backtoschool

On Monday, September 3, the Bowser Administration announced that spray parks and select pools will stay open until Sunday, September 22.

As families begin the new school year, the Mayor encourages families to attend the 2nd Annual Afterschool in the City resource fair at Deanwood Community Center.

The Bowser Administration celebrated the first day of pre-K at newly modernized Garfield Elementary School in Ward 8, which recently underwent a $60.5 million renovation.

On Monday, August 26, thousands of students across all eight wards returned to classrooms to begin the 2024-25 school year.

Mayor Muriel Bowser encourages families to make sure they have a plan to get to and from school and school-related activities – every day, on time.

Mayor Muriel Bowser and the Office of the State Superintendent of Education (OSSE) released the results of the District’s statewide assessments in English language arts/literacy (ELA) and math.

Ahead of the new school year, Mayor Muriel Bowser is inviting families to a Back-to-School Day that will take place at the Fields at RFK.

The guide includes information on after school and out-of-school time programs, immunization requirements, transportation options and other resources.

Registration will open on Tuesday, August 13 for aquatics programs and Wednesday, August 16 for all other programs.

Summer Bridge allows students to explore new buildings, meet classmates, teachers, and staff and build important skills as they prepare for the year ahead.

As the new school year approaches, DC Health is urging families to ensure their children are up to date on all required immunizations to protect against preventable diseases.

The program provides cost-free pathways for District paraprofessionals and high school graduates to become certified teachers in DC's high-demand subject areas.

As families and educators of students with special needs prepare for the start of the 2024-25 school year, they should keep in mind the services and programs provided OSSE.