So honored to join District of Columbia Courts PIO for the investiture of Chief Judge Milton Lee this afternoon. It is clear that he leads with not only judicial acumen, but also with lots of heart and gratitude. CCE is excited to work together with him and all of our Courts in the years to come.

Our special End-of-Year Highlights newsletter is coming soon. Are you on our list? Head on over to the new and improved CCE website, then go to “Get Involved” to sign up for our quarterly emails. courtexcellence.org

SCHA & Greater Washington DC Black Chamber of Commerce would like to thank panelists William Bumpus (DC Department of Employment Services), Charlie Whitaker (Career Path DC) & Paul Winestock, Jr., Business Owner and Returning Citizen, for an info-packed #secondchance hiring webinar last month! Miss out? Watch it right here: scha-dc.org/creating-an-in…

Amazing coverage on our School Jury Education Program in the most recent National Center for State Courts' podcast "Jury Talk!" Thank you to the Hon. Greg Mize for amplifying our work in the District, especially efforts to develop and engage the next generation of jurors. 👏 ncsc-jurystudies.org/jury-talk-podc…

‘Tis the season ... CCE’s Holiday Binge List is here! 🍪 Which of us watched every episode of Nobody Wants This? Who’s jamming out to Chappell Roan? And which staff member is too busy crocheting to care!? See our fave binge-worthy things! Happy Holidays from all of us at CCE ☃️

2024 is a wrap! And we finished out strong 💪 We’re proud of all we achieved this year. Take a look at everything CCE accomplished in our End-Of-Year Highlights newsletter! courtexcellence.org/news-items/202…

CCE is pleased to be at the Swearing In Ceremony for the members of the DC Council. We look forward to working with its members on oversight and equitable legal system reforms in this coming legislative period. Congrats and welcome Council of DC!

Recent WaPo piece on DC's judicial vacancy crisis quotes CCE Exec Director, Misty Thomas Zaleski: “We remain hopeful that there’s a track record of our process working with a Trump White House,” she said, adding, “We hope that they’ll act with urgency.” washingtonpost.com/dc-md-va/2024/…

DYK we offer over 20 committees DC residents can join to make meaningful change in the District? It’s a new year, which means it’s a great time to begin new habits. Consider volunteering your time with CCE! See our opportunities here and get involved: courtexcellence.org/volunteer

Exciting opportunity from DSLBD 👇 The Aspire Incubator Program will offer a community of cohort-based support, developmental training, and business stipends for up to 20 justice-impacted DC residents. Deadline to apply is next week! More info: dslbd.dc.gov/weaspire

Join us in wishing our Policy & Education Associate/resident rockstar Aayushma Bastola a happy birthday!👩‍🎤 Our office fashionista, coffee connoisseur, and go-to resource for the newest and coolest music recommendations, she's also a passionate advocate for justice reform. Enjoy!

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