DCPS Community Action Team (CAT)

Students at @hdwoodsonshs are lifting their voices through poetry 📚✨ In partnership with nonprofit 826DC, 10th and 11th graders published “Living in the Storm,” an anthology capturing their experiences and perspectives.

Dear Partners, We see firsthand how you make a difference every day🌟 Your dedication to our students makes our district stronger. We’re grateful for all that you bring to our schools and communities! With love, DCPS #ThankADCPSPartner

We tried to capture in a few words the connection and joy our DCPS partners bring into our schools every day! 🙌🏾 #ThankADCPSPartner

🥁 The DCPS calendar superlative for May: “Best Drumline” goes to the talented young ladies of @ExcelAcademyPS! They brought the beat, the energy, and the rhythm with an unforgettable performance last year’s @DCEdFund Standing Ovation Awards 🎶

🌱 @jlesdc is setting a new standard for DCPS—designed as a Net Zero Energy school and the world’s first triple-certified school (LEED, WELL, & NZE). This innovative space prioritizes sustainability, health, & student success, showing what the future of learning can look like.

Across DC Public Schools, our partners show up in big and meaningful ways—in classrooms, after school, on our fields and courts, in school gardens, and beyond💙. #ThankADCPSPartner

Happy Partner Appreciation Week! 💙 Our partners help expand learning beyond the classroom, and we’re grateful for their collaboration 🤝. We’re celebrating the impact of DCPS partnerships across our schools. #ThankADCPSPartner

Today we recognize Ms. Tracy Perrin of Brookland Middle School for National SLP Day💙 Our incredible SLPs support students’ communication skills and partner closely with families across DC every day—thank you to Ms. Perrin and all SLPs! #ThankYouSLPs

🏆 Elementary School: @lafayetteDC 2nd Place @HydeAddisonES 3rd Place @PayneDCPS 🏆 Middle School: Brookland MS 🏆 High School: @JacksonReedHSDC 2nd Place Banneker HS 3rd Place @DukeEllingtonDC 👏 Huge congrats to all our students, educators, and partners!

⚾➕📊 Math takes the field at Nationals Park! DC mathletes from grades 3-12 stepped up to compete in the Capital Math Classic, applying real-world problem-solving skills in a fun, baseball-themed event. And DCPS showed up in a BIG way, placing first in every competition!

🎓💡At DCPS, we’re preparing students today for the careers of tomorrow. Through our Career and Technical Education (CTE), students gain real‑world skills & explore pathways aligned to the District’s high‑wage, high‑demand industries 🛠️📈 🔗 Learn more: dcpscte.org

⏰ Out‑of‑School Time Program Registration Opens May 19⏰ DCPS is proud to offer enriching afterschool experiences to our students. For grades PK3-8, families can use the MOST portal to register for programming from tutoring and hands-on STEM to arts and athletics.

2026 DCPS Night at Nationals Park was a home run…15 of them!⚾️❤️ From Chancellor Ferebee’s first pitch to student celebrations and educators at the Presidents’ Race finish line, DCPS showed up strong. Thanks to @Nationals and our community for an unforgettable night!

Teamwork, problem solving, & leadership—lessons that last far beyond the game✨ Over the last three weeks, more than 13,000 sports bras were delivered to female student athletes of our district. We're excited for all our girls to have the gear needed to play with confidence💙

📬 You’ve got mail: bit.ly/ChancellorsNew… Catch up on DCPS news: 🍎 Teacher Appreciation Week & milestones ⚾ DCPS Night at Nationals Park 🧮 First Capital Math Classic 🎓 Senior Decision Day for the Class of 2026 🔑 Key dates and opportunities for students and families.

📣 Enrollment for School Year 26–27 is now open! Don’t wait—secure your child’s spot today by enrolling online or in-person at your school 🏫💻 Need help? Contact your school or visit enrolldcps.dc.gov for more information ✅

🎉 Big cheers for our Beers scholars! 🥇 Austyn Garrett
 🥈 Nadia Simms are haiku superstars! ✍🏾💫 Their poems are headed to the spotlight at Francis Gregory Library 📚💙💛 Stop by and catch the brilliance in action! #BeersPride @dcpublicschools @Eboni_RoseDC @sharonabean

Teacher Appreciation Week (May 4–8) is almost here!🍎 Join us as we celebrate the DCPS educators who teach, support, and uplift students every day. A note, a tag, or a simple “thank you” goes a long way💙 #ThankATeacher

Happy Teacher Appreciation Week! 🍎🍏 Today—and all week—we’re celebrating the DCPS teachers who help students learn, grow, and thrive every day. Follow along as we highlight our educators and tag us so we can show more love. #ThankATeacher

For 13 years, Ms. Deeker has supported DCPS students with care and consistency. As an itinerant teacher of the deaf and hard of hearing, she ensures students have the access and support they need to thrive. Thank you, Ms. Deeker, for uplifting our students 💙🤟 #ThankATeacher