Support the Academies and Volunteer for a Workshop!

Our Academies are going to be busy these next few weeks (and months) preparing academy students for internships and post-graduate opportunities. Below you can review the upcoming workshops and sign up to volunteer as an industry professional. Dress for Success Workshop: Feb, 21st from 9:00 am-12:00 pm LinkedIn Workshop: Feb, 21st from 12:45 pm-3:30 pm…

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

Wednesday, March 5, is 9th Grade College Exposure Day. 9th grade students can choose which one of five local colleges to visit: American University, The Catholic University of America, George Washington University, Montgomery College, or UDC Flagship Van Ness Campus. How to Get a Permission Slip Starting on Tuesday, February 18, 9th-grade students can come…

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Black History Month & Work-Based Learning Event: Meet Warren Shadd

Join us for an exclusive meet and greet with Warren Shadd, a Washingtonian child prodigy and second-generation piano technician! With a rich musical heritage, Warren has been influenced by his father, James Shadd, the piano tuner for the iconic Howard Theater, and his legendary aunt, singer Shirley Horn. Don’t miss the chance to connect and…

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Lunar New Year Celebration RESCHEDULED

Due to inclement weather, the Lunar New Year Celebration was rescheduled for Wed, Feb 26 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 P.M.Come to join us and celebrate with student-led performances and showcases! #TigerPride Sign-Up to Volunteer Here!

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Class of 2025 Reminders

Summer 2025 MBSYEP Registration Now Open (1/27-3/6) The Marion Barry Summer Youth Employment Program (MBSYEP) registration for youth ages 16-24 is now open until Thursday, March 6, 2025. The MBSYEP internship period runs from Monday, June 23, 2025 to Friday, August 1, 2025 for youth who’ve completed the registration, certification process, and orientation. Additionally, schools and partners…

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Softball Tryouts: Feb 25th & 25th

Softball Tryouts will be on February 24th and 25th, from 4:00 pm -6:00  pm on the Deal Middle School Softball Field.  Students must complete their Athletic Clearance ASAP. Winter workouts are on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 3:45 pm to 5:45 pm in the Aux Gym. Contact Coach Thompson (david.thompson@k12.dc.gov) with any questions. Go Tigers!!

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Spring Musical Auditions Next Week!

Audion this week to be a part of the Spring Musical, “The Addams Family!”,  and be part of the triumphant return to our newly repaired auditorium.   Sign up to audition here. Other Events: Dance Workshop – Wednesday, Feb. 12th @ 4:00 in the Choir Room Come meet our choreographer Maya Ramnath as she teaches you…

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MPD Targeted Items

See the list of items identified by MPD that have been the target of robberies in the city.       

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J-R PTSO Presents: “How to College” Event

Join us on Tuesday, March 11th from 5:30 – 7:00 pm in the Jackson-Reed Auditorium for the PTSO’s Community Event: “How to College”. Dr. Andrea Malkin Brenner speaks about the transition to college with high school and college audiences. She has worked with tens of thousands of first-year students, drawing on 25 years of experience…

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