KIPP DC WILL Academy
KIPP DC WILL Academy’s mission is to help their students grow into confident, driven, and exemplary citizens who are prepared for their futures. Our students take pride in bettering themselves and achieving academic success. Upon completion of eighth grade, WILL students have the choice to move onto KIPP DC College Preparatory or other competitive high schools in the region.
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Established
2006 -
Grades Served
5-8 -
Enrollment
320
"At WILL Academy, our students develop the academic and traits necessary to positively influence the world around them in meaningful ways. A great education is an invaluable tool for future success, and our teachers work tirelessly to ensure that their students feel prepared for high school, college, and beyond."
Jerry Jellig, Principal, KIPP DC WILL Academy
Academics
WILL Academy fosters rigorous and supportive learning environments that prepare students for academic success in high school, college, careers, and beyond.
Students are engaged in a diverse curriculum of not only literacy, math, social studies, and science classes, but also art and physical education.
Teachers at WILL Academy are committed to supporting the social-emotional development of their middle school students by developing close relationships with their students and families—ensuring a smooth transition into adolescence.
Extracurriculars
WILL Academy offers their middle school students a number of activities to grow as citizens and scholars, including: Girls on the Run, Cheerleading, Basketball (boys & girls), flag football, DC Scores, Gaming League, and Student Government.
