HIGH SCHOOL
Growing at DPA
Digital Pioneers Academy is a tuition-free public charter middle and high school, open to all students. We empower students to develop marketable computer science skills and habits of innovation so they can experience a future of choice. Our high school currently serves scholars in grades 9-12. Our school is located at 709 12th St SE in southeast Washington, DC.
Values
DPA creates an environment where everyone in our school community lives and models our values.
Commitment
We always hold ourselves and teammates accountable for excellence.
Innovation
We always think critically, creatively, and thoughtfully to solve complex problems.
Results
We always focus on our goals in order to achieve them.
Optimism
We always create the authentic positivity that our scholars and team need, wherever we go, even in tough moments.
Growth
We always ask how we can improve and use data to inform our actions.
Empathy
We always listen and build strong relationships to create a known-loved-respected (KLR) community.
COLLEGE & CAREER
DPA is laser-focused on preparing scholars for college and career success. Through our College and Career office, scholars have access to a college counselor, Common Application support, essay writing practice, and test-taking strategies. Scholars are also able to visit colleges, take SAT/ACT courses, and participate in summer internships.
ACADEMICS
DPA High School is a rigorous academic program anchored in college-preparatory standards and complemented by a rich advisory program for socioemotional learning. Scholars take English, math, science, social studies, and computer science courses. Through partnerships, our high school scholars can also take courses in American Sign Language, AP Psychology, business, animation, and more.
EXTRACURRICULARS & SPORTS
In addition to rigorous academics, we offer extracurricular activities and athletics to help high school scholars prepare for all aspects of college and career.
