Posts tagged Dcpl
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A wishlist for where the DC Public Library should build its Ward 5 expansion
A new report from the DC Public Library is proposing a new library in the Edgewood/Eckington/Stronghold area. Here’s an early look at some potential locations for such a library, and how that might impact surrounding areas. Keep reading…
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Marshall Heights’ library is closed, and residents say they’re missing more than just books
Capitol View Library in Ward 7 closed for renovations in February and will remain that way through at least the fall. But there aren’t any plans to replace its services in the meantime, and residents say the library’s closure will knock out a major pillar of the community that, in other places, might not be so vital. Keep reading…
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The public can now grade DCPS’s performance
DCPS has long been in the business of issuing grades to students. Now, through a program called Grade.DC.gov, the public can give grades to DCPS. Over a year ago Mayor Vincent Gray launched the Grade.DC.gov program as a way of collecting feedback on various District agencies that interact with the public. As of October 1, DCPS has joined the list of those agencies. But it’s… Keep reading…
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Morning bell: DC CAS scores are questioned, but SAT is up
Test scoring method creates controversy: The Post revealed that DC’s Office of the State Superintendent of Education quietly chose a scoring method for last year’s standardized tests that resulted in a higher overall proficiency rate. Councilmember David Catania claims OSSE’s decision amounts to “cheating.” But OSSE defends its scoring choice… Keep reading…
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Morning Bell: Students progress towards proficient
Principal turns around failing DCPS school: Harry Hughes introduced single-sex classes, required teachers to be on time, and brought in volunteer reading tutors at Harriet Tubman Elementary School. (Post) Keep reading…