A huge thank you to our incredible music teacher, Ms. Woods, for putting on such a beautiful holiday concert! 

We also want to extend our heartfelt appreciation to all of the staff and parent volunteers who helped with rehearsals, logistics, setup, and crowd management. Events like these are only possible because of your time, energy, and love for our community. Thank you for making the holiday season feel extra special at Shepherd!

Your donation helps bridge the gap in the DCPS budget by funding essential staff positions, classroom supplies and technology, and enriching programs like the arts and IB. Shepherd relies on our community to ensure our students have everything they need to thrive—academically, creatively, and emotionally.

Every dollar truly makes a difference, and monthly giving options are available for those who prefer a sustained impact. Donate here.

From Discover Fun Camp

Dear Families,

Discover Fun Camp is here to help with free, safe, and engaging childcare on select days this season.

🗓 Relief Care Dates (Ages 3–13)

• Dec 22–24 • 8 AM–5 PM

• Dec 29–31 • 8 AM–5 PM

• Jan 2 • 8 AM–5 PM

📍 Discover Fun Camp, 4606 16th St NW, Washington, DC
🧑‍🏫 1:10 ratio, CPR/First Aid certified staff
💰 Free for families affected by the shutdown
🕒 Offered in 2-hour blocks; registration required (first come, first served)

🎨 Kids’ Activities: arts & crafts, games, stories, snacks, and quiet time.
🥜 Nut-free space — all children must be toilet-trained and symptom-free.

🙏 Want to Help?
Support by donating snacks, supplies, or funds to expand care for more families.

👉 Register Now for Relief Care

SES Family Portal

We have a new centralized website for our Shepherd Families. Check it out here.

Shepherd Elementary Groups.io

The Shepherd PTO has a Groups.io that can be used to communicate with the community. To join, please click here.

Shepherd Elementary Calendar

Add the Shepherd Elementary Google calendar to your personal Google account. Need instructions on how to add to your own calendar? Click here.

PTO Meeting Invite

PTO Meetings are on the 3rd Wednesday of every month at 7PM. Access them by using the Zoom link here. Meeting ID: 603 911 4050; Passcode: 061391