| School Name | Address | Phone | Grades | County | Type | District Name |
| The Inspired Teaching Demonstration PCS | 1328 Florida Ave NW
Washington, DC 20017 | (202) 248-6825 | PK-4 | District of Columbia | charter | Inspired Teaching Demonstration PCS |
| Email | Year |
| zoe.duskin@inspiredteachingschool.org | 2013 |
| Date | Who | Comments |
| 6/6/2012 | parent | From what I have observed being an experienced parent of really good Charter Shcools..I have been impressed with what I have seen so far. The Parents I spoke with are thrilled to have their child attend this school. I have made surprise visits and have always been welcomed to join the classroom and observe. The Principal seems hard working and dedicated and the staff is always available. They are expanding and I couldnt be more pleased. They are focused on teaching the whole child and that is most important to me. I cant wait for my son to start this fall! |
| 4/27/2012 | parent | Not sure who the person is that wrote that one star review. I am an active parent and I've met no one that would describe the school in that way. I am a 3rd grade parent so I am quite familiar with the students and families in that class. There was a change in teachers but the vast majority of parents were very impressed with how the challenge and transition was handled. I sat in on the class recently and those kids are doing wonderfully. I give all credit to the teacher who came in, established their trust and set a new bar of expectation and excellence. I can not speak highly enough about the 3rd grade teachers (yes there are two--a master teacher and a teacher that is in the process of obtaining their certification). My children LOVE Inspired Teaching. They are happy and growing both academically and as individuals. All of the teachers are excellent and the school enjoys a highly active and involved community of families. We are so glad we took the leap of faith on this first year charter. But don't take my word, visit the school yourself. They are open and welcoming. As a parent I can drop in on my child's class anytime I want. IT is very open door, very transparent. |
| 3/20/2012 | parent | If your child has never had a school experience ie they are going into pre k, or kindergarten the school works. If your chIld has previous experience in a school setting the school 'trys' to work. To get to the point... If you can find a charter school that actually provides "inspiration" to nurture your child... PLEASE go there. The "inspired teaching school" is not that. Third grade replaced several teachers during this school... students were removed from the school and transferred to other schools in the district by parents who lost confidence in the school. The school should definitely go back to the drawing board on lots of things. The only reason you should place your child in this school is if you are confident that a school that is completely playing it by ear (without the necessary footing to do so) will be an environment that develops your child in the best way possible... Otherwise you're gambling on your child's development. It's honestly not worth it. Your child deserves the best... ITS is not there yet. Maybe they will be better after a few years of 'Ironing out the kinks.' |
| 3/12/2012 | parent | As a parent of a child in preK, I have nothing but good things to say about the school, its administration, or its community of students and adults. The school's practice of pairing an experienced teacher-mentor with an exceptionally qualified new teacher creates what seems to be a nice professional environment for staff. The school's approach to teaching and learning is innovative and progressive. Most important: my kids loves going to school and knows that school is a safe and fun place to learn. I see great things for Inspired Teaching as it moves to the U Street area. |
| 12/10/2011 | parent | I am completely impressed with every aspect of The Inspired Teaching Demonstration School..Every child is nurtured, encouraged and receives individualized attention.The entire staff (Principal, Office Staff, Classroom Teachers / Aides, and Special Education Team, I am sorry because I know Im leaving others out) is warm, attentive, enthusiastic and dedicated to the success of each child.I look forward to their expansion and even greater success in the future. |
