Education Forward DC

Ed Forward DC was proud to support the 2026 Black Male Educators Capitol Summit, a community-building and leadership-focused convening designed to celebrate, elevate, and mobilize Black male educators and leaders!

“We found that if we tell them they’re ready for it, they believe you, and they want to meet that expectation,” Mericola said. Happy #PiDay! Check out how @CenterCityPCS is supporting students to excel in math: bit.ly/4dlzEER

DC has the opportunity to turn real momentum into historic results. At the @OSSEDC Hearing, @jbootsdatanerd of @empowerk12 highlighted why targeted investments in data, math leadership, and modernized assessments matter for DC students. #DCStudentsSucceed

Excited to join @dcpolicycenter this morning for the launch of the 7th annual State of DC Schools! Increased enrollment, higher teacher retention and improved learning outcomes are some of the highlights in this year’s report. Check it out at: dcpolicycenter.org/publications/s…

Transparency and communication help school communities stay informed, engaged, and focused on progress for students. As @jessicahdgiles of @StrongSchlsNow notes, strengthening schools requires continued commitment to what works for DC students. #DCStudentsSucceed

The data backs it up: DC families are feeling the impact of sustained investment in public education.📊 Satisfaction is up. Confidence in college & career readiness is up. Engagement remains strong. Thank you to @FiftyCAN for spotlighting what’s working - and why continued commitment matters. #DCStudentsSucceed

Today is the final day to submit a lottery application for PK3 – Grade 8 for the 2026–27 school year. Applications close at 11:59 p.m. tonight. If you need help, the My School DC hotline is available until 5 p.m. at (202) 888-6336. Apply here: buff.ly/hFU1AVY

Great schools start with great leaders. We're proud to support School Leader Lab's leadership development programs which will begin accepting applications this month: ▶️ School Leader Cohort (SLC) — for current & aspiring principals ▶️ Executive Leader Cohort (EdEx) — for senior education leaders driving system-wide change Applications open March 16. Deadline March 27. schoolleaderlab.org/programs/find-…

What does it mean to build a school around equity? Peter Anderson, CEO of Washington Latin Public Charter Schools, shares his journey from Jamaica to DC and the conviction that every child deserves access to an extraordinary education. bit.ly/4cOq5ht

Today, @MayorBowser announced her plan to increase the Uniform Per Student Funding Formula (UPSFF) by 2.55% in her FY2027 budget. Read our full statement: dccharters.org/blog/statement…

@MayorBowser announced a 2.55% increase to the Uniform Per Student Funding Formula today. Sustained, student-centered investments have helped position DC as one of the fastest-improving urban school systems in the country. As more details of the FY27 budget are released, ensuring funding fairness across all public school sectors remains critical to maintaining that momentum. Read the full statement: dcstudentssucceed.org/the-latest/fy2… #DCStudentsSucceed

“None of this stuff happens in a vacuum.” In a new deep-dive by @K12DiveNews, @DMEforDC @paulkihn emphasizes that DC’s math improvement effort extends beyond the classroom - including family transparency, targeted supports, and a sustained focus on grade-level rigor. #DCStudentsSucceed

New reporting from @K12DiveNews spotlights DC’s math progress - rooted in rigor, consistency, and a relentless focus on student growth. Read more: k12dive.com/news/solving-f… #DCStudentsSucceed

From students to educators, leaders, and advocates—four DC charter alumni share how their education shaped their lives. We talk with Xiomara Santos, Charley Smith, Marquivious Thomas, and Dexter Hooks on the latest Leaders in Conversation. Check it out: youtube.com/watch?v=7RG1ze…

It’s the 100th anniversary of Black History Month, and we’re celebrating by showcasing the “Hidden Figures in our Halls!” 📚 These are the difference makers whose contributions deserve recognition. First up, meet Capital City PCS Head Security Officer, Jeff Hayes! 🥁

Happy Black History Month!
Today, we celebrate Donald L. Hense, founder of Friendship Public Charter School. Mr. Hense is a visionary leader whose accomplishments have served our community and the field of education for decades. A proud Morehouse Collegegraduate who also attended Stanford University for graduate studies, he has dedicated his life to expanding opportunities and empowering future generations through education. #BlackHistoryMonth #BlackExcellence #EducationMatters #VisionaryLeadership #FriendshipPCS #MorehouseMen #StanfordAlumni #CommunityImpact #LegacyOfLeadership

To celebrate #BlackHistoryMonth, we asked DC Charter School leaders to share a Black leader who inspires them. Thank you to Dr. Procope of @HowardUms2, for your leadership and dedication to ensuring Black history remains an essential part of learning at DC public charter schools.

As budget season approaches, @dcpave parent leaders are highlighting priorities that support strong schools today and sustainable outcomes for students tomorrow. Watch the full Budget Video here: youtube.com/watch?v=MO55bC… #DCStudentsSucceed

Ed Forward DC honors the powerful impact of Black educators, students, and leaders this Black History Month. Their legacy inspires progress in our community and schools every day! #BlackHistoryMonth

New reporting from @the_74 shows students from @centercitypcs succeeding in math outcomes, regardless of income or ZIP code - highlighting the real progress happening every day in #DC and what’s possible when schools set high expectations and invest in strong instruction. bit.ly/4qavtia