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Alejandro Diasgranados struggled to get through to his kids when he became a teacher at Aiton Elementary in Northeast DC in 2015.
News & Politics

A Heartwrenching Story About Why Teachers Are Leaving DC in Droves

Only in their mid-twenties, Mr. Dias and Mr. Dorsey were Aiton Elementary’s senior teachers and created two of its highest-achieving classrooms despite significant challenges. But success came with personal sacrifice, and soon one decided to quit.
DC Public Schools, Education, Michelle Rhee, Northeast DC
November 4, 2018
What to Do, Where to Shop, and Where to Eat in Bethesda
Things to Do

What to Do, Where to Shop, and Where to Eat in Bethesda

Bars, Bethesda, Drinks, Neighborhood Guide
October 4, 2016
18 Things to Do in DC in October 2016
Things to Do

18 Things to Do in DC in October 2016

You don't want to miss W. Kamau Belll, The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time, or the F. Scott Fitzgerald Literary Festival. Events in October 2017 coming soon!
Things to Do in DC
September 30, 2016
20 Things to Do in DC This September
Things to Do

20 Things to Do in DC This September

H Street Festival, National Museum of African American History and Culture, Washington Ballet
August 30, 2016
Park Ranger speaking to tourists
News & Politics

Here’s What Not to Ask America’s Rangers as They Celebrate the National Park Service’s Centennial

"Are the sunsets pretty? Is the scenic drive scenic?"
National Park Service
August 25, 2016
Presidential Campaigns Have Always Been Absurd
Things to Do

Presidential Campaigns Have Always Been Absurd

An exhibit of candidates' flags at the GW Textile Museum proves it.
Elections, George Washington University, History, Textiles
August 25, 2016
This DC Art Gallery Is Using Punk Rock to Grow Plants
Things to Do

This DC Art Gallery Is Using Punk Rock to Grow Plants

Wheatgrass, so hardcore.
Music, Punk rock, wheatgrass
August 22, 2016
Angry Reviews of DC Landmarks: the Smithsonian Institution
News & Politics

Angry Reviews of DC Landmarks: the Smithsonian Institution

"Reminded me of being at Pottery Barn."
Angry Reviews, Evolution, Hirshhorn Museum, National Air and Space Museum
August 22, 2016
DC Gyms Hope The Olympics Will Inspire People To Work Out More
Health

DC Gyms Hope The Olympics Will Inspire People To Work Out More

Ripped athletes on TV = motivation to hit the treadmill?
DC Gyms, Fitness, Health & Fitness, Olympics
August 12, 2016
If the Washington Metro Area Was Its Own Country, It Would Rank 4th in Gold Medals
News & Politics

If the Washington Metro Area Was Its Own Country, It Would Rank 4th in Gold Medals

With 10 gold medals, 3 silvers, and 1 bronze, the DC area surpasses most countries.
Katie Ledecky, Michael Phelps, Olympics, Rio de Janeiro
August 12, 2016
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