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Training Tomorrow’s Diverse Workforce since 1970

Carlos Rosario International Public Charter School. Training Tomorrow’s Diverse Workforce since 1970. The Mission.

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Training Tomorrow’s Diverse Workforce since 1970

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  1. Carlos Rosario International Public Charter School Training Tomorrow’s Diverse Workforce since 1970
  2. The Mission Our mission is to provide education that prepares the diverse adult immigrant population of Washington, DC to become invested, productive citizens and members of American society who give back to family and community. The school accomplishes this through excellence in teaching and learning in partnership with the community and by fostering a safe and compassionate learning environment.
  3. History
  4. Overview of the Carlos Rosario International PCS Began in 1970 as the community based organization, PEILA. Named a national model for adult education by the US Department of Education. The Phoenix Rising: Closed in 1996, reestablished in 1997 Became the first adult ed charter school in the nation in 1998. Served over 60,000 immigrants over its 42 years of operation.
  5. What is a Charter School? Publically funded autonomous school, which has greater autonomy in exchange for greater accountability Federal charter school law passed in 1992 Each state elects whether to adopt a state level law to allow charter schools
  6. District of Columbia School Reform ActDC ST § 38-1802.04 (14) Program of education. -- A public charter school shall provide a program of education which shall include one or more of the following: (A) Preschool; (B) Prekindergarten; (C) Any grade or grades from kindergarten through grade 12; (D) Residential education; or (E) Adult, community, continuing, and vocational education programs.
  7. How do charter schools work? Charter authorizer Evaluates charter school applications Awards and negotiates charter contract (15 year contract in DC) Monitors performance of charters Can revoke the contract Corporate Structure 501 (c)(3) with Board of Trustees
  8. How do charter schools work? Funding of Charters in DC Per-pupil allocation Adult ed charter receive a fraction Funding based on enrollment Enrollment audit Must not dip below funded enrollment level
  9. What do you mean by high accountability? Annual Financial audits and reviews Annual Enrollment audit Compliance reporting (adherence to DC laws governing education & charters) Reporting on attendance, retention, suspensions Reporting on immunizations compliance Accreditation required (in DC) Regular In-depth Compliance & Performance Reviews Student Achievement, Performance on Accountability Plans, Curriculum, Assessment, Instruction, Climate, Governance, Financial Management, Compliance with applicable laws and regs High stakes reviews (5, 10, 15 year mark)
  10. More about DC charter schools 43% of public school children in DC The first DC charter schools enrolled 160 kids in 1996 Today over 35,000 students enrolled in over 100 campuses Seven (7) adult education charter schools Booker T. Washington PCS Community College PCS Education Strengthens Families PCS LAYC Career Academy PCS LAYC Youth Build PCS Next Step PCS
  11. The Trade Off: Autonomy for Accountability Accountability Multiple reviews Student Achievement/Performance posted publically Risk of closure for lack of performance Funding tied to audited enrollment levels Autonomy Choose own curriculum, assessments Hire own staff (compared to traditional public) If a program strategy is not working, can turn on a dime Responsible for finding, developing, maintaining own facilities Relatively consistent, reliable annual funding
  12. Overview of the Carlos Rosario International PCS Currently serving 2,200 diverse students through a holistic, three pronged model: Foundational Skills and Literacy Basic Literacy ESL GED Content ESL; Health, Citizenship, ESL for Families, Computer Literacy Workforce Development Training Culinary Arts Computer Support Specialist (CSS) Nurse Aide Training Comprehensive Supportive Service
  13. Proven Effective Model 2005 - Accredited by the Middle States Commission 2009 – DC Public Charter School Board found Carlos Rosario as “exemplary” in all areas in the high stakes fifth year review
  14. School Diversity Represented Most staff and faculty members are bilingual and speak languages including Spanish, Amharic, Mandarin, Vietnamese, and French.
  15. English as a Second Language (ESL)Orientation - 8
  16. Citizenship
  17. ESL for Families
  18. Health Pathway
  19. GED
  20. The key to cutting-edge workforce development for the DC region’s immigrant communities Holistic Approach Demand-driven Programs Corporate Advisory Committees Highly Qualified Staff and Faculty Commitment to Excellence
  21. Recent Partnerships Matching scholarship opportunity The Walmart Community Foundation Washington @ Work Initiative supports Carlos Rosario to provide Washington, DC residents with the skills and training needed to secure employment in high-demand industries
  22. Culinary Partners
  23. Workforce Programs Culinary Arts Nurse Aide Training Computer Support Specialist Program Customer Service
  24. Culinary Arts Program Overview of Food Service Industry Basic Cooking Principles Sanitation and Safety Food Presentation and Garnish Menu Planning Table Services
  25. Chef of the Day Leadership Teamwork Communication TALENT
  26. Nurse Aide TrainingProgram Design Instructional Hours: 110 hours Simulation Lab: 62 hours Practicum: 90 hours Employability skills, field trips Practice Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) tests
  27. Computer Support SpecialistProgram CSS 100-trains students to become A+ Certified CSS 200-trains students to become Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist (MCTS) Internationally recognized credentials
  28. Comprehensive Student Support Services Individual Counseling Job Counseling / Job Placement Job Readiness Workshops Financial Aid Assistance Life Skills Workshops Vocational Counseling Volunteer Services / Recruitment Child Care and Health Referrals Extra Curricular Activities Student Government Fundraising for Scholarships
  29. Accountability Report Card: Accountability Plan Student Performance Report Card Pilot Performance Management Framework (PMF)
  30. Carlos Rosario International Public Charter School New Pilot PMF Informational Chart
  31. Alumna Karla Quintanilla
  32. Looking Ahead Developing New Facility: Approx. 50,000 SF in NE DC, near the Rhode Island Metro Station. Curriculum Upgrade: Aligning to DC region industry growth and student’s needs. New University Partnership: Provide seamless transition into dual language degree for Culinary Arts grads. Carlos Rosario Educational Foundation Sonia Gutierrez’s 40th Legacy Campaign Expansion and replication of the school’s model
  33. If you can imagine it, you can achieve it; if you can dream it, you can become it. - William Arthur Ward
  34. THANK YOU! Website: www.carlosrosario.org Facebook: www.facebook.com/CarlosRosarioSchool Twitter: @cr_school Sonia Gutierrez, President and Founder sgutierrez@carlosrosario.org Allison R. Kokkoros, Chief Academic Officer akokkoros@carlosrosario.org Ryan Monroe, Principal rmonroe@carlosrosario.org Patricio Sanchez, Director of Accountability psanchez@carlosrosario.org
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