Spring 2024 OSSE Literacy Convening
Spring 2024 OSSE Literacy Convening
Sustaining Excellent Literacy Instruction
May 22, 2024 | 8:30 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Superintendent Mitchell Honors DC’s Top Educators at the 2026 Educator Awards Ceremony
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May 14, 2026
Superintendent Mitchell Honors DC’s Top Educators at the 2026 Educator Awards Ceremony
Event Showcases the Extraordinary Contributions of DC’s Teachers and School Staff
District of Columbia Leads the Nation in Academic Growth, Ranking #1 in Math and Reading Recovery
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May 13, 2026
District of Columbia Leads the Nation in Academic Growth, Ranking #1 in Math and Reading Recovery
New national report shows significant academic progress in DC, driven by multi-year investments in instruction, tutoring, literacy, and attendance—while highlighting continued challenges following the pandemic.
District of Columbia Students Selected for 2026 United States Senate Youth Program
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(Washington, DC) — Today, the Office of the State Superintendent of Education (OSSE) and the United States Senate Youth Program (USSYP) announced that high school students Nyla Dinkins and Marie-Celeste Pessey will represent the District of Columbia during the 64th annual USSYP Washington Week. The program runs from March 7-14, 2026.
Road to Restoration: Updates and News for Nov. 2024
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Washington, DC, is a national leader in early childhood education, offering free, high-quality pre-K to every 3- and 4-year-old through a comprehensive system that includes DC Public Schools, public charter schools, and community-based organizations.
Road to Restoration: Updates and News for Oct. 2024
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OSSE is helping LEAs implement Social Studies, Financial Literacy, and Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) standards. This work will help our students become informed, financially savvy, and resilient individuals.
Road to Restoration: Updates and News for Sept. 2024
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Through our commitment to continuous improvement and collaboration with expert partners, we are equipping educators with the tools and knowledge to support students with disabilities and create a brighter future for all.
Road to Restoration: Updates and News for August 2024
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This month, we have welcomed thousands of students, educators and school leaders across DC back to their classrooms, ready to embark on a year filled with promise and opportunity. OSSE is committed to ensuring that every child in our city receives the support they need to succeed, both inside and outside the classroom.
Road to Restoration: Updates and News for July 2024
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At OSSE, we are purposeful in our efforts to hire talented professionals who are passionate about preparing students for success in college, careers and life.
The 2024 DC Futures Conference: Navigating What's Next on your Path to Postsecondary Completion
The 2024 DC Futures Conference will host DC Futures scholars from the University of District of Columbia (UDC), Trinity Washington and the Catholic University of America. The conference will include guest speakers, workshop presenters, and participate in workshops. DC futures participants will be immersed in a day filled with endless opportunities and experiences that the DC Futures program offers its scholars.