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About Us

Cesar Chavez PCS’ mission is to prepare students to succeed in competitive colleges and to empower them to use public policy to create a more just, free, and equal world.     

Our School At A Glance

  • 4,635 Fellowship Hours
  • 3 POSSE Scholars
  • 100% College Acceptance Rate
  • $3.1 million Scholarship and Grants

News & Announcements

Chavez Schools partners with Pepco to build STEAM LAB Featured Photo

Chavez Schools partners with Pepco to build STEAM LAB

Chavez Schools just unveiled our new state-of-the-art STEM lab, generously donated by Pepco Connect. This cutting-edge facility provides our students with incredible opportunities to explore, innovate, and excel in science, technology, engineering, and math. A huge thank you to Pepco Connect for supporting our mission to foster future leaders and problem solvers!
Cesar Chavez Public Policy Charter School Visit the John A. Wilson Building Featured Photo

Cesar Chavez Public Policy Charter School Visit the John A. Wilson Building

ORE welcomed Cesar Chavez Public Policy Charter School students who visited the John A. Wilson Building on Friday, May 3. As part of ORE’s community engagement efforts, the visit served as an informational meeting where students learned more about government operations in the District, the role and responsibility of the Office of the City Administrator (OCA) and how public policy is informed. Students provided recommendations on ways to becoming a more racially equitable DC and also engaged with Government colleagues from the Office of Gun Violence Prevention (OGVP) and Internal Services, which oversees government operations.
Chavez Schools Missions Trip 2023 Featured Photo

Chavez Schools Missions Trip 2023

Embark on the Chavez Schools 2023 Mission Trip! Follow our scholars' daily experiences through this insightful blog. Join us on this transformative week-long journey to Atlanta and Alabama. Gain unique insights into their impactful work and discoveries. Don't miss this opportunity to be a part of something special!
Chavez Schools 8th Grade Promotion Ceremony Featured Photo

Chavez Schools 8th Grade Promotion Ceremony

🎓 Join us for a special celebration! Chavez Schools invites you to our 8th grade Promotion Ceremony on Thursday, June 13th, at 10:00 am. Watch live as we honor the achievements of our remarkable scholars. Your presence, even virtually, means a lot to us. Let's celebrate this momentous occasion together! 🌟
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