LEARNING AT EVERY STAGE
Education
Explore education and training for adults, school enrollment support for children, family learning, arts programs, and career-connected credentials.
A PLACE TO BEGIN
Start with the need in front of you.
You do not have to contact every organization. Choose the resource that most closely matches your situation, confirm current eligibility, and ask a POH coach for help navigating next steps.
1 Name the outcome: a diploma, English skills, a credential, school placement, or enrichment for a child.
2 Ask about eligibility, cost, schedule, transportation, childcare, and required documents.
3 Compare at least two programs when a choice involves significant time or money.
WASHINGTON, DC DIRECTORY
Trusted places to find help.
These links lead to government agencies, established community organizations, and POH founding partners. Programs and eligibility can change, so confirm details directly.
01 · ADULT LEARNING
OSSE Adult Education and Training
Adult literacy, workforce readiness, integrated education, and career training through eligible providers serving DC residents.
(202) 274-7173
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02 · CAREER CREDENTIALS
UDC Workforce Development
Skills training and professional credentials connected to high-demand fields, with many options offered at little or no cost to District residents.
(202) 274-5000
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03 · SCHOOL ENROLLMENT
My School DC
The common application and information service for DC public and participating public charter schools, with multilingual hotline assistance.
(202) 888-6336
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04 · LITERACY & DIGITAL SKILLS
DC Public Library Adult Learning
Adult literacy, individualized GED and high-school skills tutoring, digital certifications, computer classes, and other learning support.
(202) 727-1616
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05 · ARTS EDUCATION POH FOUNDING PARTNER
Sitar Arts Center
Affordable visual, digital, and performing arts programs for children, teens, and young adults, including out-of-school learning and career pathways.
(202) 797-2145
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06 · TWO-GENERATION EDUCATION
Briya Public Charter School
A two-generation school supporting adult learners and young children through education, family learning, workforce preparation, and community services.
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About this directory
Platform of Hope shares these resources for convenience and does not control eligibility, availability, waitlists, or service decisions. Inclusion is not a guarantee or endorsement. Information was reviewed in August 2026.
YOU DO NOT HAVE TO NAVIGATE ALONE
Turn information into a next step.
POH families can work with a coach to identify useful resources, prepare questions, and keep moving toward their goals.