Despite the many challenges faced worldwide due to the COVID-19 pandemic, our students with disabilities have faced barriers and restrictions that have been almost insurmountable. However daunting these obstacles have been, when given the opportunity, many of the Co-op’s DC3C students have thrived. DC3C is the Co-op’s program that is...
Volunteer Spotlight: “My eyes were opened!”
This week students with disabilities from across the District are investing in their future. Trading in the typical spring break parties and relaxation, these students will spend the week improving interview skills, learning to manage finances and crafting compelling resumes. Conversely, volunteers from across the area are also giving of...
Volunteer Spotlight: “The Transformation Was Remarkable”
Have you ever seen a young person transform from shy and reserved to confident and prepared? DC3C volunteers see this change first hand when they sit down with bright and capable high schoolers with disabilities to interview them and review their resumes. More than half of DC students with disabilities...
Interview with DC Special Ed Expert and Parent, Molly Whalen
As a longtime DC special education parent advocate, Molly Whalen has worked for 20 years to improve educational opportunities for DC students with disabilities. Molly currently serves as executive director for the District of Columbia Association for Special Education (DCASE), a coalition of non-public and charter schools that provide special...
Shifting the mindset of employers
We at the Co-op have long known that students with disabilities are more than capable of making meaningful contributions to the world of business. Also, we know that when people with disabilities have the chance to secure paid work, they perform better as independent citizens in their communities. Corporations are...
Career Opportunities
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_custom_heading source="post_title" use_theme_fonts="yes"][vc_column_text] It's no secret that DC3C Spring Break focuses on closing the gap between graduating students with disabilities and the many options for career and continuing education in the District. (more…)
Volunteer for Spring Break 2019
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_custom_heading source="post_title" use_theme_fonts="yes"][vc_column_text] [vc_column_inner width="1/2"][vc_single_image source="featured_image" img_size="full" add_caption="yes"] [/vc_column_text][vc_column_text] DC3C is currently seeking eager and motivated volunteers for Spring Break 2019! Our 4th annual DC3C Spring Break program is closing the employment gap for people with disabilities through a weeklong job-readiness program focused on professionalism and interview skills for high...
Volunteer Spotlight: “The Best Way You Can Spend 3-4 Hours”
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_custom_heading source="post_title" use_theme_fonts="yes"][vc_column_text] Do you remember your first interview? Better question: Do you remember if you felt prepared for it? DC3C Spring Break is closing the employment gap through a weeklong job-readiness program focused on professional development and interview skills for high school students. Research shows that when students with...
Making a Difference for Students with Disabilities
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_custom_heading source="post_title" use_theme_fonts="yes"][vc_column_text] [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]We couldn't be more proud of our DC3C students and team! In just a few short years, DC3C has worked with students, their parents, and the DC business community to create a pathway to success for charter students with disabilities once they finish high school. By equipping...