Over the next several weeks, the Council of the District of Columbia is holding several hearings on education related issues....
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How Can the DD Council Support You? Share Your Voice in the Community Survey!
AJE invites our families to participate in a community survey from the DC Developmental Disabilities Council. This survey is an...

Addressing Chronic Absenteeism and Truancy in DC Schools: Criminalization or Restoration?
On Wednesday, October 15, 2025, Advocates for Justice and Education’s Education Justice Attorney, Nadiya Pope, Esq., joined dozens of other...

Rosemary Kennedy Initiative Internships Application – Deadline Approaching! Apply Today.
AJE would like to remind our families that the Rosemary Initiatives Internships Application deadline is Friday, October 24th. Please see...
School Discipline Trainings for Parents and Professionals
AJE is excited to share these upcoming events as part of the Dignity in Schools Campaign’s National Week of Action...

OST Wants to Hear From You!
AJE wants to make sure that families are aware of this opportunity to share their voice and experiences with out-of-school-time...
When Shutdowns Hit, How Will Families Truly Be Affected?
When Shutdowns Hit: How Families in DC Feel the Real Impact At 12:01 a.m. on October 1, the federal government...

Two School Discipline Trainings for Pro Bono Attorneys and Law Students
AJE is excited to share these upcoming events for pro bono attorneys and law students as part of the Dignity...
RevUp Action Alert: Stop New Barriers to Voting
The Election Assistance Commission (EAC) is considering a proposal that would make it harder for millions of Americans — especially...
State Board Monthly Public Meeting: Next Week
October 10, 2025 State Board to hold monthly public meeting next week. To hear from members of the public and...
Upcoming Education Hearings at DC Council **UPDATED 10/15**
Over the next several weeks, the Council of the District of Columbia is holding several hearings on education related issues....

Parent Trainings and Events in October
Know Your Rights Training – School Discipline Law for DC Parents Wednesday, October 15th – Training from 7pm to 8:30pm...