AJE is excited to share these upcoming events sponsored by the DC Public Library System with our families! Bilingual Story Time for the Spectrum at Mount Pleasant Library (English/Spanish) Saturday, April 4 – 10:30 a.m. Story Time for the Spectrum at Cleveland Park Library Saturday, March 28 – 10:30 a.m. Saturday, April 25 –...
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Upcoming Advice & Referral Clinic at the DC Bar Pro Bono Center – March 21
On March 6, 2026March 6, 2026
AJE would like to share an upcoming legal clinic hosted at the DC Bar Pro Bono Center. Please see the event details below. Clinic Details Date: Saturday, March 21, 2026Time: 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 noon (intake) Location:The D.C. Bar901 4th Street NWWashington, DC 20001(Red Line to Judiciary Square) In addition to criminal record sealing, volunteer...
AJE’s new public Events & Training Calendar!!!
On March 6, 2026February 25, 2026
We know that many of you have missed our monthly training calendars, and many more have you have been struggling with us as we try to make our online calendar accessible. We heard you! We are thrilled to share that we are transitioning to a new online calendar! Here is the new link –...
REV UP Update from AAPD
On March 5, 2026March 5, 2026
As in previous years, AJE is happy to share this update from REV UP, a project of the AAPD, with our families who might be interested. The 2026 election season has officially begun! Voters throughout the country will be making important choices, from U.S. congressional seats, governors, and state legislatures, to city councils and school...
SchoolTalk Voices of Change
On March 5, 2026February 25, 2026
AJE would like to share information about the Annual Voices of Change Conference by SchoolTalk. This conference is a student-driven gathering for D.C. high school students with disabilities to learn, lead, and act. Participants build skills, share their voices, and explore pathways toward employment and self-determined lives. Guided by a theme chosen by youth leaders,...
TODAY – National Call-In Day to Keep Special Education at the Department of Education
On March 5, 2026March 5, 2026
AJE is sharing an effort that many advocacy groups are engaged in TODAY, March 5th, across the country. More details are below – TODAY is a National Call-In Day to oppose moving oversight and administration of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and the Office for Civil Rights (OCR) from the U.S. Department of...
Coachella’s Accessible+ Program Application
On March 4, 2026March 4, 2026
Coachella’s Accessible+ Program is an immersion experience for BIPOC people with disabilities to attend the festival, build community, and explore careers in the live events industry. The program is led by disabled BIPOC experts and centers disability joy, inclusion, and collective care while offering VIP access, exclusive sessions, and behind-the-scenes tours. Participants gain mentorship, networking...
REAL Transition Partners Webinar TODAY Offered in English and Spanish
On March 4, 2026March 4, 2026
AJE is happy to share these two events from REAL Transition Partners with our community. Both webinars are TODAY, Wednesday March 4th, 12-1 p.m. “Disability-Led Supports Across the Lifetime: The Role of Centers for Independent Living” March 4, 2026 12:00 – 1:00 Link to Register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1982295585458?aff=oddtdtcreator “Servicios de Apoyo Dirigidos a Personas con Discapacidades...
At the Crossroads: Title V, Health Equity, and Urgency at the DC Council Committee on Health Hearing
On March 1, 2026March 5, 2026
At the recent DC Council Committee on Health hearing, chaired by Christina Henderson, one message came through clearly: DC’s health systems are under strain, and children and youth with disabilities and special healthcare needs (CYSHCN) cannot afford instability. The hearing brought together agency leaders, advocates, and community members to discuss the state of DC Health...
Family Support Council Meeting – the DC 2050 Project Overview
On February 25, 2026February 25, 2026
AJE is excited to share this opportunity to advocate for an inclusive and accessible future. Please see this message below from Craig Leen, Co-Chair, DC Family Support Council “On behalf of the DC Family Support Council, I am writing to invite you to an amazing opportunity tomorrow for us to contribute our comments to the...
SchoolTalk Voices of Change
On February 25, 2026February 25, 2026
AJE would like to share information about the Annual Voices of Change Conference by SchoolTalk. This conference is a student-driven gathering for D.C. high school students with disabilities to learn, lead, and act. Participants build skills, share their voices, and explore pathways toward employment and self-determined lives. Guided by a theme chosen by youth leaders,...
Important MySchoolDC Dates: March 2 Deadline for Grades PK3-8
On February 23, 2026January 29, 2026
AJE would like to share upcoming deadlines from MySchoolDC for the 26-27 school year. Please see more information below: February 2, 2026: Application Deadline (Grades 9-12) March 2, 2026: Application Deadline (PK3 – Grade 8) March 31, 2026: Lottery results are available April 25, 2026: Enrollment Saturday May 1, 2026: Enrollment deadline for matched students...
