Pictured l-r: Principal Allen Richardson, Renee Kube and Liz Collins of Children Incorporated, Dr. Rustin Lewis, DC Council Chair Phil Mendelson, CISNCAP Board Chair Margaret Vassilikos, Impact Awardees John and Ann Gardner.

 

What an incredible evening it was!

We sincerely thank DC Council Chairman Phil Mendelson for joining us and delivering such inspiring remarks. His presence truly elevated the event.

Congratulations to Michael Hager for winning the exciting raffle prize: the use of Suite 326 at Capital One Arena for the Washington Capitals game against the Columbus Blue Jackets—their final regular-season home game.

We also proudly celebrated our esteemed honorees:

• John and Ann Gardner – recipients of the Impact Award
• Allen Richardson –  Principal of the Year Award  
• Children Incorporated – Community Partner Award

Their contributions embody the spirit and mission of CISNCAP, and it is an honor to recognize their incredible efforts.

The impact of CISNCAP continues to grow, driven by the unwavering dedication of our community. Together, we are breaking down barriers for students and paving the way for their success. Last year, we proudly saw 100% of our 12th-grade students graduate—a milestone that speaks volumes about the power of collective action.