Woodson is a premiere and trusted institution of secondary learning that promotes access and opportunity for scholars to not only be successful in the world, but to be change agents and architects of the world they live in.
William E. Massey, Principal
Home of the Warriors
“We prepare scholars to be competitive in their post-secondary pursuits while providing a learning environment where scholars feel loved, challenged, and prepared“
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Woodson is part of the DC+XQ initiative, a partnership between District of Columbia Public Schools and the XQ Institute
Once a Warrior, Always a Warrior
Why Choose Woodson?
- Access to more than 10 AP Classes
- Earn Dual Credit for College Courses
- Academy Model Structure
- Championship Athletic Programs
CALENDAR
Our School Calendar is a central hub for all events, schedules, and updates throughout the academic year including community, and extracurricular programs.
ACADEMIES
NAF/Career Academies (Academy of Engineering, Academy of IT, and Academy of Finance) are STEM initiatives to ensure that students are college and career ready.
VISION & MISSION
The core values that shape our educational approach including our commitment to fostering academic excellence and personal growth.
Woodson By The Numbers

4
Career Academies

14
Community Partners

53
Years of History

16
Football Championships
I was an average student walking the hallways who didn’t have a passion. Now I’m surrounded by amazing people, living my dream.
—Leia, Class of 2023
Commencement 2024

Commencement 2024
Student News
Ward 7 Councilman Felder visits H.D. Woodson
March 26, 2025
Paid Summer Job Opportunity in MJT-TV’s Media Academy
March 26, 2025
Community News
DCPS Night at Nats Park Monday May 9th
March 25, 2025
Take the DCPS Family Panorama Survey
March 25, 2025
Breakfast with Principal Massey Wednesday March 26th
March 25, 2025

Join us on Saturday, May 3, 2025, from 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM for our annual Mother’s Day Fish Fry! This free event is open to all—come enjoy great food and great company as we celebrate mothers and mother figures in our community. #dcpsfamilyengagement #thewoodsonway
Parent Resources
Join the Woodson Parent Teacher Organization
The PTO plays a vital role in connecting families, staff, and the community.
DCPS Parent University Workshop Sessions
Parent University is a workshop series for DCPS Parents and Guardians of students.
DC Public Schools Official Website
Find DCPS student and parent resources on the official district website