The pre-kindergarten through eighth grade school was named in honor of Walker, the first African American Bishop of the Episcopal Diocese of Washington. He was a pastor, teacher, cathedral builder, civil rights leader, ecumenist, social justice pioneer, urban missionary, relief worker, and statesman who took to heart his parents' foundational belief that education was the door to opportunity. Walker's legacy was bringing together races, faiths, and nations in the common cause of understanding and brotherhood.

As project director Woody, a native of Washington, D.C., brings nearly 20 years experience in non-profit management and governance. He served as executive director of Communities in Schools, in Washington, D.C., where he focused on connecting and coordinating community resources with schools to help in the retention of young people.

In his new role, Woody will oversee a campaign feasibility study, budget development and strategic partnerships, and will work with the school's board of trustees and the diocese's implementation committee to administer and coordinate these initiatives.

Further information about the school is available here.