Diving Deeper

Once you've done the basics to prepare for your role as an LSAT member, here are a few ways to dive deeper:

1. Read through the DCPS Budget webpage. Understanding how DCPS budgets work allows you to provide meaningful input within this very important aspect of the LSAT role.

2. Read through your school's full Comprehensive School Plan. If your principal has not already provided a copy or walked through the full CSP in an LSAT meeting, ask to see it and take some time to read through it.

3. Join your ward-specific education council. Every ward has its own volunteer-run ward-specific education council, and they are a great way to get looped in to existing advocacy efforts, or to connect with other schools to launch a new effort. The ward-specific education councils typically meet once per month, coordinate efforts among schools within their ward, and connect with the other ward-specific councils, as well as district-wide education groups, at meetings of the Coalition for DC Public School and Communities (C4DC). We encourage you to designate a member of your LSAT to attend your monthly ward-specific education council meetings and serve as a liaison between your school's LSAT and your ward's education council. You can find their meeting schedule and contact info on our Other Education Orgs page.

4. Reach out to your DCPS Community Action Team representative. Each school has a designated CAT rep -- you can find out who is assigned to support your school on the CAT webpage. Your CAT rep is a great resource for any questions or needs your LSAT has.