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PAVE (Parents Amplifying Voices in Education) @dcpave.bsky.social · 15/06/2026

Hear from Ward 5 Parent Leader Ana Rodriguez, Ward 7 Parent Leader Letisha Vinson, and Ward 8 Parent Leader Cristen Jones about why THEY #Vote4DCKids , and make YOUR commitment to do the same here: link.dcpave.org/commit-to-vote4dckids We hope to see you at the polls tomorrow! 💜🗳️

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PAVE (Parents Amplifying Voices in Education) @dcpave.bsky.social · 14/06/2026

We're concluding our breakdown of the good 🤠, the bad ☹️, & the ugly 🤯 of the FY27 budget for our #ParentPriorities with 💜 School-Based Mental Health 💜 We need to make sure all kids in all schools can access mental health support! Swipe to see how the budget will impact school-based mental health 💸

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PAVE (Parents Amplifying Voices in Education) @dcpave.bsky.social · 13/06/2026

⚽️ Out-of-School Time (OST) Programs 🎨 give our kids a safe place to be after school and in the summer and provide opportunities for them to try new things and grow their skills! Swipe to see the good 🤠, the bad ☹️, and the ugly 🤯 of how the FY27 budget will impact OST programs.

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PAVE (Parents Amplifying Voices in Education) @dcpave.bsky.social · 12/06/2026

DC's kids deserve to be able to get to and from school safely every day! We're continuing our breakdown of the good 🤠, the bad ☹️, and the ugly 🤯 of the FY27 budget for each of our #ParentPriorities with 🚌 Safe Passage to School 🚌 Swipe to see how the budget will impact student safety!

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PAVE (Parents Amplifying Voices in Education) @dcpave.bsky.social · 11/06/2026

We're breaking down the good 🤠, the bad ☹️, and the ugly 🤯 of the FY27 budget for our #ParentPriorities. Next up: 🏫 Specialized School Programs 🏫 We need programs that help kids explore their passions & set them up to thrive not just in school, but in the pathway of their choice after they graduate!

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PAVE (Parents Amplifying Voices in Education) @dcpave.bsky.social · 10/06/2026

With just 1/3 of DC students reading at grade level & 1/4 doing math at grade level, we can't afford not to invest in the policies & practices we know work to drive academic achievement. Swipe to see the good 🤠, the bad ☹️, and the ugly 🤯 of how the budget will impact academic supports for DC kids!

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PAVE (Parents Amplifying Voices in Education) @dcpave.bsky.social · 10/06/2026

💸 The FY27 DC budget has passed its first Council vote. We're breaking down what it means for each of our #ParentPriorities , starting with this year's top priority: 📚 Academics 📚

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PAVE (Parents Amplifying Voices in Education) @dcpave.bsky.social · 08/06/2026

⏩️ Swipe to see why Ward 5 Parent Leader Yvette Selby, Ward 7 Parent Leader Simone Scott, and Ward 8 Parent Leaders Anise Walker & Laura Fitzgerald will be prioritizing DC’s kids & their education when they cast their ballots!

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PAVE (Parents Amplifying Voices in Education) @dcpave.bsky.social · 08/06/2026

🗳️ Early voting opens today! Have you made your plans to #Vote4DCKids ? 🗳️

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PAVE (Parents Amplifying Voices in Education) @dcpave.bsky.social · 02/06/2026

The 2026 Primary election is just 2 weeks away! We need our elected leaders to be committed to our kids & their education - the future of DC 💜🗳️ 🎤 Hear from Ward 5 Parent Leaders Yolanda Anderson & Yolanda Corbett and Ward 7 Parent Leaders DaSean Jones & Davinia Seay about why THEY #Vote4DCKids !

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PAVE (Parents Amplifying Voices in Education) @dcpave.bsky.social · 28/05/2026

📚 Hear from Ward 7 Parent Leader Karla Reid-Witt about why she advocates for literacy!

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PAVE (Parents Amplifying Voices in Education) @dcpave.bsky.social · 28/05/2026

Did you know only 1/3 of DC students are reading on grade level? PAVE Parent Leaders know that for ALL our kids to be proficient in literacy, we need High-Impact Tutoring in ALL schools, High-Quality Instructional Materials in ALL classrooms, & training in the science of reading for ALL educators!

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PAVE (Parents Amplifying Voices in Education) @dcpave.bsky.social · 26/05/2026

Hear from Ward 5 Parent Leaders Yolanda Anderson and Katrice Turner, Ward 7 Parent Leader Dawn Smith, and PAVE's Executive Director Maya Martin Cadogan in this video!

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PAVE (Parents Amplifying Voices in Education) @dcpave.bsky.social · 26/05/2026

🎓 Increase postsecondary planning touchpoints & make sure the onus is not on students to hold the touchpoints 🎓 Clarify that Integrated Math pathways cover Algebra II content by renaming the course Integrated Algebra II 🎓 Do not implement a Practical Studies Diploma for students with disabilities

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PAVE (Parents Amplifying Voices in Education) @dcpave.bsky.social · 26/05/2026

The #PurpleWave testified at last week's @dcsboe meeting to share their feedback on the proposed updates to DC's graduation requirements:

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PAVE (Parents Amplifying Voices in Education) @dcpave.bsky.social · 26/05/2026

As DC reimagines our graduation requirements, we need to make sure they set ALL our students up for success after high school!

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PAVE (Parents Amplifying Voices in Education) @dcpave.bsky.social · 21/05/2026

📣 Hear from Ward 7 Parent Leaders Dawn Smith & Stephanie Griffith-Richardson and Ward 8 Parent Leader Brandi Reese about why Academics is a top #ParentPriority for them!

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PAVE (Parents Amplifying Voices in Education) @dcpave.bsky.social · 21/05/2026

📚 Academics is the foundation for our kids' futures! 📚 PAVE Parent Leaders know that for our kids to succeed in school & beyond, we need to invest in proven academic supports: 🎯 High-impact tutoring 👩🏾‍🏫 Educator professional development 📖 High-Quality Instructional Materials

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PAVE (Parents Amplifying Voices in Education) @dcpave.bsky.social · 12/05/2026

🎙️ PAVE Parent Leader Spotlight! 🎙️ Ward 8 Parent Leader LaSheema Burnett got a shoutout in the testimony from OSSE State Superintendent of Education, Dr. Antoinette Mitchell! Turn up the volume to hear about LaSheema's experience with high-impact tutoring 🔊💜

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PAVE (Parents Amplifying Voices in Education) @dcpave.bsky.social · 08/05/2026

Happy Teacher Appreciation Week to all the teachers! We're sending extra love to the PAVE Parent Leaders who are also educators (some of whom are pictured here!) - THANK YOU for all you do to support our babies, both in and out of the classroom 💜 The future of DC is bright thanks to all of you!!

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PAVE (Parents Amplifying Voices in Education) @dcpave.bsky.social · 04/05/2026

Hear from Ward 7 Parent Leader DaSean Jones about why he advocates for HIT 💜

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PAVE (Parents Amplifying Voices in Education) @dcpave.bsky.social · 04/05/2026

Only 1 out of 3 DC students are reading on grade level, and 1 out of 4 can do math on grade level. High-impact tutoring (HIT) is one of the most effective ways to boost student achievement, helping kids close gaps, build confidence, & love learning.

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PAVE (Parents Amplifying Voices in Education) @dcpave.bsky.social · 04/05/2026

📚 Parents want our education system to invest in academic supports that work for our kids!

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PAVE (Parents Amplifying Voices in Education) @dcpave.bsky.social · 29/04/2026

💸 To keep up our first-in-the-nation academic progress, DC has to keep funding what works for our kids. Join us in asking our leaders to invest in our future by prioritizing academics & whole-child supports in the budget! Add your voice to our budget petition: link.dcpave.org/budget-petition

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Believe In and Invest In DC's Kids!

DC is first in the nation for growth in reading and math. More of our students then ever are reading on grade level. Our parents are the most satisfied in the country around the choices they have for ...

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PAVE (Parents Amplifying Voices in Education) @dcpave.bsky.social · 29/04/2026

Highlights from last week: 📣 Ward 8 Parent Leader Brandi Reese went to the Hill to meet with Congress as part of UPLAN‘s National Gathering 📣 Ward 5 Parent Leader Yolanda Anderson testified in-person for the first time to advocate for high-impact tutoring & educator professional development!

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PAVE (Parents Amplifying Voices in Education) @dcpave.bsky.social · 29/04/2026

PAVE Parent Leaders won’t stop fighting to make sure our kids have the resources & opportunities they need to thrive! In just 1 week, 9 Parent Leaders testified about their #ParentPriorities at the budget oversight hearings for DBH, @dcpublicschools.bsky.social, PCSB, DME, @dcsboe.bsky.social, & OSA

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PAVE (Parents Amplifying Voices in Education) @dcpave.bsky.social · 29/04/2026

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Believe In and Invest In DC's Kids!

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PAVE (Parents Amplifying Voices in Education) @dcpave.bsky.social · 29/04/2026

Highlights from last week: 📣 Ward 8 Parent Leader Brandi Reese met with @eleanornorton.bsky.social's office as part of UPLAN's National Gathering 📣 Ward 5 Parent Leader Yolanda Anderson testified in-person for the 1st time to advocate for high-impact tutoring & educator professional development!

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PAVE (Parents Amplifying Voices in Education) @dcpave.bsky.social · 23/04/2026

🔗 Learn more about what the research, parents, students, AND our Councilmembers have to say about HIT: mailchi.mp/dcpave/hit-f...

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PAVE (Parents Amplifying Voices in Education) @dcpave.bsky.social · 23/04/2026

▶️ Hear from DC students about about the progress they have made with HIT & why their tutor matters in this video!

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PAVE (Parents Amplifying Voices in Education) @dcpave.bsky.social · 23/04/2026

HIT is one of the most effective academic supports, improving students' skills, test scores, attendance, & confidence! 62.4% of DC students are below grade level in literacy, 73.6% are below grade level in math, and 40% are chronically absent–we need to support our kids with programs that work.

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PAVE (Parents Amplifying Voices in Education) @dcpave.bsky.social · 23/04/2026

💸 We need @councilofdc.bsky.social to maintain DC's $3 million investment in high-impact tutoring in the FY27 budget! 💸

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PAVE (Parents Amplifying Voices in Education) @dcpave.bsky.social · 22/04/2026

🗳️🚨 Election Day is just 2 short months away, and we need our candidates to prioritize the future of DC: our kids! Hear from our Parent Leaders, partners, and community members about why they #Vote4DCKids 💜

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PAVE (Parents Amplifying Voices in Education) @dcpave.bsky.social · 10/04/2026

💸 Stay tuned for more updates on education funding after the full budget is released!

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PAVE (Parents Amplifying Voices in Education) @dcpave.bsky.social · 10/04/2026

High-impact tutoring (HIT) makes a big difference for our kids, improving their academic performance, attendance, and confidence! We’re grateful that DC $3 million investment in HIT is maintained in the Mayor's FY27 budget, ensuring students will keep receiving this vital academic support 💜

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PAVE (Parents Amplifying Voices in Education) @dcpave.bsky.social · 10/04/2026

📣 Sound off: Why do YOU want DC kids to be a top priority for our elected officials and candidates?

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PAVE (Parents Amplifying Voices in Education) @dcpave.bsky.social · 10/04/2026

This week we co-hosted Education Forums for At-Large Councilmember and Mayoral candidates, and heard from so many Parent Leaders & community members about why they're prioritizing our kids & their education when they cast their vote. Check out some the reasons they #Vote4DCKids 💜

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PAVE (Parents Amplifying Voices in Education) @dcpave.bsky.social · 10/04/2026

🗳️💜 Election season is upon us, and here at PAVE that means one thing - it's time to #Vote4DCKids !

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PAVE (Parents Amplifying Voices in Education) @dcpave.bsky.social · 02/04/2026

THANK YOU to the Friendship Armstrong team for hosting us and sharing the incredible work you're doing for your students 💜

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PAVE (Parents Amplifying Voices in Education) @dcpave.bsky.social · 02/04/2026

DC already has schools that are implementing the academic practices that we know work for students. Now, we need our policymakers to continue invest in these supports in the FY27 budget so ALL kids across our public education system can access high-quality academics! 💸

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PAVE (Parents Amplifying Voices in Education) @dcpave.bsky.social · 02/04/2026

🫶🏾 Strong classroom culture that fosters a learning-focused environment & builds student confidence ✏️ Kindergarten students flexing their skills in a creative writing activity 🔬 Seeing science & engineering work on display in the halls, showcasing Armstrong's strong academics beyond literacy!

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PAVE (Parents Amplifying Voices in Education) @dcpave.bsky.social · 02/04/2026

Our Parent Leaders were blown away by what they saw! Some of their favorite parts: 📚 Explicit phonics instruction building students' foundational skills 🎨 Freedom of learning for Pre-K students in the Reggio Emilia Learning Center 👩🏾‍🏫 Teachers empowering students while holding high expectations

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PAVE (Parents Amplifying Voices in Education) @dcpave.bsky.social · 02/04/2026

Last year, Friendship Armstrong grew their ELA proficiency rates by 4.5 percentage points for elementary school students & 4.3 percentage points for middle school students, and Armstrong Middle was recognized as a Bold School for how they're moving the needle for students furthest from opportunity.

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PAVE (Parents Amplifying Voices in Education) @dcpave.bsky.social · 02/04/2026

Our Parent Leaders toured Friendship PCS Armstrong campus to see instruction in action & learn about how Friendship uses evidence-based supports like high-quality instructional materials, educator training in the science of reading, and high-impact tutoring to drive student achievement!

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PAVE (Parents Amplifying Voices in Education) @dcpave.bsky.social · 02/04/2026

📖 The best way to understand what strong academics look like in schools is to see them firsthand! 📖

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PAVE (Parents Amplifying Voices in Education) @dcpave.bsky.social · 30/03/2026

✏️ Literacy proficiency in DC is the highest on record – but there’s still more to be done to make sure ALL our babies can read & achieve on grade level. Sign our budget petition & tell our system leaders to keep investing in the future of DC by investing in our kids: link.dcpave.org/budget-petition

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PAVE (Parents Amplifying Voices in Education) @dcpave.bsky.social · 30/03/2026

📗 We attended a Congressional briefing on the READ Act, which would require states receiving CLSD funding to implement evidence-based practices. Shoutout to @dcpublicschools.bsky.social Chancellor Lewis Ferebee, who shared about the progress DC is already making in literacy!

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