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2023 OSSE Annual Report

We are excited to share the 2023 OSSE Annual Report. This report chronicles the progress made for all learners in DC & underscores how we are strategically positioned to capitalize on this momentum.

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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.

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

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Apr 12 2024

The District of Columbia Approves Its First Citywide Registered Apprenticeship in Teaching

Today, the Office of the State Superintendent of Education (OSSE) announced it received approval...

Apr 9 2024

OSSE Hosts Adult College and Credentials Fair at Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Library on April 13

The Office of the State Superintendent of Education (OSSE) encourages DC adults interested in...

Apr 5 2024

LEA Look Forward for April 5, 2024

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Mar 22 2024

OSSE Announces 2024 DC STEM Fair Winners

On Saturday, March 16, the Office of the State Superintendent of Education (OSSE) hosted more than...

Mar 21 2024

OSSE Adopts Financial Literacy Standards for District of Columbia High School Students

Today, the Office of the State Superintendent of Education (OSSE) adopted Financial Literacy...

Mar 29 2024

Road to Restoration: Updates and News for March 2024

Over the past three fiscal years, the District committed approximately $33 million in federal...

Mar 29 2024

LEA Look Forward for March 29, 2024

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Mar 22 2024

LEA Look Forward for March 22, 2024

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Mar 15 2024

LEA Look Forward for March 15, 2024

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Mar 8 2024

LEA Look Forward for March 8, 2024

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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 20 2024

FFY 24 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 18 2024

Federal Fiscal Year 2024 (FFY 2024) 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 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...

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...

Nov 27 2023

LEA Look Forward for Nov. 22, 2023

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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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DC OSSE Responds to Federal Feedback, Prepares ESEA Waiver Application

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Thu, 05/17/2012

Washington, DC–The District of Columbia Office of the State Superintendent of Education (DC OSSE) today made available its preliminary response to the US Department of Education (ED) in relation to the District of Columbia’s federal waiver request regarding the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA)–commonly known as No Child Left Behind (NCLB).