2020-21 Start of School Campaign

• 2020-21 Start of School Training Videos On-Demand (reminder)
• Start of School Checklists for LEA Leaders and LEA-Level Points of Contact Now Available (reminder)

Important Announcements

• Special Education Transportation Reminders in Preparation for Return to Service
• 2020-21 School Year Discipline Data Collection Guidance is Now Available
• School Health Compliance Reminders
• School Health and Safety Reopening Guidance Technical Assistance
• Complete Needs Assessment Survey for Special Education COP
• October is Growing Healthy Schools Month
• OSSE Seeks Outstanding Teachers! Apply to Join OSSE’s Teacher Advisory Council (reminder)
• Important Immunization Reminder and Requirements for In-Person Learning (reminder)
• DC Tuition Assistance Grant (DCTAG) 2020-21 Deadline Extended (reminder)

Professional Development, Leadership Opportunities & Events

• Upcoming Virtual PD Sessions for DC Educators
• Homeless Education Program Comprehensive Homeless Student Data/Qlik Sense Training
• Virtual Field Trips with the National Air & Space Museum
• WIDA eSummit for ALL Teachers of English Learners
• Human Trafficking Awareness and Mandated Reporter Training
• Fall Symposium: The Pediatric Provider's Role in School Attendance and Engagement (reminder)

Grants and Funding

• Fiscal Year 2021 DC Community Schools Incentive Initiative Grant Notice of Funding Availability (reminder)

Important Dates & Deadlines to Remember