Rocketship Public Schools

Chaka Hajji, Director of Schools, has been a part of the Rocketship California team for over 9 years. She recently shared with us why she’s so passionate about Rocketship’s mission and ensuring all students have equal access to opportunity. Learn more:

As we look back on the incredible achievements of the 23-24 school year, we're filled with pride for our dedicated educators at Rocketship DC. Last month at our annual Cheers to Rocketeers event, five standout educators received awards recognizing their achievements. Let's honor those who went above and beyond to ensure our Rocketeers excelled: 🚀 DC Rocketeer of the Year: Jonathan Morris, Music Educator Mr. Morris is an exceptional music teacher who captivates students with his engaging lessons. Beyond the classroom, he supports the school community in numerous ways, from substitute coverage to running the school store. His professionalism and collaboration set a high standard, and he holds his teammates accountable to improve our community. 💜 Community Award: Arcadia Johnson, Science Educator Despite facing extreme adversity, Ms. Johnson has shown unwavering commitment to our community. She helped launch our inaugural science program at Legacy Prep, bringing joy and excitement to Rocketeers. Her deep connections with families and her dedication to the community inspire us all to show up for what’s best for kids every day. 🌱 Tenacity Award: Krysi Hermes, Integrated Special Education Specialist Ms. Hermes is relentless in pushing for success, always helping our school community track progress and providing guidance in new areas. She is a significant force in the growth of our students and works tirelessly to ensure staff is set up for success. Her extensive knowledge and confidence support everyone in the building. 💡 Innovation Award: Sheena McDuffie, Science Educator Ms. Sheena has taken the science program at Legacy Prep beyond expectations, making it a highlight for students and staff. Through her work with Out Teach and our Amplify curriculum, she has made science one of the most enjoyable parts of the school day. Students and staff love the engaging experiences she brings to science class. 🌟 Authenticity Award: Cindy Juarez, Math Educator Ms. Juarez has worked incredibly hard all school year to create a joyful, consistent, and excellent classroom environment that feels like a family. Her students can be their authentic selves, regardless of skill levels or needs, and she meets every student and family where they are. She models caring for the whole child while holding high expectations, ensuring students learn the skills needed to be their best selves. Every student’s success in her class is a product of her and her co-teachers' authentic love for this work and their belief that all students can achieve Congratulations to all our award winners and a heartfelt thank you to every educator at Rocketship DC. Your dedication and passion make a lasting difference in our students' lives. We look forward to continuing this journey of excellence together in the upcoming school year!

Rocketship Public Schools is hiring! I'm super excited about the Director of Finance, Grants Management role that just posted! Please spread the word and check out additional job openings across the network here: https://lnkd.in/gGD2a872

Congratulations Irum Pierce, M.Ed. and Antoinette Guyton, M.Ed.! We're so proud of your accomplishments and are lucky to have you on the Rocketship DC team. 🚀💜

See any familiar faces? We're so proud of our very own Angel McNeil-Wright! 🚀💜

Join our team! We're looking for dedicated individuals to join the Rocketship team for the 24-25 school year. Learn more about our roles and apply today: https://bit.ly/4bXvoqM

Join us in congratulating Athena on earning her Bachelor's in Management with a concentration in Public Administration! Athena has been an integral part of the Rocketship community for almost 10 years, making a profound impact on the lives of countless Rocketeers and their families in her role as an Individual Learning Specialist at Rocketship Fuerza Community Prep. Athena was able to achieve this milestone through our partnership with Rivet School, and we couldn’t be prouder of her dedication and hard work. 🎓✨ With her degree, Athena is excited to take the next step in her career by becoming a teacher at Rocketship Fuerza. We are thrilled to support her as she continues to inspire and educate our Rocketeers! Congratulations, Athena! We can’t wait to see the amazing things you'll accomplish as a teacher. 🚀💜

Are you someone who is a content expert in elementary math and is passionate about supporting school and regional leaders in curriculum implementation? I'm #hiring for an Associate Director of Mathematics on the national program team at Rocketship Public Schools!

#WisdomWednesday: "There's power in spaces. When you're in a space that's beautified, it says something about your dignity as a person" Jason Wright, President at Washington Commanders during the big dig at Rocketship Public Schools.

We love Ms. Patti! 🚀💜