Investments in children provide opportunity.
An educational system that levels the playing field is the key to unlocking opportunities for all students and for reducing income inequality in the long run. DCFPI works to make sure all families have access to high-quality early care and education options during the critical developmental stage from birth to age three. DCFPI also advocates for more strategic investments in both DC Public Schools and Public Charter Schools to ensure every student in the District receives a quality education that will prepare them for adulthood.
Featured Publications & Resources
Blog
Study of School Funding Formula Presents Opportunity to Involve the Community
By Qubilah Huddleston • September 24, 2019 • Early Child & Pre-K to 12 Education
Report
What’s In the Proposed Fiscal Year 2020 Budget for Early Childhood Development?
By Ed Lazere • April 5, 2019 • Early Child & Pre-K to 12 Education
Report
What’s In the Proposed Fiscal Year 2020 Budget for PreK-12 Education?
By Ed Lazere • April 3, 2019 • Early Child & Pre-K to 12 Education
Testimony
Testimony of Ed Lazere At the Budget Oversight Hearing on DC Public Schools
By Ed Lazere • March 29, 2019 • Early Child & Pre-K to 12 Education
Op-Ed
From Principals to Pencils: How DC School Budget Is Set and How You Can Get Involved
By Ed Lazere • Hill Rag • February 5, 2019 • Early Child & Pre-K to 12 Education
Blog
DCFPI Celebrates the Adoption of “Birth to Three For All DC”
By Marlana Wallace • July 18, 2018 • Early Child & Pre-K to 12 Education
Blog
Limited School Funding Can Lead to the Misuse of Extra Resources for Low-Income Students: A Closer Look at ‘At-Risk’ Funds
By Marlana Wallace • April 13, 2018 • Early Child & Pre-K to 12 Education