, DC Alliance E.D. Ariel Johnson sits down with leaders from @BriyaPCS, @YouthBuildPCS, and Monument Academy – three schools with distinct, innovative models designed to meet students where they are: Check it out: youtu.be/--xXcqCpRqE?si…

The DC Charter School Alliance team is looking forward to #NCSC26 in New Orleans! We’ll join charter school leaders from across the country to discuss the biggest topics facing our sector today. Register now & we hope to see you there: publiccharters.org/conference @charteralliance

Last month, we joined organizers & partners at the Wilson Building for a recognition ceremony honoring the Recess at the Capitol events. We’re incredibly grateful for the families who showed up last year to fight Congressional action that would have stripped $1B from DC's budget.

Last month, charter school staff participated in the Johns Hopkins Health & Education Corps Preventive Medicine & Wellness Workshop. We’re grateful for our partnership with Johns Hopkins & look forward to continuing to expand health & safety training opportunities for schools!

Today is the final day to submit a lottery application for PK3 – Grade 8 for the 2026–27 school year. Applications close at 11:59 p.m. tonight. If you need help, the My School DC hotline is available until 5 p.m. at (202) 888-6336. Apply here: buff.ly/hFU1AVY

This #WomensHistoryMonth, we're spotlighting some of the women behind DC's public charter schools. First up: Dr. Euphemia Lofton Haynes, namesake of @ELHaynesPCS.

"Work hard, be nice. No finish line." Those weren't just slogans on the back of a shirt for @KIPP_DC alum Marquivious Thomas—they became core values that carried him to college and back home as Vice Principal at KIPP DC Honor Academy. Hear his story: youtube.com/watch?v=7RG1ze…

@TMAtalks alum Charley Smith shares how the teachers who helped her identify and navigate her emotions inspired her to create that same safe space for students at @DCBilingual. Hear more of her story on Leaders in Conversation: youtube.com/watch?v=7RG1ze…

DC Alliance staff showed up last night for the 47,000+ students counting on city leaders to get the FY27 budget right. We were proud to join @MayorBowser's budget forum and make our voices heard. #DCProudCharterStrong

In celebration of #BlackHistoryMonth, we asked DC Charter School leaders to share a Black leader who inspires their work. Thank you to Dr. Marco Clark, Founder and CEO of @RWPCSROXIE, who spoke about his hero, Dr. Benjamin E. Mays. 💙 Read more: dccharters.org/blog/celebrati…

“This is my school. This is your school, too." That simple statement from founder Irasema Salceto changed everything for Cesar Chavez alum Dexter Hooks—and shaped his decision to return as a teacher. Hear his story on Leaders in Conversation: youtube.com/watch?v=7RG1ze…

February is Career and Technical Education Month, and we invited Carlos Rosario PCS to share how its diverse programs, including CTE pathways, are equipping students with real-world skills and transforming lives across the city. Check it out: dccharters.org/blog/from-surv…

.@NationalParents Senior Director Ariel Taylor Smith breaks down parents' top concerns on the Leaders in Conversation podcast: Affordability, school quality, and the future of federal oversight – without the Department of Education. Watch more: youtube.com/watch?v=HdQ6nn…