CESAR CHAVEZ PCS FOR PUBLIC POLICY PARKSIDE MIDDLE SCHOOL

Cesar Chavez PCS for Public Policy Parkside Middle is a Title I public charter middle school that is part of the Cesar Chavez PCS for Public Policy school district, located in Washington, DC with about 257 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 15 teachers, Cesar Chavez PCS for Public Policy Parkside Middle has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Cesar Chavez Public Charter School for Public Policy (Parkside Middle) is a specialized educational institution located in the Parkside neighborhood of Washington, D.C. The school is part of a small network of charter schools that distinguishes itself by integrating a rigorous college-preparatory curriculum with a focus on public policy, advocacy, and civic engagement. By weaving community service and social responsibility into the fabric of their daily instruction, the school aims to empower students to become active, informed citizens who can effectively contribute to their local and global communities.

The Parkside Middle campus is designed to provide a supportive middle school environment that prepares students for the transition into the Chavez network’s high school program. In addition to core academic subjects, the school emphasizes the development of critical thinking, public speaking, and community leadership skills. Through a combination of traditional coursework and real-world policy projects, Chavez Middle strives to ensure that students not only meet academic benchmarks but also develop the confidence and voice necessary to advocate for issues they are passionate about.

For more information, contact Cesar Chavez PCS for Public Policy Parkside Middle at (202) 398-2230 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.