There’s a place in Northwest Washington so glowing and particular that the primary girl of France made it a degree to go to — twice:
Washington, D.C
Perspective | Duke Ellington teens resist DCPS, fear losing school ‘to bureaucracy’
It’s a crown jewel of D.C.’s instructional system, private and non-private.
However in a story ripe for any joke about forms — oh, what alum Dave Chappelle might do with this — the D.C. Public Faculty system is making an attempt to soak up this little gem into its giant and lumbering community.
One of many individuals signing a petition to “Save Duke Ellington” stated merely this in regards to the distinctive, dynamic establishment: “We can’t afford to lose the college to forms.”
“Security and operations,” have been among the many first phrases that Colleges Chancellor Lewis Ferebee used when explaining the motion to me. The college is a hybrid — run partly as a public college and a bit of like a nonprofit, with its personal board, management and fundraising system.
It’s uncommon, but it surely’s labored for practically half a century.
The scholars need nothing to do with the general public faculties that lots of them fled.
And they’re talking out — it’s an artwork college, in fact they’re. They’re making TikToks, posting petitions and writing opinions. They’re planning a large protest this week, they’re sharing poignant tales in regards to the college’s affect on their lives.
Many really feel like Trinity Marshall, who wrote alongside her signature on a petition that “duke saved my life.”
I’ve been making an attempt to remain out of it. That sophomore within the Nike industrial is my son’s buddy and classmate — they’re each college students within the theater division. And years earlier than I had children, I used to be one of many non-accredited professionals locally who labored with the scholars, advising their college newspaper. (I’ll always remember the scholars’ highly effective tackle the primary day a steel detector was put in at an entrance. They have been offended on the college, and despondent about the specter of college violence.)
The college (known as DESA) was based in 1974 by Peggy Cooper Cafritz, a philanthropist, educator and former head of the D.C. Faculty Board, and Mike Malone, a pacesetter within the D.C. theater scene. It operated as a free, public college out there to any D.C. child, so long as they handed auditions. It’s robust to get into, and hard to complete.
The youngsters have common, rigorous educational lessons (my son’s doing battle with chemistry and AP historical past this yr) in a regulation college day taught by accredited DCPS academics.
However at 3 p.m., they alter into their arts block uniforms and head into what they name the “second day,” with a full slate of arts lessons. This isn’t extracurricular stage stuff. It’s a difficult, conservatory-level curriculum.
The parents who educate these lessons are a part of why the college is in DCPS’s sights. They’re unregulated, unaccredited. And they’re a part of what makes it so particular. A latest Fordham College examine of the college defined it:
“ … DESA’s choice of its college leaders and artwork academics required that they have been professionals within the arts neighborhood. This issue tremendously contributed to the sustainability of the college and the acceleration of studying within the arts,” the examine stated.
Ferebee informed me he understands the significance of that.
“I do need to reiterate that we’re dedicated to the integrity and the standard of the humanities program,” he stated, earlier than one other spherical of negotiations between DESA and the college system on Monday. “It’s one thing I’m very happy with, it’s a phenomenal arts program, and you already know we need to see it proceed.”
Principal Sandi Logan isn’t so positive.
“We don’t have a transparent plan from DCPS about what the transition would appear to be,” Logan informed the Washington Informer.
“We don’t have proof of arts schooling investments. Arts academics throughout the general public faculties are speaking in regards to the stage of arts programming reducing yearly,” she stated. “The executive construction must help our arts academics. We’d like help for twin instruction and infrastructure.”
However these arts academics aren’t essentially accredited academics. There have been allegations previously few years of sexual assault and one was charged with sexual abuse of a minor. That pushed DCPS into takeover mode. Washington disaster administration eclipsing D.C.’s soul.
Let’s be clear. Any abuse of a minor is a horrible scenario. However it’s not distinctive to this college and there’s no strategy to show a unique forms would have prevented this.
In 2019, a report discovered sexual abusers amongst academics at Washington’s most elite, non-public faculties: St. Albans, Nationwide Cathedral and Beauvoir. The previous rowing coach at Walt Whitman — the distinguished and beloved public college in Bethesda that people fleeing the town with their children come to — simply pleaded responsible this yr to sexually abusing children.
There may be additionally a problem of pay. Whereas DCPS pays the accredited, core academics a wage comparable (although a lot much less in some circumstances) to these in different faculties, the humanities academics get meager compensation, most of which is allotted by the D.C. Council or generated by means of fundraising (oh, the college fundraisers).
The college and DCPS are nonetheless in negotiations. Each side appear to love a pathway to licensing for the humanities academics that received’t restrict entry to an skilled and storied school by imposing mundane certification necessities that may permit extra strong pay and higher documentation of who’s educating.
“The college does properly academically, it does very properly arts-wise,” stated D.C. Council Chairman Phil Mendelson (D-At Massive), who in contrast a DCPS plan to the Chinese language takeover of Taiwan. “That neighborhood must be nurtured and supported.”
WASHINGTON – Nearly a quarter million ticketed guests are expected to attend Donald Trump’s second inauguration on Monday, January 20, 2025, in the nation’s capital. The festivities begin over the weekend and continue until the Tuesday following Inauguration Day.
On Monday, the ceremony will take place on the West Front of the U.S. Capitol. Security screening gates are expected to open at 5 a.m. Ticketed guests should arrive by 11:30 a.m.
Here are some key events on the schedule if you are planning to attend:
Timeline:
Saturday, January 18
Trump will attend a reception and fireworks display at Trump National Golf Club in Sterling, Virginia.
Vice President-elect JD Vance will participate in a reception for incoming Cabinet members and host a dinner.
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Sunday, January 19
Trump will take part in a wreath-laying ceremony at Arlington National Cemetery.
Trump will hold a MAGA Victory rally at Capital One Arena in Washington, D.C., at 3 p.m., with a performance by the Village People.
Trump will host a candlelight dinner with campaign donors.
Monday, January 20 (Inauguration Day)
Trump will attend a worship service at St. John’s Episcopal Church in downtown D.C.
Trump and incoming first lady Melania Trump will join the Bidens for tea at the White House.
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What we know:
Inaugural Ceremonies at the U.S. Capitol
The ceremonies will take place on the West Front of the U.S. Capitol.
Security screening gates open at 5 a.m., music begins at 9:30 a.m. Ticketed guests should arrive by 11:30 a.m.
The theme, “Our Enduring Democracy: A Constitutional Promise,” recognizes the Founders’ commitment to preserving democracy.
Carrie Underwood will perform “America the Beautiful” before Trump takes the oath of office at 12 p.m. Former Presidents Obama, Bush, and Clinton are expected to attend.
A farewell to former President Biden and Vice President Harris will occur around noon.
Trump will gather with aides and lawmakers for the President’s Signing Room Ceremony at the U.S. Capitol to sign executive orders or memorandums.
The JCCIC Congressional Luncheon will follow, attended by the new president, vice president, Senate leaders, and JCCIC members.
Trump will review military troops at the East Front steps of the U.S. Capitol, followed by a presidential parade down Pennsylvania Avenue to the White House.
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At the White House, Trump will participate in the traditional Oval Office signing ceremony for executive orders or nominations.
Trump will attend three Inaugural balls: Commander in Chief Ball, Liberty Inaugural Ball, and the Starlight Ball. He is scheduled to speak at all three balls.
- Commander in Chief Ball focused on military service members
- Liberty Inaugural Ball geared toward Trump supporters
- Starlight Ball will focus on high-dollar donors
What’s next:
Tuesday, January 21
Trump will attend the National Prayer Service, an interfaith event at the Washington National Cathedral.
The Source: Information in this article comes from The Trump Vance Inaugural Committee, the Joint Congressional Committee on Inaugural Ceremonies, and the Associated Press.
As D.C. prepares for Inauguration Day, tens of thousands of activists are preparing to make their voices heard.
Days before President-elect Donald Trump is sworn in at the U.S. Capitol again, several grassroots groups will descend on the District Saturday for the People’s March, which has the same organizers behind the 2017 Women’s March.
“Talking about immigration, talking about peace, talking about abortion access, talking about racial justice and reproductive justice,” said Tamika Middleon, the managing director for Women’s March.
Like previous marches, organizers say Saturday’s event is part of a long term resistance strategy to proposed policies of the incoming Trump Administration
“And so we are trying to create opportunities for people to be together, and that’s really our message, is for people to find ways for them to engage with each other,” Middleon said.
Several Metro stations and several streets will be closed Monday for the inauguration, but the 18th will also be a busy day on D.C. roads
People’s March organizers say there will be three meet up locations Saturday before they march to the Lincoln Memorial: Farragut Square, where groups will focus on democracy, immigration, climate and military; Franklin Park, a starting point for gender justice activists, women’s rights and LGBTQ+ groups; and McPherson Square, ground zero for many local grassroots organizations.
“We’re going to be specifically focusing on D.C. issues,” said Megan Salmon with Spaces in Action.
Salmon said they’ve been busy coordinating with local volunteers ahead of Saturday, and even though a lot has changed since Trump took office in 2017, their commitment to the cause hasn’t — and they’re ready for what’s next.
“Organizers have been preparing for a moment like this for way longer than it was talked about, so it wasn’t just since the election, it wasn’t just since the campaign trail,” Salmon said. “I do think that the resistance is strategic, but I do think that’s not just a reflection of the moment we’re in. I think it’s a longer term fight.”
All of those groups are set to meet up at the Lincoln Memorial, and that big rally is scheduled to go from about 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday.
Washington, D.C
SAPD to send 61 officers to Washington DC for Donald Trump’s presidential inauguration
WASHINGTON D.C. – Safety is a priority at the inauguration of President-elect Donald Trump next week.
San Antonio police is sending 61 officers to Washington, D.C., to assist the Metropolitan Police Department while Trump is sworn into office.
SAPD deployed 45 officers when Trump took office for the first time in 2017.
The increase in officers being sent this time reflects heightened security concerns and a greater emphasis on ensuring the safety of all attendees.
In addition to SAPD’s presence, law enforcement agencies nationwide are also mobilizing to provide support.
As preparations continue, authorities urge attendees to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity.
The 60th presidential inauguration ceremony will begin at noon EST on Jan. 20.
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