Aug

I am excited to begin the 2026–2027 school year with the Girls Global Academy community! I look forward to partnering with our students, families, staff, and community throughout the year as we work together to ensure every student feels supported, challenged, and empowered to thrive.

The warm welcome I have received has already made the start of this journey incredibly special. It was wonderful connecting with so many of our students and families during New Student Orientation and our Back-to-School Block Party, and I look forward to getting to know even more members of our community in the weeks ahead.

As we begin this new school year, I am excited about all that lies ahead and grateful for the opportunity to serve, learn, and grow alongside the GGA community.

Warm Regards,

DeyJah Chappell

Our Culture Team is dedicated to creating a safe, supportive, and engaging school environment for every GGA student. Our team includes:

• Dr. James Bradley, Director of Culture

• Ms. Brianey Winslow, Dean of Students

• Ms. Brencye Locke, Culture and Climate Associate

• Ms. Jackie Sylvain, Restorative Intervention Specialist

• Officer, Layna Love

We are committed to building a productive partnership with our families and working collaboratively with our community partners. We believe students thrive when families, educators, school leaders, and community stakeholders work together.

This year, students will participate in GGA’s four-house system:

• Elimu—Scholarship: Inspiring academic excellence, curiosity, and lifelong learning.

• Huduma—Service: Encouraging students to serve others and make a positive difference in their communities.

• Ubuntu—Sisterhood: Building unity, belonging, compassion, and support among GGA students.

• Amani—Safety: Promoting responsibility, respect, well-being, and a safe school community.

Families can also look forward to more opportunities to engage with school leaders, staff, students, and community partners through workshops, family meetings, school events, volunteer opportunities, and community activities. Together, we will strengthen our school community and ensure every GGA student feels supported, valued, and empowered to succeed.

The first Trailblazers Café will be held in September and will provide families with an opportunity to share feedback about their needs, engage with school leadership, and receive guidance and resources related to college and career readiness.

Executive Director: Karen Venable - Croft

Principal: DeyJah Chappell

Director of Culture: Dr. James Bradley

Director of Operations: Tasliym Lester

Website: Girls Global Academy

Address: 733 8th St NW, Washington, DC 20001

Phone: (202) 600-4822