Together with @DCPSChancellor, @BrianneKNadeau, and @MayorBowser, we cut the ribbon at the newly modernized Harriet Tubman Elementary! Full of homage to its namesake, this ✨beautiful✨ new space empowers students to learn boldly, lead confidently, and forge their own paths. 🎀

💙 Family voices help shape student success. Shout out to the parents and caregivers representing their school communities for all eight wards in Chancellor Jackson’s School Year 2026-2027 Parent Advisory Board 👏🏽 Looking forward to the year ahead!

Parent-Teacher Conferences are on Tuesday, October 13. Make the most of your time with your child's teacher! For tips on how to prepare, ask questions, set goals, and support your child's learning at home, visit: dcps.dc.gov/ptc-checklist

Ward 8, Java with Jackson is coming your way! ☕️ Stop by Grounded to meet @DCPSChancellor, share your perspective, ask questions, & connect with the DCPS community. 📅 October 15 ⏰ 8-10 a.m. 📍 Grounded (1913 Martin Luther King Jr. Ave. SE) Coffee. Conversation. Community.

⚖️ Did you know ⚖️ In 1947, Mendez v. Westminster—a landmark federal ruling—officially ended the forced segregation of Mexican American students in California public schools.

🗓Calendar Reminder🗓️ There will be no school for students on the following days: Monday, October 12 ➡️ Indigenous Peoples' Day (DCPS closed) Tuesday, October 13 ➡️ Parent-Teacher Conferences View the full SY26-27 calendar: bit.ly/DCPSCal

Curiosity is everything at @Plummer_ESDC! 📚 Our Ward 7 scholars are deep in play-based learning, reading practice, pattern exploration, and more. A big welcome to one of the newest Panthers: Principal Schneider 🐾

From the field to the court to the course, our student-athletes are ready to shine. With fall sports underway, wishing all DCPS teams a successful season filled with teamwork and school spirit! 🏈⚽🏐📣🏃🍂

🫱🏽‍🫲🏼 Did you know 🫱🏽‍🫲🏼 Casilda Luna helped to found several organizations addressing the needs of immigrants and marginalized groups in DC’s Latino community, including @VidaSeniors, @LAYCDC, and @OLADCGov.

A little rain didn’t stop us from having a TIME at our Back to School Block Party! Thank you to all the students, families, educators, and leaders who came out to celebrate with us. A special shout-out to @DunbarHSDC for hosting our community celebration!

Fourteen years after Chancellor Jackson began her DCPS journey as an elementary principal, seeing young learners build foundational skills still makes her smile. Wishing a successful school year to @LangleyDCPS and their new principal, Dr. Ghassemieh! 🐯

When scheduling routine check-ups, dentist visits, and other appointments, please check the DCPS calendar first (bit.ly/DCPSCal). Whenever possible, plan appointments on school days off, teacher professional development days, or after school hours. #EveryDayCounts

☕Introducing Java with Jackson! @DCPSChancellor is popping into a few locally-owned cafés across DC for coffee & conversation with families, educators, partners, & neighbors. Come connect & spend some time talking about our amazing students & schools 💙 bit.ly/javawithjackson

As a veteran educator, who inspires Ms. Garcia-Amaya, and why? Hint: Initials are S.M.S. #HispanicHeritageMonth

Missing just two days per month can add up fast and impact a student’s learning. We know life gets busy, but keeping a steady daily routine helps build strong habits and keeps students on track for success. Let’s tackle absenteeism together! #EveryDayCounts

"We're going up, up, up. It’s our moment.” ✨ For her contribution to this year’s calendar, @DCPSChancellor chose the hit song “Golden” by HUNTR/X to reflect the district’s trajectory. “The lyrics tell a story of stepping forward with confidence & growing into what comes next.”