Because many parents do not realize that they always have a right to enroll in their DCPS In-Boundary School, AJE wants to remind families that every home address in DC has an assigned DCPS elementary, middle, and high school that can serve most students, some students with disabilities might not be placed in their in-boundary...
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Specialized Training of Military Parents from STOMP
On May 19, 2025May 19, 2025
AJE is part of a national network of Parent Training and Information Centers; AJE serves DC families. To find your parent center, visit the Center for Parent Information and Resources. The network also includes STOMP, Specialized Training of Military Parents, which supports military families and those supporting military families. STOMP offers virtual workshops across multiple...
Strong Start (esta es una publicación bilingüe)
On May 19, 2025May 2, 2025
Esta es una publicación bilingüe. El post en español sigue al inglés. AJE would like to share information about the Strong Start DC Early Intervention Program (DC IEP) Information for Families. DC’s IEP provides support and services to families with children, from birth through three, with developmental delays and disabilities. If you have any concerns...
Wellness Event for LGBTQ+ women and allies.
On May 16, 2025May 16, 2025
AJE wants to make sure that families know about this event today! As part of our Pride Month kickoff, join the Mayor’s Office on Women’s Policy and Initiatives for a health screening and resource fair celebrating the wellness of LGBTQ+ women and allies. This community-centered event will bring together local health providers, wellness experts, and advocacy organizations for...
OSSE Public Feedback Session: Reimagining High School Graduation Requirements
On May 15, 2025May 15, 2025
AJE wants to make sure that DC families are aware of this opportunity to share their voice! OSSE Public Feedback Session: Reimagining High School Graduation Requirements May 28 5:30 pm – 7 pm Microsoft Teams OSSE is soliciting feedback from District stakeholders on what students should know and be able to do by the time...
DPR Summer Program Registration Opens on Tuesday, May 13 and Wednesday, May 14
On May 12, 2025May 12, 2025
AJE is happy to share this announcement from the DC Department of Parks and Recreation and reminds families that students with disabilities can register for these programs and have a right to reasonable accommodations and modifications that allow them to participate. CUSTOMER CONTACT: DPR Customer Care: (202) 673-7647 CONTACT: Michael Tucker (DPR) – 202-717-4242; michael.tucker@dc.gov...
Housing resources
On May 12, 2025May 2, 2025
AJE does not coordinate housing or homeless services, however, we know that this is something that many families need support with. Therefore, we are sharing these resources other families have found helpful. We hope they are helpful to you. The Landlord Tenant Legal Assistance Network (LTLAN) is often the best place to start. Unrepresented tenants...
I Dream PCS Relinquishes Charter, School Will Close at the end of the School Year
On May 12, 2025May 2, 2025
AJE would like to inform families that I Dream PCS has relinquished its charter. Please read more below from the DC Public Charter School Board (DC PCSB): As part of its oversight responsibilities, the DC Public Charter School Board (DC PCSB) conducts rigorous evaluations to assess school performance against academic, financial, and operational standards. During...
Hope Community PCS to Close at the End of the 2024–25 School Year
On May 10, 2025May 2, 2025
AJE wants families to have the information they need to navigate a school closure successfully, which is why we are sharing these posts from the school and the DC PCSB regarding the closure of Hope Community PCS at the end of the year. Of course, AJE is always willing to help families navigate these decisions....
Citywide survey on the use and impact of restorative justice philosophy and practices
On May 8, 2025May 2, 2025
AJE wants to share this opportunity to provide insight about restorative justice philosophy and practices in District of Columbia (DC) schools with the community. Please note that survey collection ends on May16th. Dear DC Education Community Member, We hope you are taking care during this time. SchoolTalk is excited to launch a citywide survey on the...
Important Reminder for Parents: Home and Hospital Instruction (HHI) Policy
On May 6, 2025May 2, 2025
We want to ensure that you have all the information you need about Home and Hospital Instruction (HHI). This is a vital resource for families when students need educational support outside of the traditional classroom setting. Key Information for Parents: Where to Find HHI Policies: Each Local Education Agency (LEA) is required to post their...
DC Math Task Force Survey / El Grupo de Trabajo de Matemáticas Encuesta
On May 6, 2025May 2, 2025
AJE wants families to know that OSSE is collecting information from community stakeholders on math education, training and instruction in the District. Findings from the survey will inform members of the DC Math Task Force in the development of a math education report to Mayor Bowser and the DC Council. Educators, school administrators, instructional coaches, family members and other community...