DC State Board Of Education

06/04/2026

Short passages can't do it alone. Whole books build the stamina, empathy, and deep thinking DC students need for college and beyond.

Learn what experts told the Board: https://bit.ly/4t3iJLP

06/03/2026

Join us tonight for our monthly working session: https://bit.ly/3RN2Snw. Live now ▶️

06/03/2026

Rising high school sophomores, juniors and seniors: We want your help shaping DC schools! Apply for the State Board's 2026-27 Student Advisory Committee.
Apply by 11:59 pm on June 21: http://bit.ly/SACMember.

06/02/2026

The State Board is continuing its review of proposed updates to D.C.'s graduation requirements. Listening to student voice is an important part of our process.

Recent graduates shared thoughtful feedback on how grad requirements can be modified to best suit student needs:

Summary Recent D.C. graduates said high school readiness should mean more than academics, with financial literacy standing out as one of the most urgent gaps students believe schools should address…

06/01/2026

We're exploring the District's top education priorities on our policy blog, The State Board Slate.

Join us in the conversation, and let's shape public education - together!

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The State Board Slate is the official blog of the DC State Board of Education. Here, we explore the District’s most important education priorities and the policies that can drive meaningful, positive outcomes for learners. We invite you to be our partner in these vital conversations. Help us be yo...

05/27/2026

The State Board spoke with select members of its high school graduation requirements task force during recent panel. Some common themes emerged. Learn more at The State Board Slate: https://bit.ly/4dK3l1b

05/26/2026

Career and technical education offers a powerful pathway for success after high school.

Class of 2019 grad Syamyia Beach is a prime example, launching her career in hospitality while studying at Ballou High's Academy of Hospitality and Tourism.

Explore how we might expand student CTE participation: http://bit.ly/4qamhui