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Read-Along is a Home Run
FeaturedNationals player shares the magic of books with Amidon-Bowen students (Washington, DC) — A surprise visit and read-along from Washington Nationals reserve catcher Riley Adams demonstrated to third-grade students at Amidon-Bowen Elementary School that reading is fundamental. The book, “Just Like Josh Gibson,” gave students some insight into a legend of baseball and a piece Read more
DCPS Class of 2025 Celebrated for Commitment to Post-Secondary Education
Featured(Washington, DC) — DC Public Schools (DCPS) students were among the almost 3,000 in attendance for the DC College Access Program’s (DC CAP) annual College Signing Day. The event, which took place at the Capital One Arena, celebrates DC high school seniors’ commitment to post-secondary education as they look to pursue a two- or four-year Read more
“Pretty, But Also Powerful” Female student artist shines at DC Public Schools
FeaturedSenior at Calvin Coolidge High School Impacting the District through Her Art (Washington, DC) — When Calvin Coolidge High School Senior Tania Salmeron’s artwork was selected for former Vice President Kamala Harris’ holiday card this past December, the young artist saw the opportunity as another way to use her talents to celebrate and uplift her Read more
DC Public Schools Celebrates Black History Month
FeaturedArt showcases, a journey through time, and a surprise visit from one of DC’s most influential figures. DC Public Schools students and staff participated in an array of events this February in celebration of Black History Month, engaging their communities to highlight the contributions and achievements of African Americans throughout history. Watkins Elementary School: Agent Read more
Ketcham ES presented with custom jersey, game tickets from the Washington Nationals
FeaturedTeam celebrated school’s involvement in Grand Slam Schools initiative, which encourages learning through baseball-themed curriculum. (Washington, DC) — Washington Nationals staff and mascot Screech surprised students and staff at Ketcham Elementary School during a celebration of the DC Public Schools (DCPS) Grand Slam Schools partnership. Ketcham scholars and staff received baseball hats displaying the Grand Read more
Ready for Another #DCPSStrong Year!
FeaturedThis message was shared with DCPS families and staff on August 23, 2024. Dear DC Public Schools (DCPS) Community, The first day of school has always been special for me—whether it was when I was a student, teacher, or principal—being part of that moment when scholars walk into a new classroom is a treasured experience. Read more
A DCPS Midsummer Update
FeaturedThis message was shared with DCPS families and staff on July 31, 2024. Dear DC Public Schools (DCPS) Community, Summertime holds some of my most treasured childhood memories. It was the season during which I played basketball until dusk and kept up on my summer reading and learning—thanks to the encouragement of my parents, two lifelong educators. Read more
It’s See You Later, Not Good-Bye from DCPS
FeaturedThis message was shared with DCPS families and staff on June 17, 2024. Dear DC Public Schools (DCPS) Community, As we conclude School Year 2023-2024, I am reflecting on the many special moments from this past year that I shared with students, educators, and families. For some in our DC Public Schools (DCPS) community, this Read more
Celebrating Years of Service at DCPS
ArticlesPlease join us in celebrating our School Year 2023-2024 retiring educators and staff as they embark on the next chapter of their lives. We are profoundly grateful that they have contributed so much of their lives to the story of DC Public Schools. They leave with us a legacy of excellence and we wish them Read more
DCPS Principals Selected as Cahn Distinguished Principal Fellows
ArticlesThe prestigious Cahn Fellowship has selected four (4) DCPS Principals to serve as Distinguished Principal Fellows during School Year 2024-2025. Since 2002, Cahn has been providing advanced leadership development and recognition to talented school leaders in large metropolitan areas to improve education. DCPS was asked to join the Cahn network this year for its commitment Read more
