We are a learning community where every student—of every race, socioeconomic status, home language, a E.L.
Haynes Public Charter School is an award-winning Pre-K-12th grade school named for Dr. Euphemia Lofton Haynes, the first African-American woman to receive a doctorate in mathematics and a DCPS teacher for nearly 50 years. Haynes currently serves 1,150 students from every ward in the city.
06/06/2026
Just ONE WEEK until the E.L. Haynes Class of 2026 takes the stage! 🎓🦁 From the classroom to the community, these students have proven what it means to lead with excellence. Let’s get ready to celebrate their journey and their future together!
05/22/2026
Exploring the roots of resistance and the meaning of "home." 🏠✨ Our scholars took to the streets of Mt. Pleasant for a day of walking tours, photography, and deep dialogue. This is what it looks like when the city becomes our classroom.
05/20/2026
Camp Haynes is turning up the heat with STEAM learning! 🔥 Campers explored the science behind building a fire alongside some of their favorite counselors, Ms. Jones, Mr. Wahid, and Ms. Bri.
From understanding how fire works to putting their knowledge into action, learning came to life in the most exciting way. And of course, we could not forget the marshmallow s’mores to celebrate their hard work! Be sure to register by May 29!
At E.L. Haynes, we know that middle school is a pivotal time of transformation. As you can see, our community is built on connection, support, and a deep belief in every single student’s potential.
But we don’t just feel the growth—we measure it. 📈 We are incredibly proud to share that our Middle Schoolers are making huge academic strides this year:
Record-Breaking Reading: Our Middle School recently achieved its highest English Language Arts (ELA) performance rates on record!
7th Grade Turnaround: Our 7th-grade math students showed unparalleled dedication, increasing their pass rate 30 points year over year!
Growth for All: Our At-Risk students, Multilingual Learners, and students with IEPs all achieved their highest 60%+ rates ever in Math.
Behind every one of these numbers is a resilient student and a dedicated educator working together. Are you looking for a middle school where your child will be challenged, supported, and celebrated for their growth?
🎒 Enroll your rising middle schooler at E.L. Haynes today!
05/18/2026
In 2026, the "average student" isn't just a myth—it’s a design flaw.
When we build innovation spaces for the kids who already thrive, we aren't innovating; we’re just polishing the status quo. At E.L. Haynes, we’re tearing up the old blueprint to build something entirely different: The Architecture of Participation.
We’re moving from inclusion-as-a-placement to inclusion-as-an-architecture. Here is what that looks like in the classroom:
The "Margins-to-Center" Strategy: We aren't retrofitting a makerspace for students with disabilities. We are building our Sensory & Arts Studio around them. When you solve for the most complex needs first, the environment becomes more flexible and human for everyone.
UDL at the Core: Our STEM and Literacy Labs aren't "modifying" lessons for some. Through Universal Design for Learning, we are co-authoring curricula that are accessible by default, regardless of how a student’s mind works.
AI as an Equity Multiplier: Efficiency is important, but we’re using AI to bridge gaps for multilingual learners and students with extensive support needs. It’s not just a tool; it’s a strategy for systemic dismantling.
As our CEO Toni Barton put it during the Google Innovation Fellow capstone: "Inclusion isn't a placement decision. It's a participation architecture."
We are done waiting for permission to build a system that actually fits our kids. We’re building the proof instead.
Join us in building Haynes 3.0.
A National Spotlight on Innovation: E.L. Haynes Named Top 10 Finalist at Education Innovation Showcase | E.L. Haynes Public Charter School Next month, E.L. Haynes Public Charter School will step onto a national stage at a pivotal moment in our story. We are proud to share that we have been sele ...
05/04/2026
It’s time to celebrate the heart of E.L. Haynes! 🍎 May 4–8 is Teacher & Staff Appreciation Week, a dedicated time to honor the brilliance of our entire team.
We’re calling on all our families to help us show gratitude. Your support of our educators makes them feel truly valued for helping our students continue to bloom.
04/23/2026
Join us this Saturday for Enrollment Day at E.L. Haynes! 🦁✨We’re making enrollment a party with a moon bounce, raffles, and great food. See you there!
04/07/2026
Our E.L. Haynes 5th graders are taking the stage for Annie Jr., and you’re invited! This production is the result of weeks of hard work, teamwork, and creativity. Come cheer on our scholars as they show off their acting, singing, and dancing chops.
It’s a family-friendly show that’s guaranteed to leave you humming the tunes all the way home!
04/03/2026
We’re moving full STEAM Ahead!
At E.L. Haynes, we believe every child deserves a learning environment that sparks curiosity. 💡 We create environments where learning is hands-on, creative, and rigorous every day. We’re preparing the next generation of innovators, artists, and leaders.
The journey starts now—Enrollment for next year is OPEN! 🎒
04/01/2026
Happy Wednesday! This is a friendly reminder that E.L. Haynes will be closed for students on Friday, April 3, for Staff Professional Development. Our educators are taking the day to collaborate, grow, and design the next chapter of excellence for our students.