Updates
STEM/Humanities Academic Enrichment [Registration Required]
Summer School (Middle School)Eligible students: Rising 7th – 9th grade studentsDates: June 26- July 31, 2024 Time: 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Site: Kelly Miller, MS, Kramer MS, MacFarland MS, Sousa MS, Stuart-Hobson MS STEM/Humanities Academic Enrichment is designed for students who have been promoted to the next grade but would like to cover content to reduce summer learning loss. Read more
Outdoor Pursuits [Registration Required]
Summer School (Middle School)Eligible students: Rising 6th – 8th grade students Dates: July 8 – July 26, 2024Time: 9:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. Sites: Columbia Heights EC, Kramer MS, Roosevelt HS Outdoor Pursuits is concentrated on involving children in hands-on learning outdoors provides them strong links to the natural world and encourages healthier lifestyles. Outdoor Pursuits will engage students in Read more
Career & Technical Education (CTE) Enrichment [Registration Required]
Summer School (Middle School)Eligible students: Rising 6th – 8th grade studentsDates: July 1 – July 19, 2024Time: 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.Sites: Ballou HS, Kelly Miller MS, Kramer MS, MacFarland MS, Sousa MS, Stuart-Hobson MS The DCPS Career and Technical Education Enrichment Program is a fun, exciting, and engaging summer program that provides DCPS students with an introduction Read more
Middle School English Learner Summer Academic Program (ELSAP)
Summer School (Middle School)Eligible students: Current 5th grade – 8th grade students who are newcomer Multilingual learners (MLs)Dates: June 26 – July 31, 2024Time: 8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.Sites: MacFarland MS, Stuart Hobson MS The English Learner Summer Academic Program (ELSAP) is a DCPS program specifically for Multilingual Learners (MLs) who are still developing their English proficiency. Language Read more
6th Grade Summer Bridge
Summer School (Middle School)Eligible Students: Current 5th graders attending middle school in the fall Dates: Varies by school Rising 6th graders and school staff will get to know each other while building their shared understanding of high school. Students will enjoy a variety of activities, such as team building games, scavenger hunts to get to know their new schools, excursions and Read more
Elementary Extended School Year (ESY)
Summer School (Elementary)Eligible students: Only current PreK – 5th grade students who have qualified for this program through their IEP. Dates: July 8 – August 1, 2024 This four-week program is limited to students who have been identified by the student’s IEP team. Students with IEP’s with ESY written into their services will be contacted by their schools later Read more
Elementary English Learner Summer Academic Program (ELSAP)
Summer School (Elementary)Eligible students: Current PreK4 – 4th grade students who are newcomer Multilingual learners (MLs)Dates: June 26 – July 31, 2024 Time: 8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.Sites: Kimball ES, Raymond ES, Seaton ES The English Learner Summer Academic Program (ELSAP) is a DCPS program specifically for Multilingual Learners (MLs) who are still developing their English proficiency. Language Read more
DCPS History Is Black History
FeaturedThis message was shared with DCPS families and staff on February 28, 2024. Dear DC Public Schools (DCPS) Community, February is a critical midway point in the school year: each day gets a little more sunlight, and importantly, it’s Black History Month. I recently attended Roosevelt High School’s “202 Day”—a celebration promoting student belonging, highlighting DC culture, and Read more
DC Public School Fiscal Year 2025 Budget
FeaturedThis message was shared with DCPS families and staff on February 16, 2024. Dear DC Public Schools (DCPS) Community, Over the last few years, DCPS’ steadfast commitment to equity, excellence in instruction, and educating the whole child has driven thoughtful, strategic investments that have resulted in important progress, including improved graduation rates, enrollment growth, and Read more
Celebrations Across the District
FeaturedThis message was shared with DCPS families and staff on February 5, 2024. Dear DC Public Schools (DCPS) Community, The commitment of our educators and staff is something I admire greatly. And what I have seen so far in 2024 is a testament to our district’s ability to come together with our families and community Read more
