D.C. Ward 6 Voters Call for Greater Investment in Public Schools

As voters in D.C.’s Ward 6 headed to the polls on Election Day, public education emerged as a key concern. Residents emphasized the need for additional school funding, support staff and greater accountability, while State Board of Education candidate Joshua Wiley discussed the importance of educator representation. Dr. Amber Williams also highlighted the need for services that address students’ needs beyond the classroom. Howard University News Service reporter Lauryn Simmons examines what voters and education advocates expect from their next representative.