Shining Stars Montessori Academy PCS
Shining Stars Montessori Academy PCS
Public Charter School
Kevin Lapinski
202-723-1467
klapinski@shiningstarspcs.org
8:15 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
7:00 a.m.-8:15 a.m.3:30 p.m.-6:00 p.m.
Before and after care availableFee-basedContact school for details
Not Required
SSMA offers a quality and accredited Montessori education infused with culturally inclusive principles to guide children to develop to their fullest potential. We have multi-aged classrooms, special Montessori materials, uninterrupted work cycles, integrated arts programming, dual language Spanish immersion, and individual and small group learning opportunities. The school also offers a robust Montessori hybrid and distance learning program with 1:1 and small group academic lessons.
Dual Language/Immersion
Extended Day
Montessori
Arts & Crafts; Spanish & French; Gardening; Robotics; Chess; Cooking; Elem. Honor Society; Student Govt; Montessori UN; Wellness/Movement; Dance; Photography
• SSMA is fully accredited by the American Montessori Society and Middle States Association for grades PK3-6.
• SSMA offers a pilot Dual Immersion program for students in grades PreK3-3. Will expand to Upper Elementary (grades 4-6) in SY 2022
• SSMA offers school-run Montessori After-School and Arts program (MAPS).
Learn more about this school's DC CAPE and accountability scores by visiting the DC School Report Card website.
Learn more about this school’s Charter and Financial disclosure statements from the Public Charter School Board at PCSB School Profile Page.
Learn more about this school’s Historic Waitlist offers, seats, and applications in prior lottery cycles.
- 66% Black/African-American
- 4% Asian
- 19% Hispanic / Latino
- 2% Native American / Alaska Native
- <1% Native Hawaiian / Other Pacific Islander
- 10% White non-Hispanic
- <1% Multiracial
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