Evan Curdts

Managing attorney for a portfolio of federal education programs with a combined annual budget of $25.4 billion; led negotiations with state and local officials, drafted regulations and contracts, coordinated with DOJ on high-profile litigation, and authored legally binding administrative appeals.

Provided legal guidance to NEA affiliates on education and labor law, produced complex legal research and litigation filings in federal civil rights and First Amendment cases, and led regulatory compliance and advocacy efforts for millions of members.

Conducted research and prepared memoranda supporting the D.C. Housing Right to Counsel Initiative, analyzed landlord-tenant reforms, and developed a digital tool to improve client data collection and analysis.

Drafted court opinions, orders, and findings of fact for the Juvenile and Neglect Branch; managed case files and prepared hearing notes to support magistrate decision-making.

Assisted juvenile public defenders with motions, client interviews, and trial strategy; researched alternatives to detention and impacts of juvenile code amendments to inform advocacy and representation.

Analyzed litigation and legislation on children’s privacy and education law, drafted bill language and public comments, and organized advocacy campaigns promoting data privacy and broadband access for K–12 students.

Supported development and analysis for the National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP), contributing to STEM modernization and culturally inclusive assessment design.

Taught 5th and 6th grade math and science at Holabird Academy, coached baseball and basketball, and managed classroom instruction and student development through Teach For America placement.

Researched education and labor policy issues including ELL instruction and community schools, and prepared policy briefs and reports for syndication across the organization.

Juris Doctor awarded in May 2019 with honors including a 2018 CALI Award for Race & Law and Dean’s List recognition for 2017–2018.

Activities and societies: D.C. Reads Tutoring and Advocacy Program (Coordinator, Advocacy Committee Chair, Community Relations Liaison); Leaders in Education About Diversity (Co-Chair)

Bachelor of Arts in Political Economics awarded in May 2013 with minors in Education & Social Justice and Sociology and leadership roles in student education organizations.