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

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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.

DC Dual Enrollment

The Spring 2024 DC Dual Enrollment Application is now open!

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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Learn About Transportation for Students with Disabilities

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Apply for Scholarships & Grants

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

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Sep 29 2023

OSSE Releases First-Ever Special Education Performance Report

Today, the Office of the State Superintendent of Education (OSSE) released the District of Columbia...

Sep 26 2023

DC Takes Step Toward Pay Parity and Transparency for Public School Educators

Today, the Bowser Administration, through an initative led by the Office of the State...

Sep 23 2023

OSSE Hosts First-Ever Conference to Support DC Futures Students in Completing College

Today, The Office of the State Superintendent of Education (OSSE) hosted the first-ever DC Futures...

Sep 21 2023

DC Education Community Celebrates 150th Anniversary of the Charles Sumner School, DC’s Public School Museum and Archives

Today, State Superintendent Dr. Christina Grant joined DC Public School (DCPS) alumni, students...

Sep 19 2023

Mayor Bowser Congratulates Four District Schools Recognized as 2023 National Blue Ribbon Schools

Recognition is based on a school’s overall academic performance or progress in closing...

Oct 3 2023

LEA Look Forward for Sept. 29, 2023

View the LEA Look Forward for Sept. 29, 2023. Health & Safety

Sep 29 2023

Road to Restoration: Updates and News for September 2023

At OSSE, we leverage programming, partnerships, policy and data to remove health barriers to...

Sep 22 2023

LEA Look Forward for Sept. 22, 2023

View the LEA Look Forward for Sept. 22, 2023. Important Announcements

Sep 15 2023

LEA Look Forward for Sept. 15, 2023

View the LEA Look Forward for Sept. 15, 2023. Health and Safety

Sep 8 2023

LEA Look Forward for Sept. 8, 2023

View the LEA Look Forward for Sept. 8, 2023. Health and 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 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 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, Pati[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.