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DEADLINE APPROACHING – Family Focus Group Opportunity: Shaping an IPSE Program in Washington, DC

On April 13, 2026April 13, 2026

AJE would like to share an opportunity with our families to participate in a family focus group to explore the possibility of bringing an Inclusive Postsecondary Education (IPSE) program to Washington, DC. See below for more details. An IPSE program provides students with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) the opportunity to continue their education beyond...

Youth Training on the IEP at Woodridge Library at 6pm on Wednesday April 29th

On April 13, 2026April 13, 2026

AJE is hosting a youth-focused training session to review parts of the IEP with young people. During this session, we will go through each section of the IEP to help you better understand each section of the document. Feel free to bring your IEP with you or email it to the presenter (tamiesha.lawrence@aje-dc.org) the night...

Black Maternal Health Week – local events

On April 10, 2026April 10, 2026

AJE is happy to share this information from DC Health about local events happening in DC for Black Maternal Health Week Black Maternal Health Week (BMHW) is a national weeklong campaign, held annually from April 11-17. BMHW was founded by Black Mamas Matter Alliance to advance health equity, raise awareness, build community, and amplify the...

Apply Today Spring 2026 Parent Leadership Academy starts TOMORROW Thursday, April 9th

On April 8, 2026April 6, 2026

AJE is excited to share that the Spring Cohort of the 2026 Parent Leadership Academy will be starting this week, on April 9th, at 7pm. This is a virtual cohort. We are still accepting applications for both sessions, and are looking forward to continuing to invest in DC families as we approach our 30th year....

Family Survey for DC Public Schools and DC Charter Schools

On April 7, 2026April 6, 2026

AJE would like to share two surveys from DC Says, one for DC Public Schools (DCPS) and one for DC Public Charter Schools. These surveys are an opportunity for families to provide feedback and help ensure schools are delivering the best possible experiences for students and families. Please use the links below to access the...

Family Focus Group Opportunity: Shaping an IPSE Program in Washington, DC

On April 7, 2026April 6, 2026

Spring 2026 Parent Leadership Academy starts this Thursday, April 9th

On April 6, 2026April 7, 2026

RISE YES Remote Study: Understanding and Promoting Resilience Among 5th and 6th Grade Students

On April 6, 2026April 6, 2026

The Resilience in Student Education: Youth Engagement in School (RISE YES) project at Children’s National Hospital is conducting a remote study focused on understanding and promoting resilience among 5th and 6th grade students. Caregivers will receive $50 for completing two remote visits and may request a free mental health wellness summary of their child. Teachers will also receive a...

AJE’s new public Events & Training Calendar!!!

On April 5, 2026March 9, 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 –...

Language Justice Is Disability Justice: Why Access Matters Across a Child’s Entire Life

On March 31, 2026March 31, 2026

Washington, DC was one of the leading jurisdictions in the U.S to implement language access laws at the local level. Language access was a priority in Washington, DC, over twenty years ago, with advocacy efforts that led to the passage of the Language Access Act of 2004 (Act). The Act recognizes that District residents who...

Important MySchoolDC Dates: March 31 Lottery Results Available!

On March 30, 2026January 29, 2026

AJE encourages our families to enroll at their matched school by the May 1 deadline to secure their student’s spot for the 2026–2027 school year. We also want to share important upcoming MySchoolDC deadlines so families can stay informed and on track. Please click the link here for more information and see upcoming events to...

Daniela Gonzales-Rious Appointed to DC School-Based Behavioral Health Council

On March 25, 2026March 26, 2026

We’re proud to share that Daniela Gonzales-Rious, AJE’s Health Justice Coordinator, has been appointed as a Family Organization Representative to the DC Coordinating Council for School-Based Behavioral Health. In this role, Daniela will help elevate family voices and advocate for more equitable, accessible behavioral health supports for students across the District. Her lived experience, professional...

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