What does this new Academic Plan mean for my child’s teacher?


DCPS is providing high-quality tools for our teachers that will raise the floor across the district while still providing sufficient flexibility so that teachers can elegantly adapt the resources to meet the interests and needs of their students.

And, we are providing more professional development and supports for our teachers than ever before to make sure our students get everything they need to succeed.

Teaching and Learning Framework

The Teaching and Learning Framework provides a common language to discuss instructional practices and teacher actions. It also provides clear expectations for teachers and will drive coherent, robust professional development, systems of support and evaluation. Learn More »

Unit Overviews

Unit overviews provide teachers guidance and allow for flexibility of instruction. Unit overviews offer recommended content and other resources for English/language arts and mathematics content, such as books, websites, lesson ideas and strategies for teaching each unit. Learn More »

Instructional Coaches and Learning Cycles

Most DCPS schools have an Instructional Coach on staff. A coach’s primary job is to work with your child’s teacher so the teacher can reach her potential and be as effective as possible in the classroom. Learn More »

Increasing Effectiveness through the Data Cycle

After your child takes the paced interim assessment every 6-8 weeks, your child’s teacher will study to determine the your child’s strengths and weaknesses and then devise a plan to improve her teaching to better meet those needs. Learn More »

Content-Specific Professional Development

DCPS is providing regular professional development opportunities throughout the year for the following content areas. This is a great opportunity for teachers from across the District to connect with one another and learn best practices for improving their instruction in their specific content areas. Learn More »

The Data and Professional Platform

To support teachers’ efforts in increasing student achievement, DCPS is building a robust online professional growth platform. Learn More »

Scope and Sequence Documents

Scope and Sequence documents establish consistency of instruction throughout the district - in different grade levels and subject areas - by providing clear guidance on what your children’s teachers should teach and when they should teach it. Learn More »

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