Cardozo Education Campus Leads the Way with Exemplary Implementation As communities across the nation observe Gun Violence Prevention Month this June, DC Public Schools’ (DCPS) School Mental Health Department is taking bold steps to address this public health crisis through...

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Strategies to nurture Your Child’s Mental Health this Summer

Summer is a wonderful time for children to relax and have fun, but it can also be a challenging time for their mental health. As a parent, it’s important to help your children stay healthy, happy, and motivated during...

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5 Student Tips for Avoiding Summer Slide

Summer is an exciting time - no classes, no homework, and long days spent enjoying the sun. However, it's important to remember that taking a long break from school can also lead to what's known as 'summer slide'. This...

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15 Exercises That Can Improve Your Mental Health

Mental health is something that is often overlooked in our busy lives. We tend to prioritize our physical health over our mental health, which can be detrimental to our overall wellbeing. But did you know that exercise can have...

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Register for Summer Camp with DPR

If you are interested in the DC Department of Parks and Recreation's Summer Camp offerings for 2025, CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION

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Pathways to Wellness

DCPS School Mental Health is hosting "Pathways to Wellness: Community Conversations about Mental Health" throughout the month of May. All DCPS Parents and Guardians are encouraged to attend! Please choose your desired in-person session(s) to attend and RSVP by clicking...

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Mental Health for Students and Families in 2025: Understanding, Supporting, and Thriving

Mental health awareness is more important than ever in 2025. With the growing complexities of educational pressures, increased social media engagement, global uncertainties, and everyday familial stressors, students and their families face unprecedented challenges to their emotional well-being. Addressing...

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Understanding Dysgraphia

Dysgraphia is a condition that affects a person's ability to write. Individuals with dysgraphia may struggle with letter formation, writing speed, spacing, and spelling. As a learning disability, it can make academic tasks that involve writing a challenge. This...

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Getting Through Grief and Loss: A Guide for Students

Experiencing the loss of someone dear to us can be one of the most challenging and difficult things to face in life. Grief can be overwhelming, and it may seem as if it will never go away. Whether you’ve...

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MTSS in Schools: Everything You Need to Know as a Parent

As a parent, you want the best for your child when it comes to education. And with all the acronyms and jargon floating around, it can be hard to keep up with what’s happening in your child’s school. That’s...

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The DC Public Schools (DCPS) School Mental Health Team and our many partners provide supportive academic supports and mental health services to our students and families

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