Posts in Category: Parent University

Town Hall: Creating Safe School Environments
Parent UniversityOn October 20, DC Public Schools held a tele-town hall to share how asymptomatic and symptomatic testing is available for students at school. Presenters: Dr. Lewis D. Ferebee, ChancellorCinthia Ruiz, OperationsJessica Sticklor-Lipson, Facilities Download the Presentation

Town Hall: DCPS Covid-19 At-School Testing
Parent UniversityOn October 6, DC Public Schools held a tele-town hall to share how asymptomatic and symptomatic testing is available for students at school. The next tele-town hall is on Wednesday, October 20 at 5:00 p.m. We will cover important information about COVID-19 testing in our schools. You can RSVP here. Presenters: Dr. Lewis D. Ferebee, Read more

Town Hall: DCPS Covid-19 Case Response Protocols
Parent UniversityOn September 29, DC Public Schools held a tele-town hall to share what happens when someone tests positive for COVID-19 while in our school buildings. Our policies are based on DC Health and CDC guidance on how to respond, including next steps on enhanced cleaning, what information is shared publicly and how your child will Read more

Parent University: Mentally Preparing Myself and My Child for the New School Year
Parent UniversityOn August 19, DC Public Schools staff from the School Mental Health team shared information and resources to help parents and their students prepare for the new school year. Presenters: Kenya Coleman, Senior DirectorDouglas Gotel, DirectorNigel Jackson, DirectorCarla Hall, School Mental Health Expansion Manager Download the Presentation

Parent University: Supporting Our Students by Accelerating Learning In and Out of the Classroom
Parent UniversityOn August 17, DC Public Schools staff from the Office of Teaching and Learning shared information and resources to get your child on track this school year. Presenters: Corie Colgan, Chief, Teaching and Learning Jennifer Rosenbaum, Deputy Chief, Acceleration Download the Presentation

Parent University: Getting My Child Ready for School This Year
Parent UniversityEsta información está disponible en español a continuación. Have questions about the start of in-person learning? On August 10, DC Public Schools leaders shared more about what to expect this school year as students return to the classroom for in-person learning every day. Presenters: Dr. Lewis D. Ferebee, Chancellor Patrick Davis, Chief, Operations Dr. Bren Read more

Getting Ready for Pre-K: Tips for a Smooth Transition into School!
Parent UniversityEsta información está disponible en español a continuación. Starting Pre-K at DC Public Schools? Watch this event from August 5 to learn more about the Pre-K day and how you can help prepare your little one for a smooth transition into school! Preparándose para Pre-Kínder : consejos para una transición fácil a la escuela

Caring for Our Youngest Learners: Reopening Our Pre-K Classrooms
Parent UniversityOn July 22, members of the Early Childhood Office shared updates for Pre-K families for School Year 2021-22.

A Parent’s Guide to Section 504 Supports for Students with Disabilities
Parent UniversityLearn more about section 504 supports for students with disabilities.

How to Use the Aspen Parent Portal
Parent UniversityLearn more about how to use the Aspen Parent Portal.

Bullying Prevention 101 for Parents and Families
Parent UniversityLearn more about bullying prevention.

Supporting Students To and Through College
Parent UniversityLearn more about how to support students through and to college in this series of videos.

High School Grading, Graduation and Supports
Parent UniversityLearn more about graduation requirements this school year.

What Will Attendance Look Like for SY20-21?
Parent UniversityLearn more about attendance policies this school year.

Experience Restorative Practices with Your Family
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Guía para familias inmigrantes de colaborar con maestros de PK
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Navigating the IEP (Individualized Education Program) Process This Year
Parent UniversityLearn more about special education services and learning at home. Aprenda a navegar el proceso del IEP (Programa de educación individualizada) este año

Helping our Children Respond to Trauma as We Return to Learning
Parent UniversityLearn more about student supports and learning at home. Ayudar a Nuestros Hijos a Responder al Trauma – Universidad Para Padres (Parent University)

El Aprendizaje En Casa – Parent University (Universidad para Padres)
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Supporting My Early Childhood Education Student This Fall
Parent UniversityRead more about learning at home for Pre-K students at DCPS.

What Can I Expect From DCPS’ Specialized Instruction During Learning At Home
Parent UniversityLearn more about special education services and learning at home at DCPS.

Accessing Learning Online – Canvas 101 for Families
Parent UniversityLearn more about technology supports and learning at home at DCPS.
