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Office of the State Superintendent of Education (OSSE)

The Office of the State Superintendent of Education serves as the District of Columbia’s state education agency. It works with DC schools and education partners on standards, programs, grants, student support and access to educational opportunities. The agency also connects District education systems with federal education requirements and resources. Use the official source below for current services, forms, programs and agency updates.

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