PEP Advocacy Session
Date and Time:
Tuesday, January 13 at 12:15 pm - 1:00 pm
Protecting DC’s Universal Pre-K (PKEEP) & Teacher Pay Equity (PEF)
Why This Matters — and How Families Can Take Action
Join us for an important discussion on the future of DC’s Universal Pre-K system and the entire birth-to-five early childhood ecosystem.
What We’ll Cover
✔️ Why PKEEP Matters
DC’s free Pre-K program expands access, supports quality, and provides real choices for families.
✔️ Why CBOs Are Essential
Community-Based Organizations like CommuniKids help sustain the whole early childhood system—keeping classrooms stable and infant/toddler care more affordable.
✔️ Protecting the Pay Equity Fund (PEF)
PEF ensures fair compensation for early educators. Protecting this fund is critical for teacher retention, classroom quality, and the long-term stability of PKEEP.
✔️ Current Threats
Recent budget and policy proposals could limit CBO participation, reduce funding, or weaken teacher pay protections.
✔️ How Families Can Help
Learn simple, impactful advocacy actions to support PKEEP, protect PEF, and strengthen the system for the 2026–27 school year and beyond.
Why Your Voice Matters
Family advocacy has helped make DC a national leader in early childhood education. Protecting PKEEP now means preserving quality, choice, and access for future generations.
We hope you’ll join us for this important conversation.
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