Posts by Lisa Runge — Contributor
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DCPS unveils new, improved report cards
New DCPS report cards should be easier for parents to understand, but they may overwhelm parents with information while omitting suggestions that could be helpful. Keep reading…
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Why we opted out of public school (for now)
I’m an all-around believer in the public school system. Yet this fall I opted to send my son to a private school in Maryland. We failed at the charter school lottery, and our neighborhood school isn’t a good fit. And ultimately, my decision was made easier by the fact that next year, we can think it all over again. Keep reading…
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School uniforms don’t have to cost so much
Wearing a uniform was once the mark of private school attendance. Now public and charter school students are suiting up as well. But do the uniforms have to be so expensive? Keep reading…