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Pay Equity Funds for DC Early Childhood Educators

OSSE will distribute one-time payments to child development center teachers, assistant teachers, and home and expanded home providers and associate caregivers employed in licensed facilities in DC and working with children birth to age 5. Learn more.

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.

Apply Now! Three Scholarship & Grant Applications Open

OSSE announces three college scholarship & grants applications – the NEW DC Futures Program, the DC Tuition Assistance Grant (DCTAG), and the Mayor’s Scholars Undergraduate Program (Mayor’s Scholars).

2021 OSSE Annual Report: From Recovery to Restoration

Read the Office of the State Superintendent of Education’s 2021 Annual Report: From Recovery to Restoration.

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

We know families have a lot of questions as we start this new school year, and we want to help parents and families of students with disabilities get answers to their questions. Learn more.

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

Recovery Funding

The US Department of Education has awarded the Office of the State Superintendent of Education three federal grants for elementary and secondary schools to receive emergency funds. Learn 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

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Educator Credentialing and Certification

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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.

Learn About Transportation for Students with Disabilities

Contact the Student Transportation Parent Resource Center.

Apply for Scholarships & Grants

OSSE has three college scholarship & grants applications opening on Feb. 1, 2022 that expand...

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Aug 3 2022

Mayor Bowser Celebrates Back-to-School Month

Washington, DC – Today, Mayor Muriel Bowser encouraged students, families, and educators to attend...

Aug 2 2022

Mayor Bowser Invites Residents to Apply for Tuition and Scholarship Supports Through DCTAG, DC Futures, and Mayor’s Scholars Undergraduate Program Before August 19 Deadline

New DC Futures Program Provides Residents with Tuition and Financial Supports to Earn Degrees in...

Jul 27 2022

Mayor Bowser Encourages Families to Put Required Childhood Vaccinations on Their Back-to-School Lists

The Mayor encourages parents and caregivers to ensure that their children are up-to-date with their...

Jul 21 2022

OSSE Receives Approval from State Board of Education on New DC Every Student Succeeds Act Plan

The Office of the State Superintendent of Education (OSSE) announced today that it has received...

Jul 19 2022

OSSE Encourages Families to Receive Required Immunizations

Requirements for School Year 2022-23 include the COVID-19 vaccine for students age 12 and older....

Aug 5 2022

LEA Look Forward for Aug. 5-11, 2022

View the LEA Look Forward for Aug. 5-11, 2022. Recovery Supports

Jul 29 2022

LEA Look Forward for July 29-Aug. 4, 2022

View the LEA Look Forward for July 29-Aug. 4, 2022. Recovery Supports

Jul 26 2022

LEA Look Forward for July 21-28, 2022

View the LEA Look Forward for July 21-28, 2022. Recovery Supports

Jul 18 2022

LEA Look Forward for July 15-21, 2022

View the LEA Look Forward for July 15-21, 2022. Recovery Supports

Jul 8 2022

LEA Look Forward for July 8 -14, 2022

View the LEA Look Forward for July 8, 2022. Recovery Supports

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 Bill 22-131

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

Apr 7 2017

Testimony of Donna Anthony on the Health Literacy Council Establishment Act of 2017

Testimony of Donna Anthony Assistant Superintendent

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...

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Youth Mental Health First Aid for DC Educators

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Youth Mental Health First Aid USA is a public education program that introduces participants to the unique risk factors and warning signs of mental health problems in adolescents, builds understanding of the importance of early intervention, and teaches individuals how to help an adolescent in crisis or experiencing a mental health challenge.