96 Schools found
Academia Bilingue de la Comunidad (Ward 1; grades 6-8)
209 Upshur Street NW
Washington, DC 20009
202-822-6301
School DescriptionABC is the only dual language immersion public middle school in Washington, DC. The mission of ABC is to graduate adept learners, effective communicators, and community leaders who are culturally aware and prepared to use their academic skills and bilingual proficiency to succeed in rigorous high schools, post-secondary education and society. One half of ABC's courses are taught in English, and the other half are taught in Spanish. In order to support our unique educational model, all students attend a mandatory Intensive Language Academy the first four weeks of school, and take language development coursework corresponding to their level of English and Spanish proficiency. Other supports include a longer school day, longer school year, creative tutoring programs, out of school activities and a Community Family Resource Center.
http://www.abcpcs.org 
Academy for Learning Through the Arts (ALTA) PCS (Grades PreK-6)
1600 Taylor Street NE
Washington, DC 20009
202-232-4014
School DescriptionALTA offers a rich, challenging curriculum that integrates learning in academic subjects with the arts, that is both standards- and research- based, and that accommodates students' diverse learning styles. The ALTA school culture emphasizes student responsibility, parental involvement, and strong ties to the community. ALTA was chartered in 2005 by the DC Public Charter School Board.
http://www.alta-pcs.org
Achievement Preparatory PCS (Ward 8; grades 4-5)
908 Wahler Place SE, 2nd Floor
Washington, DC 20032
202-441-7000
School DescriptionOPENS FALL 2008: Achievement Prep prepares middle school students to excel as high-achieving scholars and leaders in high school, college, and beyond by meeting their needs before the "fourth grade slump".
www.aprepacademy.org
AppleTree Early Learning PCS (Ward 6; grades PreS-PreK)
680 I Street SW
Washington, DC 20024
202-646-0500
School DescriptionThe mission of AppleTree Early Learning PCS is to provide young children with the social, emotional and cognitive foundations that will enable them to succeed in school. The school implements "Open the World of Learning: A Comprehensive Early Literacy Program (OWL)" which highlights and embeds literacy learning in a comprehensive preschool program. The program addresses basic literacy skills, as well as comprehension of both story and information texts. Development of oral language is also basic to the program, given the centrality of oral language to success in literacy.
http://www.appletreeinstitute.org/projects/aelpcs/ (Ward 5; grades PreS-PreK)
401 I Street NW
Washington, DC 20004
202-646-0094
www.appletreeinstitute.org (Ward 1; grades PreS-PreK)
2750 14th Street NW
Washington, DC 20009
202-714-5600
School DescriptionThe mission of AppleTree Early Learning PCS is to provide young children with the social, emotional and cognitive foundations that will enable them to succeed in school. The school implements "Open the World of Learning: A Comprehensive Early Literacy Program (OWL)" which highlights and embeds literacy learning in a comprehensive preschool program. The program addresses basic literacy skills, as well as comprehension of both story and information texts. Development of oral language is also basic to the program, given the centrality of oral language to success in literacy.
http://www.appletreeinstitute.org/projects/aelpcs/
Arts & Technology Academy PCS (Ward 7; grades PreK-6)
5300 Blaine Street NE
Washington, DC 20019
202-398-6811
School DescriptionThe Arts and Technology Academy provides an academically challenging, technologically rich, student-centered learning environment. A combination of parental involvement and performance measurement characterizes the school’s accountability process. The Arts and Technology Academy was chartered in 1997 by the D.C. Public Charter School Board.
http://www.artsandtechnologyacademy.org
Barbara Jordan PCS (Ward 4; grades 5-8)
100 Peabody Street NW, Third Floor
Washington, DC 20011
202-545-0922
School DescriptionBarbara Jordan PCS’s mission is to provide middle school students a rigorous academic program, to promote high levels of student achievement, and to foster high self-esteem, inspiration and motivation for life long learning. Students are engaged through a standards-based curriculum organized around essential questions and common themes. The school expects students to demonstrate independent and innovative thinking, character, leadership, political acuity, oration skills, and a pioneering spirit. All classes are kept to a 15:1 student-teacher ratio. Before and after school care opens at 7:00 a.m. and closes at 6:00 p.m. An additional grade level will be added each year until the school serves grades 5 through 8. Barbara Jordan was chartered by the District of Columbia Board of Education in January 2002.
http://www.barbarajordanpcs.org
Booker T. Washington PCS (Ward 1; grades 9-Adult)
1346 Florida Ave. NW
Washington, DC 20009
202-232-6090
School DescriptionThe school’s mission is to train its high school students, adults and the welfare-to-work population in the construction and building trades. The school works with local contractors, unions, and government placement programs to provide hands-on experiences which simulate those encountered in the workplace. Additionally, the educational program emphasizes core values like Integrity, Courage, and Respect. The Evening Adult Education program recruits candidates for GED matriculation as well as adult high school diploma and construction technology. The District of Columbia Board of Education chartered Booker T. Washington in 1998.
http://www.btwschool.org
Bridges PCS (Ward 4; grades PreS-PreK)
1250 Taylor Street NW
Washington, DC 20011
202-545-0515
School DescriptionBridges provides an early childhood program for children with and without special needs that is family and child-centered, to nurture students and expand their skills and abilities.
http://www.bridgespcs.org
Capital City PCS - Lower School (Ward 1; grades PreK-8)
3047 15th Street NW
Washington, DC 20009
202-387-0309
School DescriptionFounded by the leaders of the Phoebe Hearst Elementary School PTA, Capital City Implements the Expeditionary Learning Outward Bound© model, in which teachers lead students on “learning expeditions” designed to stimulate their natural curiosity and encourage creativity and critical thinking. Teachers meet individual learning needs both academically and through a social skills curriculum known as Responsive Classroom. Finally, Capital City has integrated arts instruction throughout its program to provide multiple enrichment opportunities. The school plans to add one grade each year through grade 8.
http://www.ccpcs.org (Ward 1; grades 6-9)
3029 14th Street NW
Washington, DC 20009
202-387-0309
School DescriptionFounded by the leaders of the Phoebe Hearst Elementary School PTA, Capital City Implements the Expeditionary Learning Outward Bound© model, in which teachers lead students on “learning expeditions” designed to stimulate their natural curiosity and encourage creativity and critical thinking. Teachers meet individual learning needs both academically and through a social skills curriculum known as Responsive Classroom. Finally, Capital City has integrated arts instruction throughout its program to provide multiple enrichment opportunities. The school plans to add one grade each year through grade 12.
www.ccpcs.org
Carlos Rosario International PCS (Ward 1; grade Adult)
1100 Harvard Street NW
Washington, DC 20009
202-797-4700
School DescriptionThe Carlos Rosario International Public Charter School is committed to the immigrant community in the District of Columbia. The school provides an academic program that improves literacy and English language skills, English as a Second Language (ESL) proficiency, citizenship, GED and computer skills. The D.C. Public Charter School Board chartered Carlos Rosario in 1997.
http://www.carlosrosario.org
Center City PCS (Ward 2; grades PreK-8)
711 N Street NW (Shaw Campus)
Washington, DC 20001
202-234-1093
School DescriptionOpening September 2008: Center City Public Charter Schools empower our children for success through a rigorous academic program and strong character education while challenging students to pursue personal excellence in character, conduct, and scholarship in order to develop the skills necessary to both serve and lead others in the 21st century.
www.centercitypcs.org (Ward 4; grades PreK-8)
6008 Georgia Avenue NW (Brightwood Campus)
Washington, DC 202-723-3322
School DescriptionOpens September 2008: Center City Public Charter Schools empower our children for success through a rigorous academic program and strong character education while challenging students to pursue personal excellence in character, conduct, and scholarship in order to develop the skills necessary to both serve and lead others in the 21st century.
www.centercitypcs.org (Ward 6; grades PreK-8)
1503 East Capitol Street SE (Capitol Hill Campus)
Washington, DC 20003
202-547-7756
School DescriptionOpens September 2008: Center City Public Charter Schools empower our children for success through a rigorour academic program and strong character education while challenging students to pursue personal excellence in character, conduct, and scholarship in order to develop the skills necessary to both serve and lead others in the 21st century.
www.centercitypcs.org (Ward 5; grades PreK-8)
1217 West Virginia Avenue NE (Trinidad Campus)
Washington, DC 20002
202-397-1614
School DescriptionOpening September 2008: Center City Public Charter Schools empower our children for success through a rigorous academic program and strong character education while challenging students to pursue personal excellence in character, conduct, and scholarship in order to develop the skills necessary to both serve and lead others in the 21st century.
www.centercitypcs.org (Ward 8; grades PreK-8)
220 High View Place SE (Congress Heights Campus)
Washington, DC 20032
202-562-7070
School DescriptionOpens September 2008: Center City Public Charter Schools empower our children for success through a rigorous academic program and strong character education while challenging students to pursue personal excellence in character, conduct, and scholarship in order to develop the skills necessary to both serve and lead others in the 21st century.
www.centercitypcs.org (Ward 4; grades PreK-8)
510 Webster Street NW (Petworth Campus)
Washington, DC 20011
202-726-9212
School DescriptionOpens September 2008: Center City Public Charter Schools empower our children for success through a rigorous academic program and strong character education while challenging students to pursue personal excellence in character, conduct, and scholarship in order to develop the skills necessary to both serve and lead others in the 21st century.
www.centercitypcs.org (Ward 5; grades PreK-5)
2019 Rhode Island Avenue NE (Brentwood Campus)
Washington, DC 20006
202-529-5394
School DescriptionOpens September 2008: Mission is to empower children to reach their highest potential through strong character education, a rigorous academic program, a pledge to service, and a commitment to excellence.
www.centercitypcs.org
Cesar Chavez PCS for Public Policy (Ward 7; grades 6-12)
3701 Hayes Street NE
Washington, DC 20019
202-398-2230
School DescriptionThe Chavez school was founded on the vision of developing young people who will make this country a better place by influencing public policies that affect their communities. Drawing on the vast public policy resources in the nation’s capital, the Chavez School challenges students with a rigorous curriculum that fosters citizenship and prepares them to excel in college and in life. The curriculum used by the Chavez School is adapted from the Modern Red Schoolhouse. Seniors also have the option of taking AP courses or classes at area colleges. In May 2002, all 24 seniors, (Chavez’s first graduating class) were accepted to two and four year colleges and universities. The Cesar Chavez School was chartered by the D.C. Public Charter School Board in 1997.
http://www.cesarchavezhs.org (Ward 6; grades 9-12)
709 12th Street SE
Washington, DC 20003
202-547-3424
School DescriptionThe Chavez school was founded on the vision of developing young people who will make this country a better place by influencing public policies that affect their communities. Drawing on the vast public policy resources in the nation’s capital, the Chavez School challenges students with a rigorous curriculum that fosters citizenship and prepares them to excel in college and in life. The curriculum used by the Chavez School is adapted from the Modern Red Schoolhouse. Seniors also have the option of taking AP courses or classes at area colleges. In May 2002, all 24 seniors, (Chavez’s first graduating class) were accepted to two and four year colleges and universities. The Cesar Chavez School was chartered by the D.C. Public Charter School Board in 1997.
http://www.cesarchavezhs.org (Ward 4; grades 6-8)
3320 16th Street NW
Washington, DC 20011
202-723-3975
School DescriptionCesar Chavez's third campus, Chavez Prep, will bring its public policy middle and high school program to Ward 1 now it is in its new location in Ward 4. Chavez Prep will open with 6th grade, and add a grade each year until it serves grades 6-12.
http://www.cesarchavezhs.org
Childrens Studio School of the Arts and Humanities PCS (Ward 1; grades PreS-6)
1301 V Street NW
Washington, DC 20009
202-387-6148
School DescriptionChildren’s Studio School, founded in 1977 as a DC community-based arts organization and full-day school, uses its own trans-cultural Arts As Educationã approach “to develop multidimensional thinking in children.” The school employs respected artists from diverse cultures as teachers. Architects, visual and performing artists, and writers engage children in the artist’s processes of inquiry, experimentation and critiquing as a rigorous, all-encompassing means of education. In 2002 Studio School received its full accreditation from Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools. Chartered by the District of Columbia Board of Education in 1996.
http://www.studioschool.org
City Collegiate PCS (Ward 2; grade 7)
3265 S Street NW
Washington, DC 20007
202-339-9494
School DescriptionCity Collegiate is committed to creating and sustaining a diverse school community where adolescents are able to realize their academic, social and emotional potential. Students will be challenged with high academic standards and will challenge themselves by becoming advocates for their own learning. The curriculum is designed around rigorous, purposeful, project-based learning experiences tied to challenging academic standards.
http://www.citycollegiatepcs.org
City Lights PCS (Ward 5; grades 9-12)
62 T Street NE
Washington, DC 20002
202-832-4366
School DescriptionCity Lights will give youth, age 12 to 22, the opportunity for academic, social and vocational learning that will inspire better life choices and encourage their innate potential.
http://www.citylightspcs.org
Community Academy PCS (Ward 4; grades PreS-5)
1300 Allison Street NW (Amos Elementary)
Washington, DC 20011
202-723-4100
School DescriptionCAPCS is a standards-based school founded by the Urban Family Institute, a community organization created to provide families with needed support and resources. CAPCS’s mission is to create a child, family and community centered learning environment that offers world-class preschool through secondary education. Raising children to become competent, responsible adults who actively pursue lifelong learning opportunities is its vision. The Community Academy also provides Kids’ House, an after-school program offering homework and tutoring between the hours of 4:00 and 7:30 pm. Chartered by the District of Columbia Board of Education in 1997.
http://www.capcs.org (Grades PreK-K)
1400 1st Street NW (Armstrong Campus)
Washington, DC 20001
www.capcs.org (Ward 4; grades PreS-K)
1351 Nicholson Street NW (Amos II Elementary PCS)
Washington, DC 20011
202-723-5136
School DescriptionEarly childhood education campus for students in preschool- kindergarten.
(Ward 2; grades PreS-4)
5 Thomas Circle NW (Butler Campus)
Washington, DC 20005
202-332-6565
School DescriptionA standards-based school founded by the Urban Family Institute, that creates a child, family and community centered learning environment that offers world-class preschool through secondary education.
http://www.capcs.org (Ward 4; grades K-8)
1300 Allison Street NW (Online Program)
Washington, DC 20011
866-339-8742
School DescriptionA comprehensive curriculum for kindergarten through eighth grade, based on proven learning methods and traditional academic content, accessed via the internet and provided by K12 Inc.
http://www.capcsonline.org (Ward 4; grades PreS-8)
33 Riggs Road NE (Rand Technology)
Washington, DC 20011
202-723-4011
School DescriptionCAPCS is a standards-based school founded by the Urban Family Institute, a community organization created to provide families with needed support and resources. CAPCS’s mission is to create a child, family and community centered learning environment that offers world-class preschool through secondary education. Raising children to become competent, responsible adults who actively pursue lifelong learning opportunities is its vision.
http://www.capcs.org
DC Bilingual PCS (Ward 1; grades PreS-2)
1420 Columbia Road NW
Washington, DC 20009
202-332-4200
School DescriptionSpanish-English bilingual immersion program to enable students to meet high academic expectations and develop critical thinking, problem-solving skills, and a joy of learning.
http://www.centronia.org
DC Preparatory Academy PCS (Ward 5; grades PreS-3)
707 Edgewood Street NE (Edgewood Elementary Campus)
Washington, DC 20017
202-223-8790
School Description SCHEDULED TO OPEN FALL 2007: A language-rich early elementary program that will create a coherent and exciting learning environment for students in their earliest years of school. The elementary campus will offer a broad, rigorous and developmentally appropriate curriculum including English, math, social studies, science, art, music, physical education and Spanish.
http://www.dcprep.org (Ward 7; grades PreS-PreK)
100 41st Street NE (Benning Elementary Campus)
Washington, DC 20019
202-635-4590
School DescriptionRigorous and stimulating curriculum including English, Math, Social Studies, Science, Art, Music, Physical Education and Spanish.
www.dcprep.org (Ward 5; grades 4-8)
701 Edgewood Street NE (Middle School Campus)
Washington, DC 20017
(202) 832-5700
School DescriptionFounded in 2003, DC Prep has 250 students in grades 4 to 8. DC Prep focuses on academics, character and leadership development. Through a balanced curriculum, research-based programs, and exciting enrichment activities, students are prepared to enroll in top public and private high schools. DC Prep offers breakfast and an after school program in conjunction with Beacon House, a neighborhood nonprofit. All students participate in a weekly Saturday Cultural Arts enrichment program. The leadership team has significant charter school experience. The DC Public Charter School Board chartered DC Preparatory Academy in 2002.
http://www.dcprep.org 
E.L. Haynes PCS (Ward 1; grades PreK-5)
3600 Georgia Avenue NW
Washington, DC 20010
202-667-4446
School DescriptionE.L. Haynes offers project-based instruction, enhanced math and science, and a nurturing environment for students and families from pre-K through 12th grade. The school is named after Euphemia Lofton Haynes, the first African-American woman to receive a doctorate in mathematics, a 4th generation Washingtonian, a teacher in D.C. schools for 47 years, and the first woman to serve as president of the District of Columbia Board of Education. Dr. Haynes was instrumental in the integration of the DC public school system.
http://www.elhaynes.org
Eagle Academy (Ward 6; grades PreS-K)
770 M Street SE
Washington, DC 20003
(202) 544-2646
School DescriptionEagle Academy provides a child-centered activity-oriented academic curriculum designed to prepare 3-, 4-, and 5-year-olds to be reading and math ready before they enter first grade.
http://www.eagleacademypcs.org
Early Childhood Academy PCS (Ward 8; grades PreS-2)
4025 9th Street SE
Washington, DC 20032
202-373-0035
School DescriptionEarly Childhood Academy offers a literacy-focused curriculum using the Creative Curriculum for preschool and prekindergarten, and Houghton Mifflin reading and Everyday Math for grades K-1. The school culture emphasizes developmentally appropriate practices in a language and print rich environment.
www.ecapcs.org
Education Strengthens Familes PCS (Ward 1; grades PreS-Adult)
2355 Ontario Road NW
Washington, DC 797-7337
School DescriptionProvides a high-quality education for adults and children that empowers families through a culturally sensitive family literacy model. The school will include adult education, pre-school eduaction for children ages 3 to 4, and early childhood education for the children, ages 0 to 2, of adult students. For 2006-2007 school year, ESF will enroll 20 pre-school students and 85 adults.
Elsie Whitlow Stokes Community Freedom PCS (Ward 5; grades PreK-6)
3700 Oakview Terrace NE
Washington, DC 20010
202-265-7237
School DescriptionAt Stokes teachers, administrators and community members work together to provide an exemplary multilingual academic experience for their students. The school�s mission is to produce students who will go on to function successfully in ever-changing social and work environments. Students are taught to speak, read, write and think in two languages: English and French, or English and Spanish. Stokes School prepares students for responsible citizenship and prides itself in its culturally diverse student population and faculty. Chartered in 1997 by the District of Columbia Board of Education.
http://www.ewstokes.org
Excel Academy PCS (Ward 8; grades PreS-K)
3845 South Capitol Street SW
Washington, DC 202-373-0097
School DescriptionOPENS FALL 2008: DC's first all-girls public charter school will provide a solid academic foundation and enrichment opportunities to prepare students to succeed in high school and college, and to develop the skills and confidence they need to make healthy, positive lifestyle choices.
www.excelpubliccharterschool.org
Friendship PCS (Ward 7; grades 6-8)
Blow Pierce Junior Academy - 725 19th Street NE
Washington, DC 20002
202-572-1070
School DescriptionFriendship is D.C.'s largest public charter school, serving over 3,000 students at five campuses. Our mission is to prepare a diverse cross-section of children for success as students, workers, and citizens by providing them with a world-class education. Students at Friendship benefit from a high-quality school design, caring teachers, 21st century technology, and strong connections to the community.
http://www.friendshipschools.org/juniorAcademy/index.asp (Ward 8; grades K-6)
South East Elementary - 645 Milwaukee Place SE
Washington, DC 20032
202-562-1980
School DescriptionFriendship is D.C.'s largest public charter school, serving over 3,000 students at five campuses. Our mission is to prepare a diverse cross-section of children for success as students, workers, and citizens by providing them with a world-class education. Students at Friendship benefit from a high-quality school design, caring teachers, 21st century technology, and strong connections to the community.
http://www.friendshipschools.org/southeast/index.asp (Ward 6; grades PreK-6)
Chamberlain Elementary - 1345 Potomac Avenue SE
Washington, DC 20003
202-547-5800
School DescriptionFriendship is D.C.'s largest public charter school, serving over 3,000 students at five campuses. Our mission is to prepare a diverse cross-section of children for success as students, workers, and citizens by providing them with a world-class education. Students at Friendship benefit from a high-quality school design, caring teachers, 21st century technology, and strong connections to the community.
http://www.friendshipschools.org/chamberlain/index.asp (Ward 7; grades 9-12)
Collegiate Academy - 4095 Minnesota Ave. NE
Washington, DC 20019
202-396-5500
School DescriptionFriendship is D.C.'s largest public charter school, serving over 3,000 students at five campuses. Our mission is to prepare a diverse cross-section of children for success as students, workers, and citizens by providing them with a world-class education. Students at Friendship benefit from a high-quality school design, caring teachers, 21st century technology, and strong connections to the community.
http://www.friendshipschools.org/collegiateAcademy/index.asp (Ward 5; grades PreK-8)
Woodridge Elementary - 2959 Carlton Avenue NE
Washington, DC 20018
202-635-6500
School DescriptionFriendship is D.C.'s largest public charter school, serving over 3,000 students at five campuses. Our mission is to prepare a diverse cross-section of children for success as students, workers, and citizens by providing them with a world-class education. Students at Friendship benefit from a high-quality school design, caring teachers, 21st century technology, and strong connections to the community.
http://www.friendshipschools.org/woodridge/index.asp
Hope Community PCS (Ward 5; grades PreK-7)
Tolson Campus - 2917 8th Street NE
Washington, DC 20017
202-723-0909
School DescriptionHope Academy PCS has partnered with Imagine Schools to offer a standards-based curriculum featuring the Core Knowledge program.
http://www.hopecommunitycs.org (Ward 4; grades PreS-3)
Lamond Campus- 6200 Kansas Avenue NE
Washington, DC 20011
202-722-4421
School DescriptionPartnered with Imagine schools to offer a standards based curriculum featuring the Core Knowledge program.
www.hopecommunitycs.org
Hospitality PCHS (Ward 4; grades 9-12)
4301 13th Street NW
Washington, DC 20011
202-737-4150
School DescriptionPrepares students for college and careers in the hotel and restaurant industry, featuring internships, technology training, and mentoring, as well as a year round program with summer school and summer employment.
www.washingtonhospitality.org
Howard Road Academy PCS (Ward 8; grades K-8)
701 Howard Road SE
Washington, DC 20020
202-610-4193
School DescriptionThe school was conceived by a group of professionals committed to improving the quality of education available to residents of Ward 8. Managed by Mosaica Education, Inc., the education program features the research-based Direct Instruction curriculum.
http://www.howardroadacademy.org (Ward 7; grades PreK-3)
3000 Pennsylvania Avenue SE
Washington, DC 20020
202-583-3322
School DescriptionFormerly Washington Academy PCS and as of Spring 2008 under the charter of Howard Road Academy PCS. Has a curriculum that combines the rigor of classical education with the relevance required by contemporary society. Students learn about character, ethics, empathy and self-esteem implicitly by studying the world’s great heroes, both canonical and unsung, and by stepping into the shoes of great historical figures, both real and imaginary. Paragon looks to the past to prepare students to become the architects of tomorrow.
www.howardroadacademy.org (Ward 8; grades PreK-3)
4625 G Street SE (Jones Memorial Campus)
Washington, DC 20019
202-553-2828
School DescriptionFormerly Washington Academy PCS; as of Spring 2008 under the charter of Howard Road Academy PCS. Has a curriculum that combines the rigor of classical education with the relevance required by contemporary society. Students learn about character, ethics, empathy and self-esteem implicitly by studying the world’s great heroes, both canonical and unsung, and by stepping into the shoes of great historical figures, both real and imaginary. Paragon looks to the past to prepare students to become the architects of tomorrow.
www.howardroadacademy.org
Howard University Middle School for Math and Science (Ward 1; grades 6-8)
405 Howard Place NW
Washington, DC 20059
202-806-7725
School DescriptionThe Howard University Middle School of Mathematics and Science (MS)2 is a public charter school committed to academic excellence, and will prepare middle school students for college and careers in math, science, and engineering.
http://www.howard.edu/ms2
Hyde Leadership PCS (Ward 5; grades K-12)
101 T Street NE
Washington, DC 20002
202-529-4400
School DescriptionBased on a successful and longstanding prep school program in New England, Hyde Leadership PCS emphasizes �Education, Character, and Family.� The Hyde community is a place of self-discovery and challenge, where every youngster is capable of excellence. The school emphasizes curiosity, concern, courage, integrity, and leadership. Hyde offers a rigorous academic curriculum to prepare students for competitive post-secondary education. All students participate in co-curricular activities, community service, the performing arts, and athletics. Their families take part in a comprehensive program designed to help parents, guardians, and siblings.
http://www.hydedc.org 
Ideal Academy PCS (Grades PreS-8)
6130 N.Capitol Street NW
Washington, DC 20019
School DescriptionPromotes strong academics emphasizing mathmatics, science and technology, special attention is placed on the developing reading skills at an early age through the use of an intensive phonics program.
www.iapcs.org (Ward 4; grades 9-12)
100 Peabody Street NW, 2nd Floor
Washington, DC 20011
202-723-6798
School DescriptionIdeal Academy Public Charter School promotes strong academics emphasizing mathematics, science and technology. Computer classes augment the curriculum. Special attention is placed on developing reading skills at an early age through the use of an intensive phonics program. Before and after school programming begins at 7:00 am and concludes at 6:00 pm. Ideal Academy received its charter in 1998 from The District of Columbia Board of Education.
www.iapcs.org
Imagine South East (Ward 8; grades PreS-3)
421 Alabama Ave SE
Washington, DC 20032
202-210-1208
School DescriptionSCHEDULED TO OPEN FALL 2008: A single-sex classroom environment emphasizing quality academic content, character development, community involvement, and student leadership. Managed by Imagine Schools and using the Core Knowledge Scope and Sequence.
www.imaginesoutheastpcs.org
Integrated Design & Electronics Academy PCS (IDEA) (Ward 7; grades 7-12)
1027 45th Street NE
Washington, DC 20019
202-399-4750
School DescriptionThe IDEA Public Charter High School is a spin-off of the Phelps Career Academy program which was established in 1993. IDEA’s educational program is based on the JROTC Career Academy model: a career-focused school which integrates academic and occupational curricula, increases student career options, and provides a meaningful learning context for both potential dropouts and college-bound youth. IDEA supports learning experiences outside of the classroom after school or on the weekends and provides after-school tutoring programs for interested students. The District of Columbia Board of Education chartered IDEA in 1997.
http://www.ideapcs.org
Kamit Institute for Magnificent Achievers (KIMA) PCS (Ward 4; grades 7-12)
100 Peabody Street NW, 1st Floor
Washington, DC 20011
202-723-7886
School DescriptionKIMA provides an academically challenging environment for college and career bound students. The program places a heavy emphasis on small class size (15 to 1 teacher-student ratio). The literary arts, social research, outdoor education, and cultural exploration are emphasized. During- and after-school tutorials are provided. KIMA takes a holistic approach to education and believes strongly in family involvement. KIMA was chartered in 1999 by the District of Columbia Board of Education.
http://www.kimapcs.org/
KIPP DC: AIM Academy PCS (Ward 8; grades 5-7)
2600 Douglass Road SE
Washington, DC 20011
202-373-0505
School DescriptionAn accelerated program that prepares students for college prepartory study in high school, and operates on the premise that there are no shortcuts to success.
http://www.aimacademydc.org
KIPP DC: KEY Academy PCS (Ward 6; grades 5-7)
4801 Benning Road SE
Washington, DC 20003
202-582-5477
School DescriptionKEY (Knowledge Empowers You) Academy is a member of the KIPP (Knowledge Is Power Program) Network of Schools, a national network of innovative schools serving at-risk children. Planned for growth of one grade per year, KEY Academy will house its full enrollment of 320 students in fifth through eight grades in 2004. The school uses an accelerated curriculum in order to prepare its students for college-preparatory study in high school. The program and environment are based on the premise that there are no shortcuts to success. Parents, students, and teachers sign commitment contracts. Attendance is required half-days on Saturday and three-weeks during the summer. Teachers are available by cell phone on a 24-hour basis for academic guidance. KIPP DC/ KEY Academy received its charter in 2001 from the DC Public Charter School Board.
http://www.keyacademy.org
KIPP DC: LEAP Academy PCS (Ward 7; grades PreK-K)
4801 Benning Road SE
Washington, DC 20020
202-582-5477
School Description KIPP DC: LEAP Academy will be KIPP DC’s first elementary school. LEAP will initially serve 88 Pre-Kindergarten students (age 4) during the 2007-2008 school year and will expand one grade level annually until it ultimately serves students in pre-kindergarten through fourth grade. The program and environment are based on the premise that there are no shortcuts to success.
http://www.kippdc.org
KIPP DC: WILL Academy PCS (Ward 2; grades 5-6)
421 P Street NW
Washington, DC 20001
202-328-9455
School DescriptionWILL Academy will use an accelerated curriculum to prepare its students for college-preparatory study in high school. The program and environment are based on the premise that there are no shortcuts to success. Parents, students, and teachers sign commitment contracts. Attendance is required half-days on Saturday and three-weeks during the summer. Teachers are available by cell phone on a 24-hour basis for academic guidance.
http://www.kippdc.org
Latin American Montessori Bilingual (LAMB) Public Charter School (Ward 4; grades PreS-3)
1375 Missouri Avenue NW
Washington, DC 20011
202-526-8238
School DescriptionLAMB features child-centered learning environments, utilizing hands-on Montessori materials which are developmentally appropriate, self-correcting, sequenced and flowing from simple to complex in order for students to achieve the following goals: to learn, master and be able to apply academic content in language arts, mathematics, and science in English and Spanish; to become self-motivated learners, and to care for self, others, their physical environment and ideas. All the multi-age classes are kept to a 12 to 1 student-teacher ratio. An additional grade level will be added each year until the school serves children ages three through twelve. The school will reach full capacity with 144 children. The District of Columbia Board of Education chartered the Latin American Montessori Bilingual Public Charter School in January 2002.
http://www.lambpcs.org
Mary McLeod Bethune Day Academy PCS (Ward 4; grades PreK-4)
5413 16th Street NW (Crestwood Campus)
Washington, DC 20011
202-723-5800
School DescriptionMary McLeod Bethune PCS will feature a challenging academic program with foreign language immersion.
http://www.mmbethunepcs.org (Ward 4; grades PreK-8)
1404 Jackson Street NE (Brookland Campus)
Washington, DC 20011
202-459-4710
School DescriptionChartered in 2004 Mary McLeod Bethune PCS features a challenging academic program with foreign language immersion.
http://www.mmbethunepcs.org (Ward 5; grades 4-7)
Slowe Elementary Campus - 1404 Jackson Street NE
Washington, DC 20017
202-270-1239
School DescriptionOpening in Fall 2007 this school features a challenging academic program in a supportive, diverse learning environment that is parentally involved, to enable each student to achieve academic success, talent, and positive social development.
www.mmbethunepcs.org
Maya Angelou PCS (Ward 7; grades 9-12)
5600 East Capitol Street NE (Evans Campus)
Washington, DC 20019
202-388-8960
School DescriptionThe Maya Angelou School, sponsored by the See Forever Foundation, integrates the world of work with a challenging curriculum for the city’s most at-risk students. The school environment is characterized by a personal approach to learning, wrap-around support for students such as team-building activities; field trips and access to quality mental and physical health care; and a talented, energetic staff. School is open year-round between 8 and 11 hours daily. Classes have a 5:1 student-teacher ratio, and class work is relevant and technologically enhanced. Second-year students choose to train in either the catering or technology field. In addition to classes, each student receives 3-5 hours of individual tutoring per week. The D.C. Public Charter School Board chartered the Maya Angelou Public Charter School in 1997.
http://www.seeforever.org (Ward 1; grades 9-12)
1851 9th Street NW (Shaw Campus)
Washington, DC 20009
202-939-9080
School DescriptionThe Maya Angelou School, sponsored by the See Forever Foundation, integrates the world of work with a challenging curriculum for the city’s most at-risk students. The school environment is characterized by a personal approach to learning, wrap-around support for students such as team-building activities; field trips and access to quality mental and physical health care; and a talented, energetic staff. School is open year-round between 8 and 11 hours daily. Classes have a 5:1 student-teacher ratio, and class work is relevant and technologically enhanced. Second-year students choose to train in either the catering or technology field. In addition to classes, each student receives 3-5 hours of individual tutoring per week. The D.C. Public Charter School Board chartered the Maya Angelou Public Charter School in 1997.
http://www.seeforever.org (Grades 6-8)
5600 East Capitol Street NE (Middle School)
Washington, DC 20019
202-232-2885
School DescriptionThe Maya Angelou School, sponsored by the See Forever Foundation, integrates the world of work with a challenging curriculum for the city’s most at-risk students. The school environment is characterized by a personal approach to learning, wrap-around support for students such as team-building activities; field trips and access to quality mental and physical health care; and a talented, energetic staff.
http://www.seeforever.org
MEI Futures Academy PCS (Ward 5; grades PreS-Adult)
6000 New Hampshire Ave. NE
Washington, DC 20011
202-636-1930
School DescriptionSCHEDULED TO OPEN FALL 2007: A year round school designed to serve teen mothers (ages 14-21) and their children (PreK-K). The school offers both a boarding school program and a day school program. Wrap around supports are provided for both boarding and day students along with their children. Teen mothers with infants( 0 - 2 years) may enroll them in our, separate, early education program.
www.mei-futures-dc.org
Meridian PCS (Ward 1; grades PreS-8)
1328 Florida Avenue NW
Washington, DC 20009
202-464-0021
School DescriptionMeridian provides a concept-based, classic curriculum to reach its mission to instill within each and every student a lifelong love of learning, the inspiration to dream, the discipline to succeed, and the skills they need to reach for the stars. The program design includes: structured classrooms with a lead teacher and assisting teachers; ongoing evaluation based on self-correction and frequent testing to prevent gaps in knowledge; individual student portfolios emphasizing self-expression through writing; a tutoring/mentoring system; and individualized language studies. Chancellor Beacon Academies, Inc. manages the school. Meridian uses The Calvert School curriculum developed by an independent school in Baltimore, MD. The D.C. Public Charter School Board chartered Meridian in 1998.
http://www.meridian-dc.net
Next Step / El Proximo Paso PCS (Ward 1; grades 9-Adult)
1419 Columbia Road NW
Washington, DC 20009
202-319-2249
School DescriptionFounded by the community based Latin-American Youth Center, Next Step provides a sound academic program tailored for teen parents and students who have dropped out of school. The Next Step empowers students to continue their education and successfully enter the workforce. Next Step received its charter in 1996 from the District of Columbia Board of Education.
http://www.layc-dc.org
Nia Community PCS (Ward 7; grades PreK-5)
100 41st Street NE (Benning Elementary Campus)
Washington, DC 20019
202-562-5440
School DescriptionNia Community PCS will foster a nurturing community-centered environment, as well as provide a rigorous comprehensive academic program designed to prepare students with life-long academic skills and success.
http://www.niacpcs.org
Options PCS (Ward 6; grades 6-10)
1375 E Street NE
Washington, DC 20002
202-547-1028
School DescriptionAs the District’s oldest charter school, Options promises to remain an innovator in programming for students traditionally underserved by public schools. The school’s mission is to provide a high-quality, unique educational experience for students at-risk of dropping out of school because they are underachieving, truant, or have behavior problems. An accredited middle school, the school is located in a newly renovated school building, with a Transition and Socialization Program for children with full time special education needs. Academic and guidance programs are designed to motivate students to stay in school by instilling in them 1) the desire to learn, 2) increased self-esteem, and 3) increased academic competence.
http://www.optionsschool.org
Paul PCS (Ward 4; grades 6-8)
5800 8th Street NW
Washington, DC 20011
202-291-7499
School DescriptionPaul Junior High School was a District of Columbia Public School before converting to a charter school in August 2000. It is designed to offer a strong academic course-of-study with the goal of preparing students for admission to those high schools recognized to be among the best in the country. Paul Junior High PCS maintains high academic expectations for all students, having incorporated achievement objectives from the DCPS standards, The Modern Red Schoolhouse© standards, National Standards, and several exemplary state standards. Paul JH PCS also integrates an extensive arts curriculum into its program in partnership with the Kennedy Center. The Paul Junior High Public Charter School was chartered in 1999 by the DC Public Charter School Board.
http://www.paulcharter.org
Phillips PCS (Grade Ungraded)
SCHEDULED TO OPEN FALL 2009
Annandale, VA 22003
703-941-8810 x206
School DescriptionSCHEDULED TO OPEN FALL 2009: Phillips PCS will serve students with a range of learning and behavioral disabilities and their families by building on their social and academic skills within a therapeutic milieu of comprehensive, early identification and intervention wrap-around services to ensure success in their next educational settings and in their communities.
Potomac Lighthouse PCS (Ward 5; grades PreK-6)
5800 8th Street NW
Washington, DC 202-526-6003
School DescriptionStudents at the Potomac Lighthouse Public Charter School acquire the knowledge, skills, values, and attitudes to be responsible citizens and effective workers. They realize these results through a curriculum that infuses fine and performing arts into every class. Through the arts, students become engaged in their learning, achieve at high levels, and develop ambitious expectations for themselves.
http://www.lighthouse-academies.org/Potomac.htm
Roots PCS (Ward 4; grades PreK-8)
15 Kennedy Street NW
Washington, DC 20011
202-882-8073
School DescriptionRoots provides a program for students interested in a strong learning environment infused with investigation of African heritage and culture. Roots stresses academic excellence, exemplary character, and social responsibility to prepare students for a traditional or alternative high school education. Roots Public Charter School was chartered by the District of Columbia Board of Education in 1998.
http://www.rootspcs.org
School for Arts in Learning (SAIL) PCS (Ward 2; grades K-6)
1100 16th Street NW
Washington, DC 20036
202-296-9100
School DescriptionSAIL is a community educational center whose mission to serve children with and without learning disabilities translates into teaching academic and arts skills through an interdisciplinary, project-based curriculum. The program provides support for parents and other community members. Instruction and assessment is based on the most current DCPS standards of learning and is tailored to each child’s individual needs. SAIL emphasizes the development of the whole child: intellectual, emotional, physical and social, assessing progress using portfolio collections of children’s work and culminating projects at the end of each thematic unit. Chartered by the D.C. Public Charter School Board in 1997.
http://www.sailpcs.org
School for Educational Evolution and Development (SEED) PCS (Ward 7; grades 7-12)
4300 C Streeet SE
Washington, DC 20019
202-248-7773
School DescriptionThe nation’s first inner-city public charter boarding school, The School for Educational Evolution and Development (SEED) provides its urban student body from the District of Columbia with a nurturing environment, strong role models, and a rigorous academic program designed to prepare them for career choices that may include admission to the nations’ top colleges and universities. Classes have no more than 14 students studying a standards-based curriculum, and technology is state of the art. The campus includes a renovated school building and newly constructed boarding facility. SEED, chartered to service grades 7 to 12, will increase one grade level per year. The school was chartered by the D.C. Public Charter School Board in 1997.
http://www.seedfoundation.com
Septima Clark PCS (Ward 8; grades PreS-1)
425 Chesapeke Street SE
Washington, DC 20019
202-276-6226
School DescriptionDC's first single-sex public charter school, where young boys will master advanced academic skills and knowledge to compete, achieve, and contribute in academic institutions of distinction. Space still available for PreS-K!
http://www.scpcs.org
St. Coletta Special Education PCS (Ward 6; grades PreS-Adult)
1901 Independence Avenue SE
Washington, DC 20003
202-350-8680
School DescriptionServing children and adults with cognitive disabilities. Students' strengths are identified to create goals and objectives that will enhance those skills and competencies, and encourage their use in problem solving.
http://www.stcoletta.org
Thea Bowman Preparatory Academy PCS (Ward 5; grades 5-6)
330 21st Street NE
Washington, DC 20002
202-543-6862
School DescriptionOPENS FALL 2008: A developmentally-appropriate, rigorous, standards-based curriculum that fosters a culture of self-discipline, service, and intellectual development so that students will enter and complete high school and value post-secondary education.
www.theabowmanprep.org
Thurgood Marshall Academy PCS (Ward 8; grades 9-12)
2427 Martin Luther King Jr. Avenue SE
Washington, DC 20020
202-563-6862
School DescriptionThe mission of Thurgood Marshall Academy is to prepare students to succeed in college and to actively engage in our democratic society. Thurgood Marshall Academy opened in August 2001 in southeast Washington, DC, to provide under-served, low-income students with the educational opportunities they deserve and need to succeed in life. As Washington, DC’s first law-related charter school, Thurgood Marshall Academy seeks to help its students develop their own voice and prepare for civic participation by helping them develop the skills lawyers have: the ability to solve complex problems, think critically, and advocate persuasively for themselves and their communities. Thurgood Marshall Academy received its charter in 2001 from the DC Public Charter School Board.
http://www.thurgoodmarshallacademy.org
Tree of Life Community PCS (Ward 5; grades PreK-8)
2315 18th Street NE
Washington, DC 20018
202-832-1108
School DescriptionThe School provides a family friendly learning environment that targets African American students. The curriculum emphasizes reading and literacy through performance-based instruction targeted to meet the needs of the students. The Tree of Life believes family services are critical to each student’s educational success and supports strong parental involvement and offer family-literacy services to students and their families. Tree of Life Community Public Charter School was chartered by the DC Public Charter School Board in 2000.
http://www.treeoflifepcs.org
Two Rivers PCS (Ward 6; grades PreS-6)
1227 4th Street NE
Washington, DC 20002
202-546-4477
School DescriptionTwo Rivers uses the Expeditionary Learning Outward Bound curriculum model, a project-based, hands-on, interactive teaching method in which most subjects are taught in conjunction with real world "expeditions." Children are able to connect skills in a wide variety of subject areas through their projects. Class sizes will be small with 24 or fewer students taught by one certified teacher and a full-time teaching assistant.
http://www.tworiverspcs.org
Washington Latin PCS (Ward 4; grades 8-9)
4715 16th Street NW (Upper School)
Washington, DC 20017
School DescriptionA college preparatory school offering a vigorous program of arts and sciences within an environment that encourages serious scholarship, independence of thought, and clarity of expression.
www.latinpcs.org (Ward 3; grades 5-7)
3855 Massachusetts Avenue NW
Washington, DC 20016
202-223-1111
School DescriptionA college preparatory school offering a vigorous program of arts and sciences within an environment that encourages serious scholarship, independence of thought, and clarity of expression.
http://www.washingtonlatin.org
Washington Mathematics, Science, and Technology PCS (Ward 5; grades 9-12)
1920 Bladensburg Road NE
Washington, DC 20002
202-636-8011
School DescriptionThe Washington Mathematics, Science, and Technology school provides college-bound students with a rigorous education that integrates math and science instruction with technology. The school utilizes the Modern Red Schoolhouse© academic standards. The D.C. Public Charter School Board chartered Washington Mathematics, Science, and Technology School in 1997.
http://www.wmstpchs.net
Washington Yu Ying (Ward 5; grades PreK-1)
4401 8th Street NE
Washington, DC 20017
202-536-2503
School Description OPENS FALL 2008: Chinese language immersion elementary school with an International Baccalaureate program.
William E. Doar Jr. PCS for the Performing Arts (Ward 5; grades PreK-10)
705 Edgewood Street NE
Washington, DC 20017
202-269-4646
School DescriptionThe William E. Doar PCS for the Performing Arts provides a college-preparatory academic and artistic learning environment that challenges students to reach their maximum intellectual, artistic, social, and emotional development as rapidly as their talents permit. Combining a multi-disciplinary arts program with the highest educational standards, WEDJ PCS is committed to graduating well-rounded, liberally educated, responsible young men and women. WEDJ PCS is now enrolling students for grades PreK-10 for fall 2007.
http://www.wedjschool.us (Ward 5; grades PreK-5)
3700 North Capitol Street NW (Northwest Elementary Campus)
Washington, DC 20017
202-882-1930
School DescriptionFormerly Tri-Community PCS but now under the charter of William E. Doar PCS: Founded by Ward 4 community members, current and former education administrators, and business people, program provides a rigorous, standards-driven curriculum. The school’s goal is to ensure that its students have maximum choice upon graduation: college, career, and/or post-secondary technical education. With a particular focus on literacy development, the school mission is realized using the America’s Choice© school design. Low student-teacher ratios are a key program feature: no more than 20:1. An additional grade level will be added each year until the school offers grades Pre-K through 12. Tri-Community received its charter in February 2001 from the DC Public Charter School Board, and William E. Doar took over the operations and charter in FALL 2008
http://www.tricommunitypcs.com
Young America Works PCS (Ward 4; grades 9-11)
6015-6017 Chillum Place NE
Washington, DC 20001
202-722-9295
School DescriptionYoung America Works PCS offers education and training in selected programs from the eight major occupational divisions as specified by the United States Department of Education. Internships and job placement are an integral part of the school program.
http://www.youngamericaworks.com
YouthBuild PCS (Ward 1; grades 9-Adult)
3014 14th Street NW
Washington, DC 20011
202-319-2236
School DescriptionYouthBuild PCS serves young people ages 16-24 who have not succeeded in a traditional high school. The school combines employment and construction skills programs with a GED curriculum.
htt://www.layc-dc.org/charterschools
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