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Best Teacher Gifts – as Decided by Teachers
We asked our teachers: What is the most memorable or best teacher gift you’ve ever received? Here is a little of what they had to say.
Read More >>When Times Are Tough, Give Thanks
In the midst of uncertainty, Destiny Middle School families gathered to celebrate its roots and its appreciation for their learning community. Together they stood united and strong during a time when the community was faced with adversity.
Read More >>The Need for Public School Choice for Teachers
Destiny Middle School 6th Grade English Language Arts and Literacy Enrichment teacher, Kayla Vickaryous, reflects on the importance of public school choice for teachers, parents and students.
Read More >>Green Dot Public Schools’ Approach to the Common Core
For too long, unaligned standards disguised educational inequity across schools, districts, and states. A common core of knowledge and skills ensures that all students are held to the same rigorous expectations; that all students are given the opportunity to achieve their true potential.
Read More >>September is Voter Registration Month
Green Dot’s Community Engagement Team works with schools to raise awareness of the democratic process during voter registration month.
Read More >>A School Cheer to Start the Year
For this year’s All Green Dot Day, we challenged our schools to create a school cheer to show their spirit, and to compete in a social media contest.
Read More >>Back-to-School Kick-Off with All Green Dot Day
Nobody does back-to-school quite like Green Dot Public Schools. At All Green Dot Day we come together for a day of celebration, recognition, mission focus, and personal development.
Read More >>Green Dot Washington Opens First Public Charter Middle School in Puget Sound
Guest writer, Bree Dusseault, Executive Director of Green Dot Public Schools Washington, introduces us to Destiny Charter Middle School.
Read More >>A Year-End Message from Marco Petruzzi – CEO of Green Dot Public Schools National
A year-end message from Green Dot Public School’s CEO. A few highlights from the past 12 months to thank our team members whose hard work, creative thinking and commitment to our organization have collectively made such a powerful and positive difference for our students and their communities.
Read More >>Launch Your Green Dot Career
We’re excited to announce that Green Dot Careers is live and ready for viewing by educators across the globe!
Read More >>The Third Annual Golden Dot Awards Nominees
We are proud to announce The Third Annual Golden Dot Awards! On Saturday evening, March 14th we’ll celebrate Green Dot educators and staff who are transforming the landscape of public education.
Read More >>The Core Values that Guide Us
Green Dot’s core values reflect the principles that direct the decisions we make.
Read More >>When Parents Make an Impact
Strong schools spring from strong communities. At Green Dot, just as we assert an unwavering belief in our students’ potential, so do we declare our deep trust in the potential parent impact. We believe in them, and invest in their future.
Read More >>The Power of Preparation
Green Dot uses a wide range of training methods to develop a team of highly effective teachers through the power of preparation
Read More >>Welcome to the Official Blog of Green Dot Public Schools
Marco Petruzzi, CEO of Green Dot Public Schools National, launches our official blog with a powerful statement about the ed reform movement, and the role of charter schools in transforming public education.
Read More >>Green Dot Public Schools – What’s in a Name?
The “Green Dot” in our name carries a meaningful connection to our founding 15 years ago, and it reminds of our dedication to the communities we serve.
Read More >>Teaching to Lead
Public school teachers play a profound and irreplaceable role in the lives of students. We provide opportunities for Green Dot teachers to lead.
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