This bill authorizes the District of Columbia to issue up to $25 million in tax-exempt revenue bonds for Cesar Chavez Public Charter Schools for Public Policy. The funds will refinance the school’s existing debt and finance specific facility upgrades at its 3701 Hayes Street NE campus, including modernizing classrooms, science labs, the gymnasium, and ancillary spaces. The resolution clarifies these bonds are not general District obligations, will not use public tax credit, and must be approved urgently to avoid delays before a financing term sheet expires on December 31, 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
This bill requires Safe Passage ambassadors - community workers supporting students traveling to school - to complete monthly training in de-escalation, conflict resolution, cultural competency, and recognizing signs of abuse or neglect. It also mandates bi-annual meetings between ambassadors and school administrators to coordinate support for students’ needs. The training focuses on practical interaction guidance (not diagnosis) for students with neurodivergence, special needs, or diverse backgrounds. The bill directly affects ambassadors, schools, and students in 12 designated "priority areas" across Washington, D.C., aiming to improve safety and engagement during school commutes.
The "Disconnect Act of 2025" requires District of Columbia public schools to adopt a policy banning students from using personal wireless devices (such as cell phones, smartwatches, and gaming devices) during the school day. Exceptions include using devices for educational purposes with teacher permission, during health emergencies, or as part of a student's Individualized Education Program (IEP). The policy must provide secure device storage and ensure violations do not result in classroom removal. It aims to reduce distractions and support learning, citing low academic performance in recent district assessments.
