IMPORTANT NOTES:
*Application is competitive.
*Application deadline has been extended to August 17th, 2018. Early submissions highly encouraged!
*The EAP expects 80 spots, available for DCPS educators teaching 5th or 6th grade students only.
*Teachers should apply on behalf of their own classroom; interdisciplinary collaboration with other teachers is encouraged!
*Applications may NOT be submitted by one individual on behalf of another individual.
*Your participating class(es) should have a minimum of 20 students and must not exceed a maximum of 30 students.
*Contact jillian.flood@dc.gov with questions.
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Dear DCPS 5th and 6th Grade Educators,
The Embassy Adoption Program (EAP) is now accepting applications for the 2018-2019 School Year!

The EAP is an award-winning multicultural and intercultural enrichment program, designed for 5th and 6th grade students in the District of Columbia Public Schools (DCPS).  A partnership with Washington Performing Arts, the EAP uses the unique resources of embassies in Washington, DC to provide students with the opportunity to increase their knowledge and appreciation of the culture, government, arts, and geography of other nations.  To date, more than 50,000 youth have partnered with over 100 embassies representing countries ranging from Australia to Zimbabwe.  The program has received various accolades, including the DCPS Outstanding Social Studies Program Award and the US Department of Education Award for Outstanding International Education Program.

Please contact Jillian Flood, jillian.flood@dc.gov, Global Education Coordinator, with any questions or concerns, or to learn more about the program.  

EXTENDED APPLICATION DEADLINE :  Monday August 17, 2018