
Public Information
Cedar Tree Academy is committed to academic excellence for all students. We will build the foundation for all students in a safe learning environment designed to enhance social and emotional growth, cognitive and creative development while preparing students to become active independent learners. – No exception, No excuses!
- Student & Family Policies
- Discipline Policy
- Attendance Policy
- 25-26 School Calendar
- Student Handbook
- Grievance Procedures and Policies (including parent complaints)
- Non-Discrimination Policy
- FERPA Notice
- Policy to Prevent and Address Sex Abuse in Schools
- Inclement Weather Policy
Key School Staff
Executive Leadership
- LaTonya Henderson – Lhenderson@Cedartree-dc.org
- Celenease Edison – Cedison@Cedartree-dc.org
- Robinette Lewis – Rlewis@Cedartree-dc.org
- Usha Jayanthi – Ujayanthi@Cedartree-dc.org
- Regina Ray R- Ray@Cedartree-dc.org
Board of Director’s
- Carla Bailey, Chair ctaboard@cedartree-dc.org
- Hardian Hardaway, Vice Chair ctaboard@cedartree-dc.org
- Tanett Merritt, Treasurer ctaboard@cedartree-dc.org
- Sandy Allen, Secretary ctaboard@cedartree-dc.org
- Janiece Holbrook, Parent Member ctaboard@cedartree-dc.org
- Antwon Biddy Parent Member ctaboard@cedartree-dc.org
- Tyon Jones ctaboard@cedartree-dc.org
Title IX coordinator Robinette Lewis, Director of Operations
McKinney-Vento Homeless coordinator – Brittany Keith, School Counselor
Special Education coordinator – Regina Ray Director of Special Education
Safety Point of Contact for External Agencies – Rasheeka Cooper rcooper@cedartree-dc.org
Employee Policies
- Sexual harassment
- Equal opportunity
- Drug-free workplace
- Staff complaint resolution process
- Whistleblower
Public Information
- Current board roster
- Contact information for Board Chair and Board Co-Chair
- Carla Bailey, Chair ctboard@cedartree-dc.org Hardian Hardaway, Vice Chair ctboard@cedartree-dc.org
- Board meeting calendar
- Board meeting notices and agendas
- Board meeting minutes
- Board meeting records, including any recordings, transcripts
- Salary scales for teaching positions
- School budgets
- Form 990s
- Annual report
- Results of the school’s annual water testing for lead
- Student enrollment forms
Cedar Tree Academy DC Privacy Policy
Cedar Tree Academy greatly respects the privacy of users of this web site. The current privacy policy of this web site is as follows:
- You do not have to give us any personal information to visit this web site.
- We may collect and store statistics and other information about the online activities of our visitors on an aggregated, collective basis. But, in these instances, we do not obtain personally identifiable information about you. We may use aggregated information to operate and enhance our site and for marketing and promotional purposes.
- If you write in a comment, we ask that you provide your name, e-mail address, and area of interest, but no other information, unless you choose to do so. In some cases, we may use your personal information to provide information back to you.
- Cedar Tree Academy will not sell your personally identifiable information. Cedar Tree Academy may share the information, including your comments, with third parties to further the mission and purposes of Cedar Tree Academy. However, if you indicate that you would like your personal information or comments kept confidential, then we will do so. Text messaging opt-in data and consent will not be shared with any third party.
- By using this web site, you agree to the terms of this policy. If you do not agree with this policy, please do not access or use this web site. This policy is subject to change from time to time at Cedar Tree Academy’s discretion; the current policy will be posted here. Please re-check this link accordingly. Finally, please note that Cedar Tree Academy is not responsible for the content or privacy practices of other sites that may link to this site, or to which this site may link.
Student Recruitment Mobile Messaging Terms & Conditions
For families engaging with Cedar Tree Academy through the My School DC application process, Cedar Tree Academy may send you four text messages per month on average. For help, text HELP or contact enroll@CedarTree-dc.org. Text STOP to opt-out of text messages. Message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages.
Non-Discrimination Policy
Cedar Tree Academy is committed to providing a work environment that is free of discrimination. As an equal opportunity employer, Cedar Tree Academy complies with all applicable federal and DC anti-discrimination laws. Cedar Tree Academy does not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on any legally-recognized basis or protected class including, but not limited to, race, color, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, age, genetic information, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, marital status, pregnancy, familial responsibilities, personal appearance, source of income, veteran status, uniform service member status, or any other protected class under federal or DC law. This policy governs all aspects of employment at Cedar Tree Academy, including recruitment, hiring, placement, training, promotion, transfer, demotion, compensation, benefits, discipline, termination, and all other terms and conditions of employment.
To file a complaint of discrimination, write USDA, Director, Office of Civil Rights, 1400 Independence Avenue, S.W., Washington, D.C. 20250-9410 or call 866/632-9992 (voice). Individuals who are hearing impaired or have speech disabilities may contact USDA through the Federal Relay Service at 800/877-8339; or 800/845-6136 (Spanish). Students, parents and/or guardians having inquiries concerning Cedar Tree Academy compliance with Section 504, ADA, Title VI, Title IX, the Age Act, and/or D.C. Human Rights Act as they apply to students, employees or third parties or who wish to file a complaint regarding such compliance should contact:, General Counsel who has been designated by Cedar Tree Academy to coordinate its efforts to comply with the regulations implementing Section 504, ADA, Title VI, Title IX, the Age Act, and the D.C. Human Rights Act.
Health Schools Act – Lead Testing Results
Below are results posted in accordance with the Healthy Schools Act of 2010.
National School Lunch Program
Cedar Tree Academy is participating in the District of Columbia’s National School Breakfast, Lunch ,and Snack Program. The program follows USDA meal pattern requirements, rules and regulations. Please visit our meals page for more information.
