Section 10-A1209. EDU -2.1 NEIGHBORHOOD-CENTERED SCHOOLS

 

1209.1In 2001, DCPS launched the Transformation Schools Initiative to effectively transform 14 DC Public Schools into high-performing, child-centered, family- and community-focused learning centers. The 14 schools are shown in Table 12.1. 1209.1

 

1209.2Table 12.1:Transformation Schools Initiative 1209.2

 

http://www.planning.dc.gov/planning/frames.asp?doc=/planning/lib/planning/2006_revised_comp_plan/12_educationfac.pdf

 

1209.3DCPS is accommodating “wrap-around” services at these 14 schools, with the objective of making them models for future projects around the city. Wrap-around services include family counseling and parenting programs, career education, mental health therapy and after-school enrichment programs. Implementation of this initiative at other campuses holds great promise for the District’s children and families. 1209.3

 

1209.4Co-locating social services in school facilities can provide a number of benefits. It reduces government land acquisition costs and development expenses. It fosters partnerships between schools, other government agencies, and local businesses. By pooling resources, co-location can reduce maintenance costs and parking requirements. It can also provide convenience for residents, who can access multiple services in a single location. 1209.4

 

1209.5Policy EDU-2.1.1: Collaborative Arrangements with Community Service Providers

 

Create partnerships between DCPS, District government, non-profits, and other institutions to promote schools as the central focus of community activities. 1209.5

 

1209.6Policy EDU-2.1.2: Wrap-Around Services

 

Where space is available, accommodate wrap-around health and human service programs within local schools to address the non-academic needs of students and families. Include affordable child care services wherever feasible. 1209.6

 

1209.7Policy EDU-2.1.3: Community Use

 

Keep school space accessible and available for neighborhood meetings, community gatherings, and other events that promote citizen engagement and public service, while maintaining the school’s primary mission of educating the District’s children. 1209.7

 

1209.8Action EDU-2.1.A: Shared Maintenance Facilities

 

Identify opportunities to share DCPS and District government operations, transportation, and maintenance facilities to reduce land and facility costs for both entities. 1209.8

 

See also the Parks, Recreation, and Open Space Element for policies on joint use agreements for public access to school recreation areas.

 

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