In the ever-shifting landscape of Special Education, the quote “Change is inevitable, growth is optional” often feels more like a warning than an encouragement. For some Special Education Leaders, constant change and uncertainty can make
Across the United States, the number of students with disabilities has skyrocketed in recent years. Here in DC, many of the Co-op’s member schools report experiencing this increase most acutely in their preschool programs, with
Imagine you’re 14 again—curious, hopeful, and filled with dreams about your future, yet uncertain how to achieve them. Imagine someone guiding you, showing you firsthand what’s possible, confirming your ideal career path, or opening doors
Across DC, public charter schools are reporting increasing enrollment of autistic students, particularly in their Early Childhood classrooms. Many of these students have extensive communication, sensory, motor, and academic needs, and schools are eager for
Recent headlines about Medicaid have highlighted just how important the program is for many families throughout the country, but did you know that Medicaid also plays a critical role in many DC charter schools? More
On March 7, 2025, the DC Special Education Cooperative (the Co-op) successfully brought together educators and school leaders from 28 local charter school districts at the ELEVATE Conference 2025: Using Student Voice Data to Improve