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Promoting Wellness at McKinley High: The Self-Care Card Campaign

Youth Mental Health Ambassadors at McKinley High School’s “Tech Minds Matter” Club has recently unveiled an innovative self-care card campaign, a testament to the school’s unwavering commitment to student...
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Parent University

The Special Education Process at DCPS: A Guide for Parents

What does the Special Education Process from referral to eligibility to IEP development look like at DCPS? Hear from our our Specialized Instructional team...
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Dyslexia

Dyslexia: What You Need to Know this October

Dyslexia is a learning disorder that affects millions of people around the world. Today, as we approach October, designated as Dyslexia Awareness Month, it's...
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Early Childhood

Understanding ACEs: The Impact of Childhood Trauma on Mental Health

Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACE's) are a term used to describe all types of abuse, neglect, and other traumatic experiences that a person may encounter...
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Learning Disabilities

Understanding That I Learn Differently

As a student, you may have noticed that you learn differently from your peers. Perhaps you need to take frequent breaks while studying, or...
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Bullying

Bullying Prevention at DCPS

Bullying has become a significant issue with young people nationwide. It affects students at every level, from elementary to high school. To proactively address...
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Depression

10 Ways to Overcome Depression at Home

Depression can be one of the most challenging obstacles in a person’s life. Many of us suffer from it, but not everyone can afford...
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Bullying

Recognizing the Signs of Cyberbullying

In this digital age, bullying doesn’t only happen within the four walls of a classroom. With the rise of social media, cyberbullying has also...
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Fitness

Staying Active Improves Mental Health

As a student, it can be easy to focus solely on academic achievement and forget about the importance of physical activity. However, staying active...
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Back to School

Mayor Muriel Bowser’s Back to School Guide 2023

Get ready for the new school year with Mayor Muriel Bowser's essential Back to School Guide! MMB-Back-to-school-guide-2023-1Download
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