The Cardinal Connection

September 22nd: Back to School Night 9in-person) 6 PM-7:30PM

September 28th: Virtual Principal Chat @ 6 PM

September 30th: "Shimmy and Sprinkles" Perfect Attendance Contest 2 PM

October 6th: Parent Teacher Conference (No School for Students)

October 7th: Professional Development Day (No School for Students)

October 10th: Indigenous Peoples' Day (No School for Students and Staff)

Back to School Night will be held on 9/22 in person. There will be three 20-minute rotations. Parents must pre-register to attend via Eventbrite (https://www.eventbrite.com/e/jo-wilson-back-to-school-night-tickets-411582272657 )and we are kindly asking parents to remain masked throughout the event. Though masks aren't mandatory anymore we would really appreciate it if parents and families would wear a mask. There will be a 10-minute transition between each rotation.

School administration, specials teachers, and partners will create a video that will be distributed to families to provide introductions and information that would generally be covered in the opening introduction meeting. Staff photos will also be placed in the video as a way to provide families with introductions to our staff.

Click the link below to register for Back to School Night!

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/jo-wilson-back-to-school-night-tickets-411582272657

Student Attendance: Every day counts! Regular school attendance is critical for academic success. Our goal is to ensure that every student attends school regularly and on time. Daily presence in school has a huge impact on a student’s academic success, starting in kindergarten and continuing through high school. Even as children grow older and more independent, families can play a key role in ensuring students get to school safely every day and understand why attendance is so important for success in school and life.

LEARN. REFLECT. SHARE.

Help shape the direction of our schools. Join a strategic planning listening session this fall. Students, staff, families, and community members are invited to reflect on our strengths and share where we must grow. Learn more here. Engage with other community voices to guide our vision as a school district of progress and equity. Listening sessions are open to DCPS families and District residents. Sign up today!

DCPS is proud to offer parents, caregivers, students, and families, resources, and tools to promote healing and well-being. The DCPS School Mental Health (SMH) Team supports more than 250 school-based psychologists and social workers who provide supportive and therapeutic services to students and families who need assistance for any reason, from gaining access to practical resources to handling life-altering events. Our goal is to ensure that students are physically and psychologically safe and can fully participate in their learning. Learn more about emotional wellness and mental health for students. Visit this link for our comprehensive guide about mental health supports for students and families.

For students — If you or someone you know is having a mental health challenge, please complete this form and a member of the school wellness team will reach out to you.

For adults — If a student you know is experiencing a mental health challenge, please complete this referral form and a member of the school wellness team will respond.