“Waiting for Superman” Screening and Panel Closes Out 2011 U Street Movie Series

The U Street Neighborhood Association’s Education Committee invites you to attend the final screening of the 2011 U Street Movie Series with Waiting for Superman on Saturday, October 22, 2011 from 12:00 pm to 3:30 pm at the Shaw @ Garnet-Patterson Jr. High School, 2001 10th Street, NW.  

As seating is limited, FREE registration is required to attend.

The screening of the movie will  be followed by an engaging panel discussion about the education of the District’s children, a pressing community issue.  Doors open at 12:00 pm (12:15-2:00 pm screening; 2:15-3:30 pm panel conversation).  A networking reception at Duffy’s Irish Pub and Restaurant, 2106 Vermont Avenue, will begin immediately after the conclusion of the panel discussion.

The panel discussion will be moderated by Jackie Gran and Education policy expert, and neighborhood resident. Confirmed panelists include:

• Jason Kamras: DCPS Chief of Human Capital, featured in the film, and neighborhood resident.
• Evelyn Boyd Simmons: ANC 2F Education Committee Chair, and parent of two Garrison Elementary students.
• Reuben Jacobson: Senior Associate for Research & Strategy for the Coalition for Community Schools, former DC Teaching Fellow, and DCPS parent.
• Patrick Mara: Ward 1 DC State Board of Education Representative.
• Robinette Breedlove: Principal, Meridian Charter School.
• Kerry Sylvia: Teacher, Cardozo High School.
• Ann McLeod: Garrison Elementary PTA President, and parent.

There is a suggested $5 cash donation at the door.

Donations can be made online via PayPal or by check mailed to “U Street Neighborhood Association” PO Box 73784 Washington, DC 20056-3784; please put “Waiting for Superman” in check Memo field.

All proceeds from donations will go to HandsOn Greater DC Cares Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service this January and directly benefit our neighborhood schools.  For over six years now, HandsOn Greater DC Cares has used this day as a vehicle to recognize Dr. King’s leadership, legacy, and life through acts of service focusing on school and education based non-profit organizations and engaging youth in service.

If you or your business would like to sponsor the event, levels are: Teacher: $50, Educator: $100 or more, Administrator: $250 or more, Principal: $500 or more. There are benefits to each level. Please contact Alice Speck for additional details.