Commanders Pep Rally at Ballou High School
At DC Public Schools, we love our DCPS blue!!! But this weekend, we bleed burgundy and gold for the hometown team ❤️💛
Hail to the Washington Commanders!
Third Grade Swimming: A DCPS Cornerstone
Did You Know: As part of DCPS' health and physical education program, about 80% of our third graders learn how to swim? 🏊🏽♀️
Young DCPS scientists take experiments outdoors on the National Mall
"3-2-1 SCIENCE!"
Yesterday, 6th grade scientists🧑🏾🔬 from John R. Francis Education Campus conducted experiments and talked about rockets🚀 on the steps of the Lincoln Memorial. WUSA 9 was there to capture the fun!
Washington Capitals Host Hundreds of DCPS 5th Graders
In case you missed it on Allison Seymour TV's 'Get Uplifted' segment: the Washington Capitals are teaching hundreds of our 5th graders to ice skate ⛸️
We just might have the next Alex Ovechkin 🏒🏆
Thanks so much to Caps Youth Hockey Development for making this opportunity possible!
First Lady Dr. Jill Biden and Ms. Alysha Butler unveil a newly enhanced White House Tour
This week, McKinley Technology High School's own Ms. Alysha Butler (2019 National History Teacher of the Year) helped First Lady Dr. Jill Biden unveil a newly enhanced White House tour.
Gratitude Powers DC Party
At the Gratitude Powers DC event, the Innovation Team at
DC Office of the Chief Technology Officer celebrated outstanding DC educators and administrators who make a significant impact in our schools. #DCPSStrong 💪🏽
Doodlebug's Screening with Early Stages!
Have you met Doodlebug, DCPS' friend from Early Stages? Join Doodlebug on her journey as she gets a developmental screening with Early Stages. A developmental screening at Early Stages is FREE, and it's the first step in the special education evaluation process for our youngest learners. Learn more at earlystagesdc.org.
DC's Teacher of the Year Joins Chancellor Ferebee on Fox 5
Last week, Chancellor Ferebee and Ms. Jazzmyne Townsend joined Fox 5 DC's #DMVZone to talk about what it means to be named DC's Teacher of the Year.
Congratulations, Ms. Townsend! 🎉
Scuba Diving at DC Public Schools
"I am now a certified scuba diver for life!" -Keyshawn, H.D. Woodson High School
This year, 30 DCPS high school students will get their open water scuba 🤿 certifications, opening a world 🌎 of opportunities in underwater careers and adventures. Now in its second year, this unique experience is part of DCPS' Health and Physical Education program at four high schools: Ballou, Dunbar, H.D. Woodson, and Roosevelt.
Hardy Middle School goes Phone-Free and Sees Positive Results
For Hardy Middle School, no phones📱 during the school day 🟰 positive outcomes and increased student engagement🙋🏽. Check out this Today Show segment featuring the Hardy community sharing their thoughts on phone-free school days!
Magic Johnson visits Ida B. Wells Middle School and DC Scores Youth Soccer Program
On Friday, Ida B. Wells Middle School and DC SCORES had some very special visitors: Magic Johnson and Michele Kang, owners of the Washington Spirit! ⚽️ What an inspiring way to end the week!
And just like that, week 1⃣ of School Year 24-25 is in the books📚! Have a great weekend, enjoy the holiday, and we'll see you on Tuesday! #BacktoDCPS