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Demand for career and technical education has definitely grown in DC in recent years.

What might our policymakers do to increase the number of interested students getting in on these life-changing education paths?

Learn more: http://bit.ly/4qamhui
How Can We Help More DC Students Access Career and Technical Education?
Summary CTE programs combine classroom learning with real-world experience, leading to a 93% graduation rate and higher future wages for students who don’t pursue four-year degrees. Key barri…
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December 17, 2025 at 11:00 PM
Career and technical education offers a powerful pathway for success after high school.

Class of 2019 grad Syamyia Beach is a prime example, launching her career in hospitality while studying at Ballou High's Academy of Hospitality and Tourism.

Explore how we might expand ... http://bit.ly/4qamhui
December 17, 2025 at 1:00 PM
Certificate tracks aren't the same as high school diplomas. But families don't always get clear information about what graduation looks like for their students with learning disabilities.

Our latest explores how we can improve.

Learn more here: http://bit.ly/4kOYc9A
Certificates, Diplomas, and Putting Students with Learning Disabilities on Paths to Success
Summary Students with IEPs in D.C. can be routed toward certificate tracks due to systemic barriers rather than individual needs. Certificates of IEP completion are not equivalent to diplomas and c…
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December 11, 2025 at 3:27 PM
Join us tonight for our monthly working session: https://bit.ly/4rGoY8S.

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December 3, 2025 at 10:00 PM
Certificate tracks aren't the same as high school diplomas. But families don't always get clear information about what graduation looks like for their students with learning disabilities.

Our latest explores how we can improve.

Learn more here: http://bit.ly/4kOYc9A
Certificates, Diplomas, and Putting Students with Learning Disabilities on Paths to Success
Summary Students with IEPs in D.C. can be routed toward certificate tracks due to systemic barriers rather than individual needs. Certificates of IEP completion are not equivalent to diplomas and c…
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November 26, 2025 at 7:37 PM
Only 24% of students report feeling safe at school.

Our panel on restorative justice helped us explore protections and repair-focused approaches that center the student who experienced harm.

Learn more: https://bit.ly/3XsEVRU
How Can Restorative Practices Restore Safety, Dignity, and Trust?
Summary Restorative practices work best when the student who experienced harm feels safe, has real choices about participation, and can share their perspective in a supported way. These approaches …
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November 20, 2025 at 10:04 PM
Restorative practices are a continuum: proactive circles, conversations, and formal conferences.

Safety first, accountability always, community connected.

Learn more: https://bit.ly/3XsEVRU
How Can Restorative Practices Restore Safety, Dignity, and Trust?
Summary Restorative practices work best when the student who experienced harm feels safe, has real choices about participation, and can share their perspective in a supported way. These approaches …
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November 18, 2025 at 3:09 PM
Restorative practices are a continuum: proactive circles, conversations, and formal conferences.

Safety first, accountability always, community connected.

Learn more: https://bit.ly/3XsEVRU
How Can Restorative Practices Restore Safety, Dignity, and Trust?
Summary Restorative practices work best when the student who experienced harm feels safe, has real choices about participation, and can share their perspective in a supported way. These approaches …
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November 14, 2025 at 6:03 PM
How can schools restore safety, dignity, and trust after harm?

Restorative justice practices that center victims require accountability to repair relationships.

Learn more: https://bit.ly/3XsEVRU
How Can Restorative Practices Restore Safety, Dignity, and Trust?
Summary Restorative practices work best when the student who experienced harm feels safe, has real choices about participation, and can share their perspective in a supported way. These approaches …
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November 13, 2025 at 11:00 PM
Restorative justice does not mean no consequences. Students who cause harm are asked take responsibility and repair relationships.

Learn more: https://bit.ly/3XsEVRU
November 13, 2025 at 1:00 PM
Certificate tracks aren't the same as high school diplomas. But families don't always get clear information about what graduation looks like for their students with learning disabilities.

Our latest explores how we can improve.

Learn more here: http://bit.ly/4kOYc9A
Certificates, Diplomas, and Putting Students with Learning Disabilities on Paths to Success
Summary Students with IEPs in D.C. can be routed toward certificate tracks due to systemic barriers rather than individual needs. Certificates of IEP completion are not equivalent to diplomas and c…
bit.ly
November 12, 2025 at 3:25 PM
Certificate tracks aren't the same as high school diplomas. But families don't always get clear information about what graduation looks like for their students with learning disabilities.

Our latest explores how we can improve.

Learn more here: http://bit.ly/4kOYc9A
Certificates, Diplomas, and Putting Students with Learning Disabilities on Paths to Success
Summary Students with IEPs in D.C. can be routed toward certificate tracks due to systemic barriers rather than individual needs. Certificates of IEP completion are not equivalent to diplomas and c…
bit.ly
October 29, 2025 at 2:31 PM
Certificate tracks aren't the same as high school diplomas. But families don't always get clear information about what graduation looks like for their students with learning disabilities.

Our latest explores how we can improve.

Learn more here: http://bit.ly/4kOYc9A
Certificates, Diplomas, and Putting Students with Learning Disabilities on Paths to Success
Summary Students with IEPs in D.C. can be routed toward certificate tracks due to systemic barriers rather than individual needs. Certificates of IEP completion are not equivalent to diplomas and c…
bit.ly
October 6, 2025 at 7:07 PM
Attention students!

We want to know how your school year has started off! Come tell us at our October 8 listening session :) Sign up today: http://bit.ly/4pmYat8.

Eager to hear from y'all! Deadline to register is TODAY. More details ⬇️
October 5, 2025 at 4:33 PM
One size doesn't fit all.

Experts urged DC to offer multiple rigorous math pathways that keep doors open for college and career.

Why it matters for students today? Learn more here: http://bit.ly/3IOjl6L
October 3, 2025 at 5:07 PM
"Math should be a pump, not a filter."

Multiple rigorous math pathways such as Calculus, Statistics, Data Science can expand opportunity. But equity requires supports, teacher training, and transparency.

Our new blog explains: http://bit.ly/3IOjl6L
October 2, 2025 at 7:00 PM
Balancing budgets. Comparing loans. Understanding health data. Math shapes daily life—and careers.

But are DC's graduation requirements preparing students for these realities?

Learn more in our blog: http://bit.ly/3IOjl6L
October 1, 2025 at 10:53 PM
September spotlight: Bernice Butler & Anna Mayer show how student voice is shaping education policy in the nation's capital and beyond.

Read their #NASBEStandard piece here:
https://bit.ly/465sKP5
September 30, 2025 at 6:35 PM
Hey students!

How have your weeks of school been? How can we help lift up your needs - be they safety, mental health or academic?!

Register today to share at our upcoming town-hall event: http://bit.ly/4pmYat8.

Deadline to register is October 5.
September 30, 2025 at 3:27 PM
DC students deserve math pathways that match their futures.

Should Algebra II → Calculus remain the only "advanced" option? Or should Statistics, Data Science, and Quantitative Reasoning also count?

Learn more in our new blog: http://bit.ly/3IOjl6L
September 30, 2025 at 12:45 PM
Attention students!

We want to know how your school year has started off! Come tell us at our October 8 listening session :) Sign up today: http://bit.ly/4pmYat8.

Eager to hear from y'all! Deadline to register is October 5. More details ⬇️
September 29, 2025 at 8:46 PM
As September closes, we're proud that@DCSBOE is being recognized nationally for elevating #studentvoice.

Bernice Butler & Anna Mayer's op-ed in NASBE's #NASBEStandard reflects this commitment.

Learn more here: https://bit.ly/465sKP5
September 25, 2025 at 4:38 PM
Attention students!

We want to know how your school year has started off! Come tell us at our October 8 listening session :) Sign up today: http://bit.ly/4pmYat8.

Eager to hear from y'all! Deadline to register is October 5. More details ⬇️
September 24, 2025 at 7:16 PM
Civics education thrives when students are seen as partners in policymaking.

See how DC SBOE supports such partnership in NASBE's latest #NASBEStandard.

https://bit.ly/47XXT9t
September 23, 2025 at 4:28 PM
Attention students!

We want to know how your school year has started off! Come tell us at our October 8 listening session :) Sign up today: http://bit.ly/4pmYat8.

Eager to hear from y'all! Deadline to register is October 5. More details ⬇️
September 22, 2025 at 9:56 PM