Our public schools need our support now more than ever. Like many urban school districts, Washington, DC schools consistently perform poorly in reading and math, with most schools (both traditional and charter public) failing to meet the requirements of the federal No Child Left Behind Act. Meanwhile, our public school facilities are old, outdated and in disrepair-a distraction to learning. As a result, our schools are failing to meet the needs of our children and communities.

While the need is stark, today there is a remarkable opportunity for meaningful change. Our citizens, superintendent, elected officials, community leaders and business leaders are all committed to improving instruction and modernizing school buildings. Together we can support our school leaders in accelerating school improvement, so that within 10 years every child in Washington, DC will receive a top-notch education at a high-performing school in a great building.

EdBuild brings the capacity and expertise to support school leaders in accelerating school improvements, both facility modernizations and academic improvements. School leaders benefit immediately from the expertise and support of EdBuild’s staff, advisers and supporters, who bring a demonstrated track record building effective partnerships with parents, community members, private sector, philanthropic sector and all levels of government to create successful outcomes for children.

We invite you to learn more about EdBuild’s work and how you can join our team to create and sustain high-performing schools.  Specific opportunities for partnership include:

Community Members: A wide cross-section of Washington, DC education, community, policy and business leaders have contributed to and continue to support EdBuild’s partnership with our school leaders. Please contact us to learn more about supporting EdBuild as an adviser or volunteer.

School Leaders: DCPS schools are chosen for the EdBuild partnership by the Superintendent, typically on the basis of facility need, available space and academic need.  Charter schools may apply to be an EdBuild partner at any time; only high-performing charter schools are eligible for the partnership. 

Philanthropic Partners: As a local nonprofit organization, EdBuild relies on financial support from individuals, businesses and foundations.  Please contact us to learn more about contributing to EdBuild’s pre-development fund to accelerate school modernizations, or supporting EdBuild’s academic services which improve student achievement in the classroom. 

“My experience has shown that good schools are at the core of community development, and I believe the EdBuild will bring needed resources that can support the development of high performing schools in the neighborhoods we all serve.”
-  Greg Roberts, Executive Director, Children, Youth and Investment Trust Corporation

“This ANC shares EdBuild’s interest in increasing the number of high-performing schools and the development of community schools to address the broader needs of neighborhoods in which they are located.”  - Robert King ANC5A12 Commissioner