A coalition of 503 parent leaders of different backgrounds and schools helped to shape these statements and is asking ALL of our leaders and policymakers to prioritize a parent-led vision for this work, so that DC centers its decision making in the experiences of kids and families.
What comes next?
Beginning on January 23rd, PAVE's annual DC Parent Voice and Choice Week (DCPVCW) will bring PAVE parent leaders and DC’s elected leaders and policymakers together at the John A. Wilson Building! Over the course of 5 days, PAVE parent leaders will chair meetings with decision makers, ask questions, and share their stories and perspectives - including their Statements of Beliefs on OST programs and SBMH!
PAVE parent leaders and Ward 7 Councilmember Vincent Gray at DCPVCW 2020
[left] PAVE parent leaders and Council Chairman Phil Mendelson at DCPVCW 2020
[right] PAVE parent leaders and Ward 5 Councilmember Kenyan McDuffie at DCPVCW 2020
PAVE parent leaders and Ward 4 Councilmember Janeese Lewis George at DCPVCW 2022 *2021 & 2022 DCPVCW were both held virtually. We are excited to be back in-person this January!
The calendar is set!
DCPVCW 2023 is just 1 month away, and we are excited to announce that several meetings are already scheduled!
Monday, January 23
Ward 8 Councilmember Trayon White: 11:30am
Tuesday, January 24
At-Large Councilmember Christina Henderson: 1pm
Wednesday, January 25
Deputy Mayor for Education Paul Kihn: 10am
Deputy Mayor of Health and Human Services Wayne Turnage: 11am
While not yet scheduled, PAVE parent leaders look forward to also meeting with:
Council Chairman Phil Mendelson
At-Large Councilmember Robert White
Ward 1 Councilmember Brianne Nadeau
Ward 4 Councilmember Janeese Lewis George
Ward 5 Councilmember-elect Zachary Parker
Ward 7 Councilmember Vincent Gray
CELEBRATING 2022 PAVE parent leader WINS!
As we #SquadUp for the year ahead, we’d like to take the time to acknowledge some of the amazing policy and advocacy wins of the past year!
Our work is driven by 3,000+ inspiring, selfless, & dedicated parent leaders advocating for the change they want to see in DC's education system. We cannot wait to see what the #PurpleWave accomplishes in 2023.
Ways YOU can get involved!
Testify at a DC Council or SBOE meeting
Testify at a budget hearing
Write a blog to share your experiences with OST or SBMH! Reach out to communications@dcpave.org
