To support the Mayor's Adult Literacy Initiative, 20 Lifelong Learning Coaches were hired, trained, and placed at adult education centers throughout the city to enhance the education services offered. ² 

The DCTAG Program had 5,408 applicants and 5,038 awards being made for the 2003-2004 school year. This figure compares with 5,052 applicants and 4,483 awards for 2002-2003 School Year. ²

Over 600 colleges and universities have signed participation agreements for the DCTAG Program. Colleges range from the University of Alaska to the University of Puerto Rico. ²

The DC Tuition Assistance Grant Program (DCTAG) has increased the amount of grant aid to District residents, from $20 million in the 2002-2003 school year to almost $25 million during the current 2003-2004 school year.  Nearly 4,300 District residents have used the DCTAG to attend 258 colleges and universities throughout the United States. ²

Compared to the nation and the surrounding region, DC had a higher percentage of 3- and 4-year olds enrolled in preschool and a higher percentage of accredited child-development centers in 2003. ³