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DCPS Supports Gun Violence Prevention Month with “Where’s Daryl?” Curriculum Launch

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 education, prevention, and youth engagement. At the forefront of this work is the launch and expansion of the “Where’s Daryl?” curriculum, a powerful, interactive gun violence prevention program designed to spark critical conversations among middle school students about choices, consequences,...

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 the summer months. In this blog post, we will provide you with tips and strategies to keep your child mentally healthy and engaged throughout the summer. By doing so, you can help them make the most of their time off while...

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 term refers to the tendency for students to lose some of the knowledge and skills they learned during the previous school year over the summer months. Fortunately, there are plenty of easy ways that students can stay engaged and avoid...

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 a profound impact on our mental health? In fact, there are many exercises that can directly improve your mental health. If you are looking to boost your mood and reduce symptoms of depression and anxiety, read on to discover 15...

Register for Summer Camp with DPR

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We are currently seeking qualified related service providers to join our team. DCPS is one of the fastest growing urban school districts in the nation and serves more than 50,000 students.

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