Education

signed · District of Columbia · Legislature Dec 19, 2025

CER 26-0114: Washington School for Girls Expansion Recognition Resolution of 2025

This ceremonial resolution (CER 26-0114) formally recognizes the Washington School for Girls' campus expansion at D.C.'s Town Hall Education Arts Recreation Campus (THEARC), scheduled for a December 9, 2025 ribbon-cutting. It celebrates the $25 million, 33,000-square-foot facility - featuring expanded classrooms, labs, and outdoor learning spaces - as a milestone for the school serving girls in grades 3-8 from underserved communities. The resolution has no binding effect, as it only expresses the Council's endorsement of the expansion's significance for educational equity and community development.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationCelebrates $25M facility expansion for underserved girls' K-8 education, indicating supportive stance on school infrastructure and access85% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Education

signed · District of Columbia · Legislature Nov 28, 2025

PR 26-0293: The Field School, Inc. Revenue Bonds Project Approval Resolution of 2025

This resolution authorizes The Field School, Inc. (a private nonprofit school in Ward 3) to issue up to $25 million in tax-exempt revenue bonds. The funds will finance specific campus projects: building a 15,000-square-foot Innovation Center, renovating the Wonder Building and athletic fields, and improving parking at 2301 Foxhall Road NW. Crucially, the District of Columbia will not be liable for repayment - the bonds are non-recourse, meaning the school, not public funds, must repay them. This resolution directly affects The Field School’s ability to finance its campus improvements without using District tax revenue or credit.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationAuthorizes $25M tax-exempt bonds for private school infrastructure (Innovation Center, renovations), directly improving educational facilities per bill's purpose.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Education

signed · District of Columbia · Legislature Nov 28, 2025

PR 26-0355: Richard Wright Public Charter School Revenue Bonds Project Approval Resolution of 2025

This bill authorizes the District of Columbia to issue up to $22 million in tax-exempt revenue bonds to finance renovations, building improvements, and refinancing of existing debt for Richard Wright Public Charter School at 475 School St., SW. The bonds will be used directly by the school (the "Borrower") for facility upgrades, construction, and related costs, with the District having no financial liability or obligation to repay them. The resolution confirms the bonds are "without recourse to the District" and do not constitute a general obligation or pledge of the District's taxing power, as required by the Home Rule Act. The school, a 501(c)(3) charter school, will receive the bond proceeds as a loan from the District.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationAuthorizes $22M in bonds for school facility upgrades, directly funding infrastructure improvements at a public charter school.90% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Education

signed · District of Columbia · Legislature Nov 28, 2025

PR 26-0345: Early Childhood Academy Public Charter School Revenue Bonds Project Approval Resolution of 2025

This bill authorizes the District of Columbia to issue up to $15 million in tax-exempt revenue bonds to refinance costs for the Early Childhood Academy Public Charter School. The funds will specifically cover the school’s facility at 885 Barnaby Street SE in Ward 8, including refinancing prior debt used for acquiring and renovating its 37,700-square-foot building, construction costs, and related expenses. The bonds are structured so the District bears no financial liability - proceeds will be loaned directly to the school, and the District won’t use its taxing power or credit. This resolution is procedural, approving the bond issuance under the Home Rule Act without creating new public obligations.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAuthorizes tax-exempt bonds for public school facility refinancing, enabling tax-efficient funding of essential education program without district liability.85% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationAuthorizes $15M in bonds to refinance school facility costs (acquisition, renovation, construction), directly funding K-12 infrastructure for a public charter school.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Education

signed · District of Columbia · Legislature Nov 21, 2025

B 26-0433: Early Childhood Educator Pay Scales Emergency Amendment Act of 2025

This bill updates minimum pay scales for early childhood educators in Washington D.C. starting January 2026, directly affecting child care facilities and their assistant/lead teachers. It establishes specific annual salary tables based on credentials (e.g., $48,736/year for CDA-certified assistant teachers, $71,010/year for bachelor’s-level lead teachers). Child care facilities receiving funds from the Early Childhood Educator Pay Equity Fund must use those monies to meet these new minimums. The law also requires annual reports analyzing salary competitiveness, regional comparisons, and funding needs to adjust future pay scales.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationIncreases pay for early childhood educators via mandated salary tables ($48k-$71k) and requires use of dedicated funds to meet new minimums, directly supporting teacher compensation.95% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentEstablishes mandated minimum pay scales for educators, directly increasing wages based on credentials and requiring fund usage to meet new standards.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Education

signed · District of Columbia · Legislature Oct 10, 2025

B 26-0348: Special Education for Young Adults in the Custody of the Department of Corrections Second Emergency Amendment Act of 2025

This bill requires the District of Columbia Department of Corrections to provide free appropriate public education (FAPE) under federal and local law to individuals with disabilities aged 18 and older who are incarcerated in its secure facilities. It specifically mandates this service during the 2024-2025 and 2025-2026 school years for young adults in custody until they reach the end of their eligibility under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). The bill amends two existing laws (the Corrections Act and Corrections Oversight Act) to add this requirement as a new provision. It directly affects young adults with disabilities in DC's correctional facilities who were previously not explicitly covered under these education provisions. The amendment is classified as an emergency measure with a 90-day effective period.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeMandates educational services for incarcerated young adults with disabilities, supporting rehabilitation and aligning with criminal justice reform goals.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationMandates FAPE for incarcerated disabled young adults under IDEA, expanding educational access for a vulnerable population in correctional facilities.90% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Education

signed · District of Columbia · Legislature Oct 3, 2025

PR 26-0296: Special Education for Young Adults in the Custody of the Department of Corrections Second Emergency Declaration Resolution of 2025

This resolution declares an emergency to extend the Department of Corrections (DOC) as the District agency responsible for providing free appropriate public education (FAPE) under federal and local law to eligible young adults (ages 18+ with prior disability identification) in DOC custody. It specifically authorizes DOC to continue its contract with Maya Angelou Public Charter Schools for special education services through the 2025-2026 school year, following a temporary arrangement that expired after 2022-2023. The resolution avoids disruption in mandated special education services for incarcerated youth while permanent legislation (Bills 25-309 and 25-461) remains under review. This is a procedural extension, not a policy change, to maintain existing service delivery during legislative deliberation.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeExtends special education services for incarcerated youth with disabilities, directly supporting rehabilitation programs within corrections to reduce recidivism.85% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationExtends special education services for incarcerated young adults via DOC contract, ensuring continued educational access and compliance with FAPE requirements under federal law.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Education

signed · District of Columbia · Legislature Feb 7, 2025

B 26-0004: Early Childhood Educator Pay Scales Congressional Review Emergency Amendment Act of 2025

This bill updates minimum pay scales for early childhood educators in Washington, D.C., requiring child development facilities receiving funds from the Early Childhood Educator Pay Equity Fund to meet new salary standards starting January 2025. It directly affects facilities that contract with the Department of Health to provide early childhood education services. Key provisions set annual minimums: $51,006 for assistant teachers with a child development associate credential (CDA), $54,262 for those with an associate degree or 60 college credits, and $75,103 for lead teachers with a bachelor's degree in early childhood education. The bill amends the 1979 Day Care Policy Act to align pay with credential levels and takes effect after emergency approval, with transitional requirements for October-December 2024.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill mandates higher minimum pay for early childhood educators, directly supporting teacher compensation and equity in early education services.95% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentSets higher minimum wages for early childhood educators, directly increasing compensation standards for workers in this sector.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Education

signed · District of Columbia · Legislature Jan 17, 2025

PR 26-0006: Working Conditions and Compensation Agreement between the District of Columbia Public Schools and the Washington Teachers’ Union, Local #6 of the American Federation of Teachers Approval Emergency Declaration Resolution of 2025

This resolution approves a collective bargaining agreement between DCPS and the Washington Teachers’ Union (WTU) for approximately 5,400 teachers. It sets wage increases of 4% for FY2024 (as a bonus), 2% for FY2025, 3% for FY2026, 3% for FY2027, and 4% for FY2028, along with annual increases to benefits like optical, dental, and legal coverage. The agreement directly affects DCPS teachers represented by WTU and aims to address compensation and working conditions. The resolution designates it as an emergency to expedite approval.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationApproves 4-3% annual teacher wage increases and expanded benefits (dental/optical), directly supporting educator compensation and working conditions per the agreement.95% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentApproves collective bargaining agreement with multi-year wage increases (4-2%) and expanded benefits (optical/dental/legal), directly advancing teacher compensation and rights.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Education

signed · District of Columbia · Legislature Jan 17, 2025

PR 26-0007: Working Conditions and Compensation Agreement between the District of Columbia Public Schools and the Washington Teachers’ Union, Local #6 of the American Federation of Teachers Emergency Approval Resolution of 2025

This resolution approves a 5-year collective bargaining agreement between DC Public Schools and the Washington Teachers’ Union (covering ~5,400 teachers and school staff). It includes annual salary increases (2% in 2025, 3% in 2026, 3% in 2027, 4% in 2028) plus a 4% bonus for 2024, and expands benefits like dental, optical, and legal coverage with monthly contribution increases through 2028. The agreement, effective 2023-2028, requires $238.9 million in total funding from the Workforce Investments Account. This resolution formally authorizes the agreement without adding new legislative requirements.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill mandates 5-year teacher salary increases (2-4%), 4% bonus, and expanded benefits (dental/optical/legal) requiring $238.9M funding, directly supporting educator compensation and retention.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareExpands dental and optical health coverage for teachers, directly advancing healthcare insurance benefits per bill summary.95% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentApproves 5-year collective bargaining agreement with salary increases (2-4%), expanded benefits (dental/optical), and $238.9M funding - directly strengthens teacher compensation and benefits.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Education