DC Special Education Cooperative

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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DC Special Education Cooperative March 2026 Newsletter 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

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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DC Special Education Cooperative December 2025 Newsletter 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

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!

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

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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DC Special Education Cooperative September 2025 Newsletter Email from DC Special Education Cooperative Check out the latest news from the DC Special Education Co-op!     September 2025 Demonstration Classrooms Drive Growth for Students with Disabilities  Las

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

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

🌞 School’s out, but our mission continues! Check out our latest newsletter to catch up on highlights from this spring.
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DC Special Education Cooperative June 2025 Newsletter 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

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. 🙌

We're excited to share our March 2025 newsletter, highlighting our commitment to enhancing educational experiences through student voice, work-based learning opportunities, and strategic Medicaid claiming initiatives that support our students. We're also getting an early start on Autism Acceptance Month! https://conta.cc/4iSg6HM

We are rebooting our stakeholder newsletter! We are so proud of the work we do, please spend a few minutes getting to know the Co-op! https://conta.cc/3YFrv6B

DC Special Education Cooperative October 2024 Newsletter Email from DC Special Education Cooperative Check out the latest news from the DC Special Education Co-op!     October 2024 Disability Employment Awareness: Every Day is an Opportunity to Empower Our