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Digital Pioneers Academy is a public middle and high school in Southeast DC open to all students.

10/16/2026

Our culture of Known, Loved, and Respected ("KLR") shows up in many ways -- like these Happy Birthday sticky notes on Principal Pearson's door. Scholars shared birthday wishes and appreciation.

Join us in wishing Principal Pearson many years of good health. 🎂

10/07/2026

⏰ Just 2 days left, DPA families! The Family Survey closes Friday, October 9th, and your feedback helps shape how we support and connect with you.
Let us know if you need us to resend the link.

The race for the PIZZA PARTY is on! Don't let your student's grade miss out. 🍕

10/03/2026

📣 DPA families, we want to hear from you! Look for an email with a survey request and help us understand why you chose DPA and how we can stay connected. Please complete the Family Survey by Friday, October 9th.

The grade with the most responses earns a PIZZA PARTY on Thursday, October 15! 🍕

09/16/2026

📣 DPA Middle School Families: Mark your calendars for next Tuesday, September 22nd for Back-to-School Night. Join us at 4:30 to meet Principal Desai and your child's teachers.

We can't wait to share what's new at DPA!

09/09/2026

✅ Attendance Matters: Every Day Counts!

We are two weeks into the school year and are excited for everything our scholars are learning. Attendance every day is important and we appreciate our families' partnership to ensure scholars are at school every day and on time.

Doors open = 7:45
Middle school tardy = 8:15
High school tardy = 8:30

🕗 More time in school = more knowledge 📚 + success

partnership

09/02/2026

📣 Middle school cheer tryouts are TODAY, Wednesday, September 2nd.

We are so proud of students' hard work and tenacity in Cheer Clinic. At DPA, scholar athletes develop skills in teamwork, leadership, discipline, and academic accountability.

GO PYTHONS!

08/21/2026

📸 Picture day is next Tuesday, August 25th. Please make sure your child is in full uniform.

08/20/2026

We are proud to see DPA CEO Mashea Ashton featured in NOTUS discussing the importance of making college more affordable for DC students.

For some DPA graduates, DC TAG can allow them to attend their college of choice without facing a significant financial gap. As Mashea shared, expanding college access means continuing to break down the financial barriers that stand between students and their dreams.

Read the story here: www.notus.org/metro/dc-college-tuition-assistance

08/13/2026

We can't wait to see our scholars next week! Reminder that next week will be 1:00 dismissal.

Monday, Aug. 17: 6th, 9th & 12th Grade, Mandatory Orientation
Tuesday, Aug. 18: 7th, 8th, 10th & 11th Grade, Mandatory Orientation
Wednesday, Aug. 19: First Day of Classes for ALL Scholars

08/06/2026

📢 Have you purchased uniforms? All scholars must be in uniform the first day of school.

REMINDER: Uniform sale for 6th - 12th grade @ DPA HIGH SCHOOL

Saturday, August 8th @ 10 am - 3 pm
📍 DPA High School, 709 12th St SE

Both middle school AND high school uniforms will be available for purchase!

💳 Payments accepted: All major credit and debit cards (Visa, MasterCard, American Express, Discover), Apple Pay, Cash App, Google Pay, and Samsung Pay, plus 💵 cash

Address

709 12th Street SE
Washington D.C., DC
20003

Website

http://digitalpioneersacademy.org/

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