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2022-23 School Year Resources

Find key resources, guidance and important dates for the 2022-23 school year.

Social Studies Standards

Provide public comment on the draft social studies standards.

Menstrual Health Education Standards

New menstrual health education standards for all students regardless of gender. View the draft and share your feedback by Feb. 20, 2023

DOT Hiring Fair

Are you a qualified candidate who wants to make a difference in the lives of special needs students in the District of Columbia? Get on board with us! Register today for the OSSE-DOT Hiring Fair.

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.

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Recovery & Restoration

Learn more about OSSE's management of federal stimulus funds.

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

Featured Services

Apply for Scholarships & Grants

OSSE has three college scholarship & grants applications opening on Feb. 1, 2023 that...

Educator Credentialing and Certification

Get or Renew My Educator Credential

Apply for or renew your DC educator credential.

Learn About Transportation for Students with Disabilities

Contact the Student Transportation Parent Resource Center.

Licensing Process for Child Care Providers

Proceso de concesión de licencias para proveedores de cuidado infantil

Get help applying for a child development facility license.

Find DC Schools

Go to My School DC to research school options and enter the DC schools lottery.

Find Child Care Options

Browse on My Child Care DC to search for child development facilities.

Upcoming Events

Feb 8 2023 - 10:30

Homeless Education Program MKV Monthly Dialogue Schedule SY22-23

Mar 8 2023 - 10:30

Homeless Education Program MKV Monthly Dialogue Schedule SY22-23

Apr 12 2023 - 10:30

Homeless Education Program MKV Monthly Dialogue Schedule SY22-23

Latest

Jan 31 2023

OSSE Hosts Job Fair Feb. 16-17 to Hire Bus Drivers and Attendants and Other Key Positions

The Office of the State Superintendent of Education Division of Student Transportation (OSSE DOT)...

Jan 25 2023

Jermar ‘Coach’ Rountree, DC’s 2023 Teacher of the Year, Named a Finalist for National Teacher of the Year Award

Center City Public Charter School educator is one of five in the running for the nation’s top...

Jan 24 2023

OSSE Reminds Families of My School DC Lottery Deadlines for 2023-24 School Year

Washington, DC (Jan. 24, 2023) – The Office of the State Superintendent of Education (OSSE) today...

Dec 27 2022

Mayor Bowser Encourages College-Bound Residents to Apply for Scholarships Offered Through the DC Futures Program

Applications for spring/summer 2023 are open through January 6.

Dec 20 2022

OSSE Announces 2022 Graduation Rates

Schools in the District saw a 2% increase in graduation rate for the 2021-22 school year. (...

Jan 27 2023

LEA Look Forward for Jan. 27, 2023

View the LEA Look Forward for Jan. 27, 2023. Health & Safety

Jan 20 2023

LEA Look Forward for Jan. 20, 2022

View the LEA Look Forward for Jan. 20, 2022. Health & Safety

Jan 13 2023

LEA Look Forward for Jan. 13, 2022

View the LEA Look Forward for Jan. 13, 2022. Health & Safety

Jan 6 2023

LEA Look Forward for Jan. 6, 2023

View the LEA Look Forward for Jan. 6, 2023. Health & Safety

Dec 30 2022

LEA Look Forward for Dec. 30, 2022

View the LEA Look Forward for Dec. 30, 2022. Health & Safety

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 Donna Anthony on the Health Literacy Council Establishment Act of 2017

Testimony of Donna Anthony Assistant Superintendent

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...

Mar 18 2022

FFY 22 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...

Mar 8 2022

FFY 2021 Draft State Grant Application under Part C of the IDEA Open for Public Comment

To receive a grant award under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act Part C (IDEA Part C...

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...

Jan 27 2022

District Seeks Applications for Sponsors of the Summer Food Service Program

The District of Columbia Office of the State Superintendent of Education (OSSE) announces the...

Office of the State Superintendent of Education

Office Hours
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
TTY: 711
Email: [email protected]

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OSSE’S Virtual Adult College and Credentials Fair

Last Date:

Join OSSE’s Division of Postsecondary and Career Education for the 2022 Virtual Adult College and Credentials Fair. The fair is open to all adults age 18 and older who are interested in going to college or earning a postsecondary credential. The event will provide opportunities for attendees to explore college and career interests, discover adult-friendly postsecondary options, and find ways to pay for their education. The fair will also include resources specifically targeted to early childhood educators who need to earn their associate degree.