Tomorrow’s Leaders Are Finding Their Voices Today At the afterschool One World Academy, students from 14 DC schools have been diving deep into real-world issues and proposing solutions to problems that impact everyone, including e-scooter safety, the impact of sexual assault, and rising medical costs. “I enjoy coming to One World because it helps me […]
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Then & Now: The Stories Behind 20 Years of Student Writing Throughout our anniversary year, we’re reconnecting with students, parents, and teachers who have helped shape One World and sharing where their journeys have taken them. And after 20 years of transforming young lives across DC, we’re putting down roots through the Writing Home Project—creating […]
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Welcome to One World’s 20th Anniversary Year Welcome to a special school year for One World Education. This fall marks our 20th anniversary—a milestone made possible by thousands of students, educators, families, volunteers, and supporters like you. As we celebrate where we’ve been, we’re also looking ahead to where we’re going. Last year, we helped more […]
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As we close One World’s nineteenth year, I want to thank every student, teacher, family member, donor, partner, staff member, and Board member who has been part of this journey. This short video captures reflections I shared at the recent One World Challenge. Stay until the end to hear about the best decision I made […]
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Learn more about One World’s year of student voice and impact.
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We’re just six days away from the One World Graduation Celebration on June 15, and we’d love to celebrate with you! Join us from 6:00–8:00 p.m. at the Eaton Hotel Rooftop for an evening honoring exceptional students, educators, and community leaders whose work is making a difference across DC. We’ll recognize One World Champions Margie Yeager and Naomi […]
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Last week, our students took the stage—sharing ideas they had spent months researching, writing, and refining. They spoke about issues shaping their lives and their communities, and they did it with confidence, clarity, and purpose. Because of you, that moment was possible. Now, we’re building on that momentum. Today, we’re launching our Graduation Campaign, with a […]
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This year, the One World Academy served 184 middle school students from 17 DC schools. This past Friday, some of these students presented at the One World Challenge to propose solutions to real-world issues—addressing everything from unsustainable housing prices to energy use at AI data centers. They spoke with clarity, confidence, and purpose, sharing not […]
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At the One World Academy, middle school students are finalizing their presentations to showcase at the One World Challenge on Friday, April 24th, at the National Housing Center. Our prepared and passionate students will deliver dynamic presentations about topics such as: equitable access to water, ICE entering houses without warrants, the effects of plastic pollution on marine […]
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