Family

DC Public Schools is committed to providing your family with comprehensive support during school closure. We have compiled many resources that will ensure continuity of your child(ren)'s instruction, provide you answers to many common questions, and make sure you're empowered and supported to provide high-quality home instruction.

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General Information and Resources

We understand that you have many questions—not least of which are those involving your child(ren)’s continuing instruction during school closure. We’ve sourced and vetted several resources related to COVID-19 and its impact on schools as well as provide information that will help answer many questions you may have around educational supports and expectations.

FAQs Resources Parent University Video Accessing Report Cards in the Parent Portal

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Summer Learning

Students and families can use the LEARN board to select activities and learning resources for both virtual and hands-on learning.

Activities include a mix of skills practice, physical challenges, resources for enrichment and creative expression, virtual field trips, and free-choice reading resources.

Families/students can mark squares as they complete activities and share their work on social media.

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Learning Space

Creating an environment that will support your child’s learning is a key way to ensure their instruction continues during school closure. Refer to the pages below for relevant resources. Also, see the Family Guidance tab on your child(ren)'s grade level for additional information.

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Office 365 for Parents

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Teams for Families

Teams for Families

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Digital Supports

DC Public Schools use a variety of online or electronic educational platforms to support your child(ren)'s instruction. In addition to the educational platforms to which your child(ren) may be accustomed, we have provided additional recommended platforms for use during home instruction.

Elementary & Secondary DCPS YouTube Channel

Health and Wellness

Staying physically active and monitoring your mental and emotional health is very important in these uncertain times. We’ve curated resources that can help keep your whole family active and engaged during your time at home.

Mental Health Physical Health

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