DSTV Programming

DSTV - School Sketches

   •  Banneker Senior High School TRT: 1 min.
This School Sketch highlights the academic success of students at the city's only high school to have a Certified International Baccalaureate program. It was also named a Blue Ribbon school in 1991 and in 2007.

   •  Brookland Elementary School TRT: 1 min.
Technology is key at Brookland Elementary School where students are not only introduced to the Basics of navigating the web, but where advanced technology is being used to boost test scores in math and reading.

   •  Cardozo Senior High School TRT: 1 min.
Formerly the segregated Central High School, Cardozo is on the fast track when it comes to academies that offer students job skills and training they can put to use right out of high school, including successful academies in construction and design as well as transportation and aeronautics.

   •  Hearst Elementary School TRT: 1min.
Starting with a dynamic Pre-K curriculum, Hearst takes special pride in developing academic skills in its very young students. Inclusive public/private partnerships and a a small student/teacher ratio is helping them achieve "Adequate Yearly Progress."

   •  Oyster Elementary School TRT: 1 min.
As the city's only bilingual school, Oyster boasts unique programs and academic strategies that make it successful. A Blue Ribbon school, all classes are taught by teams in both English and Spanish.

   •  Shaw Middle School TRT: 1 min.
Historic Shaw Middle School continues to offer its students the kind of curriculum and after school activities that promote success. From a Gifted and Talented English Program to taking the teaching math and science skills out of the classroom, Shaw uses innovative and effective programs to educate students effectively. Shaw also boasts an award winning marching band.

   •  Thomson Elementary School TRT: 1 min.
Bucking a trend, enrollment is up at Thomson Elementary School. It could be the Chinese immersion classes taught to every student from pre-k through third grade, or the guitar classes taught by the principal that helps students stay engaged and focused. And the student body is as diverse as the curriculum.

TRT = Total Run Time, the length of a television program or movie.