This article is part of WTOP’s 2026 Back to School coverage.
Heading into the new school year, WTOP sent questionnaires to and requested interviews with school leaders across the D.C. region.
Here’s what D.C. Public Schools interim Chancellor Kim Jackson said about the priorities and challenges facing the district as the 2026-27 academic year begins.
What are you most looking forward to during the upcoming 2026-27 academic year?
