At DCAEYC, we know that strong communities are built through connection, shared purpose, and the people who remain committed to showing up for others. We are grateful for spaces that bring leaders together to reflect, build relationships, and strengthen the broader network of support surrounding children, families, and early childhood care professionals. On April 10, DCAEYC Executive Director Berna Artis attended a networking and fellowship event hosted by the Washington Area

DCAEYC is pleased to partner with Kaplan Early Learning to host Celebrating ECE Professionals , a special event dedicated to recognizing the commitment, impact, and professionalism of early childhood education professionals in our community. This gathering will take place on Wednesday, April 22, 2026, at 5:30 PM in the West Boardroom, 7th Floor, 700 Pennsylvania Ave. SE, Washington, DC 20003 . As part of DCAEYC’s ongoing commitment to uplifting the early childhood field, thi

DCAEYC, in partnership with BCDI-DC, is pleased to invite members to a special screening of Make a Circle , a powerful documentary that brings attention to the experiences, challenges, and leadership of early childhood professionals. DCAEYC-BCDI-DC Film Screening: Make a Circle Monday, April 206:30 PM to 8:00 PM Members only RSVP required Limited space available From an award-winning filmmaking team, Make a Circle follows a group of child care providers determined to change

On March 26, the DCAEYC team attended the State of Women and Girls Breakfast and Panel Discussion hosted by the Washington Area Women’s Foundation, a gathering that brought together leaders and changemakers from across the region for an important conversation about the issues shaping the lives of women and girls today. Moderated by Michelle Rice, President of TV One and CLEO TV, the panel featured Doni Crawford, At-Large Councilmember for the District of Columbia, Rebecca Eps

DCAEYC team joined a virtual town hall this week hosted by Under 3 DC, where educators, parents, advocates, and program leaders heard new details from the Office of the State Superintendent of Education, OSSE, about changes to the DC Child Care Subsidy Program and the Early Childhood Educator Pay Equity Fund. OSSE officials said the District will begin a waitlist for new child care subsidy enrollments on May 12, 2026, citing budget constraints and rising program costs. Famili