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2022 Annual Report

Together, we accomplished so much for DC students in 2022, and we are proud to share a snapshot of that work.

Daily DOT Updates

OSSE-DOT Daily Routing Updates.

OSSE Strategic Plan 2023-25

Seven strategic priorities will drive progress towards achieving our vision over the next three years. Learn more here.

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Recovery & Restoration Investments

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

2022-23 School Year Resources

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

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

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.

Featured Services

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.

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.

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Find Child Care Options

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May 25 2023

District Announces New Menstrual Health Education Standards for DC Public and Charter Schools

DC is the first jurisdiction in the nation to establish specific, statewide menstrual health...

May 24 2023

OSSE Hosts Over 200 Educators at the 2023 DC Literacy Convening

Today, the Office of the State Superintendent of Education (OSSE) hosted more than 200 DC public,...

May 4 2023

OSSE Honors DC’s Top Teachers at the 2023 Gold Standard of Excellence Educator Awards

Today, the Office of the State Superintendent of Education (OSSE) hosted its Seventh Annual DC...

Apr 25 2023

200 Schools to Open Doors to Enroll and Re-enroll Students for Enrollment Saturday on April 29

Two hundred DC Public Schools and DC public charter schools will open their doors on Saturday,...

Apr 5 2023

Mayor Bowser Announces New Investments in Training Programs for Educators to Improve Student Literacy Outcomes

New Investments Will Support Additional Literacy Trainings Through LETRS Program and Launch of a...

May 26 2023

LEA Look Forward for May 26, 2023

View the LEA Look Forward for May 26, 2023.

May 19 2023

LEA Look Forward for May 19, 2023

View the LEA Look Forward for May 19, 2023.

May 12 2023

LEA Look Forward for May 12, 2023

View the LEA Look Forward for May 12, 2023.

May 5 2023

LEA Look Forward for May 5, 2023

View the LEA Look Forward for May 5, 2023. Important Announcements

Apr 28 2023

LEA Look Forward for April 28, 2023

View the LEA Look Forward for April 28, 2023. Important Announcements

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 24 2023

FFY 23 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

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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
TTY: 711
Email: [email protected]