Helping to keep Washington DC's youth on the path to high school graduation 
Get Involved: Find Out Where You Can Volunteer in DC
There are many opportunities for residents of the DC Metro area to volunteer with district youth. Use our new database search tool to find the best match for your interests, skills, and availability. Search for volunteer opportunities >
New PBS Documentary, "180 Days: A Year Inside An American High School" Features DC MET
Follow the day-to-day stories of students, parents, teachers and staff at the Washington Metropolitan High School (DC MET). This new PBS documentary is an intimate portrait of a public school that attempts to make a difference in the lives of students each and every day. Watch the trailer >
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Me and My Mentor: Share Your Story
With the high dropout rate across the country, middle and high school students in our cities need mentors now more than ever. We've been collecting inspiring stories of DC mentors and mentees to share on our American Graduate DC Pinterest Board. Find out how to share your story here.
Raise DC: Developing a Cradle-to-Career Partnership
Raise DC is a collective call to action led by the Mayor’s Office. The mission of the partnership is to align and connect the city’s resources to provide every young person the opportunity for success. In its first annual report, Raise DC has assembled baseline data describing how the city’s young people are faring in five targeted areas. Read the Raise DC Baseline Report Card >
The Impact of Poverty on Education
One of the significant factors driving low graduation rates is poverty. It reduces access to resources and puts strain on families, schools and communities — all conspiring to prevent a child from being successful. Learn more in a new PBS FRONTLINE documentary, Poor Kids and in related stories from public media. Watch video and see related resources >
A Community Forum with Geoffrey Canada of the Harlem Children's Zone
Presented by the Community Foundation for the National Capital Region, this Socratic Forum features a discussion with Geoffrey Canada about the Harlem Children's Zone and the Promise Neighborhood model of wrapping children in high-quality, coordinated health, social, community, and educational support from birth through college. Watch the forum >
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Local Stories from WAMU 88.5
WAMU education reporter Kavitha Cardoza explores the dropout crisis in Washington, D.C. in a 10-part radio series.
