AJE Staff Attorneys Dara Gold and Nadiya Pope recently testified at the Council about what we are seeing in our work with DC families. Dara Gold shared our support for clear staff-to-student ratios in all DC schools and grade levels, our concerns about a lack of guidance from OSSE defining the “general education setting” and...
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Don’t Miss It: DC PCSB November 2024 Board Meeting Tonight at 6:00PM!
On November 18, 2024November 18, 2024
DC PCSB November Board meeting Monday, November 18 at 6:00 p.m. Register to receive the Zoom info HERE View the November meeting agenda HERE Access the meeting materials HERE
New DCPS Middle School Kick-Off and Budget Hearing
On November 18, 2024November 18, 2024
AJE would like to share upcoming DCPS events: Wednesday, November 20th at 6:00 PM: Attend the DCPS Fiscal Year 2026 (School Year 2025–2026) Public Budget Hearing. Register here. Tuesday, December 3rd at 5:00 PM: Join us at the Shaw Neighborhood Library to help shape the future of DCPS’s new middle school opening in 2028! Share...
Hold on to Your Money: FREE Parent Tax Credit Workshop, Nov. 19 @ 5pm-7pm
On November 18, 2024November 18, 2024
Mother’s Outreach Network presents “What You Need to Know: Parents’ & Workers’ Low-Income Tax Clinic” on Tuesday, November 19th, from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM via Zoom. This workshop offers 1-on-1 advice and consultations on tax credits such as: Child and Dependent Care Credit (up to $3,000 per person) Child Tax Credit (up to $2,000...
Mayor Bowser Presents: The 2024 Disability Tech Virtual Summit!
On November 18, 2024November 18, 2024
AJE would like to share: Join us for the 2024 Disability Tech Summit on Thursday, December 5th, and Friday, December 6th, from 10:00 AM to 1:15 PM via Zoom. This a free event highlighting the latest technological innovations and invaluable community resources available to District residents with disabilities. The virtual summit will feature disability tech innovators...
Election Day and Voting in DC
On November 4, 2024November 4, 2024
AJE wants DC residents, especially those with disabilities to know their rights – including their right to vote! Below are some resources from our friends at Disability Rights DC, the Arc of the District of Columbia and the DC Department on Disability Services that can help you understand voting with a disability better. People...
Vaccination requirements in DC for school
On October 28, 2024August 7, 2024
AJE wants families to know that DC’s policy regarding school exclusion for failure to vaccinate (or request an exemption) changed in 2023-24. Remaining compliant with vaccinations is still required in all grades. However, starting in the 2023–24 school year, students who are not compliant with immunization requirements will only be excluded from school if they...
Strong Start Virtual Family Support Groups – Transitioning to School
On October 21, 2024October 21, 2024
Strong Start is hosting its last family support group at the end of the year with the topic of: Transitioning to school. Transitioning to school can be an overwhelming process. Families will discuss the importance of taking a holistic approach and focusing on how to enhance their child’s strengths and educational experience. Register here for Thursday,...
DDOT Child Safety Seat Program
On October 21, 2024October 21, 2024
AJE would like to share information about the the Child Safety Seat Program. This program aims to ensure children are safely secured while on the road. Please share with your networks and read more information below. The Child Safety Seat Program is operated by DDOT but functions with the help of DC DMV, MPD, and...
Important Updates for DC Families: Mid-Year Applications, EdFEST 2024, 2025-26 Lottery Dates, and Immunization Reminders
On October 21, 2024October 21, 2024
AJE would like to share some important upcoming dates from My School DC regarding the 2024-25 and 2025-26 school year. Read below for more information. [NEW] 2024-25 School Year Mid Year Application Families who have just moved to the District or who want to apply to another public school in the 2024-25 school year have two...
DC’s 2024 Employment First Summit – Friday, October 25, 2024
On October 21, 2024August 8, 2024
AJE is happy to share this event and the opportunity to present with our community. The Employment First Summit is sponsored by the Employment First Planning Committee, which is convened by the DC Developmental Disabilities Council https://ddc.dc.gov/. See below for more information. DC’s 2024 Employment First Summit Supporting Diversity in the Workplace: Creating Accessible and...
DC’s 2024 Employment First Summit – Friday, October 25, 2024
On October 7, 2024August 8, 2024
AJE is happy to share this event and the opportunity to present with our community. The Employment First Summit is sponsored by the Employment First Planning Committee, which is convened by the DC Developmental Disabilities Council https://ddc.dc.gov/. See below for more information. DC’s 2024 Employment First Summit Supporting Diversity in the Workplace: Creating Accessible and...