Mary McLeod Bethune Day Academy Public Charter School

02/19/2026

News Update!

MMBDA Newsletter

08/23/2025

Welcome back, Eagles for school year 2025-2026! Our first day of school for grades K-8 is on Monday, August 25. School opens for breakfast at 8:15 AM, and classes will begin at 8:30 AM for both campuses. The first full day for PreK students is Thursday, August 28. PreK students can attend from 1:00-4:00PM on the day of their scheduled home visit from August 25-27. They can also stay for aftercare if they have registered until 6:00 PM on these dates

02/07/2025

Thank you DC Public Charter School Board for recognizing our school!

Did you know many DC public charter schools are named after influential Black leaders? ✊🏽

Let’s explore how these schools are shaping future leaders in the District. First up, Mary McLeod Bethune Day Academy Public Charter School!🖤

12/12/2024

🌟 Discover the Excellence at Mary McLeod Bethune Day Academy - An IB World School! 🌟

Are you searching for a school where your child can thrive academically, socially, and creatively? Look no further! At Mary McLeod Bethune Day Academy, we are committed to nurturing the leaders of tomorrow. Join us for one of our upcoming Open House events at both our campuses and see why we're the perfect choice for your family.

✅ Small Class Sizes
✅ Enriching Learning Environment
✅ Dual Language Program for PreK3-5th Grade
✅ Middle School Latin & African American History Classes
✅ Environmental Science Lab
✅ STEAM-Focused Curriculum

🎵 Be inspired by our Highly-Acclaimed Drumline
🤖 Innovate with our LEGO Robotics Team
👩‍🍳 Get creative in our Culinary Arts Afterschool Program
🏀 Cheer for our Sports Teams
📚 Achieve more with Afterschool Tutoring

Come see what makes our school a place where learning knows no limits. Let’s work together to prepare your child for a future of success and global citizenship.

📅 Open House Dates:
📍 Brookland Campus: December 17; January 14, 28; February 11, 18, 25 at 10:00 AM
📍 16th Street Campus: December 18; January 15, 29; February 12, 19, 26

💻 Learn more or register for an Open House: www. mmbethune.org; Email us at [email protected]
📞 Questions? Call us at [202.459.4710]

🌟 Mary McLeod Bethune Day Academy: Building scholars, leaders, and innovators! Discover. Lead. Excel. We're MMBDA.

09/20/2024

This week, our 2024 Annual Report was released!

This report compiles the public charter sector’s yearly accomplishments, and is a great way to better understand our authorizing work while learning more about the schools we oversee. View the report here: https://bit.ly/4fpEYG2

Front Cover 🎨: Dameechy Coates, Grade 8, Mary McLeod Bethune Day Academy Public Charter School
Back Cover 🎨: Grade 5 Students, Elsie Whitlow Stokes Community Freedom Public Charter School

09/20/2024

Dr. Jestine Mayberry, a seasoned educator and instructional technology expert, is welcomed as the new Chief Academic Officer at Mary McLeod Bethune Day Academy Public Charter School. With extensive experience in STEM, curriculum and assessment, educational equity, and technology, she drives impactful initiatives at MMBDA.

04/13/2023

Mother's Day is coming soon. MMBDA will host a Mother and Daughter Tea on May 20! Click here for updates:

Please click here for information on our upcoming Mother and Daughter Tea scheduled for May 20.

04/13/2023

Click here to learn more information about our 2023 Summer Boost program!

Click here to learn more about our summer school program for students!

04/13/2023

MMBDA will observe Spring Break April 17-21.

04/13/2023

Welcome to PSO's school spotlight of the week. We are glad to feature Mary McLeod Bethune Day Academy PCS in our school spotlight this week. Mary McLeod Bethune Day Academy Public Charter School, an IB World School, is dedicated to meeting the educational needs of all students. The purpose of education at Mary McLeod Bethune Day Academy Public Charter School is to provide students with learning experiences that lead to academic development, talent development, and an everlasting love for learning.

Here's a link to their website: https://www.mmbethune.org/

12/10/2022

Greetings from our principals at the Brookland and Northwest campuses!