AJE news, events and resources to help you feel informed and ready to exercise your power.
As we prepare for the new school year, during this second summer of the COVID-19 response, AJE hopes all our readers are safe and well.
We also wanted to share some upcoming deadlines and events with you -
- The DCPS deadline for to apply for Virtual Learning is JULY 30th.
- The US Department of Education has a Town Hall TONIGHT at 8pm.
- DECC is hosting a forum on the Digital Divide August 5th.
Scroll down for more information about any of the above events.
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Events and Resources from AJE & in the Community |
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DCPS Families interested in Virtual Learning - July 30th deadline!
If you have general questions on virtual learning in SY21-22, please reach out to the Office of Integrity at dcps.cio@k12.dc.gov. or call 202-442-5885 (Option 2). If you have questions about medical eligibility for virtual learning, or the medical consent and certification form process, please contact the Student Health team at medicalconsent@k12.dc.gov.
If your student has a medical need and requires virtual learning during the upcoming school year, the deadline to register for this program is extended to July 30. The only way to receive virtual instruction during the 2021-2022 School Year is by submitting a completed medical eligibility form signed by your child’s doctor or nurse practitioner. You can review the form and read an FAQ for families at dcpsreopenstrong.com/sy21-22/virtual.
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Do You Need Help Talking to your Health Care Provider about the Return to In-person School?
The Administration for Community Living has been working with a group of federal and non-federal partners to develop a COVID-19 decision guide for families with children with special health care needs, and they are seeking the assistance of DC families with beta testing this decision guide, you can find it here, or at AJE's blog here.
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DC Developmental Disabilities Council (DDC) is seeking Councilmembers
The DC Developmental Disabilities Council (DDC) seeks to strengthen the voice of people with developmental disabilities and their families in DC in support of greater independence, inclusion, empowerment, and the pursuit of life as they choose. DDC strives to create change that eliminates discrimination and removes barriers to full inclusion through our advocacy.
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Youth engagement opportunity with NTACT-C
As an initial step in this process, NTACT:C in partnership with a core advisory group of youth/young adults is hosting an informational and outreach webinar on August 3, 2021 at 2:00 PM (ET). You can learn more here.
AJE families with youth how are 14 or above and thinking about transition planning, may want to look at AJE's updates from REAL Transition resources, available here and updated monthly.
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DECC Connect Us! Student-Led Summit on the Digital Divide – August 5, 2021
DECC is hosting a student lead conversation about the digital divide on August 5th at 4pm. More information and registration details here and here. |
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Social Media Toolkit
AJE has designed a toolkit to help you turn your everyday social media platforms into a tool for advocacy!
We have provided the social media handles for the DC Council members, examples and quotes taken from previous testimony given by AJE's staff, as well as sample graphics to use on your platforms. Use the sample tweets and graphics as a guideline on what to share on your own Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook accounts. This simple and easy guide is a great way to have your voice heard and share your opinion about the things that matter most to you!
Access the social media toolkit HERE! |
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Navigating the 2021-2022 School Year
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How to file a complaint with the Office of Civil Rights under the US Department of Education.

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The US Department of Education is hosting a National Parents Town Hall TONIGHT at 8pm
You can find more find more information, including how to register at AJE's website.
Panelists from the US Department of Education and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) will answer parents’ questions and address concerns around the return to in-person instruction. Spanish interpretation and close captions will be available.
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Summer Meals!
If you have questions about other food programs, please see here - https://coronavirus.dc.gov/food#6
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Legal Resources for DC residents
There is a new COVID-19 resources page at www.LawHelp.org/DC that has information about legal resources and social services available in the District of Columbia during the COVID-19 public health emergency.
This “one-stop-shop” of useful information can help answer questions about:
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About AJE:
Advocates for Justice and Education is the federally designated Parent Training and Information Center and the Health Information Center for DC. AJE seeks to empower families, youth, and the community to be effective advocates to ensure that children and youth, particularly those who have special needs, receive access to appropriate education and health services.
Our passion is empowering families by equipping parents and students with disabilities with the tools they need to be their own advocates.
Have questions? We are here to educate, advocate and empower. Contact us today!
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Advocates for Justice and Education, Inc.| (P) 202.678.8060 | (F) 202.678.8062 |
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