Originally constructed in phases between 1939 and 1953, Bunker Hill Elementary School prides itself on being a collaborative learning community. Located at the corner of 14th Street and Michigan Avenue, NE, the PK3-5 school offers a rigorous and joyful learning environment.

Principal: Jennifer Tompkins

Call to Action: expanded relationships with community members, and partners who can highlight and support school news and events.

One of the first schools in Northeast to integrate in the 1950s, John Burroughs is an award winning STEM focused elementary school. Nestled in the heart of Brookland along 18th St and Monroe St, NE, the Burroughs students often enjoy learning in their outdoor classroom.

Principal: LeVar Jenkins

Call to Action: In addition to safe passage assistance at the busy intersections, the Burroughs community would like to expand relationships that will focus on empowering their families.

In 2016 Noyes students performed for First Lady Michelle Obama at the White House, recorded a music video with superstar cellist Yo Yo Ma, and performed a production of Annie Kids to rave reviews. Tucked away along Brookland’s busy Franklin Street, this Turnaround Arts school is positive, collaborative, and fun.

Principal: Kermit Burks

Call to Action: Afterschool enrichment opportunities, gifts/talent/skills you are willing to teach for a quarter. Examples include: chess, various visual art forms, coding, legos, etc.

The Brookland Middle School leadership team believes in creating a welcoming environment for ALL students, parents, and community members. There are over 20 clubs and activities for students to join, and the recently remodeled building houses state-of-the-art facilities. Present Biden and First Lady Jill Biden paid a special visit to the school in 2021.

Principal: Kerry Richardson

Call to Action: In addition to assisting with safe passage at 10th St and Michigan Avenue, and Perry St and Michigan Avenue, volunteer support is greatly needed. This support should continue to center and elevate school events. Brookland leadership wants to ensure a sacred pipeline from our neighborhood elementary schools to Brookland Middle School.