05/18/2026
What is it really like to advocate for career education on Capitol Hill?
Last month, Aria attended Hill Day in Washington, D.C. with the American Association of Career Schools (AACS), joining beauty, wellness, and career-focused school leaders from across the country in conversations with congressional offices about the future of career education.
In her latest blog, Aria shares reflections from those two days, including meaningful conversations with school owners, discussions around the proposed Accountability Framework, and a reminder that behind every policy discussion are real students, staff, and communities.
As the public comment period for the proposed Accountability Framework remains open through May 20, this is an important time for schools, educators, graduates, and industry professionals to share their perspectives.
Read Aria’s firsthand reflections and why these conversations matter.
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(Picture by AACS)