Thirty-three formerly homeless social work students celebrated completing the Peer Case Management Institute competitive 11-week program.

D.C. held its first ranked-choice election, and the results represent a potentially significant impact on policing, education, and housing.

In 2022, Georgetown quietly paid a homeless outreach organization to work with the people in the encampment around its new downtown campus.

A variety of barriers make it hard for unhoused families to find childcare when they can’t leave their kids alone in shelters.

The intersection of inclement weather policies, students’ safety, and food security within the District isn’t an issue that should be ignored, because it’s a reality low-income parents face every snow day.

A heartfelt poem honoring teachers’ strength, compassion, and God’s guidance, celebrating their colors, love, and devotion to every child.

Dikla Mashiah reflects on the closure of UDC’s PATHS program, highlighting its impact on TANF families and its lasting legacy.

Well, my jobs were plenty for a while there. After that, I decided to come home from school in South Carolina and attend the University of D.C. It was a time of unrest and financial insecurity. 

We watched from our balcony view as Emmy Award Winner Bill Nye, the Science Guy, charismatically walked onto the stage…

A new bill would make school lunch free for everyone in D.C. But it’s not funded in proposals for the coming year’s budget.

Over 7% of all infants and toddlers in D.C. experience homelessness, according to a recent report. That is more than any state in the U.S.

A new story by Levester Green.

Stephen Lilienthal, a local freelance writer, writes about DC teacher Bernard Jankowski’s new memoir.

Starting in 2024, people living in family shelters will be able to participate in a two-generational education, health and support program.

D.C. students remain unhappy with school food, according to testimony at a Sept. 6 hearing, and reports in prior years.

Donté Turner shares how he’s getting his diploma.

Two bills before the D.C. Council would make it easier for D.C. residents to become a social worker in homeless services.

A new piece by Michele Rochon.

Warren Stevens shares their experience.

Horton’s Kids celebrated the grand opening of its newest and largest community center, Horton’s Hub, on Feb. 3.