One Student’s Take On What Really Matters In DC Public Schools

By Liane Scott, on August 22nd, 2014 via legacy.grassrootsdc.org

I asked DC Public School graduate Quintess Bond why she thought DCPS test scores were so low? She presents her thesis in the form of this documentary. In it, Quintess explores the theory that good schools need active parents, engaged students and a dedicated faculty and administrative staff.  I think she puts a bit too much emphasis on the role of the parents but that can be forgiven. After suffering a stroke and losing her job, Quintess’ mother struggled mightily just to keep her daughter clothed, housed and fed. In addition, she insisted that Quintess stay on top of her school work. As a result, Quintess graduated salutatorian from School Without Walls in 2012.  School Without Walls is one of the highest performing high schools in the DC public school system.

Not many parents have the strength and determination that Quintess’ mother Pearl has. If they did, we might not need to worry about the school system at all.  Quintess’ documentary explores the theory that

Next week, Anaise Aritide will present her take on why there are such large disparities in DC public schools.