College and Career Center

The College and Career Center provides information and support to students to help them plan for and achieve their post-graduation goals. It offers assistance with the college application process. It also provides opportunities to meet with representatives from colleges and universities; trade and apprenticeship programs; police and firefighter cadet programs; and other post-secondary opportunities. College and Career Center offerings during the school day are open to juniors and seniors with the permission of their teachers.

Latest Update

9th Grade College Field Trips: Wed, March 5

3 FIELD TRIPS: DEPARTURE TIME 9:00 AM

George Washington University

  • 9:00 am: Meet in Atrium. Bring Metro card.
  • 2:00 pm: Back at J-R

Montgomery College

  • 9:00 am: Meet in front of Auditorium (C wing)
  • 1:30 pm: Back at J-R

UDC Van Ness

  • 9:00 am: Meet in front of Auditorium (C wing). Bring Metro card.
  • 1:30 pm: Back at J-R

2 FIELD TRIPS: DEPARTURE TIME 10:30 AM

American University

  • 10:30 am: Meet in Atrium
  • 2:30 pm: Back at J-R

Catholic University

  • 10:30 am: Meet in front of Auditorium (C wing)
  • 3:15 pm: Back at J-R

Questions? See Ms. Levenson in the College and Career Center or email her.

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Resources

Below is a list of the resources available to you and your student as you navigate the decisions to be made during high school.  Each of these resources are listed in the grade-appropriate section as well, but are provided here as an overall reference.

Preparing for College

Creating Your College List

Creating Your College List

Apply to College

Apply to College

Paying For College

Paying For College

Paying For College

Career Guidance

Contact College and Career Coordinators

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Camille Robinson

Assistant Principal

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David Johnson

Pathways Coordinator

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Elizabeth Levenson

College and Career Center Coordinator

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Zuogwi Earl Reeves

College and Career Center Coordinator

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Katherine Wells

Testing Coordinator

Elizabeth Levenson is in her 10th school year at Jackson-Reed High School. She has held several roles at our school, but the common thread among all of them is that she loves helping students. She was an English major at Cornell University, where she learned research and writing skills. She is excited to help students with their college and career search--likely the biggest research project they have worked on in their lives so far.

Zuogwi (Zuo) Reeves possesses nearly a decade of experience in the field of college and career access, where he has diligently served all high schools across the eight wards of Washington, DC. His previous role included facilitating the distribution of a substantial $30 million grant, generously provided over a span of six years by notable organizations such as the Gates Foundation, Ted Leonsis, and The Graham Family. An esteemed Winston Salem State University alumnus, Zuo further honed his expertise by obtaining a Master of Arts degree in religious studies from Howard University School of Divinity. His unwavering commitment lies in ensuring that marginalized communities are at the forefront of accessing essential resources to realize their aspirations and achieve their goals.

Email address: zuogwi.reeves@k12.dc.gov

All News & Events

9th Grade College Field Trips: Wed, March 5

March 2, 2025

3 FIELD TRIPS: DEPARTURE TIME 9:00 AM George Washington University 9:00 am: Meet in Atrium. Bring Metro card. 2:00 pm: Back at J-R Montgomery College 9:00 am: Meet in front of Auditorium (C wing) 1:30 pm: Back at J-R UDC Van Ness 9:00 am: Meet in front of Auditorium (C wing). Bring Metro card. 1:30…

Career and Technical Education (CTE) Field Trip: March 12

February 25, 2025

We are excited to offer a field trip to explore Career and Technical Education (CTE) opportunities! If you’re interested in hands-on experience, industry certifications, and employment pathways, this is a great chance to learn more. Trip Details: 📅 Date: March 12, 2025 📍 Location: Garnett-Patterson CTE Open House (2001 10th St. NW, Washington, DC 20001) ⏰ Time: 1:00 PM – 5:00…

9th-Grade College Field Trips: Wed, March 5

February 16, 2025

Wednesday, March 5, is 9th-grade College Exposure Day! All 9th-graders who have not yet picked up a permission slip to visit a local college should come to the College and Career Center, Room 108A, before school, during lunch, or after school to pick one up. We need to alert Jackson-Reed’s cafeteria staff about the number…

College & Career Exploration Series

February 2, 2025

Career Exploration Lunchtime Series: College & Career Center, 11:45 pm – 12:45 pm Monday 2/3: Electrician Apprenticeships Tuesday 2/4: Nursing Career Pathways Tuesday 2/11: Careers with the U.S. Marine Corps Friday 2/21: Daryl Wright, S.O.M.E. Center for Employment Training. Free training in the healthcare and building trades. Tuesday, 2/4 Presentation: Nursing Careers Ashley Darcy Mahoney,…

Jackson-Reed Career Fair: We Need Your Help on April 4th!

January 26, 2025

Calling all Jackson-Reed Families! Fill out this form if you know a business, organization, or other technical career pathway that can attend the Jackson-Reed Career Fair on Friday, April 4th from 9:30 am – 11:30 am. Our goal is to expose all our upcoming graduates to career pathways they can pursue directly after graduating high…

AP Exam Administration Update

December 15, 2024

Join Your AP Class Section(s) To have an AP exam ordered for them for the May 2025 AP exam administration, students enrolled in AP courses need to join their AP class section(s) with the join code provided by their teacher. Students should log into their College Board accounts, go to “My AP Classroom,” and check…

The 2025–26 FAFSA Form Is Now Open!

November 22, 2024

The FAFSA is the first step to financial aid for all students heading to two-year college, four-year college, and career school. There will be FAFSA Completion Assistance in the Jackson-Reed College and Career Center on the following dates.  Thursday, December 5, 3:30 pm-4:30 pm (UPDATED) Tuesday, December 10, 3:30 pm-4:30 pm Tuesday, December 17, 3:30…

Tuesday Tea Time for Class of 2025 Families!

November 12, 2024

Every Tuesday morning through Tuesday, January 28, 2025, the Senior Counseling team will host a weekly gathering, “Tuesday Tea Time,” from 8:30 am to 9:30 am in the College Counseling and Career Center. Connect with fellow senior parents, senior counselors, and our college and career counselors. Interact and share information about post-secondary planning. Discuss any…

2025 National Merit Scholarship Program

October 13, 2024

Congratulations to the following members of the Class of 2025 for their outstanding performance on the PSAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test. Semifinalist Brylawski, Henry Commended Students Arbelaez, Elena Biswal, Safya Bocian, Sarah Colleye, Margaux Cuaresma, Samara Fox-Fernandez, Ethan Keller-McLeer, Ruadhan Kieffer, Rohini O’Doherty, Indigo Ruben, Gus Steinberg, Ida Zich, Cole Click here for more information…

Virtual Senior Writing Session

October 6, 2024

Mr. Minsker, in conjunction with our College and Career counselors, will be offering an afternoon session around writing your personal statement/college essay. This informative session will be held on Teams from 1:30 to 3:00pm, and students who attend will hopefully make good progress with their essays and their college applications. Below is the information for…

College Fair on Wednesday, October 2

September 28, 2024

Jackson-Reed will be hosting an in-person College Fair this Wednesday, October 2 from 10 am-12 noon in the Aux Gym.  Please, come to the College and Career Center to sign up to attend.   Local Colleges & Universities Attending American University Capitol Technology University Catholic University of America George Washington University Johns Hopkins University Marymount University…

HBCU College Fair

September 26, 2024

Wednesday October 9th HBCU College Fair- Juniors and Seniors Time: 9:30am-11:30am Location: JR Aux Gym