DC PIRC has been working with parents and communities in Wards 1, 7 and 8 and on a Citywide basis over the last two years on parental involvement.  The DC PIRC works with 16 K-12 sites and seven pre-school sites and advocates for parental involvement at the state and local levels.  Key DC PIRC program components include the:

• Parents as Partners Program (PAP)
• Support for Education Professionals and Organizations
• School-Based Parent Centers
• Parent Workshops, Seminars, and Fairs
• Outreach
• District of Columbia Parent Education Expo (DC FEE)
• MCS website

MCS works closely with many Washington DC organizations, sharing knowledge and building consensus, to achieve the common goal of achieving equal opportunity and access for all Washington DC residents. In addition, funders support the activities of MCS's programs through grants and other donations.  MCS is thankful to its partners and funders for their continued support.  Learn More.

MCS assures the content and effectiveness of its programs by monitoring delivery of services, attendance of participants, depth of knowledge gained, and application of skills.  In partnership with the Capstone Institute of Howard University, the research and data collected through this program is being evaluated and analyzed to determine the project's feasibility and adaptability to other areas throughout the US.  The rigorous evaluation method employs a mixed method design and evaluation materials and procedures that are culturally responsive; with written materials in English and Spanish and trained bilingual, culturally competent DC PIRC evaluation staff.  Parent surveys measure parental involvement attitudes and related behaviors, ratings of parenting efficacy, and ratings of quality and usefulness of DC PIRC services and materials.  A key characteristic of the DC PIRC evaluation process is that it is participatory, ensuring that staff members and stakeholders involved in the program can work to overcome challenges and improve their work and strategies.  Learn More. 

MCS serves as a clearinghouse for diverse resources on parent and community engagement, teacher and school quality, special education and language access regulations, and out-of-school activities.  Learn More.