The DC Council has opened registration to testify during this year’s Oversight Season , and we want to flag this opportunity early since witness lists tend to fill up quickly. If you are able to share your experience or perspective, please consider signing up now. You can always revise or withdraw your testimony later, but registering early helps secure your spot. After you register, please email executivedirector@dcaeyc.org to let us know. We are happy to support you in pr

We are pleased to share the results of the recent DCAEYC Board of Directors election and to officially welcome our newly elected board members. Thanks to the active participation of our members, the following leaders have been elected to serve on the DCAEYC Board: Dale Brown , Secretary Johnathaan Pannell , Vice President of Membership Austin Lee , At-Large Brandon Howard , At-Large Throughout the election process, members had the opportunity to hear directly from each candi

Due to the winter storm and its ongoing impacts across the region, DCAEYC has made the decision to cancel the Directors’ Nook Leadership Series session 3 that was scheduled for January 29. This decision was not made lightly. The safety and well-being of our members, facilitators, and partners remain our top priority, particularly as weather conditions continue to affect travel and daily operations throughout the District and surrounding areas. The Directors’ Nook series was c

NAEYC has published a new statement, “Every Child Deserves Safety,” speaking to the harm young children are experiencing through immigration enforcement actions across the United States. NAEYC describes children being detained, witnessing raids at schools and child care settings, and experiencing sudden separation from parents and caregivers, all of which can cause fear, instability, and lasting developmental harm. In the statement, NAEYC grounds its message in early childho

To begin 2026, DCAEYC invited members to share their New Year resolutions across our social media channels. During the first weeks of January, we highlighted reflections from members whose voices reflect the realities, hopes, and priorities shaping early childhood education today. Together, these messages point to a shared vision for the year ahead, one rooted in equity, stability, advocacy, and respect for early childhood care professionals. Bridget Hall Watch Bridget’s vide