Dear DCI School Community,

Happy June and Happy Pride, DCI!

This year, Washington, DC has the incredible honor of hosting World Pride, which means the Capital Pride Parade on Saturday, June 7th will be bigger, longer, and more fabulous than ever! And for the first time, DCI will have a float in the parade! We’re super excited to be part of this historic moment and hope you’ll join us in the celebration. Interested in helping out? Our final float build day is tomorrow, and we’d love more hands! For more information, please reach out to Ms. Meghan Monroe or click here.

As Pride Month kicks off across the city, we’re also celebrating right here at DCI—recognizing the talent, growth, and hard work of our incredible students. Just last week, our MYP students presented a truly outstanding showcase of their work, and we couldn’t be prouder. And, tonight our MYP Spring Arts Showcase proved to be just as impressive.

And as we move into the final stretch of the school year—with just under two weeks to go—we’re also getting ready for some of our most meaningful traditions. On June 10th, we’ll officially welcome our newest Dragons during Dragon Induction. The next day, June 11th, we’ll cheer on our seniors as they turn their tassels at graduation. And on June 13th, we’ll celebrate our 8th graders as they take the exciting step up to high school.

From Pride to performances to promotions, this month is packed with moments of joy, recognition and transition. We can’t wait to celebrate with you!

Shout Outs!

Please consider submitting a “shout out” to recognize your students’ teachers and staff. These will be included in each bi-weekly edition of the Dispatch. Your name will be associated with each shout out, or you can choose to shout out anonymously. Thanks!

Student Spotlights

With award season upon us, here are a few recent student achievements worth sharing and celebrating: 

Celebrating Our Students' Success at the U.S. Chinese Bridge Competition

Leo Stevenson-Gasol, an 8th grader, recently won First Place in the Regional U.S. Chinese Bridge Competition. Leo’s sibling, Lloyd Stevenson-Gasol, a 6th grader, also achieved an impressive accomplishment, earning Third Place in the same competition at the secondary school level. Congrats!

Middle School Soccer Girls are Tournament Champions!

Last Friday, DCI MS girls soccer won the DC Scores Tournament, in penalties nonetheless! Way to go!

Morgan Hawkins, Class of 2025, is the IB Mid Atlantic Student of the Year!

Morgan Hawkins recently won the IB Mid Atlantic Student of the Year Award that recognizes her as an outstanding CP student among all the IB schools across DC, MD, VA, DE, and PA. She won a $1,000 prize. DCI's CP program has now won this award three years in a row! This is the third year in a row that a DCI student has won!

C-SPAN Visits DCI to Award Cash Prize to Two DCI Juniors

Sukey Hayden and Joe Book, Class of 2026, were honored by C-SPAN during an award ceremony this week for their second place StudentCam entry, “Dear Mr. President, We Want Statehood.”

What is Happening at DCI?

Consider Becoming a Voyager Host Family for the 25-26 School Year!

This fall, DCI will host student groups from Spain, France, and Taiwan through the Voyager Exchange Program. If you're interested in hosting, please fill out the sign-up form. Most guests will stay with DCI high schoolers, but we also need a few additional host families. Click here for more info.

Bidding Extended! Get Your Hands on One-of-a-Kind Student-Restored Furniture in the Upcycle Design Auction!

Support our 9th- and 10th-grade Upcycle Design class and take home a one-of-a-kind piece of restored furniture! Students have created a beautiful collection on display at DCI, and you can bid online through Sunday, June 8 at 8:00 p.m. Proceeds go toward supplies for future classes. Questions? Email Mr. Wright at taylor.wright@dcinternationalschool.org. Thank you for supporting our students!

Spread the Word! Register Now for DCI Summer Camp!

Are you looking for a language camp to help your child practice their Chinese, French or Spanish? Are you interested in Chess or role playing game (RPG) camp? Sign up now for DCI’s Summer Programs running between July 14th and July 25th, 2025 for rising 6th through 9th graders! For more information and how to register, visit our Summer at DCI webpage. Campers do not have to be enrolled at DCI to participate so help spread the word!

Upcoming Events

REMINDER: No After School Activities on Wednesday, June 11th

Due to high school graduation and early dismissal on Wednesday, June 11th, no after school activities will take place on this date. Thank you for your flexibility and understanding. 

Let’s Welcome Our New Families on Tuesday, June 10th – Potluck Style!

Dragon Induction – a ceremony that officially welcomes DCI’s incoming 6th graders – is taking place next Tuesday, June 10th at DCI! After the ceremony, we will host a potluck from 6:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. in the Main Cafe and we would love your help and support in sharing a meal with our new families! Please bring a dish to share and stay to meet our new families. Reach out to our Family Engagement Liaison with any questions: brian.garcia@dcinternationalschool.org. 

Check out the Last Free Grab and Go Community Market for the School Year!

DCI’s free Grab and Go Community Market is back with canned goods, cereal, fresh produce, and more! All families and community members are welcome. Our final market is Monday, June 9, from 3:30–5:30 p.m. Spread the word to anyone in need! Questions? Contact Beverly Coleman or Brian Garcia at beverly.coleman@dcinternationalschool.org and brian.garcia@dcinternationalschool.org.

Neighborhood Clean-Up on June 7th!

Join us for a neighborhood clean-up on Saturday, June 7 from 10 a.m.–12 p.m.! We'll tidy up around DCI, Fort Stevens Field, and nearby streets – a great way to care for our community and enjoy the outdoors together. Interested? Fill out the volunteer form. Questions? Email Brian Garcia at brian.garcia@dcinternationalschool.org.