(Washington, DC) - On Thursday, August 29 at 10 am, Mayor Muriel Bowser and education leaders will celebrate the first day of pre-K for DC Public Schools (DCPS) at Garfield Elementary School.
Mayor Bowser will tour the newly renovated Garfield Elementary School, which recently underwent a $60.5 million modernization. The revitalization has transformed the interior of this historic building while preserving its distinctive character and external features. The upgraded facility, focused on sustainability, includes Ward 8's first "teaching kitchen" and showcases public art throughout the interior and exterior.
As families and caregivers settle into the new school year, they are encouraged to explore the 2024 Back to School Guide at backtoschool.dc.gov, which provides all the essential information needed for a successful school year.
WHEN:
Thursday, August 29 at 10 am
WHO:
Mayor Muriel Bowser
Paul Kihn, Deputy Mayor for Education
Dr. Lewis D. Ferebee, Chancellor, DC Public Schools
Delano Hunter, Director, Department of General Services
Dr. Antoinette S. Mitchell, Interim State Superintendent, Office of the State Superintendent of Education
Jon Rolle, Principal, Garfield Elementary School

WHERE:
Garfield Elementary School
2435 Alabama Avenue SE
*Closest Bus Routes: V7, 92, W6, W4, 31, 32*
Press interested in attending the event are asked to RSVP to [email protected].
The DC Office of Cable Television, Film, Music, and Entertainment will provide a live feed of this event. To view the event, visit mayor.dc.gov/live tune in on Channel 16 (DCN) or watch on Mayor Bowser's Facebook or Twitter.

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