Registration is now live for the 2023 DC Teacher Summit!
DME and are excited to bring together teachers from across the District to learn, share, and connect with each other. Register today! 👇
🔗 dcteachersummit.splashthat.com
🗓️ Feb 11
🕘 9am
🏫 Gallaudet University
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DC Educators! and are bringing teachers together for a day of learning, connecting, and celebrating at the DC Teacher Summit on Saturday, Feb. 11. Learn more and register ➡️dcteachersummit.splashthat.com
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Let's keep working together to advance our shared goals of ensuring every child goes to a wonderful, safe school, is surrounded by loving, supported adult educators, and has access to all the resources they need to thrive – both during the school day and before and after school.
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Today, DME met with incredible parent leaders from
. Your advocacy ensures that parent voices are heard and reflected in the policymaking process that shapes DC's educational system.
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Top Chef: edition 👩🏾🍳
Scholars celebrated the end of their semester with a cooking competition!
After applying their newfound knowledge of agroecology to their garden plots, students researched vegetarian recipes and challenged a chef to a cooking competition!🥙
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So happy to see spending time w/DC residents . Even more happy to hear that investments in workforce/education are a priority. That’s how we provide real opportunity. That’s what our work through the Students in the Care of DC is all about.
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I toured the DC Jail to hear directly from residents about what they need to be prepared to reenter society safely and productively. Increasing job training and education at the DC Jail will reduce recidivism – making us all safer.
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🚨 Only one more week to apply to Public School Lottery for grades 9-12. 🚨
PK3 - Grade 8: your deadline is March 1, 2023.
Don’t wait. Apply now: apply.myschooldc.dc.gov
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Today convened ANCs to discuss the state of crime in DC and how we can keep our young people safe.
DME Chief of Staff Michelle Yan was on hand to hear ideas, including expanding recreational programming and helping more students earn their high school diploma.
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Congratulations to DOES Director Dr. Unique Morris-Hughes on being re-elected to the US Conference of Mayors (USCM) Workforce Development Council Board of Trustees!
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We’ve got an untapped resource, it’s called GoGo. With the support of we are making 2023 the Year of GoGo & unleashing it’s full potential.
🙏 + many more for keeping the beat 🎶
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Thank you to our DC youth leaders for sharing their heartfelt solutions to community challenges at the #DCYouthSummit.
Dr. Shontia Lowe, Exec Director of DME's OST Office, shared how we can ensure all youth have access to quality, engaging opportunities beyond the school day.
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Last night, Deputy Mayor Kihn joined for a community engagement event to celebrate their beautiful new campus in Ward 8.
Bard DC’s early college model is one way we’re reimagining the high school experience to ensure our students succeed in college, career, and life.
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The first application deadline to apply to teach with for the 2023-24 school year is tomorrow, January 18!
Have you started your application yet? If not, there's still time! Apply by going to bit.ly/teacherapp23.
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📢 Today is the deadline for teachers to submit their proposals to present at the DC Teacher Summit on February 11!
Learn more about the summit and submit your proposal: citybridge.org/get-involved/d
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🚨 DC Teachers 🚨
and are holding a DC Teacher Summit on Sat., 2/11. They are seeking individuals, pairs, or small groups of teachers to lead 45-minute learning sessions on resources + practices by 1/17.
Submit your proposal at: citybridge.org/dc-teacher-sum.
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Yesterday, DME caught up with some of DC’s outstanding #SafePassage workers in Ward 8.
Robert, Maria, and Michael were at for arrival, and Tenika was at for dismissal.
Thank you for making our students feel safe and loved!
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🚨 Attention college-bound students:
Applications for the DC Futures program are due this Friday at 3pm. Don't miss your chance to earn up to $8000 in tuition-assistance for eligible courses at , , and .
Learn more ➡️
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Today, we celebrated the new, permanent home of Bard High School Early College.
At Bard, you can earn not only your high school diploma, but also an associate degree & college credits - for free.
Thank you to teachers, staff, & all involved in bringing this vision to life!
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LIVE: Mayor Bowser Cuts Ribbon on New Building for Bard High School Early College
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In her inaugural address, said DC will "build the most robust free before- and after-school programs in the nation."
Last month, DME held a Community Conversation on how we can expand Out-of-School Time opportunities for families. Watch here: dme.dc.gov/communityconvo
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Many and schools are hosting in-person and virtual open houses. Check out our calendar of events to learn more: myschooldc.org/calendar
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Are you looking to earn a college degree in a high-demand field? There's still time to apply for tuition and financial support through the DC Futures program!
Deadline to apply is this Friday, Jan 6! Learn more below and by visit osse.dc.gov/dcfutures.
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I visited Barnard Elementary School today to kick off the new year, and I'm inspired by this school's love for reading. Barnard students are a testament that DCPS’ investment in early literacy is paying off.
Thanks for hosting me, !
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We're building a team that will ensure we win for DC every day, with every project, and every program.
Each of our new appointees are committed to public service and winning big for DC residents.
Want to join us? #DCIsHiring
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Welcome back! We hope you are well-rested and energized for the new year. We're excited to see you.
Reminder: if you are absent from class today, you should still submit your negative COVID results before returning to school: dcpsstrong.com/testing.
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"...[T]hrough the work of reimagining our high schools, we will focus on those high growth industries, dual enrollment programs, and earn and learn opportunities in DC." -
We're excited for the work ahead to put DC students on pathways to success in life and career!
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Today, Mayor Muriel Bowser was sworn in for an historic third term as the Mayor of the District of Columbia and the first African American woman to ever be elected to three, four-year terms as mayor of an American city. Here is the Mayor’s inaugural address, as delivered:
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There's still time to apply! Applications for DC Futures, which includes Spring/Summer 2023 Tuition and Education Support, are open Through Jan. 6. Apply today➡️
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The #FreshStart5K is back in person after a few years and we couldn't be more excited.
TODAY, bring the entire family to kick off your new year with a healthy and fun activity. You can run, walk, or volunteer.
⏰11AM
📍Freedom Plaza
Learn more: fitdcfreshstart5k.com
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Bundle up, DC! It's going to be very cold this weekend. Avoid spending time outdoors, but if you must go out, wearing layers and staying dry is one of the best things you can do to stay safe.
Learn more #WinterSafetyTips at ready.dc.gov/winterwx.
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We're excited to partner with on this opportunity for teachers to come together and learn from each other.
Help us get the word out, and encourage a teacher in your school to share their skills and insights!
citybridge.org/dc-teacher-sum
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DC and @CityBridgeEdu are hosting a DC Teacher Summit, bringing teachers together from across the city to connect, build community, and learn from each other.
We're calling for teachers to present and share exemplary classroom practices!
Learn more: citybridge.org/dc-teacher-sum
DC and are hosting a DC Teacher Summit, bringing teachers together from across the city to connect, build community, and learn from each other.
We're calling for teachers to present and share exemplary classroom practices!
Learn more: citybridge.org/dc-teacher-sum
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Still in need of new years day plans? Look no further, join me for the 9th Annual #FreshStart5K. This is a FREE event open to all, let's start the year on the right foot.
🗓 Sunday Jan. 1st
⏰ 11AM
📍 Freedom Plaza
RSVP ➡️ fitdcfreshstart5k.com
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Starting up now! Join live at: tinyurl.com/OSTConvoLive
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Out-of-School Time providers across our city are providing enriching programming to DC youth.
Join us for a discussion on how we can do more to support this critical ecosystem and ensure families are connected to these opportunities.
Today
5pm
tinyurl.com/OSTConvo
Today
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tinyurl.com/OSTConvo
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Out-of-School Time providers across our city are providing enriching programming to DC youth.
Join us for a discussion on how we can do more to support this critical ecosystem and ensure families are connected to these opportunities.
🗓️ Today
🕔 5pm
🔗 tinyurl.com/OSTConvo
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Today, OSSE announced a 2% increase in graduation rate for the 2021-22 school year. Explore the 2022 DC School Report card to learn more. ➡️ ow.ly/pEN550M8vgb
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All teens - in need of plans over winter break?
Join for #TeenBreakTime! DPR will host FREE and fun events from water meditation to a studio recording session. Sign up for an activity today!
RSVP➡️ TeenBreakTime.splashthat.com
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