The U Street Neighborhood Association invites you to attend the final screening of the 2011 U Street Movie Series with:

WAITING FOR "SUPERMAN"

To be followed by an engaging panel discussion about the education of our city's children -- a pressing community issue.

Doors open at 12:00 pm (12:15-2:00 pm screening; 2:15-3:30 pm panel conversation), networking reception at Duffy's to follow at 2106 Vermont Ave. NW.

Moderated by:

-Jackie Gran: Chief Policy & Partnerships Officer for New Leaders for New Schools.

Confirmed panelists include:

-Kelly Young: Interim Chief, Office of Family and Public Engagement.

-Evelyn Boyd Simmons: ANC 2F Education Committee Chair, and parent of two Garrison Elementary students.

-Reuben Jacobson: Senior Associate for Research & Strategy for the Coalition for Community Schools, former DC Teaching Fellow, and DCPS parent.

-Patrick Mara: Ward 1 DC State Board of Education Representative.

-Robinette Breedlove: Principal, Meridian Charter School. 

-Kerry Sylvia: Teacher, Cardozo High School.

-Ann McLeod: Garrison Elementary PTA President, and parent. 

All proceeds from donations will go to HandsOn Greater DC Cares Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service this January and directly benefit our neighborhood schools. 

For over six years now, HandsOn Greater DC Cares has used this day as a vehicle to recognize Dr. King's leadership, legacy, and life through acts of service focusing on school and education based non-profit organizations and engaging youth in service. 

Suggested $5 cash donation to Greater DC Cares at the door. If you or your business would like to sponsor the event, levels are: Teacher: $50, Educator: $100 or more, Administrator: $250 or more, Principal: $500 or more. There are benefits to each level. Please contact Alice Speck for details. Checks can be mailed to "U Street Neighborhood Association" PO Box 73784 Washington, DC 20056-3784.

See you on Saturday, October 22! If you can't make it, follow the event on Twitter @educationustdc