California Charter Schools Celebrate National Charter Schools Week: May 1-6, 2006
Posted on: Monday, 1 May 2006, 15:00 CDT
Thousands of teachers, students, parents and charter school leaders in California are celebrating the seventh annual National Charter Schools Week, May 1-6, with several events planned throughout the state.
This week of celebration comes at a time when education reform has taken center stage on a national and local level, with charter schools leading the way. In 2005, a record 84 public charter schools opened their doors for the first time in California -- the largest number of charter schools to open in one year since 1999.
"California's charter schools continue to be at the forefront of successful public education reform; many of the state's highest-performing public schools are charter public schools," said Caprice Young, president and CEO of the California Charter Schools Association. "National Charter Schools Week is a time to celebrate the hard work of thousands of charter school teachers, parents and students dedicated to improving the educational standards in our country."
The California Charter Schools Association, which represents the majority of the state's 574 charter schools, is proud to participate in activities that offer greater public awareness about the high quality and innovative solutions offered by charter schools.
The California Charter Schools Association invites you to attend the following events:
Wednesday, May 3
"A Progressive Dinner" - Sharing Best Practices
Los Angeles: CALS Middle School, 6:30-8:30 p.m.
3838 Eagle Rock Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90065
The evening, sponsored by Fielding Graduate University, will provide a networking opportunity for L.A. area teachers to share research and best practices. Dinner, discussion and sharing is complimentary!
Please RSVP by calling (323) 254-4427.
Thursday, May 4
"Meet the Filmmakers of 'Walkout'" - Screening and Panel Discussion
Pasadena: Volosh Forum, Pasadena City College @ 4:30 p.m.
1570 East Colorado Blvd., Pasadena, CA 91106
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Pasadena: Laemmle Theaters, One Colorado @ 6:30 p.m.
42 Miller Alley, Pasadena, CA 91103
Two complimentary screenings of "Walkout," a film by Moctesuma Esparza (founder of Los Angeles Academy of Arts and Enterprise, a charter school) and Edward James Olmos, will be shown. Each screening, sponsored by The California Charter Schools Association and La Raza Faculty and Staff of Pasadena City College, will be followed by a panel discussion about educational equity with Moctesuma Esparza, Sal Castro, Paula Crisostomo, Vickie Castro and Bodie Olmos. Seating is first-come, first-served.
Friday, May 5
Charter School Celebration featuring Assemblywoman Shirley Horton
San Diego: Darnell Charter School @ 2 p.m.
6020 Hughes Street, San Diego, CA 92115
Darnall Charter School has extended invitations to San Diego City School Board members, City Council representatives and Assemblywoman Horton to attend its school-wide assembly in recognition of National Charter Schools Week and the achievements of charter schools in their community.
Saturday, May 6
A Community Fair and Carnival at Leimert Park: Celebrating Quality Education
Los Angeles: Leimert Park, 10 a.m. - 7 p.m.
4395 Leimert Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90008
The California Charter Schools Association is collaborating with the Inner City Education Foundation and the View Park Prep Community to host this fun-filled event featuring: carnival games and rides, including a basketball tournament; informational booths (charter schools, health, social services); parent/student workshops (college preparation and charter schools); drill team competition; student talent performances featuring charter school students.
Saturday, May 20
Oakland Community Charter Fair
Oakland: Historic Sweet's Ballroom, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
1933 Broadway, Downtown Oakland, CA 94612
The event is a celebration of Oakland charter schools and the educational success of the community, families and charter leaders. The day will feature student performances and presentations, and will provide a forum for the charter community and leaders to share best practices. Parents will also have the opportunity to enroll their child in a charter school.
About Charter Schools
Charter schools are independent public schools that are allowed to be more innovative and are held accountable for improved student achievement.
About the California Charter Schools Association
The California Charter Schools Association is the membership and professional organization serving 574 public charter schools serving more than 212,000 charter school students in the state of California. The Association's mission is to improve student achievement by strengthening and expanding high-quality public charter schools throughout California.
CONTACT: Gary Larson Vice President of Communications California Charter Schools Association (415) 722-0127 Sonia Torres Media Relations Manager California Charter Schools Association (213) 618-3801
SOURCE: California Charter Schools Association
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