Charles County, MD – Today, Phoenix International Incorporated kicks off National Charter Schools Week (May 8-14, 2022) celebrating the nearly 7,700 public charter schools and campuses across the nation and more than 30 schools here in Maryland – Phoenix International School of the Arts (PISOTA) being the first public charter school in Charles County.
National Charter Schools Week exists to celebrate charter schools, the high-quality and tuition-free public-schools that nearly 3.6 million students across America, and 25,000 students in Maryland, depend on for an excellent education. In recognition of our movement’s history and future, this year’s theme is National Charter Schools Week 2022: Charter Schools Rising.
“As we celebrate tremendous success in the charter school sector and 25,000 scholars here in Maryland, we are reflecting on our successes and spotlighting the scholars that will lead us into the next 30 years,” said Angelica Jackson, Chief Executive Officer of Phoenix International. “We are humbled by the remarkable work of public charter school educators and leaders in an unprecedented year for education.”
Throughout the week of National Charter Schools Week, Phoenix International School of the Arts and the National Alliance for Public Charter Schools will be celebrating in several ways.
May 9 – May 16: Donate to PISOTA’s Arts and Innovation Fund Campaign
We’re months closer to PISOTA’s opening and we need you! In our first celebration of National Charter Schools Week, we are asking 100 people to donate $1,000 to our Arts and Innovation Fund which supports the opening of Charles County’s first-ever public charter school. Join us as we celebrate school choice and high-quality public school options for families. Please donate what you can, start a fundraiser of your own on behalf of PISOTA, and share this celebration with your peers. We’re thrilled to be celebrating this year with you! Donate here: tinyurl.com/DonatePISOTA.
Monday, May 9: Join Us for PISOTA’s Official National Charter Schools Week Welcome on PISOTA’s Facebook Live at 6 PM EDT
Join PISOTA’s Community Growth and Events Manager (Community GEM) on our Facebook Page at 6 PM EDT for a warm welcome into National Charter Schools Week and a community Q & A.
Monday, May 9: Join Us in National Charter Schools Week Celebrations and Honoring Our Nation’s Changemakers
Celebrate the great work charter schools are doing in their communities with us online! Check the release of our Charter School Changemakers and join the conversation on social media using the hashtags #CharterSchoolsWeek and #CharterLove to share your experiences in the Charter School movement. These 10 individuals and their associated schools are making a difference in their communities and bringing innovation and creativity to solve problems, lift up voices, and serve their schools’ students and families.
Tuesday, May 10: Recognizing Our Champions
Follow us on social media as we honor Champions for Charter Schools on the state and federal levels who are fighting every day for charter school leaders, families, and communities. These dedicated lawmakers are making a difference for students by supporting high-quality charter schools and working to provide families with opportunities to choose a school that will meet their child’s needs.
Wednesday, May 11: Social Media Day of Advocacy
Follow us on social media as we amplify our voices to advocate for charter schools at the local, state, and federal levels. Use #BackOff to remind the U.S. Department of Education, Congress, and President Biden how you feel about your charter school and that their proposed regulations to the Charter Schools Program will stifle growth and opportunity for kids across America.
Thursday, May 12: Join us for our Celebration Webinar!
Join the National Alliance in celebrating our 2022 Changemakers and Champions for Charters. The event will feature interviews with several awardees. You can tune in on Zoom at 4:00 PM ET. Register today!
Friday, May 13: #CharterLove Spirit Day
National Charter Schools Week will conclude with our #CharterLove day to wrap up the week. Be sure to tag @pisota_ccps on Instagram and @charteralliance on social media with photos and videos of students, teachers, and charter school advocates showing love for these innovative public schools.
Monday, May 16: A Sweet Celebration – PISOTA Spirit Night at Sweet Frog in Waldorf, MD
Visit us at Sweet Frog at Waldorf Market Place (2954B Festival Way, Waldorf, MD) from 4 – 8 PM EDT on Monday, May 16th and meet members of the of PISOTA Crew, grab information about our upcoming open enrollment period, get your questions answered, get to know the team, and celebrate the contributions of public charter schools with a sweet treat from Sweet Frog.
