Patricia A. Brantley

Patricia A. Brantley, the CEO of Friendship Public Charter School, is an education reformer, charter school advocate and supporter of the right of all children to receive a high-quality education. Beginning with just two locations in 1998, Friendship now spans 15 campuses, including online, for students in grades Pre-K3 to 12. Their rigorous curriculum, exemplary instruction, resource-rich forums and total commitment to student advancement have made Friendship one of D.C.’s top charter systems. She is also noted for spearheading the takeover of the first multicampus charter management group in the District of Columbia, which stopped the displacement of hundreds of children and ensured they could remain in their school of choice. Friendship Public Charter School was a 2021 Yass Prize Semifinalist.