Dr. Marco Clark is a well-respected educator, innovator, author, public speaker, and veteran in the world of urban education.

Currently serving as the Founder and Chief Executive Officer of the Richard Wright Public Charter School for Journalism and Media Arts in Washington, D.C. In addition to his work as Founder and CEO, he is Chairman of “Man the Block”, an organization focused on providing a safe passage for students to and from school for a chance of obtaining educational excellence.

Touted by news and media as America's Toughest Principal, and the Turnaround School Specialist, Clark has developed a unique approach to reaching our school administrators, parents, and youths. He discusses social issues, graduation goals, and behavior pitfalls.  After meeting with former President Barack Obama, Clark continued his journey of focusing strongly on youth achievement within disadvantaged communities and in 2019 built a brand new RWPCS worth 2 million dollars. 

Clark continues to motivate and inspire the next "Spike Lee, and more in his school-halls and on the stage!