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Desert Storm memorial awaits funding before construction can begin (VIDEO: Gulf War)

Desert Storm memorial awaits funding before construction can begin (VIDEO: Gulf War)

by Amina Ismail & Xiaolan Tang | Aug 3, 2015 | Politics

WASHINGTON — With the the 25th anniversary of start of Operations Desert Shield and Desert Storm on Sunday, a memorial dedicated to those who served in the war still remains years away from becoming a reality. “Operation Desert Storm/Desert Shield is the largest...

Difficult decisions ahead for DC charter schools

by Amina Ismail & Xiaolan Tang | Aug 23, 2012 | Education

The new school year is right around the corner and the charter school system in Washington is ready to take on the area with more than 90 campuses. The schools may be taking over the District of Columbia, but there are still have many areas that need work. Kent Amos,...

Charter School ready to improve its community

by Amina Ismail & Xiaolan Tang | Aug 17, 2012 | Education

DC Scholars Public Charter School is one of the newest additions to the charter school system. The school is ready to impact one of the most-underserved communities in the District of Columbia — Wards 7 and 8. The administration wants to make sure that they become a...

DC Charter Schools: Interview with Executive Director Scott Pearson

by Amina Ismail & Xiaolan Tang | Aug 9, 2012 | Education

DC Public Charter Schools are making its presence known in the District with more than 90 campuses and they are ready to expand even more. Scott Pearson, Executive Director of the Charter School Board, speaks on the many accomplishments of the school system and some...

Tennis program ready for move that brings its students a safe place to play

by Amina Ismail & Xiaolan Tang | Aug 7, 2012 | Education, Sports

WASHINGTON — The Washington Tennis and Education Foundation has been part of its community for more than 50 years. In September, the club will have a new home in Washington’s Southeast neighborhood. With the move, the foundation will finally be closer to...
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