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Office of the State Superintendent of Education

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Coronavirus (COVID-19) Updates

For resources and information about the District of Columbia Government’s coronavirus (COVID-19) response and recovery efforts, please visit coronavirus.dc.gov.

COVID-19 OSSE Guidance Documents

As part of the District’s response to coronavirus (COVID-19), OSSE has modified, updated and re-circulated certain policies related to school closures for LEAs and schools, child care providers and families. Read more.

Immunization Policy for In-Person Attendance

Now more than ever, it's important that your child received their immunizations on time. Learn more to guarantee your students are ready for the school year. #StayonTrack

Special Education Resource Hub: What Families & Students Need to Know this Year

OSSE cares about and is committed to every student in DC, especially students with disabilities. We want to help parents and families of students with disabilities get answers to their questions. Learn more.

Guiding Principles for Continuous Education

Providing curated resources with guidance addressing how to provide students low-tech and high-tech supports across different content areas. Learn more.

Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act

On March 27, 2020, the CARES Act was signed into law & provides funding & flexibilities to prevent, prepare for & respond to coronavirus (COVID-19). Read more info on OSSE's CARES funding.

DC Kids and Teens Eat Free

Youth 18 and under have access to grab and go meals at more than 80 sites across the city. No application or ID required. Learn more.

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Upcoming Events

Feb 10 2021 - 10:30

Homeless Education Program MKV Monthly Dialogue Schedule (January-May 2021)

Feb 11 2021 - 13:00

2020-21 Community Schools Community of Practice

Mar 10 2021 - 10:30

Homeless Education Program MKV Monthly Dialogue Schedule (January-May 2021)

Latest

Jan 14 2021

Bowser Administration Announces New Education Research Practice Partnership with Urban Institute

Independent, non-governmental entities were invited to submit proposals no later than Feb. 10, 2020...

Dec 21 2020

Mayor Bowser Announces $10 Million in Grants to Support Public Charter School Reopening Efforts

Grant Program Will Advance Much-Needed Return to In-Person Instruction, Contribute to Equitable...

Dec 18 2020

Mayor Bowser Announces Additional $2.8 Million in Financial Supports for the District’s Child Care Sector

District Launches Emergency Grants for Providers and Increases Subsidy Payment Amounts

Dec 3 2020

Bowser Administration Announces Graduation Rates and Release of 2020 DC School Report Card

City’s schools see 3 percent increase in graduation rate for 2019-20 school year.

Nov 9 2020

Office of the State Superintendent of Education Announces Criteria and Participants for School Year 2020-21 Free and Reduced Priced Meals

Schools participating in the NSLP and SMP, a letter or notice and family application forms are...

Jan 22 2021

LEA Look Forward for Jan. 22-28, 2021

Join the Technical Writing Committee, Environmental Education Grant, PAEMST Award Nomination...and...

Jan 15 2021

LEA Look Forward for Jan. 15-21, 2021

DC to Receive More Than $170 Million in Stimulus Relief for K-12 Education, Outstanding Teacher...

Jan 8 2021

LEA Look Forward for Jan. 8-14, 2021

Happy New Year, Join the Technical Writing Committee, ECIS V2.0 Monthly Technical Support Sessions...

Dec 31 2020

LEA Look Forward for Dec. 31, 2020-Jan. 7, 2021

Wishing You and Your Family a Happy New Year!

Dec 24 2020

LEA Look Forward for Dec. 24-30, 2020

Happy Holidays, Graduation Requirements Flexibility, LEA COVID-19 Nonpublic School Reminders...and...

Oct 10 2018

Testimony of Shavonne Gibson on Bill 22-0781 and Bill 22-0512

OSSE’s role in the state of literacy efforts in the District of Columbia.

Jul 16 2018

Testimony of Hanseul Kang on B22-776

B22-776 – the “District of Columbia Education Research Advisory Board and Collaborative...

Jun 20 2018

Testimony of Hanseul Kang Superintendent on Graduation Rate Accountability

Testimony of Superintendent Hanseul Kang, Office of the State Superintendent of Education before...

Apr 7 2017

Testimony of Hanseul Kang State Superintendent on Early Learning

Public Hearing on: B22-26, Early Learning Equity in Funding Amendment Act of 2017 B22-50, Child...

Apr 7 2017

Testimony of Hanseul Kang State Superintendent on Bill 22-131

Public Hearing on: Bill 22-131 - “Education Professional Development Contracting Authority...

Mar 12 2020

FFY 2020 Draft State Grant Application under Part B of the IDEA Open for Public Comment

This application must be posted for 60 calendar days and open for public comment for 30 days within...

Feb 25 2020

FFY 2020 Draft State Grant Application under Part C of the IDEA Open for Public Comment

IDEA Part C will be posted for 60 days on the OSSE website beginning Tuesday, Feb. 25, 2020 and...

Mar 8 2019

OSSE Releases Notice of Funding Availability for High-Quality Pre-K Programs

Application Release Date: Monday, March 18, 2019

Nov 15 2018

Inclement Weather Notification for Thursday, Nov. 15, 2018

DC Public Schools are open on time on Thursday, Nov. 15, 2018. Code Yellow – Open with...

Nov 6 2018

Coming Together to Build and Sustain an Effective Teacher Workforce in DC: Lessons from the DC Staffing Data Collaborative

May 23 2018

OSSE Statement on Duke Ellington School of the Arts Administrative Process

Today, OSSE issued the following statement regarding administration process for Duke Ellington...

Mar 6 2018

Ensuring Residency Integrity in DC Schools

Dear DC Community, I know that the integrity of the residency of students enrolled in DC schools...

Dec 4 2017

News: OSSE Statement on Selection of Firm Alvarez and Marsal

Contact: Patience Peabody, [email protected], 202-702-3234 (cell) December 4, 2017 (...

Aug 18 2017

OSSE Submits Revised ESSA State Plan to US Department of Education

The US Department of Education provided feedback to OSSE regarding the DC State Plan under the...

Aug 17 2017

District of Columbia Students Make Gains on PARCC Assessment for Second Consecutive Year

Scores from 2016-17 school year administration show improvement across almost all grades, subjects...

Office of the State Superintendent of Education

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Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m.

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1050 First Street, NE, Washington, DC 20002
Phone: (202) 727-6436
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Homeless Education Program MKV Monthly Dialogue Schedule (January-May 2021)

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The Office of the State Superintendent of Education’s (OSSE) Homeless Education Program has invited subject matter experts to present on a variety of topics that impact students and families experiencing homelessness. These one-hour monthly webinars are available to LEA/school-based employees, homeless liaisons and community partners. Presentations typically take place on the second Wednesday of each month, through May 2021, from 10:30-11:30 a.m.