We’re excited to share with you our 2024 Impact Report, detailing our work over the last year investing in leaders who are committed to recovering and reimagining education in DC and confronting the challenges before us by growing high-quality public school options, addressing racial inequities, recruiting and retaining excellent leaders, and fostering equity-centered change.
Reflecting on this past year, we are filled with pride and a renewed sense of purpose. At Education Forward DC, we continue to stand alongside the visionary education leaders working tirelessly to create high-quality, equitable educational opportunities for all of DC’s students. Together, we are shaping a future where every child—regardless of background or circumstance—has access to an excellent education that empowers them to realize their fullest potential.
This year’s annual report highlights our collective progress in partnership with our grantees and city leaders to address the challenges we see in academic achievement, student well-being, leader preparedness, and educator support.
But we know our work is far from finished. While we’ve seen nominal progress in some of the data, it’s almost a cliché to mention that the lingering effects of the pandemic continue to weigh heavily on students, particularly those who were already furthest from opportunity. Black and brown students, students with disabilities, and English learners still face systemic barriers to success.
These challenges of unfinished learning, chronic absenteeism, and student well-being remain critical concerns. They present a call to action—one that we are committed to answering with even greater focus, collaboration, and determination.
The progress we’ve made together has only been possible through the unwavering commitment of our partners, and we are deeply grateful for your continued support. We hope this report serves as a testament to what we have accomplished for the city’s students and an energizer for the work that lies ahead.
Thank you for pushing forward with us to create a brighter, more equitable future for all of DC’s students.
