The PAVE Blog
PAVE is dedicated to amplifying the voices of parents from across DC because we know that every parent has a unique story to share. Through the PAVE Blog, parents can continue making their voices heard by sharing those unique stories, experiences, and priorities with our community.
For more information about blogging and features, please reach out to us at communications@dcpave.org. Our team will provide you with the support to craft your story!

Marisa Goldstein: Taking pride in speaking up – for all our kids
Growing up, were you the kind of person who was first to raise your hand to present to the class, or who liked to get

Leigh Sims: Headed down a path that makes sense
From a Public School Teacher to a Budding Policy Buff and the Road that’s Paved with PAVE. The classroom is where my heart is but

Karla Reid-Witt: Stepping out of comfort to step up for change
As quiet as it’s kept, I hate public speaking. Well, it is not really kept quiet, I tell people all the time. Some people are

Miguelina Zapata: Necesitamos OST para los niños en DC // We need OST for children in DC
NOTE: This blog is translated in both Spanish and English. Scroll down to read the blog in English. Tengo tres hijos con personalidades, aspiraciones y

Tara Brown: No RSVP needed to the table, parents! We’re the VIPs
As parents, we are responsible for raising the next generation of citizens. To do this, we take on the role as caregivers. We provide our

Datiece Frazier: Empowering the community to build safe passage
I loved my neighborhood growing up. Walking around, it felt like a block party was happening on every corner. Everyone knew each other and we