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Children's Law Center Supporters Among Washington Life's Philanthropic 50
June 14, 2013

Washington Life magazine's June issue names the area's Philanthropic 50, including Children's Law Center supporters Diana and Stephen Goldberg. 

Post Includes Judith Sandalow's Comments on OSSE Leadership Changes
June 12, 2013

An article in The Washington Post includes comments from executive director Judith Sandalow regarding the resignation of the District's state superintendent of education.

Washington Post Editorial Calls for Children's Mental Health Reform
May 30, 2013

An editorial in The Washington Post echoes Children's Law Center's children's mental health report card - hailing DC's success in laying a foundation for action, but highlighting the progress that is still needed.

Letter to The Washington Post Calls for Expansion of Home Visiting
May 26, 2013

In a letter to the editor of The Washington Post, policy director Sharra Greer encouraged the District to expand its home visiting program for young children with a federal grant.

Examiner Reports on DCPS Special Education Efforts
May 16, 2013

DC public schools are trying to reduce the number of children receiving special education services, The Washington Examiner reports. Executive director Judith Sandalow says careful identification is needed for students who do have special education needs.

Examiner Details Lack of Timely Mental Health Services for Children
May 10, 2013

In coverage of Children's Law Center's first Children's Mental Health Report Card, The Washington Examiner notes that the majority of children referred for children's mental health services don't get help in a timely manner. 

Legal Bisnow Covers Healthy Together Event
May 9, 2013

Former Senator Tom Daschle joined Children's Law Center to talk about health care and announce an expansion of Healthy Together, medical-legal partnership for DC's children. Legal Bisnow covered the event.

WAMU Describes 'Promising Beginnings' On Children's Mental Health
May 9, 2013

WAMU reports on "promising beginnings" in improving the children's mental health system in the District, detailed in Children's Law Center's first Children's Mental Health Report Card.

Justice Policy Institute's Fostering Change Report
April 9, 2013

The Justice Policy Institute recently released a report examining outcomes for youth in DC's child welfare system. The report advises investments in mental health, employment, and education services to better support these youth. Executive director Judith Sandalow is quoted in the report's press release.

NonProfit Times Best Nonprofits to Work For 2013 Includes Children's Law Center
April 1, 2013

The NonProfit Times 2013 list of Best Nonprofits to Work For includes Children's Law Center, ranked 8th among medium-sized organizations and 16th overall.

Examiner Highlights New Charter School Special Education Policy
March 27, 2013

The Washington Examiner included quotes from executive director Judith Sandalow in a story about a new policy designed to help special education students at public charter schools.

Huffington Post Reports on Youth Homelessness
March 20, 2013

In a story on youth homelessness and budget cuts that may affect preventive services, The Huffington Post includes a quote from Children's Law Center's Judith Sandalow.

Washington Examiner Previews Truancy Hearing
February 12, 2013

A Washington Examiner story to preview DC Council's hearing on a truancy bill includes quotes from Judith Sandalow.

Commentary Urges Council To Support Programs That Keep Families Together
December 4, 2012

In a commentary for WAMU 88.5, Judith Sandalow encourages the DC Council to support an extension of the Grandparent Caregiver Program and other moves to keep children from entering foster care. 

Special Education Transportation Story Includes CLC Perspective
November 30, 2012

A Washington Post story giving a wider context for an incident where a 4-year-old special education student was forgotten on a school bus includes a quote from Judith Sandalow.

Policy Blog Highlights Children's Mental Health Plan
November 27, 2012

DC activist and policy blogger Susie Cambria highlights Children's Law Center's plan to improve children's mental health in the District.

Washington Blade Features Children's Law Center Adoptive Family
November 21, 2012

In coverage of Adoption Day, Washington Blade featured a young Children's Law Center client and his new adoptive dads. 

Children's Law Center Clients, Attorneys Celebrate Adoption Day
November 20, 2012

Legal Times' coverage of Adoption Day 2012, where judges signed final decrees of adoption for dozens of families, features Children's Law Center clients and attorneys.

Reviewing DC's Family Court After 10 Years
October 8, 2012

Ten years after the Family Court Act went into effect, the National Law Journal looks at DC's Family Court and its progress. Judith Sandalow is quoted.

Post's Capital Business Features Pro Bono "Impact Project"
September 24, 2012

Capital Business features a new pro bono initiative which brings in lawyers from Skadden Arps, LivingSocial, Northrup Grumman and Cisco Systems to provide representation in pro bono cases for clients of Children's Law Center and two other legal services organizations.

“The Children’s Law Center is a gem.  It is a wonderful resource for children and families in our city.” 
-Professor Peter Edelman, 
Chair,
DC Access to Justice Commission

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