DC Special Education Cooperative

09/18/2026

We are excited to share our September Newsletter, which features stories that reflect our ongoing commitment to improving outcomes for students with disabilities and the schools that serve them. Highlights include: a student’s reflection on our DC3C summer program, an overview of our back-to-school kickoff with educational leaders, a retrospective on two decades of Medicaid claiming in DC charter schools, and our FY26 annual report. Visit our news page (https://specialedcoop.org/news/) for the full stories.

03/21/2026

In March 2026, we highlight the impactful work being done in our schools to enhance specially designed instruction. From UDL strategies in classrooms to leveraging AI for individualized learning, educators are making strides in accessibility for all students. Join us in advocating for better educational practices that support every learner.

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Email from DC Special Education Cooperative Check out the latest news from the DC Special Education Co-op!     March 2026 UDL in Action: A Demo Classroom Teacher Shares What Works Inside Bridges PCS’s

12/17/2025

This month, we invite you to meet one of the founding teachers at our DCB Demo Classroom. Also, get a glimpse of how we’re cooking up success for all students!
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Email from DC Special Education Cooperative Check out the latest news from the DC Special Education Co-op!     December 2025 Learning Labs in Action: A Demo Classroom Teacher Shares What Works We’re e

12/04/2025

Another Next Steps Fair in the books! We are so grateful for our students, teachers, schools, and community partners. Huge shout out to and for sponsoring this event!

10/07/2025

We are filming with DC Central Kitchen and DCTV today. Can’t wait to share Carlos’ story with you!

10/03/2025

Our September newsletter’s stories were about building bridges: from high school to adulthood, from data challenges to clarity, from UDL theory to classroom practice. See how our community is driving better outcomes for students with disabilities.

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08/22/2025

This is what looks like for Team Co-op! ❤️

08/08/2025

Yesterday was our annual convening for Special Education leaders. It’s going to be a great year!

06/18/2025

🌞 School’s out, but our mission continues! Check out our latest newsletter to catch up on highlights from this spring.
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Email from DC Special Education Cooperative Check out the latest news from the DC Special Education Co-op!     June 2025 Another school year is in the books. We are so grateful for all of the member s

04/08/2025

April is Autism Acceptance Month — a powerful reminder to go beyond awareness and work toward creating school environments where autistic students truly thrive. 💙

At the DC Special Education Co-op, we believe that inclusive schools don’t just happen — they’re built with intention, understanding, and a deep respect for neurodiversity.

In our latest blog post, we explore how schools and educators can: ✅ View autism through a strengths-based lens
✅ Design sensory-friendly, supportive classrooms
✅ Foster authentic communication and social connections
✅ Create a culture where all students feel seen, valued, and supported

📖 Read the full post here:
👉 https://specialedcoop.org/news-articles/understanding-autism-creating-schools-and-classrooms-where-autistic-students-thrive

Let’s keep pushing for progress — because when schools work for autistic students, they work better for everyone. 🙌