A new building and name in 2027.
Brent is learning at Meyer while its North Carolina Avenue building is rebuilt.
Project timeline
- DoneSummer 2025Brent moved out of the North Carolina Avenue building.
- NowSY 2025-26 & 2026-27Brent operates from Meyer while construction continues at the North Carolina Avenue site.
- Next2027The modernized building opens, and the school takes its new name.
- ThenSY 2027-28First full school year in the new building.
What we're building
Brent's $90 million project will create a 94,000-square-foot school with an outdoor classroom, two playgrounds, and other site improvements.
Brent's School Improvement Team (SIT) brings staff, families, and neighbors into the planning process and shares updates with the community.
The official DCPS project page
Find plans, schedules, and community-meeting materials on the DCPS project page.
DCPS Facilities — Brent ESsites.google.com/dc.govSwing space at Meyer
The former Meyer Elementary School building now functions as a dedicated DCPS swing space, with schools rotating through as their buildings are modernized.
FAQs
Questions about construction, Meyer, or transportation? Find answers below or email sitbrentelementary@gmail.com.
Email sitbrentelementary@gmail.com.
Project timeline
What is the timeline for the modernization project?
Brent is at Meyer during construction. The new building is expected to open for the 2027–28 school year.
At Meyer
Where will Brent operate during construction?
Brent is at Meyer, 2501 11th St NW. See the Meyer details above for transit.
Will transportation to Meyer be provided?
Yes. Buses are provided during the Meyer swing-space years. Families receive their student's route and stop information by email; Brent does not publish bus schedules or student rosters on this site. Check the family transportation page and school calendar for survey deadlines and schedule-release dates.
What safety and supervision information is available for buses?
Brent's School Improvement Team will continue discussing Meyer transportation and supervision details with DCPS. We will update this page as confirmed information becomes available.
Can families drive students to Meyer?
Yes. There is parking at Meyer for family drop-off.
Will before and aftercare still be available?
Before and aftercare remain available through providers including Capitol Language Services. Current offerings, registration, capacity, and location can change, so families should use the Family Resources page and confirm current details directly with the provider.
How can families reach Meyer by public transportation?
Meyer is about half a mile from U Street/Cardozo Metro and near the 90/92 bus routes.
Community input
Can the community see and provide feedback on the design?
Brent's School Improvement Team (SIT) provides comments and feedback to DCPS and DGS during the design-build process. Materials from SIT meetings, including recordings and slides, are available on the official DCPS project page. The SIT regularly hosts morning coffees and presents at quarterly community meetings in order to provide updates on the design-build process and to solicit feedback. Questions and concerns can also be emailed to sitbrentelementary@gmail.com.