Medical assistant class of 2016 welcomed “Always work as a team and help one another.” “Start studying the first day of school so you’re not piling it up.” “Don’t doubt yourself. Confidence is key.” This was among the advice the incoming class of Briya’s Medical Assistant (MA) Program received from previous students as they were […]
First class of Briya Medical Assistants recognized The fourteen graduates from the first class of Briya’s Medical Assistant (MA) Program were celebrated at the school’s graduation and recognition ceremony on June 23, 2015. “This is a dream that has definitely come true, and I am grateful for this program and the great people that come […]
Know Your Rights event provides students with valuable resources Briya students learned about their rights as workers, tenants, immigrants, and parents living in DC during Briya’s first Know Your Rights info fair on May 6. Held at Briya’s Ontario Road site, the event was an opportunity for various local organizations to share their resources and […]
Bowser visits Briya student council meeting Mayor Elect Muriel Bowser visited Briya’s student council meeting this fall, where students asked her to continue to support Briya’s family literacy model. Bowser listened to students’ thoughts on how adult education benefits families and helps students integrate into their community. Students also expressed the need for more a […]
Medical assistant students recognized, welcomed In an evening of celebration, students in the first and second classes of Briya’s medical assistant program participated in a recognition and induction ceremony. The class of 2014 was acknowledged for finishing their MA program coursework and for completing or being in the process of completing their 160-hour externship. These […]
Briya PCS Builds Community Schools Program As one of six groups awarded DC community school grants for the 2013-14 school year, Briya is ramping up services to meet families’ diverse needs both in and out of the classroom. In January, social worker Stephanie Mintz joined Briya’s staff as community schools coordinator. Stephanie’s role is to […]
