DC Public School Partners
- Sousa MS
- Johnson MS
- Anacostia HS
- Benjamin Banneker HS
- Bancroft Elementary School
- Payne Elementary School
- Patterson Elementary School
- JO Wilson Elementary School
Open the doors of creativity with our arts education curriculum
Students innovate and excel with our free after-school art classes for youth and young adults ages 8 to 18. From creative skills for elementary, middle school and high school to college prep, we help your child craft a better future, through hip-hop!
Our academy is the premier destination for innovative, creative, and inspiring after-school education. We provide students with the opportunity to excel in their education and pursue their passions with the help of our principal artists and industry leaders. Our culturally relevant curriculum engages students through hip-hop arts and history, building skills across multiple disciplines.
Register for Fall 2025 Academy Classes in Washington, DC
Our Fall 2025 semester runs from September 22nd – December 15, 2025, and registration is now open! Classes are available for students ages 8–18 in Washington, DC. Explore a variety of academy programs and courses designed for youth and young adults. Check out the full list of Fall 2025 classes below and register today to secure your spot for the semester!
DCPS Students: Join Academy After-School Classes
Sign up for free after-school Academy classes in Songwriting, Fashion Design, Stop Motion Photography, DJing, Face & Body Painting, Graffiti, Beat Production, and Podcasting. Explore your creativity, learn new skills, and express yourself.
Available for students at: Kelly Miller, Sousa, Johnson, Hart, Anacostia High, KIPP, and DC Prep.
WBLit Mag Issue 003
Explore the minds of our Fall 2023 academy students in this literary review of poetry, artwork and more.
LOCATION
Our offices and classrooms are located in St. Stephens Church
1525 Newton St NW Washington DC 20010
Bus: H8, S1 & S2 stops at 16th St & Newton St NW directly in front of the Academy
Train: Green Line Columbia Heights stop is an 8-minute walk from the Academy
ACADEMY PROGRAMMING HOURS
After-School In-Person Classes
Elementary (ages 8 to 11)
Middle School, High School and College Prep (ages 12 to 18)
Early arrival and late dismissal can be arranged on a case-by-case basis — please contact david@wblinc.org
Summer Academy
Washington, D.C. and Virtual
Elementary to college-age youth
Monday through Friday
9:00am to 4:00pm
Includes summer book club
CONTACT US
Academy Office Hours
Monday through Friday, 10:00am to 6:00pm
Phone: +1 (202) 667-1192
David Jones — Jr. Assistant Academy Director: david@wblinc.org
Mazi Mutafa — Executive Director & Library Programming: mazi@wblinc.org
ADDITIONAL PROGRAMMING
DC Public Libraries
In Libraries Workshop Hours vary depending on location.
See upcoming workshop schedule
Children's National Hospital
