Why We Created This Resource
All students benefit from having diverse and representative teachers in school, but not all schools are able to recruit a representative teaching staff. My Teacher DC is a resource designed to provide District residents with the information they should consider regarding teachers when choosing a school for their children.
Teachers play a vital role in the culture and environment of a school and more information should be considered when choosing a school. Very specific information regarding students is readily accessible on a school-by-school basis including their academic achievement and the services a school provides them. Unfortunately, not as much information is given regarding the teachers of these schools in general.
A school's ability to recruit and retain a diverse teaching staff can give you a more accurate depiction of the culture and environment of a school.