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Welcome to John T. Walker School for Boys
A School of the Episcopal Diocese of Washington

Offering full tuition support for boys in Kindergarten–5th grade, striving to alter the educational and social trajectory of children from historically underserved communities, preparing them for leadership and service in their communities and well beyond.

Summer Hours: Monday- Thursday 9AM- 3PM.

NEWS & EVENTS

2024-2025 Annual Report

2026 Annual Dinner!
See photos from the event

Newsletters

☀️ Summer is in full swing!

Join our new Director of Academics and Achievement, Mr. Nabil Odulate, for a quick summer check-in and a reminder to keep learning all season long.

☀️ Summer is in full swing!

Join our new Director of Academics and Achievement, Mr. Nabil Odulate, for a quick summer check-in and a reminder to keep learning all season long.

Every milestone tells a story of growth.

This year, our students reached incredible milestones—from every kindergartener finishing the year reading to successful placements at outstanding middle schools.

None of it happens without supporters like you. As our fiscal year comes to a close, there’s still time to make a difference. Your gift helps ensure the next generation of Bishop Walker boys has the same opportunities to learn, grow, and lead.

Help us finish the year strong by making your gift through the link in our bio✨

Every milestone tells a story of growth.

This year, our students reached incredible milestones—from every kindergartener finishing the year reading to successful placements at outstanding middle schools.

None of it happens without supporters like you. As our fiscal year comes to a close, there’s still time to make a difference. Your gift helps ensure the next generation of Bishop Walker boys has the same opportunities to learn, grow, and lead.

Help us finish the year strong by making your gift through the link in our bio✨

Today we celebrate the fathers, grandfathers, uncles, mentors, and father figures who lead with love, wisdom, and strength. Thank you for the ways you show up for our boys and our community each day.

Happy Father’s Day from Bishop John T. Walker School for Boys! 💙💛

Today we celebrate the fathers, grandfathers, uncles, mentors, and father figures who lead with love, wisdom, and strength. Thank you for the ways you show up for our boys and our community each day.

Happy Father’s Day from Bishop John T. Walker School for Boys! 💙💛

On June 19, 1865, news of emancipation reached the last enslaved African Americans in Galveston, Texas.

As we celebrate Juneteenth, we honor the enduring legacy of freedom, perseverance, and hope.

On June 19, 1865, news of emancipation reached the last enslaved African Americans in Galveston, Texas.

As we celebrate Juneteenth, we honor the enduring legacy of freedom, perseverance, and hope.

As this school year comes to a close, we’re reflecting with gratitude on the people who make our community so special.

Toast en Bleu was an opportunity to celebrate and honor the parents, faculty, and staff whose dedication, partnership, and support help our scholars thrive every day. Thank you to everyone who joined us and to those who continue to invest their time, talents, and hearts in Bishop Walker School.

We are grateful for you, and we’re proud of all we’ve accomplished together this year.

As this school year comes to a close, we’re reflecting with gratitude on the people who make our community so special.

Toast en Bleu was an opportunity to celebrate and honor the parents, faculty, and staff whose dedication, partnership, and support help our scholars thrive every day. Thank you to everyone who joined us and to those who continue to invest their time, talents, and hearts in Bishop Walker School.

We are grateful for you, and we’re proud of all we’ve accomplished together this year.

Today, we celebrated our Kindergarten Kings and all they have accomplished this year. With a 100% literacy rate, our scholars are reading, growing, and ready for 1st grade. We are incredibly proud of their hard work and excited to watch them continue their journey as lifelong learners.

A special thank you to Mr. Evans and Ms. Atmar for their dedication, care, and commitment to helping our youngest scholars build a strong foundation for success.

Congratulations, Kindergarten Class of 2026! 💙👑

Today, we celebrated our Kindergarten Kings and all they have accomplished this year. With a 100% literacy rate, our scholars are reading, growing, and ready for 1st grade. We are incredibly proud of their hard work and excited to watch them continue their journey as lifelong learners.

A special thank you to Mr. Evans and Ms. Atmar for their dedication, care, and commitment to helping our youngest scholars build a strong foundation for success.

Congratulations, Kindergarten Class of 2026! 💙👑

Today, we celebrated the promotion of our 5th Grade Kings as they took an important step toward middle school.

Over the years, they have grown as students, leaders, and young men—living out what it means to be K.I.N.G.S. We are proud of all they have accomplished and excited for the journeys that lie ahead.

Congratulations, Class of 2026! Once a King, always a King. 💙👑

Today, we celebrated the promotion of our 5th Grade Kings as they took an important step toward middle school.

Over the years, they have grown as students, leaders, and young men—living out what it means to be K.I.N.G.S. We are proud of all they have accomplished and excited for the journeys that lie ahead.

Congratulations, Class of 2026! Once a King, always a King. 💙👑

A special moment from this spring! Our Kings had a great time on the field with Jeffrey Wright and the St. Albans lacrosse team. Thank you for spending time with our scholars and helping create this experience, teaching a sport rooted in teamwork and community 🥍

A special moment from this spring! Our Kings had a great time on the field with Jeffrey Wright and the St. Albans lacrosse team. Thank you for spending time with our scholars and helping create this experience, teaching a sport rooted in teamwork and community 🥍

Field Day 2026 was a blast! ☀️🏃🏾‍♂️🎉

Thank you to our staff and families who helped make the day possible, especially @foodonthestovedc for lunch on the grill and Ms. Wilson for organizing a day full of fun for our Kings.

Field Day 2026 was a blast! ☀️🏃🏾‍♂️🎉

Thank you to our staff and families who helped make the day possible, especially @foodonthestovedc for lunch on the grill and Ms. Wilson for organizing a day full of fun for our Kings.

☀️ The countdown to summer is on!

We’re closing out an incredible school year with celebration, joy, and BIG milestones for our BWS Kings! 👑💙

☀️ The countdown to summer is on!

We’re closing out an incredible school year with celebration, joy, and BIG milestones for our BWS Kings! 👑💙

Before they walk across the stage at next week’s Promotion Ceremony, our 5th Grade Kings took a well-earned trip to Fun Land to celebrate an incredible year of growth and achievement.👑💙

Before they walk across the stage at next week’s Promotion Ceremony, our 5th Grade Kings took a well-earned trip to Fun Land to celebrate an incredible year of growth and achievement.👑💙

A toast to our village 💙🥂

Join us Friday, May 29th from 7:00–10:00 PM for the 2nd Annual Toast en Bleu, an evening dedicated to celebrating the parents, families, staff, and supporters who continue to invest in the mission and community of Bishop Walker School. This event is adults only and there is free onsite parking available.

We can’t wait to raise a glass with our BWS community and celebrate another successful school year together.

A toast to our village 💙🥂

Join us Friday, May 29th from 7:00–10:00 PM for the 2nd Annual Toast en Bleu, an evening dedicated to celebrating the parents, families, staff, and supporters who continue to invest in the mission and community of Bishop Walker School. This event is adults only and there is free onsite parking available.

We can’t wait to raise a glass with our BWS community and celebrate another successful school year together.

Honoring tradition, celebrating achievement, and praying over every next step. 💙

This past Saturday, we gathered for our Annual Graduates Luncheon, a special BWS tradition where we celebrate our graduates, reflect on their journeys, and pray over the paths ahead. We are so proud of each of our young men and grateful to continue walking beside them as they step into their next chapter.

Honoring tradition, celebrating achievement, and praying over every next step. 💙

This past Saturday, we gathered for our Annual Graduates Luncheon, a special BWS tradition where we celebrate our graduates, reflect on their journeys, and pray over the paths ahead. We are so proud of each of our young men and grateful to continue walking beside them as they step into their next chapter.

On Friday, our 1st Grade scholars officially became published authors 📚✨

Each year, Ms. Herron’s class writes and illustrates their very own book, and this year’s publication — Scales, Fins, and Fur: Our Animal Research — was created entirely by our students. From research to writing to illustrations, every page reflects their learning and imagination, and we could not be more proud of these young authors and all they accomplished this year 💙

A special thank you to Studentreasures Publishing for helping bring their stories to life!

@studentreasures_publishing
#PublishingParty #ProudAuthors

On Friday, our 1st Grade scholars officially became published authors 📚✨

Each year, Ms. Herron’s class writes and illustrates their very own book, and this year’s publication — Scales, Fins, and Fur: Our Animal Research — was created entirely by our students. From research to writing to illustrations, every page reflects their learning and imagination, and we could not be more proud of these young authors and all they accomplished this year 💙

A special thank you to Studentreasures Publishing for helping bring their stories to life!

@studentreasures_publishing
#PublishingParty #ProudAuthors

90-second recap of our “I AM WE” Art Showcase 🎨 Inspired by the I Am book series, our scholars highlighted the people, places, and experiences that help shape who they are.

Thank you to everyone who came out to support our young artists, and a very special thank you to Ms. Edgecombe for the creativity, care, and dedication she poured into our scholars and this showcase all year long. ✨

90-second recap of our “I AM WE” Art Showcase 🎨 Inspired by the I Am book series, our scholars highlighted the people, places, and experiences that help shape who they are.

Thank you to everyone who came out to support our young artists, and a very special thank you to Ms. Edgecombe for the creativity, care, and dedication she poured into our scholars and this showcase all year long. ✨

🍿 It’s that time again, the LAST BWS Parent Association fundraiser of the school year! 💙

The Double Good Popcorn Storefront is officially OPEN now through Friday, May 15 at 5 PM!

Stock up on your favorite flavors before summer break while supporting the BWS KINGS 👑 Every purchase helps support Parent Association programming and events for our school community.

Shop using the link in our bio✨ BWS earns 50% of all sales📦 Orders ship directly to you.

Thank you for your continued support of Bishop Walker School!

🍿 It’s that time again, the LAST BWS Parent Association fundraiser of the school year! 💙

The Double Good Popcorn Storefront is officially OPEN now through Friday, May 15 at 5 PM!

Stock up on your favorite flavors before summer break while supporting the BWS KINGS 👑 Every purchase helps support Parent Association programming and events for our school community.

Shop using the link in our bio✨ BWS earns 50% of all sales📦 Orders ship directly to you.

Thank you for your continued support of Bishop Walker School!

Happy Mother’s Day to all of the amazing moms and mother figures in our BWS community 💙

We loved celebrating with you at our Mother-Son Dance and sharing such a joyful evening together ✨

Happy Mother’s Day to all of the amazing moms and mother figures in our BWS community 💙

We loved celebrating with you at our Mother-Son Dance and sharing such a joyful evening together ✨

Have you heard about our Spirit Store? 💙

From the classroom to the soccer sidelines, every purchase helps celebrate and support the joy, pride, and spirit of Bishop Walker School.

Show your school spirit and shop the store! Link in our story and bio✨

Have you heard about our Spirit Store? 💙

From the classroom to the soccer sidelines, every purchase helps celebrate and support the joy, pride, and spirit of Bishop Walker School.

Show your school spirit and shop the store! Link in our story and bio✨

A PA-sponsored breakfast for Teacher Appreciation Week by @omeletteguys? Don’t mind if we do 🍳

Thank you to our Parent Association for treating our teachers to a delicious breakfast this morning, starting the day with care and appreciation for our faculty.💙

A PA-sponsored breakfast for Teacher Appreciation Week by @omeletteguys? Don’t mind if we do 🍳

Thank you to our Parent Association for treating our teachers to a delicious breakfast this morning, starting the day with care and appreciation for our faculty.💙

Celebrating those who give so much, every single day 💙
Thank you to our Board Chair, Andrew, and Vice Chair, Liz, for honoring our teachers with a special lunch today. Your support means so much to our community. Happy Teacher Appreciation Week!

Celebrating those who give so much, every single day 💙
Thank you to our Board Chair, Andrew, and Vice Chair, Liz, for honoring our teachers with a special lunch today. Your support means so much to our community. Happy Teacher Appreciation Week!

May is here! The final full month of the school year.

From celebrating our teachers to showcasing student work, cheering on the field, and gathering as a community, every moment counts as we head toward the finish line.

Let’s make this last mile strong, joyful, and full of purpose. 💙💛

May is here! The final full month of the school year.

From celebrating our teachers to showcasing student work, cheering on the field, and gathering as a community, every moment counts as we head toward the finish line.

Let’s make this last mile strong, joyful, and full of purpose. 💙💛

Celebrated the March, April, and May Birthdays today 🎂🎈Have a great weekend BWS!

Celebrated the March, April, and May Birthdays today 🎂🎈Have a great weekend BWS!

Holding our school village close as we head into the final stretch—just over a month until the end of the school year. Our 3rd graders closed out chapel with a song today, grounding us in joy, strength, and community as we finish the year strong. Wishing everyone a restful weekend.

Holding our school village close as we head into the final stretch—just over a month until the end of the school year. Our 3rd graders closed out chapel with a song today, grounding us in joy, strength, and community as we finish the year strong. Wishing everyone a restful weekend.

Big brothers in action.
5th graders reading with our youngest kings.📖

Big brothers in action.
5th graders reading with our youngest kings.📖

A special afternoon at BWS 🎻

We were honored to welcome acclaimed violinist Randall Goosby for a performance and conversation with our students. He shared his talent, his journey, and what it means to grow as a performer—leaving our boys both engaged and inspired.

Thank you to board member Ingrid Zimmer and Dumbarton Arts & Education for making this experience possible.

A special afternoon at BWS 🎻

We were honored to welcome acclaimed violinist Randall Goosby for a performance and conversation with our students. He shared his talent, his journey, and what it means to grow as a performer—leaving our boys both engaged and inspired.

Thank you to board member Ingrid Zimmer and Dumbarton Arts & Education for making this experience possible.

ATTN BWS Village📢:
The BWS School Store is officially OPEN for preorders🎉

From April 7–20, get your gear ready for the soccer season and show your school spirit. ⚽ Orders placed now will be delivered the week of April 29. Don’t wait—stock up on your favorite BWS apparel and accessories today, and stay tuned for more items!

Store link in our bio✨

ATTN BWS Village📢:
The BWS School Store is officially OPEN for preorders🎉

From April 7–20, get your gear ready for the soccer season and show your school spirit. ⚽ Orders placed now will be delivered the week of April 29. Don’t wait—stock up on your favorite BWS apparel and accessories today, and stay tuned for more items!

Store link in our bio✨

Happy Tuesday, BWS, and welcome back! 💙

As we settle back in after spring break, take a moment to note these important April dates and stay connected to all that’s ahead.

Happy Tuesday, BWS, and welcome back! 💙

As we settle back in after spring break, take a moment to note these important April dates and stay connected to all that’s ahead.

Our chapel days are always special—but this one felt especially meaningful. 💙

As we gathered for our Easter Chapel, the final one before spring break, we were grateful to be joined by families and alumni as our students led beautiful performances reflecting joy, faith, and community.

A special highlight was BWS Class President Nicolas, who delivered a powerful sermon on the resurrection of Jesus and what it means to live as servant leaders. He reminded us that Jesus is the ultimate example—and that as BWS Kings, we are called to follow in His footsteps with courage, humility, and love.

Wishing our entire community a joyful and restful spring break—we’ll see you back on April 7th! ✨

Our chapel days are always special—but this one felt especially meaningful. 💙

As we gathered for our Easter Chapel, the final one before spring break, we were grateful to be joined by families and alumni as our students led beautiful performances reflecting joy, faith, and community.

A special highlight was BWS Class President Nicolas, who delivered a powerful sermon on the resurrection of Jesus and what it means to live as servant leaders. He reminded us that Jesus is the ultimate example—and that as BWS Kings, we are called to follow in His footsteps with courage, humility, and love.

Wishing our entire community a joyful and restful spring break—we’ll see you back on April 7th! ✨

This morning, our 3rd–5th grade students enjoyed a special trip to see Peter and the Wolf live on stage, hosted by Dumbarton Arts & Education 🎭 Along the way, they explored the sounds of different instruments and how music brings stories to life 🎶

A heartfelt thank you to board members Ingrid Zimmer and Kelvin Coleman for helping make this memorable experience possible!

This morning, our 3rd–5th grade students enjoyed a special trip to see Peter and the Wolf live on stage, hosted by Dumbarton Arts & Education 🎭 Along the way, they explored the sounds of different instruments and how music brings stories to life 🎶

A heartfelt thank you to board members Ingrid Zimmer and Kelvin Coleman for helping make this memorable experience possible!

🎨✨ Yesterday parents came together for a joyful afternoon of art, turning simple prompts into beautiful creations. Big thanks to Ms. Edgecombe for creating the space for adults to explore their creativity!

🎨✨ Yesterday parents came together for a joyful afternoon of art, turning simple prompts into beautiful creations. Big thanks to Ms. Edgecombe for creating the space for adults to explore their creativity!

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