From the Chancellor

We’re Making Enrollment History—Thank You for Choosing DCPS!

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This message was shared with DCPS families and staff on November 13, 2023. Dear DC Public Schools Community, School Year 2023-2024 is already proving to be quite a comeback year for DC Public Schools (DCPS). From cultivating the next generation of math champions to celebrating our beloved educators, we are uniting as a District to ensure our students Read more

Honoring Our Principals—This Month and Beyond

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This message was shared with DCPS families and staff on October 25, 2023. Dear DC Public Schools Community, In education, October is a month to celebrate so many special things. One that really stands out to me is the opportunity to recognize our school principals. Happy National Principals Month to our fearless DC Public Schools (DCPS) leaders Read more

First Month Down – We’re Just Getting Started!

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This message was shared with DCPS families and staff on September 28, 2023. Dear DC Public Schools (DCPS) Community, As we wrap up the first month of School Year 2023-2024, I want to thank our staff, families, and community partners forall your support ensuring our students started the year #DCPSStrong. September marks Attendance Awareness Month, Read more

Starting School Year 2023-2024 Strong!

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This message was shared with DCPS families and staff on September 13, 2023. Dear DCPS Community,  What a time to be a part of the DC Public Schools (DCPS) family! The first few weeks of School Year 2023-2024 have seen celebrations across the district, indicating an incredible journey ahead. Even before welcoming students on day one, I Read more

DCPS Back to School: Progress, Plans, and Exciting Initiatives for 2023-2024

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This message was shared with DCPS families and staff on August 16, 2023. Dear DCPS Community,   Back-to-School season is upon us! Whether your family is squeezing in more travel, relaxing after summer enrichment, or already preparing for the upcoming school year, I hope you all have been staying cool, and that this time is bringing Read more

Another Year of Learning in the Books!

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This message was shared with DCPS families and staff on June 22, 2023. Dear DCPS Community,  Today marks the end of School Year 2022-2023 for DC Public Schools (DCPS)! Across our schools, I’ve seen students partake in camping trips, field days, musicals, promotion ceremonies, and so many traditions that round out another year of joyful learning.   It has Read more

DCPS Celebrates Pride 🌈

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This message was shared with DCPS families and staff on June 9, 2023. Dear DCPS Community,  Happy Pride Month! Every June, LGBTQ+ staff, students, families, and allies come together to celebrate the rich contributions of a diverse community. Please join me for the 48th Capital Pride parade this Saturday — we’ll gather at Ross Elementary School Read more

Celebrating Teachers, Partners, & Mental Health Awareness Month

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This message was shared with DCPS families and staff on May 24, 2023. Dear DCPS Community,  May is always an exciting time for DC Public Schools (DCPS). Earlier this month, we celebrated Teacher Appreciation Week to honor the best educators in the country.  At DCPS, teachers are integral members of their school communities, serving as the Read more

Celebrating Principals, DC Decision Day, and More!

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This message was shared with DCPS families and staff on May 5, 2023. Dear DCPS Community,  On Monday, we celebrated our incredible school leaders for School Principals’ Day! DC Public Schools’ (DCPS) principals wear many different hats, and our students, staff, and families help make sure that none of them go unnoticed.    DCPS principals are Read more

Important Lessons for Future Careers

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When you were in high school, how did you prepare for a potential career? Were you able to shadow a Michelin-starred chef? Did you have a paid internship at an engineering firm? Or graduate with an industry-recognized certificate?