What does Deputy Mayor do?

District of Columbia Public Schools (DCPS) is the public school district for Washington, DC, serving approximately 50,204 students across 117 schools from pre-kindergarten through grade 12. The district focuses on providing free education to DC residents, emphasizing academic success, college and career readiness, and various support services for students, including those learning English and those in transitional housing. DCPS operates under the authority of the DC Mayor's office and offers a mix of neighborhood schools and citywide/destination schools. Enrollment is facilitated through the My School DC lottery, with preferences for in-boundary families. The district employs around 4,591 teachers and 3,500 support staff, fostering strong community involvement. DCPS has seen an increase in enrollment and improved retention and attendance rates post-pandemic. The district also offers advanced coursework, career pathways, and extracurricular activities, including athletics for grades 4-12. Notable achievements include high rankings for specific schools and strong performance in national assessments.