Today: November 21, 2024
As the new school year approaches, DC Public Schools (DCPS) has kicked off its innovative Summer Bridge program, designed to help incoming 6th and 9th-grade students transition smoothly into their new academic environments. The week-long initiative, which began on Monday, August 5,…
As Washington, D.C. prepares to observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day on October 14, several services and operations will be affected across the city. This holiday will bring a range of changes that residents should be aware of to ensure a smooth day. Transportation…
During the National Book Month Celebration ceremony at Stanton Elementary School, Mayor Muriel Bowser named Jazzmyne Townsend the 2025 DC Teacher of the Year. Joined by Interim State Superintendent Dr. Antoinette S. Mitchell and DCPS Chancellor Lewis D. Ferebee, Townsend received the…
Two DC public schools are among 365 schools across the country that have been announced as National Blue Ribbon Schools. The National Blue Ribbon Schools is the United States Department of Education’s award program honoring high-performing schools and schools that are making…
The Bowser Administration marked a significant milestone in Washington, DC’s educational landscape with the commencement of pre-K classes at DC Public Schools (DCPS). The celebration, held at the newly renovated Garfield Elementary School in Ward 8, underscored the city’s commitment to early…
With Labor Day coming on Monday, September 2, the DC government has announced the closure of some public facilities. Residents of Washington, DC should be aware of several facility closures and service modifications. While some essential services will remain open, many government…
With the DC Public Schools 2024-2025 school year beginning on August 26 for kindergarten through grade 12, DC Mayor Muriel Bowser has unveiled the 2024 Back-to-School Guide. The comprehensive resource provides families with essential information and support to ensure a smooth and…
East Coast cities including DC, Delaware, and Philadelphia have declared code reds due to hazardous air quality triggered by smoke from Canadian wildfires. Health advisories urge vulnerable groups to stay indoors, while several schools have suspended outdoor activities amid the environmental crisis.…
Dikembe Mutombo, a towering figure on and off the court, has left a legendary legacy in the world, particularly in his homeland, the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC). Beyond his celebrated NBA career, Mutombo’s legacy is defined by his profound commitment…
When your Social Security Number (SSN) is compromised or leaked, an identity thief with access to it and other personal information can open new credit accounts, like credit cards or car loans, in your name; claim your tax refunds; create a fake…
