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The Daily Rundown — The Latest News Affecting Women & Girls in Our Region

Friday, August 27th, 2010

In today’s rundown: A new study links poverty to depression among mothers. | Efforts to narrow the racial achievement gap in D.C. public schools stall. | D.C.’s first woman varsity football coach takes to the field tonight for Coolidge High’s season opener.

The Daily Rundown — The Latest News Affecting Women & Girls in Our Region

Wednesday, August 25th, 2010

School_bus_invasionIn today’s rundown: Local school districts win millions in federal funds.  |  Get to know more about D.C.’s public schools on DC Public Education Learning Tours.  |  And local attorneys general join others in a national call to shut down Craigslist’s adult services section.

The Daily Rundown — The Latest News Affecting Women & Girls in Our Region

Monday, August 23rd, 2010

For Sale SignIn today’s rundown: Why D.C. needs to change the affordable housing law.  |  Test results show that a disparity in education in Arlington has created two-tier public education system.  |  And honoring the women who shaped history in Montgomery County.

The Daily Rundown — The Latest News Affecting Women & Girls in Our Region

Monday, August 16th, 2010

In today’s rundown: “Why girly jobs don’t pay well.”  |  Back-to-school help for students of all ages and circumstances.  |  Ways to fix D.C.’s youth employment program for next summer.

The Daily Rundown — The Latest News Affecting Women & Girls in Our Region

Friday, July 30th, 2010

In today’s rundown: A Grantee Partner testifies about the unique challenges formerly incarcerated women in D.C. face.  The same Grantee Partner — Our Place DC — also discusses how the female condom could empower women.  And tax holidays for back-t0-school shopping are coming up in Maryland and Virginia.

The Daily Rundown — The Latest News Affecting Women & Girls in Our Region

Wednesday, July 28th, 2010

Female_condom_packIn today’s rundown: D.C. increases distribution efforts for the female condom.  The number of local children living in poverty is well above the national average.  Elementary schools that serve impoverished students in Fairfax County will be given extra funds for more teachers and summer classes.

Low-Income Students and Career Choice

Tuesday, July 13th, 2010

Ever wonder how career counselors help community college students choose their future goals?  Today’s guest blogger, a local counselor, lets us know what works, what doesn’t and how we can change the way low-income student parents think about their futures.

The Daily Rundown — The Latest News Affecting Women & Girls in Our Region

Monday, July 12th, 2010

World_Aids_Day_RibbonIn today’s rundown: The president prepares to reveal the first national AIDS strategy.  |  Emergency legislation could keep all District residents cool this summer — even those who are behind on their bills.  |  A new high-education reform panel is formed in Virginia to increase access to college.  |  DC’s only community college finds success less than a year after opening.

The Daily Rundown — The Latest News Affecting Women & Girls in Our Region

Thursday, June 24th, 2010

In today’s rundown: As the economy continues to struggle, community college enrollment is on the rise.  But rising enrollment and tight budgets could be bad news for some students.  |  IT remains a growing profession, yet women are leaving the field in droves.  |  The only woman to pitch in the Negro American League could be honored in D.C.

The Daily Rundown — The Latest News Affecting Women & Girls in Our Region

Thursday, June 17th, 2010

In today’s rundown: The basic costs of raising a child.  |  More students are saving money by beginning their college careers in community colleges before transferring to public universities.