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Education, including Early Childhood Education

A stable, secure, and productive school environment has a profound influence on children, particularly those at risk of not realizing their full potential or engaging in potentially harmful activities. When our schools, educators, and students do not receive the tailored support they require, turnover rates for teachers and principals rise, student attendance declines, and we fall short in preparing our youth for adulthood, causing ripple effects and far-reaching consequences across our city.

If we want to fight pervasive truancy, prevent crime, fill District jobs with District residents, and help our students succeed, then we must prioritize educator and student wellness, both financially and emotionally, in early childhood, adult education, and at every level in between.

Legislation Would Revoke DCPS Control Over its Own Contracts 

The D.C. Council’s Public Works & Operations Committee took D.C. Public Schools officials to task in a hearing Thursday, on legislation that would take away their authority to manage their own procurement process.

Opening Remarks: Hearing on the District of Columbia Public Schools Procurement Authority Amendment Act of 2023

Councilmember Nadeau made the following opening remarks at the start of the Committee on Public Works & Operations hearing on B25-0069, the District of Columbia Public Schools Procurement Authority Amendment Act of 2023, which would revoke DCPS' contracting authority.

Equal Access to Changing Tables Required By New DC Council Bill

WASHINGTON – Today, Ward 1 D.C. Councilmember Brianne K. Nadeau introduced a bill to ensure equal access to changing tables in publicly accessible government buildings and newly constructed or substantially renovated public buildings. The bill recognizes that in the District, all families regardless of composition should be able to access space where they can properly attend to the needs of the child in their care. The Equal Access to Changing Tables Amendment Act of 2019 has majority support on Council with co-introduction by Councilmembers Charles Allen and Robert C. White, Jr and co-sponsorship by Councilmembers Elissa Silverman, Mary Cheh, Kenyan

Nadeau Hosts Ward 1 Education Town Hall on Search for Public Schools Chancellor and Deputy Mayor for Education

On September 17, Councilmember Nadeau hosted a Ward 1 Town Hall meeting focused on the search for the District of Columbia Public Schools Chancellor and the Deputy Mayor for Education. The event was an opportunity for residents of Ward 1 to share their thoughts on this search and hear from Councilmember David Grosso, Chair of the Education Committee, and Laura Wilson Phelan, Ward 1 Representative on the State Board of Education. Attendees split into three groups where they worked on and answered questions about their priorities for each position which were shared at the meeting with a representative from the

Nadeau Bill Gives Kids Healthier Beverage Options

WASHINGTON – The healthy beverage choice will be an easy choice for kids and parents under a new bill introduced today by Ward 1 D.C. Councilmember Brianne K. Nadeau. The Healthy Beverages for Kids Meals Act of 2018 aims to reduce childhood obesity by making healthy choices like water, milk, and 100% fruit juices the default beverage option for all restaurant’s kids’ meals in Washington, DC. Families would still be able to order other beverage items upon request at restaurants. The bill is co-introduced by Councilmember David Grosso and is supported by the American Heart Association.

What’s in the Council’s New Budget – Office of Councilmember Brianne K. Nadeau

New Council Budget works to end homelessness, bring recreation and green space to Ward 1. This week the DC Council took the first of two votes on next year’s District budget and it contains some significant wins for Ward 1 and on my priorities of addressing homelessness, supporting small businesses, building affordable housing, and strengthening education. Let’s dive in.

Nadeau Statement on Chancellor Wilson

Baby Boxes, Reducing Gun Violence, Combatting Gentrification – Office of Councilmember Brianne K. Nadeau

Reducing infant mortality with Baby Boxes for all D.C. newborns

Abigail4_(200x148).jpgAiming to reduce the District’s infant mortality rate, last week Councilmember Nadeau introduced a bill that will provide all new parents in the District with a “Baby Box.” The boxes encourage safe sleep practices by serving as a bassinet for infants and will come with essential items for new parents. The bill is modeled after a recent statewide initiative in New Jersey and a long-time program in Finland. A majority of Councilmembers have signed onto the bill.

Bill Provides “Baby Boxes” for All DC Newborns – Office of Councilmember Brianne K. Nadeau

Bill from Councilmember Nadeau aims to reduce infant mortality in the District

WASHINGTON – Aiming to reduce the District’s infant mortality rate, today Ward 1 D.C. Councilmember Brianne K. Nadeau introduced a bill that will provide all new parents in the District with a “Baby Box.” The boxes encourage safe sleep practices by serving as a bassinet for infants and will come with essential items for new parents. The bill is modeled after a recent statewide initiative in New Jersey and a long-time program in Finland. The bill was co-introduced by Councilmembers David Grosso, Robert C. White,

Council Budget supports paid family leave, strengthens social safety net, and expands education funding – Office of Councilmember Brianne K. Nadeau

Today, with my support, the D.C. Council voted to approve the District’s budget for the next fiscal year. We will vote one more time before the budget is final. The new fiscal year begins in October.

The Council worked hard to enhance the Mayor’s budget, and as the new chair of the Committee on Human Services I’m proud of the work I did to prevent homelessness and support those experiencing homelessness. There are also great victories for Ward 1.

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