It’s the final week of summer vacation for D.C. Public Schools’ students, and the city’s Department of Human Services held a “Back to School Party” at The Fields at RFK Campus on Tuesday.

“Today’s about community. It’s about the District, it’s about families, and it’s about young people,” DHS Chief of Staff David Ross said. “It’s about ensuring our youth have everything they need to be successful in school, in life and in the District.”

Ross was on hand to highlight everything his agency does, including its Youth Services Division.

“We’re offering services that support families and parents. So we want to make sure the community knows we’re here to support them,” Ross said.

A DJ played music from the soundstage while others served pizza, sandwiches and drinks to the kids. Others staff

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