Education
Washington, D.C. has a diverse and dynamic education system that includes public, charter, and private schools. The District of Columbia Public Schools (DCPS) is the main public school system, complemented by a large network of public charter schools. The city is also home to several prestigious universities, including Georgetown University, George Washington University, and Howard University. In recent years, D.C. has focused on education reform, improving academic performance, and expanding school choice through charter school growth and school lottery systems.
Washington D.C. Public Schools
Jackson-Reed High School
Anacostia Senior High School
Ballou High School
Eastern Senior High School
Calvin Coolidge High School
Colleges/Universities
Georgetown University
George Washington University
Howard University
American University
Catholic University of America
Public Library
Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Library
Georgetown Neighborhood Library
Mount Pleasant Neighborhood Library
Cleveland Park Neighborhood Library
Tenley-Friendship Neighborhood Library
EDUCATION NEWS
Navajo Nation Advocates for Educational Support
Washington D.C., October 7, 2025 News Summary In Washington D.C., representatives from Arizona public school districts gathered to advocate for the Federal Impact Aid program, crucial for funding schools serving Native...
Texas School Districts Prepare for Federal Government Shutdown Impact
Texas, October 7, 2025 News Summary As the federal government shutdown continues for a third day, Texas school districts are preparing for potential challenges ahead, particularly for low-income families. While the...
Zeta Charter School Students Tour Capitol During Government Shutdown
Eighth-Graders from Zeta Charter Schools Experience Unique Tour of Capitol Amid Federal Government Shutdown Washington, D.C. was the buzzworthy destination this past weekend as over 100 eighth-graders from Zeta Charter...
Government Shutdown Leads to IL Texas Trip Cancellation
Texas, October 7, 2025 News Summary A much-anticipated trip to Washington, D.C. for seniors at the International Leadership of Texas (IL Texas) has been canceled due to the ongoing government shutdown....
Washington D.C. Launches The $50 Study for Seniors
Washington D.C., October 7, 2025 News Summary The Digital Pioneers Academy, in collaboration with the Rooted School Foundation, has introduced The $50 Study—a unique initiative providing financial support to seniors. Starting...
IL Texas Cancels Washington D.C. Educational Trip
Dallas, October 7, 2025 News Summary The International Leadership of Texas has canceled its annual trip to Washington D.C. due to a government shutdown. This disappointing decision impacts students involved in...
Marie C. Johns Appointed to King Endowed Chair at Howard University
News Summary Marie C. Johns has been appointed the 2025-2026 Gwendolyn S. and Colbert I. King Endowed Chair in Public Policy at Howard University. This role will allow her to...
Belfield Students Prepare for Washington D.C. Trip
Belfield, September 23, 2025 News Summary Junior and senior students from Belfield High School are preparing for an educational trip to Washington, D.C. organized by the Close Up Foundation. The inaugural...
Washington D.C. Schools Implement Attendance Restrictions at Football Games
Washington D.C., September 23, 2025 News Summary In response to recent violence during school football events, Washington D.C. schools have introduced attendance restrictions to ensure the safety of students and families....