Appollonia Washington Sits Down with The Big O In the Central District
Appollonia Washington (left) stands with The Big O (right). (Photo: Erik Kalligraphy)
The Big O recently sat down with Appollonia Washington, co-owner of 4 Apple Learning Center and Today’s Central, to discuss her 36-year legacy of serving the youth in the Central District. Washington is known for helping build the future of the CD, and her commitment to her longstanding familial legacy in the neighborhood. Offering classes ranging from STEM, art, fitness and cooking, she is committed to meeting every child’s unique needs.
Washington is currently in the middle of a major expansion for her businesses. She is moving Today’s Central into a larger space to accommodate more families and is preparing to open “Mini’s Corner” in April, 2026, which will provide care for infants as young as six weeks old. Looking further ahead, she is planning to open an elementary school to ensure her “little apple seeds” have a dedicated place to grow. She is not just teaching kids; she is building the future of the CD.
Photos: Erik Kalligraphy
