Updates
At McKinley Middle School, a Renovated Cafeteria Space Takes Shape with Student Voice
FeaturedStudent council leaders made great consultants for the philanthropic project (Washington, DC) — Students at McKinley Middle School hardly recognized their newly renovated cafeteria space when school and district leaders unveiled it during a recent lunch period, despite playing an important role in the design of the “Gator Bites Cafe.” Members of the Student Government Association Read more
It’s All Adding Up
FeaturedMiddle School Students Participate in Google Math Competition (Washington, DC) — Students made every moment count at the second annual DC Public Schools (DCPS) Math Competition hosted by Google where eighty-four scholars represented 14 middle schools across all eight wards. DCPS Chancellor, Dr. Lewis D. Ferebee, shared his love of math with the students and offered Read more
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
Generation Teach (STEAM) Enrichment [Registration Required]
Summer School (Middle School)Eligible students: Rising 6th – 8th grade studentsDates: June 24- July 31, 2025 (Classes will not be in session on Fridays.)Time: 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Site: Eliot-Hine MS, Jefferson MS Generation Teach is an all-day summer program that places students in fun, small, hands-on classes where they engage in the STEAM curriculum (science, technology, engineering, arts, Read more
Summer Learning Original Credit
Summer School (High School)Eligibility: Rising 9th – Current 12th (Please see course eligibility and sites in the table below.)Dates: June 24 – July 31, 2025 (Classes will not be in session on Fridays.)Time: Summer learning classes start at 9:00 am. A student’s daily schedule will be based on whether the course is 1.0 credit or 0.5 credit. Families and students should Read more
Elementary Summer Acceleration Academy [Registration Required]
Summer School (Elementary)Eligible students: Current DCPS K-4th grade students Dates: June 30 – August 1, 2025; There is no programming July 4, 2025.Time: 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. This five-week, full-day program is a unique opportunity for elementary students to engage in hands-on, enriching academic instruction each morning and fun summer activities (games, crafts, and more) each afternoon. Read more
