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The role of School Counselors

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The DCPS School Counseling Department is a component of the Office of Secondary Schools School counselors are certified, professional educators who improve student success for...

Dairy in school meals is critical to children’s health

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(BPT) - School meals are a lifeline for many children who face hunger. Nearly 30 million children rely on school meals every day. Also,...

Navigating Behavioral Health in DC Schools

Behavioral health includes our emotional, psychological, and social well-being. It affects how we think, feel, and act. It also helps determine how we handle...

Tips on Managing Stress as Parents

Being a parent is one of the most rewarding experiences in the world, but it also comes with its fair share of stressors. With...

Academic Programs and Inclusion

DCPS provides a continuum of services for students ages three through 22 with disabilities who have been found eligible to receive special education services....

River Terrace Education Campus

River Terrace Education Campus (RTEC) is a state-of-the-art school designed to serve students who need high levels of support and to be accessible for...

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We don’t consider taking medication for an ear infection something to be ashamed of. We shouldn’t treat mental health conditions any differently.

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Pathways to Wellness

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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...
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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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