December 13, 2018 | Vol. 4, Issue 50
Dear Washingtonians,
It's that time of year again: the new year is just a few weeks away, and now it's time to register for the Fit DC Fresh Start 5K Run/Walk. This annual event is my favorite way to kick off the new year - with hundreds of Washingtonians from across all eight wards, cheering each other on and having fun.
Each year, we pick a new location for the 5K. Almost one year ago, we kicked off the Year of the Anacostia with a 5K at Anacostia Park. This year, for our fifth New Year's Day 5K, we'll be right across the river in the Capitol Riverfront neighborhood.
The best part of the Fresh Start 5K? It's fun, relaxed, and a great way to get a happy, healthy start to 2019. Register today and encourage your friends and family to do the same.
See you there, DC.
Sincerely,
 The My School DC lottery application for school year 2019-2020 is now open. My School DC is the city’s common application and public school lottery for DC Public Schools (DCPS) and the majority of public charter schools (grades PK3-12).
Families must use the My School DC lottery application to apply to:
- DCPS PK3 / PK4 programs (including programs at in-boundary DCPS schools);
- DCPS citywide and out-of-boundary schools (PK3-12);
- DCPS selective high schools (9-12); and
- all participating public charter schools (PK3-12)
The application deadlines are February 1, 2019 for grades 9-12 and March 1, 2019 for grades PK3-8.
Have questions or need help with your application? Call the My School DC hotline at (202) 888-6336, Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. or email info.myschooldc@dc.gov.
For more information and to apply, go to www.myschooldc.org.
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 With the federal government's open enrollment deadline quickly approaching, Washingtonians are reminded that they have until January 31, 2019 to get covered and stay covered through DC Health Link.
DCHealthLink.com, the District’s state-based health insurance exchange established under the Affordable Care Act, provides health insurance to more than 16,0000 residents through the individual marketplace and more than 77,000 people through the small business marketplace. Until January 31, 2019, residents can go to DCHealthLink.com to shop for, compare, and enroll in affordable, high-quality insurance plans.
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 The Department of Parks and Recreation (DPR) is offering free lifeguard training certification courses for residents ages 15 and up. DPR employs the International Lifeguard Training Program (ILTP) to train and certify lifeguards to work at both indoor and outdoor aquatic facilities throughout the District.
Learn more and register HERE.
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 As Mayor Bowser prepares for her second term, she wants to hear from DC residents. District residents are encouraged to share their DC story. Together, let's dream big—let's find new ways to spread prosperity and opportunity across all eight wards.
Go to dc2me.com to share your DC story, your fresh ideas, and your shared vision for the future of Washington, DC.
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 This week’s District Minute features stories about EdFEST 2018, the new DC School Report Card, and My School DC.
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 The District Department of Transportation (DDOT) is the District agency that manages and maintains transportation infrastructure in Washington, DC. DDOT's mission is to enhance the quality of life for District residents and visitors by ensuring that people, goods, and information move efficiently and safely with minimal adverse impact on residents and the environment.
DDOT has an opening for a Bicycle Program Specialist. This position is responsible for performing a wide variety of assignments to ensure an effective district-wide Bicycle Program, with a special emphasis on bikeshares, dockless vehicles, and bicycle parking planning. All details regarding this vacancy, including qualifications, can be found by visiting the job announcement.
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