@DMEforDC

Official X Account of the Office of the Deputy Mayor for Education and Deputy Mayor Paul Kihn

 Washington, DC
dme.dc.gov
Joined February 2012
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DC Deputy Mayor for Education retweeted
OSSE@OSSEDC19h
Take a look inside today’s surprise at Thurgood Marshall Academy. Students and colleagues celebrated as Mayor Bowser announced that OSSE had selected Ramon G. Griffin as the 2027 DC Teacher of the Year. Join us in congratulating Mr. Griffin. 🎉 #DCTOY
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DC Deputy Mayor for Education retweeted
Mayor Muriel Bowser
@MayorBowser20h
Surprise! We just named Ramon Griffin at Thurgood Marshall Academy the 2027 DC Teacher of the Year. Congratulations, and thank you for all that you do for DC’s young people.
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DC Deputy Mayor for Education retweeted
Deputy Mayor Lindsey Appiah@SafeDC23h
Celebrate Halloween with MPD! 👻 From haunted houses to other fun Halloween events, there’s something for everyone across the District. Find an event near you and join the fun! 🎃
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DC Deputy Mayor for Education retweeted
DC Students Succeed
@ForDCStudents23h
Big results deserve big recognition!🌟 21 DC public schools have earned the 2026 Bold Performance Schools distinction, exceeding expected proficiency rates by more than 10 percentage points. From #DC public schools to public charter schools, these achievements highlight the incredible work happening in classrooms across our city. Congratulations to every school making bold progress for DC students! Proud to celebrate alongside @empowerk12! #DCStudentsSucceed
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DC Deputy Mayor for Education retweeted
Mayor Muriel Bowser
@MayorBowser23h
Big announcement: 🥁 Our 2027 DC Teacher of the Year is…. Ramon Griffin! With 13 years of teaching experience, the last 7 at Thurgood Marshall Academy, Mr. Griffin is a community mentor and an educator who has gone above and beyond for our students. Congrats, Mr. Griffin!
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DC Deputy Mayor for Education retweeted
OSSE@OSSEDC23h
OSSE has selected Ramon G. Griffin of Thurgood Marshall Academy as the 2027 DC Teacher of the Year through a competitive process recognizing outstanding educators across the District. He uses music to connect students with history. Congratulations, Mr. Griffin! #DCTOY
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DC Deputy Mayor for Education retweeted
DC Public Library@dcplOct 21
October is bringing movie nights, pumpkin festivals, pumpkin painting, Halloween fun, bats in the District, and plenty more ways to get into the spirit. 🎃👻 Visit dclibrary.org to explore more events!
A Halloween-themed library event poster titled "It's Spooky Season! At Your Neighborhood Library." Lists "Family Events": October 22 – Palisades Pumpkin Festival at Palisades Library; October 27 – Pumpkin Painting & Decorating at Chevy Chase Library; October 28 – Trunk or Treat at Benning/Dorothy I. Height Library; October 29 – Outdoor Halloween Party at Georgetown Library; October 31 – Trick or Treat at Lamond-Riggs/Lillian J. Huff Library. Features a green monster hand and spiderwebs. DC Public Library logo included.

ALT A Halloween-themed library event poster titled "It's Spooky Season! At Your Neighborhood Library." Lists "Family Events": October 22 – Palisades Pumpkin Festival at Palisades Library; October 27 – Pumpkin Painting & Decorating at Chevy Chase Library; October 28 – Trunk or Treat at Benning/Dorothy I. Height Library; October 29 – Outdoor Halloween Party at Georgetown Library; October 31 – Trick or Treat at Lamond-Riggs/Lillian J. Huff Library. Features a green monster hand and spiderwebs. DC Public Library logo included.

A purple and orange poster titled "It's Spooky Season! At Your Neighborhood Library" lists adult events. Events include: "Tuesday Night Movies Halloween Edition" on October 17 at MLK Library; "Dark Alleys Book Club Reads Daphne by Josh Malerman" on October 22 at Cleveland Park Library; "All About Bats in the District" on October 26 at MLK Library; "District Horror Creatives Short Film Showcase" on October 31 at Northeast Library. Footer invites to find more events like movie screenings and craft workshops online. DC Public Library logos are present.

ALT A purple and orange poster titled "It's Spooky Season! At Your Neighborhood Library" lists adult events. Events include: "Tuesday Night Movies Halloween Edition" on October 17 at MLK Library; "Dark Alleys Book Club Reads Daphne by Josh Malerman" on October 22 at Cleveland Park Library; "All About Bats in the District" on October 26 at MLK Library; "District Horror Creatives Short Film Showcase" on October 31 at Northeast Library. Footer invites to find more events like movie screenings and craft workshops online. DC Public Library logos are present.

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DC Deputy Mayor for Education retweeted
Mayor Muriel Bowser
@MayorBowserOct 22
We're bringing a pumpkin patch, petting zoo, seasonal treats and more to the heart of Downtown DC at MLK Library. Another great free, family-friendly fall celebration in Washington, DC:
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DC Deputy Mayor for Education retweeted
DC Public Schools@dcpublicschoolsOct 22
📣 DCPS Families 📣 We want to ensure that our policies continue to support strong partnerships between schools & families. Please take a few minutes to share your feedback on DCPS' Title I resources and policies by November 30. Review & submit here 👉 bit.ly/DCPS_Title126
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DC Deputy Mayor for Education retweeted
Mayor Muriel Bowser
@MayorBowserOct 21
Check out this haunted Halloween event in Washington, DC tonight at MLK Library ↓
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The 2027 @usnews Best Elementary and Middle Schools rankings are out! Congrats to DC’s top-ranked schools: Elementary 🏫 DCPS: Hyde-Addison ES 🏫 Public charter: DC Bilingual PCS Middle 🏫 DCPS: Deal MS 🏫 Public charter: Washington Latin PCS
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DME is proud that DC families have strong public school options in every sector. Congratulations to all the schools on the list, and to the students, families, and educators behind these results. Thank you for showing up for DC students. #EveryDayCounts
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DC Deputy Mayor for Education retweeted
My School DC@MySchoolDCOct 19
The My School DC lottery doesn’t have to feel overwhelming. Have questions about the process? Our team is here to help you navigate the lottery process and understand your next steps. 📞 Call the My School DC hotline at (202) 888-6336. We’re here to help every step of the way.
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DC Deputy Mayor for Education retweeted
DC Homeland Security & Emergency Management
@DC_HSEMAOct 16
The National Weather Service has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Watch for the District until 8:00 PM today, Friday, October 16. Heavy rain, hail and high winds are possible. Take time to prepare, including following @AlertDC. Visit ready.dc.gov for more. #dcwx
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DC Deputy Mayor for Education retweeted
Mayor Muriel Bowser
@MayorBowserOct 15
It's a great weekend to be a kid in Washington, DC! • Ward 4 Family Fun Day (10/17) • Kingman Island Family & Friends Day (10/17) • The Big Build at National Building Museum (10/17) • Boo at the Zoo (10/16-18) Stay safe, have fun, and enjoy the fall weather.
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DC Deputy Mayor for Education retweeted
Mayor Muriel Bowser
@MayorBowserOct 15
Reminder: DC not only has the best teachers, but the best compensated teachers in the region. Let's hear it for our city's amazing educators. 👏🏾
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DC Deputy Mayor for Education retweeted
DC Parks & Recreation #WhereFunHappens@DCDPROct 13
DC, WE’RE OUTSIDE THIS FRIDAY! 🏃🏾‍♂️🔥 Join #FITDC & DPR for a FREE 5K, fitness, giveaways & more! 👟 📅 Oct. 16 | 📍 Anacostia Recreation Center 🔗 Register: fitdcfitforlifefunrun.splash… #DPREVENTS #HUFUNRun
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DC Deputy Mayor for Education retweeted
DC Parks & Recreation #WhereFunHappens@DCDPROct 14
🍂 Hay there! 🎃 Join DPR for Wheels Up, Hay Down- fall fun, games, treats & family activities! 📅 Oct 31 | 12–3 PM 📍 Reservoir Park Rec 🚒🍭 Stay for the @Dcfireems Candy Drop at 3! RSVP:rovingleaderswheelsuphaydown… #WheelsUpHayDown #WePlayTooMuch #HalloweenFun
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DC Deputy Mayor for Education retweeted
OSSE@OSSEDCOct 13
Join us this Friday, Oct. 16, for #WhyApplyDC Day by rocking your college gear and sharing why you believe students should apply to college. 🎓 Tag OSSE and post your “why” to help cheer on the Class of 2027! osse.dc.gov/page/why-apply-d…
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DC Deputy Mayor for Education retweeted
OSSE@OSSEDCOct 9
Have a school garden win to share? 🌱✨ OSSE wants to spotlight your success and celebrate the amazing work happening in DC school gardens. Share your story today! ow.ly/5ors50ZV6hB
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