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EDUCATION2014-2015S E R V I N G S O U T H E R N A N D C E N T R A L P R I N C E G E O R G E ’ S C O U N T Y

GUIDE TO EDUCATION IN PRINCE GEORGE’S COUNTY

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CONTENTS

Temitayo Ogunduyilemi (center)examines a vial of liquid duringa DNA experiment in theMdBioLab at Bowie High School.

Makenzie Gilliard and LeanaMatthews wear butterflywings during a ribbon-cuttingceremony to unveil the newlybuilt outdoor classroom atKenilworth Elementary Schoolin Bowie.

The Avalon Elementary Schoolchorus performs during adedication ceremony for theschool in Fort Washington.

Glenarden Woods ElementarySchool team members andsponsors celebrate winning theScience Bowl at Bonnie F. JohnsEducational Media Center inLandover.

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BACK-TO-SCHOOL GUIDEPrince George’s County | August 2014

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Tulip Grove Elementary School students Justin Hill (left) and Raven Ford (right) work with fellowmembers of the Destination Imagination team to build an aircraft out of paper and other materials.

Charter schools 21

Colleges/universities 26

Common Core test 12

Cracking the computer careers ‘code’ 5

Early childhood 18

Elementary schools 6

High schools 22

Important school numbers 4

Middle schools 19

Outdoor centers 18

Private schools 27

School board/CEO 13

School calendar 4

Scholarships for Prince George’s students 26

Security in schools 16

Special education schools 18

4 AUGUST 2014

IMPORTANT SCHOOL NUMBERS

Aug. 11-13 Monday-Wednesday Professional duty days for new teachers

Aug. 18-21 Monday-Thursday Professional duty days for all teachers

Aug. 20 Wednesday Professional development

Aug. 25 Monday Systemic orientation day for sixth- and ninth-graders

Aug. 26 Tuesday First day of school for all students

Sept. 1 Monday Holiday, Labor Day*

Sept. 19 Friday Professional development. Schools closed for students

Sept. 25 Thursday Holiday, Rosh Hashanah.** Schools and offices closed.

Sept. 26 Friday Rosh Hashanah**

Oct. 4 Saturday Eid al-Adha and Yom Kippur**

Oct. 17 Friday MSEA Convention. Schools closed for students andteachers.

Oct. 31 Friday End of first quarter (45 days)

Oct. 31 Friday Professional development. Two-hour early dismissal forstudents.

Nov. 3 Monday Grading/teacher planning. Schools closed for students.

Nov. 4 Tuesday Election Day*

Nov. 11 Tuesday Parent-teacher conferences. Schools closed forstudents.

Nov. 26-28 Wednesday-Friday Holidays, Thanksgiving*

Dec. 10 Wednesday Professional development. Two-hour early dismissal forstudents.

Dec. 22-23 Monday and Tuesday Winter Break. Schools closed for students and teachers.

Dec. 24-26 Wednesday-Friday Holidays, Christmas*

Dec. 29-31 Monday-Wednesday Winter Break*

Jan. 1 and 2 Thursday and Friday Holidays, New Year’s*

Jan. 19 Monday Holiday, Martin L. King Jr. Day*

Jan. 23 Friday End of second quarter (43 days)

Jan. 26 Monday Grading/teacher planning. Schools closed for students.

Feb. 13 Friday Professional development. Schools closed for students.

Feb. 16 Monday Holiday, Presidents Day*

April 1 Wednesday End of third quarter (45 days)

April 2 Thursday Grading/teacher planning. Schools closed for students.

April 3 and 6 Friday and Monday Holidays, Easter*

April 7-10 Tuesday-Friday Spring Break. Schools closed for students and teachers.

May 25 Monday Holiday, Memorial Day*

June 16 Tuesday Two-hour early dismissal for students.

June 17 Wednesday Last day for students. Two-hour early dismissal. Endof fourth quarter (47 days). Subject to change due toinclement weather.

June 18 Thursday Last day for teachers. Subject to change due toinclement weather.

June 18 and 19;22 and 23

Thursday and Friday;Monday and Tuesday

Inclement weather makeup days.

PRINCE GEORGE’S COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS 2014-2015 CALENDAR

* ALL SCHOOLS AND OFFICES CLOSED ** HOLIDAY BEGINS AT SUNSET OF THE PRECEDING DAY. PGCPS PROHIBITS SCHEDULING OF ANY MEETINGS OR ACTIVITIES DURING OR AFTER THE REGULAR SCHOOL DAY. (DOES NOT APPLY TO STATE OR REGIONAL EVENTS).

SOURCE: PRINCE GEORGE’S COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Academics 301-952-6280

Adult Ed. 301-322-0891

Appeals 301-952-6195

Athletics 301-669-6000

Before & After Care 301-636-8412

Board of Education Office 301-952-6115

Career & Technical Education 301-669-6000

Charter Schools Office 301-618-7320

Child Find 301-618-8342

Choice/Option Schools (Title I) 301-925-2392

Communications 301-952-6001

Council of Prince George’s County PTAs 301-408-5539

Creative & Performing Arts 301-808-8317

Curriculum & Instruction 301-808-8240

Deputy Superintendent’s Office 301-952-6011

Early Childhood (Pre-K and K) 301-808-2707

English for Speakers of Other Languages Program 301-445-8450

International Student Office 301-445-8460

Office of Interpreting and Translating 301-408-5511

Even Start Program 301-431-6220

Evening HS 301-669-6000

Food & Nutrition Services 301-952-6580

French Immersion/World Languages 301-808-8265

GED & ESOL (Prince George’s Community College) 301-322-0891

Head Start 301-408-7100

Health Services 301-749-4722

Home & Hospital Teaching 301-567-8642

Home Schooling 301-333-1001

Homeless Education 301-925-2482

Human Resources 301-780-2191

Infant/Toddler Program 301-265-8415

Judy Hoyer Family Learning Center 301-408-6860

Maintenance 301-952-6500

Professional School Counseling 301-567-8669

Psychological Services 301-431-5630

Pupil Accounting and School Boundaries 301-952-6300

Security Services 301-499-7000

Building Alarms 301-499-7019

Special Education 301-618-8300

Student Affairs/Safe and Drug Free Schools 301-749-4379

Student Services 301-952-6384

Student Records (Copies of diplomas, graduation verification) 301-952-6366

Student Transcripts 301-952-6024

Student Transfers 301-952-6366

Superintendent’s Office 301-952-6008

Supplemental Educational Services/Title I 301-925-2384

Talented & Gifted 301-808-3790

Teacher Leadership and Professional Development 301-749-4600

Testing Office 301-702-3860

Transportation 301-952-6570

Turn Around Schools 301-702-3910

TTD Services/Hearing and Speech Impaired 301-952-6068

SOURCE: PRINCE GEORGE’S COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

JAMIE ANFENSON-COMEAU/THE GAZETTE

County Executive Rushern Baker III (front left) speaks withMaryland Gov. Martin O’Malley (front right) and in back from left,teachers’ union President Kenneth B. Haines, school boardChairman Segun C. Eubanks, Maryland Superintendent of SchoolsLillian Lowery and Prince George’s school CEO Kevin Maxwell.

5AUGUST 2014

n IT jobs are expected togrow by nearly 20 percent

over next decade

BY JAMIEANFENSON-COMEAU

STAFFWRITER

Computer programming isone of the fastest-growing pro-fessions, and Prince George’sCounty officials say they areworking to keep up with demandthrough three new informationtechnology academies.According to the U.S. Depart-

ment of Labor’s Bureau of LaborStatistics, there were 343,700computer programming jobs inthe United States in 2012, payinga median income of more than$74,000 per year, and computer-related professions are expectedto increase by 18 percent over thenext 10 years—50percent higherthan the national job growth av-erage.Roxanne Emadi, grass-roots

strategist for Seattle-based non-profit Code.org, said most U.S.

schools are not prepared for thatgrowth.“According to our estimates,

nine out of 10 K-12 schools in theU.S. do not teach computer sci-ence at all,” Emadi said. “Evenat schools that do offer it, onlyabout 5 percent of students takethe classes.”Code.org, founded last year,

lobbies for increased access tocomputer science education, aswell as partnering with schoolsystems tohelpprovidecomputerprogramming classes.In Prince George’s County

Public Schools, threehigh schools— Fairmont Heights in Capi-tol Heights, DuVal in Lanhamand Gwynn Park in Brandywine— have IT academies foundedwithin the past three years, withcurriculums designed to preparestudents for college andcareers incomputer-related fields.In addition, school system

spokespersonShaVonMcConnellsaid High Point High School alsooffers computer science classes.Three schools — Crossland

High School in Temple Hills, Dr.Henry Wise Jr. High School in

Upper Marlboro and Laurel HighSchool — offer two-year CareerTechnology Education programsthat include computer network-ing and computer repair courses,McConnell said.McConnell said computer

programming courses do notcount toward a student’s mathor science graduation require-ment, but the CTE programs canbe used for graduation credit inplace of two years of a foreignlanguage requirement.Two additional IT academies

are planned in the near future atLaurel High school in the 2015-16 school year and Friendly HighSchool in Fort Washington in the2016-17 school year.In the academies, students

learn programming languages,and how to create websites andsoftware applications, or apps.“We teach them multiple

programming languages. Weteach them HTML and JavaS-cript and CSS, which are used todesign websites and web apps,”said Cullen White, an instructorinFairmontHeights’ ITAcademy.White said the computer pro-

gramming courses are currentlyonly open to students in the ITAcademy, but he hopes to securefunding to provide classes to thestudent body at-large.White said the knowledge his

students are learning will be use-ful no matter what career paththey take.“You look at the way the

world works now, and everything

you do, nomatter what you’re in-terested in, there’s an app for it,”White said. “So even if they don’tuse it on a regular basis, they’llbe able to take advantage of thisknowledgeand leverage it for per-sonal gain and for the bettermentof society.”

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Cullen White (left), program coordinator for the IT Academy at Fairmont HeightsHigh School, works with student Natally Palma in a Web development class inFebruary.

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This information provided byPrince George’s County PublicSchools is a partial list thatincludes schools from thecoverage area of this editionof The Gazette. The completelist is available at www.gazette.net.Enrollment is the numberreported by Prince George’sCounty Public Schools to theMaryland State Departmentof Education for the 2013-14school year. School ProgressIndex (SPI) is reported in theMSDE 2013 Maryland ReportCard (www.mdreportcard.org).SPI is based on achievement,growth and gap reduction.Schools with an SPI of 1.0000or higher have met theirperformance target.

Accokeek Academy14400 Berry RoadAccokeek, MD 20607Phone: 301-203-3200Fax: 301-203-3207Hours: K-4th grade: 9:15a.m. - 3:25 p.m.5th-8th grade: 9:15 a.m. -3:55 p.m.Website: www1.pgcps.org/accokeek/Principal: Judy Adams

Guidance Counselors: GretaThomas, Tracey Williams,Lakeisha Strother, AndreaTaylorNumber of Teachers: 110Capacity: 1,369Enrollment: 1,361Parent Organization: PTSOESOL Program: YesUniform Policy: Yes, atmiddle schoolMascot: EagleBefore/After Care: NoSPI: Not Met/0.9095MSA Reading: 81.3%MSA Math: 65.1%

Allenwood ES6300 Harley LaneTemple Hills, MD 20748Phone: 301-702-3930Fax: 301-702-7598Hours: 7:45 a.m. - 1:55 p.m.Website: www1.pgcps.org/allenwood/Principal: Shawna FagbuyiGuidance Counselor:LaKeisha MorganNumber of Teachers: 22Capacity: 449Enrollment: 416Parent Organization: PTAESOL Program: YesUniform Policy: YesMascot: Wildcat

Before/After Care: YesSPI: Not Met/0.9825MSA Reading: 67.3%MSA Math: 52.7%

Apple Grove ES7400 Bellefield AvenueFort Washington, MD20744Phone: 301-449-4966Fax: 301-449-2106Hours: 8:50 a.m. - 3 p.m.Website: www1.pgcps.org/applegrove/

Principal: Beth LinnGuidance Counselor: KeziaDix-TruesdaleNumber of Teachers: 31Capacity: 540Enrollment: 454Parent Organization: PTOESOL Program: YesUniform Policy: YesMascot: BulldogBefore/After Care: YesSPI: Met/1.0218MSA Reading: 78.2%MSA Math: 72.7%

Ardmore ES9301 Ardwick-ArdmoreRoadSpringdale, MD 20774Phone: 301-925-1311Fax: 301-925-1318Hours: 7:45 a.m. - 1:55 p.m.Website: www1.pgcps.org/ardmore/Principal: Georgette GregoryGuidance Counselor:Rachelle JacksonNumber of Teachers: 35Capacity: 535Enrollment: 540Parent Organization: PTAESOL Program: YesUniform Policy: YesMascot: AnchorBefore/After Care: YesSPI: Not Met/0.9333MSA Reading: 88.3%MSA Math: 72.8%

Arrowhead ES2300 Sansbury RoadUpper Marlboro, MD 20772Phone: 301-499-7071Fax: 301-499-7074Hours: 9:15 a.m. - 3:25 p.m.Website: www1.pgcps.org/arrowhead/Principal: Gail BentzGuidance Counselors:Lauren Sipe

Number of Teachers: 35Capacity: 434Enrollment: 416Parent Organization: PTAESOL Program: YesUniform Policy: YesMascot: LionBefore/After Care: YesSPI: Not Met/0.9503MSA Reading: 57.5%MSA Math: 37.3%

Avalon ES4815 Dalton StreetTemple Hills, MD 20744Phone: 301-449-4970Fax: 301-449-2114Hours: 7:45 a.m. - 1:55 p.m.Website: www1.pgcps.org/avalon/Principal: Veda McCoyGuidance Counselor: PhyllisEnnalsNumber of Teachers: 30Capacity: 419Enrollment: 397Parent Organization: PTOESOL Program: YesUniform Policy: YesMascot: EagleBefore/After Care: YesSPI: Not Met/0.9810MSA Reading: 70%

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Baden ES13601 Baden-WestwoodRoadBrandywine, MD 20613Phone: 301-888-1188Fax: 301-888-2205Hours: 9:15 a.m. - 3:25 p.m.Website: www1.pgcps.org/baden/Principal: Dennis BilicicGuidance Counselor: MeganHaynesNumber of Teachers: 14Capacity: 337Enrollment: 302Parent Organization: PTAESOL Program: YesUniform Policy: YesMascot: BobcatBefore/After Care: Aftercare through Park andPlanningSPI: Not Met/0.8743MSA Reading: 80.1%MSA Math: 62.5%

Barack Obama ES12700 Brooke LaneUpper Marlboro, MD 20772Phone: 301-574-4020Fax: 301-574-4025Hours: 7:45 a.m. - 1:55 p.m.Website: www1.pgcps.org/barackobama/Principal: Megan AshworthGuidance Counselor: GlendaBainesNumber of Teachers: 36Capacity: 834Enrollment: 896Parent Organization: PTAESOL Program: YesUniform Policy: YesMascot: EagleBefore/After Care: YesSPI: Not Met/0.9722MSA Reading: 84.3%MSA Math: 75.1%

Barnaby Manor ES2411 Owens RoadOxon Hill, MD 20745Phone: 301-702-7560Fax: 301-702-7529Hours: 7:45 a.m. - 1:55 p.m.Website: www1.pgcps.org/barnabymanor/Principal: Viola LynchGuidance Counselor: TiffanyPriceNumber of Teachers: 39Capacity: 673Enrollment: 459Parent Organization: PTAESOL Program: YesUniform Policy: YesMascot: BearBefore/After Care: NoSPI: Met/1.1074MSA Reading: 74.4%MSA Math: 57.8%

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Creative & Performing ArtsAcademy4601 Beauford RoadSuitland, MD 20746Phone: 301-817-0300Fax: 301-817-0941Hours: 9:15 a.m. - 3:55 p.m.Website: www1.pgcps.org/benjaminfoulois/Principal: Dr. Patricia PayneGuidance Counselor:Shonita Lee, ShamikaBurnaughNumber of Teachers: 40Capacity: 796Enrollment: 556Parent Organization: PTSAESOL Program: NoUniform Policy: NoMascot: FalconsBefore/After Care: YesSPI: Met/1.0482MSA Reading: 89%MSA Math: 65.6%

Brandywine ES14101 Brandywine RoadBrandywine, MD 20613Phone: 301-372-0100Fax: 301-372-0729Hours: 7:45 a.m. - 1:55 p.m.Website: www1.pgcps.org/brandywine/Principal: Teri LeeGuidance Counselor: AprilRossNumber of Teachers: 30Capacity: 473Enrollment: 423Parent Organization: PTAESOL Program: YesUniform Policy: YesMascot: BulldogBefore/After Care: NoSPI: Not Met/0.9532MSA Reading: 82%MSA Math: 71.2%

Clinton Grove ES9420 Temple Hill RoadClinton, MD 20735Phone: 301-599-2414Fax: 301-599-2412Hours: 7:45 a.m. to 1:55

p.m.Website: www1.pgcps.org/clintongrove/Principal: Jamila MannieGuidance Counselor: vacantNumber of Teachers: 29Capacity: 345Enrollment: 377Parent Organization: PTAESOL Program: YesUniform Policy: YesMascot: PandaBefore/After Care: YesSPI: Not Met/0.7966MSA Reading: 56.1%MSA Math: 28.6%

Concord ES2004 Concord LaneDistrict Heights, MD 20747Phone: 301-817-0488Fax: 301-817-0922Hours: 8:15 a.m. - 2:25 p.m.Website: www1.pgcps.org/concord/Principal: Carolyn George-RemyGuidance Counselor: vacantNumber of Teachers: 22Capacity: 390Enrollment: 308Parent Organization: PTOESOL Program:YesUniform Policy: YesMascot: MustangBefore/After Care: YesSPI: Not Met/0.8765MSA Reading: 71.6%MSA Math: 38.6%

District Heights ES2200 County RoadDistrict Heights, MD 20747Phone: 301-817-0484Fax: 301-817-0561Hours: 7:45 a.m. - 1:55 p.m.Website: www1.pgcps.org/districtheights/Principal: Marlowe Blount-RichGuidance Counselor: AmberScottNumber of Teachers: 23

Capacity: 515Enrollment: 424Parent Organization: PTAESOL Program: YesUniform Policy: YesMascot: PandaBefore/After Care: NoSPI: Met/1.0572MSA Reading: 69.3%MSA Math: 50.5%

Flintstone ES800 Comanche DriveOxon Hill, MD 20745Phone: 301-749-4210Fax: 301-749-4215Hours: 9:15 a.m. - 3:25 p.m.Website: www1.pgcps.org/flintstone/Principal: Brandi StinsonGuidance Counselor: vacantNumber of Teachers: 45Capacity: 447Enrollment: 432Parent Organization: NoneESOL Program: YesUniform Policy: YesMascot: LionBefore/After Care: NoSPI: Not Met/0.7147MSA Reading: 65.4%MSA Math: 37.1%

Forest Heights ES200 Talbert DriveForest Heights, MD 20745Phone: 301-749-4220Fax: 301-749-4224Hours: 7:45 a.m. to 1:55

p.m.Website: www1.pgcps.org/forestheights/Principal: Chester BrookoverGuidance Counselor: vacantNumber of Teachers: 25Capacity: 314Enrollment: 266Parent Organization: PTOESOL Program: YesUniform Policy: YesMascot: Wise OwlBefore/After Care: NoSPI: Not Met/0.8406MSA Reading: 54.2%MSA Math: 38.7%

Fort Foote ES8300 Oxon Hill RoadFort Washington, MD20744Phone: 301-749-4230Fax: 301-749-4236Hours: 9:15 a.m. - 3:25 p.m.Website: www1.pgcps.org/fortfoote/Principal: Dr. MarilynGoldsmithGuidance Counselor: JoyGogginsNumber of Teachers: 15Capacity: 413Enrollment: 298Parent Organization: PTAESOL Program: YesUniform Policy: YesMascot: BearBefore/After Care: NoSPI: Not Met/0.9812

MSA Reading: 84%MSA Math: 62.8%

Fort Washington Forest ES1300 Fillmore RoadFort Washington, MD20744Phone: 301-203-1123Fax: 301-203-1129Hours: 8:15 a.m. - 2:25 p.m.Website: www1.pgcps.org/fortwashingtonforest/Principal: Ezekiel BloyceGuidance Counselor: vacantNumber of Teachers: 17Capacity: 411Enrollment: 239Parent Organization: PTSAESOL Program: YesUniform Policy: YesMascot: RocketBefore/After Care: NoSPI: Met/1.0416MSA Reading: 76.5%MSA Math: 63.5%

Francis Scott Key ES2301 Scott Key DriveDistrict Heights, MD 20747Phone: 301-817-7970Fax: 301-817-7979Hours: 7:45 a.m. to 1:55p.m.Website: www1.pgcps.org/francisscottkey/Principal: Judie StrawbridgeGuidance Counselor: Diane

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McKenzieNumber of Teachers: 39Capacity: 736Enrollment: 567Parent Organization: PTAESOL Program: YesUniform Policy: YesMascot: EagleBefore/After Care: YesSPI: Not Met/0.8500MSA Reading: 68%MSA Math: 47.8%

Francis T. Evans ES6720 Old Alexandria Ferry RoadClinton, MD 20735Phone: 301-599-2480Fax: 301-599-2561Hours: 7:45 a.m. - 1:55 p.m.Website: www1.pgcps.org/francistevans/Principal: Dr. Deborah StoneGuidance Counselor: Elaine ShawNumber of Teachers: 23Capacity: 457Enrollment: 384Parent Organization: PTAESOL Program: NoUniform Policy: YesMascot: FalconBefore/After Care: NoSPI: Not Met/0.9796MSA Reading: 84.2%MSA Math: 84.8%

Glassmanor ES1011 Marcy AvenueOxon Hill, MD 20745Phone: 301-749-4240Fax: 301-749-4242Hours: 8:15 a.m. - 2:25 p.m.Website: www1.pgcps.org/glassmanor/Principal: Diane JonesGuidance Counselors: vacantNumber of Teachers: 18Capacity: 335Enrollment: 290Parent Organization: PTAESOL Program: YesUniform Policy: YesMascot: TigerBefore and After Care: NoSPI: Met/1.1366MSA Reading: 84.9%MSA Math: 66.7%

Glenarden Woods ES7801 Glenarden ParkwayGlenarden, MD 20706Phone: 301-925-1300Fax: 301-925-1304Hours: 9:30 a.m. - 3:40 p.m.Website: www1.pgcps.org/glenardenwoods/Principal: Cecelia Jones-BowldingGuidance Counselor: vacantNumber of Teachers: 25Capacity: 472Enrollment: 475Parent Organization: PTAESOL Program: YesUniform Policy: NoMascot: Tiger

Before/After Care: YesSPI: Met/1.2554MSA Reading: 95%MSA Math: 95%

Heather Hills ES12605 Heming LaneBowie, MD 20716Phone: 301-805-2730Fax: 301-805-2733Hours: 7:45 a.m. – 1:55 p.m.Website: www1.pgcps.org/heatherhills/Principal: Patsy HoschGuidance Counselor: MoniqueBartleyNumber of Teachers: 24Capacity: 339Enrollment: 404Parent Organization: PTOESOL Program: NoUniform Policy: YesMascot: MustangBefore/After Care: YesSPI: Met/1.2707MSA Reading: 95%MSA Math: 95%

High Bridge ES7011 High Bridge RoadBowie, MD 20720Phone: 301-805-2690Fax: 301-805-2693Hours: 7:45 a.m. - 1:55 p.m.Website: www1.pgcps.org/highbridge/Principal: William KellyGuidance Counselor: Lisa MillerNumber of Teachers: 22Capacity: 443Enrollment: 382Parent Organization: PTAESOL Program: YesUniform Policy: NoMascot: HawkBefore/After Care: YesSPI: Not Met/0.8243MSA Reading: 71.8%MSA Math: 53.4%

Hillcrest Heights ES4305 22nd PlaceTemple Hills, MD 20748Phone: 301-702-3800

Fax: 301-702-3807Hours: 7:45 a.m. - 1:55 p.m.Website: www1.pgcps.org/hillcrestheights/Principal: Traci BrownGuidance Counselor: Kattrell LeeNumber of Teachers: 20Capacity: 520Enrollment: 482Parent Organization: PTAESOL Program: NoUniform Policy: YesMascot: HawkBefore/After Care: NoSPI: Not Met/0.8722MSA Reading: 65.1%MSA Math: 41.6%

Indian Queen ES9551 Fort Foote RoadFort Washington, MD 20744Phone: 301-749-4250Fax: 301-749-4252Hours: 8:15 a.m. - 2:25 p.m.Website: www1.pgcps.org/indianqueen/Principal: Aundrea McCallGuidance Counselor: TiffanyMatthewsNumber of Teachers: 22Capacity: 452Enrollment: 279Parent Organization: PTAESOL Program: YesUniform Policy: YesMascot: BearBefore/After Care: After carethrough Park and PlanningSPI: Not Met/0.9547MSA Reading: 74.8%MSA Math: 55.4%

J. Frank Dent ES2700 Corning AvenueFort Washington, MD 20744Phone: 301-702-3850Fax: 301-702-7574Hours: 7:45 a.m. - 1:55 p.m.Website: www1.pgcps.org/jfrankdent/Principal: Anita WallsGuidance Counselor: Andria JonesNumber of Teachers: 24Capacity: 362

Enrollment: 244Parent Organization: PTOESOL Program: YesUniform Policy: YesMascot: TigerBefore/After Care: NoSPI: Not Met/0.9791MSA Reading: 67%MSA Math: 60.2%

James Ryder Randall ES5410 Kirby RoadClinton, MD 20735Phone: 301-449-4980Fax: 301-449-2124Hours: 9:30 a.m. - 3:40 p.m.Website: www1.pgcps.org/jamesryderrandall/Principal: Sonia BeckfordGuidance Counselor: CarmelitaWalkerNumber of Teachers: 25Capacity: 506Enrollment: 424Parent Organization: PTAESOL Program: YesUniform Policy: YesMascot: MustangBefore/After Care: NoSPI: Met/1.1524MSA Reading: 88.9%MSA Math: 76.8%

John Hanson French Immersion2000 Callaway StreetHillcrest Heights, MD 20748Phone: 301-702-3950Fax: 301-894-8515School Hours: 9:15 a.m. - 3:55p.m.Website: www1.pgcps.org/johnhansonfrenchimmersion/Principal: Dr. Lysianne EssamaGuidance Counselors: SandraNavarraNumber of Teachers: 21Capacity: 668Enrollment: 459Parent Organization: PTSAESOL Program: NoUniform Policy: YesMascot: EagleBefore/After Care: YesSPI: Met/1.0834MSA Reading: 85.7%MSA Math: 75.4%

John Hanson Montessori6360 Oxon Hill RoadOxon Hill, MD 20745Phone: 301-749-4052Fax: 301-749-4054School Hours: 9:15 a.m. - 3:55p.m.Website: www1.pgcps.org/johnhansonmontessori/Principal: Katrina PinderGuidance Counselors: TiaBreckenridgeNumber of Teachers: 21Capacity: 902Enrollment: 465Parent Organization: PTSAESOL Program: NoUniform Policy: NoMascot: EagleBefore/After Care: YesSPI: Not Met/0.9905MSA Reading: 84.5%

MSA Math: 65.6%

Judge Sylvania W. Woods Sr. ES3000 Church StreetGlenarden, MD 20706Phone: 301-925-2840Fax: 301-925-2844Hours: 7:45 a.m. - 1:55 p.m.Website: www1.pgcps.org/judgesylvaniawoods/Principal: Michelle WilliamsGuidance Counselor: Antron DentNumber of Teachers: 39Capacity: 719Enrollment: 695Parent Organization: PTAESOL Program: YesUniform Policy: YesMascot: TigerBefore/After Care: NoSPI: Not Met/0.9852MSA Reading: 72%MSA Math: 55.5%

Kenilworth ES12520 Kembridge DriveBowie, MD 20715Phone: 301-805-6600Fax: 301-805-6605Hours: 7:45 p.m. – 1:55 p.m.Website: www1.pgcps.org/kenilworth/Principal: Rodney A. HendersonGuidance Counselor: Ronyl MinorWilliamsNumber of Teachers: 26Capacity: 494Enrollment: 329Parent Organization: PTAESOL Program: YesUniform Policy: NoMascot: CougarBefore/After Care: YesSPI: Not Met/0.9049MSA Reading: 86.9%MSA Math: 83.1%

Kettering ES11000 Layton StreetUpper Marlboro, MD 20774Phone: 301-808-5977Fax: 301-808-5973Hours: 7:45 a.m. - 1:55 p.m.Website: www1.pgcps.org/ketteringes/Principal: Joel NelsonGuidance Counselor: SharlisaTyreeNumber of Teachers: 30Capacity: 589Enrollment: 351Parent Organization: PTAESOL Program: YesUniform Policy: YesMascot: CougarBefore/After Care: YesSPI: Met/1.1280MSA Reading: 71.6%MSA Math: 49.1%

Kingsford ES1401 Enterprise RoadMitchellville, MD 20721Phone: 301-390-0260Fax: 301-390-0274Hours: 7:45 a.m. – 1:55 p.m.Website: www1.pgcps.org/



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kingsford/Principal: Paulette WatkinsGuidance Counselor: vacantNumber of Teachers: 30Capacity: 769Enrollment: 591Parent Organization: PTAESOL Program: YesUniform Policy: YesMascot: KnightBefore/After Care: YesSPI: Not Met/0.9618MSA Reading: 88.1%MSA Math: 72.5%

Lake Arbor ES10205 Lake Arbor WayMitchellville, MD 20721Phone: 301-808-5940Fax: 301-808-5960Hours: 7:45 a.m. – 1:55 p.m.Website: www1.pgcps.org/lakearbor/Principal: Tonya RigginsGuidance Counselor: vacantNumber of Teachers: 48Capacity: 790Enrollment: 537Parent Organization: PTAESOL Program: YesUniform Policy: YesMascot: LionBefore/After Care: YesSPI: Met/1.0733MSA Reading: 88.7%MSA Math: 69.2%

Longfields ES3300 Newkirk AvenueForestville, MD 20747Phone: 301-817-0455Fax: 301-817-0934Hours: 7:45 a.m. to 1:55 p.m.Website: www1.pgcps.org/longfields/Principal: Maisha StrongGuidance Counselor: OliviaRichardsonNumber of Teachers: 20Capacity: 469Enrollment: 390Parent Organization: PTSAESOL Program: YesUniform Policy: YesMascot: LeopardBefore/After Care: YesSPI: Not Met/0.7066MSA Reading: 81.5%MSA Math: 56.2%

Marlton ES8506 Old Colony Drive SouthUpper Marlboro, MD 20772Phone: 301-952-7780Fax: 301-952-7718Hours: 7:45 a.m. - 1:55 p.m.Website: www1.pgcps.org/marlton/Principal: Valerie GiffordGuidance Counselor: Rona ColbertNumber of Teachers: 24Capacity: 489Enrollment: 393Parent Organization: PTAESOL Program: NoUniform Policy: Yes

Mascot: MusketeersBefore/After Care: YesSPI: Not Met/0.9792MSA Reading: 87.8%MSA Math: 76.7%

Mattaponi ES11701 Duley Station RoadUpper Marlboro, MD 20772Phone: 301-599-2442Fax: 301-599-2449Hours: 7:45 a.m. - 1:55 p.m.Website: www1.pgcps.org/mattaponi/Principal: Dr. Janice HayGuidance Counselor: LucilleUnderdueNumber of Teachers: 26Capacity: 475Enrollment: 383Parent Organization: PTOESOL Program: YesUniform Policy: YesMascot: EagleBefore/After Care: YesSPI: Met/1.0486MSA Reading: 89.3%MSA Math: 83.5%

Melwood ES7100 Woodyard RoadUpper Marlboro, MD 20772Phone: 301-599-2500Fax: 301-599-2507Hours: 7:45 a.m. - 1:55 p.m.Website: www1.pgcps.org/melwood/Principal: Kristil FossettGuidance Counselor: LashondaMcFarlandNumber of Teachers: 26Capacity: 633Enrollment: 493Parent Organization: PTAESOL Program: YesUniform Policy: YesMascot: HawkBefore/After Care: YesSPI: Not Met/0.7748MSA Reading: 77%MSA Math: 61.2%

North Forestville ES2311 Ritchie RoadForestville, MD 20747Phone: 301-499-7098Fax: 301-808-4488Hours: 7:45 a.m. - 1:55 p.m.Website: www1.pgcps.org/northforestville/Principal: Falecia McMillianGuidance Counselor: Doris HugheyNumber of Teachers: 40Capacity: 412Enrollment: 330Parent Organization: PTOESOL Program: NoUniform Policy: YesMascot: FalconBefore/After Care: NoSPI: Not Met/0.9907MSA Reading: 58.9%MSA Math: 53.3%

Northview ES3700 Northview DriveBowie, MD 20716Phone: 301-218-1520Fax: 301-218-3071

Hours: 7:45 a.m. – 1:55 p.m.Website: www1.pgcps.org/northview/Principal: Jason SimmonsGuidance Counselor: Londa JamesNumber of Teachers: 44Capacity: 869Enrollment: 704Parent Organization: PTAESOL Program: YesUniform Policy: NoMascot: Night HawkBefore/After Care: YesSPI: Not Met/0.9579MSA Reading: 81.5%MSA Math: 73.7%

Overlook ES3298 Curtis DriveTemple Hills, MD 20748Phone: 301-702-3831Fax: 301-702-3839Hours: 7:45 a.m. - 1:55 p.m.Website: www1.pgcps.org/overlook/Principal: Ingrid WilliamsGuidance Counselor: vacantNumber of Teachers: 22Capacity: 542Enrollment: 288Parent Organization: PTOESOL Program: YesUniform Policy: YesMascot: American Bald EagleBefore/After Care: NoSPI: Met/1.0544MSA Reading: 65.9%MSA Math: 43.2%

Oxon Hill ES7701 Livingston RoadOxon Hill, MD 20745Phone: 301-749-4290Fax: 301-749-4295Hours: 9:15 a.m. - 3:25 p.m.Website: www1.pgcps.org/oxonhilles/Principal: Cynthia Best-GoringGuidance Counselor: RogerJohnson

Number of Teachers: 40Capacity: 353Enrollment: 317Parent Organization: PTSOESOL Program: YesUniform Policy: YesMascot: RoadrunnerBefore/After Care: NoSPI: Not Met/0.8699MSA Reading: 59.9%MSA Math: 61.5%

Panorama ES2002 Callaway StreetTemple Hills, MD 20748Phone: 301-702-3870Fax: 301-702-6000Hours: 7:45 a.m. – 1:55 p.m.Website: www1.pgcps.org/panorama/Principal: Patricia WellsGuidance Counselor: vacantNumber of Teachers: 35Capacity: 691Enrollment: 379Parent Organization: PTAESOL Program: NoUniform Policy: YesMascot: PantherBefore/After Care: After, providedby Spring Board (private group)SPI: Met/1.0307MSA Reading: 74.2%MSA Math: 59.2%

Patuxent ES4410 Bishopmill DriveUpper Marlboro, MD 20772Phone: 301-952-7700Fax: 301-952-7723Hours: 7:45 a.m. - 1:55 p.m.Website: www1.pgcps.org/patuxent/Principal: Glenda WashingtonGuidance Counselor: vacantNumber of Teachers: 27Capacity: 445Enrollment: 290Parent Organization: PTAESOL Program: Yes

Uniform Policy: YesMascot: Bald EagleBefore/After Care: YesSPI: Not Met/0.9824MSA Reading: 87.7%MSA Math: 68.1%

Perrywood ES501 Watkins Park DriveUpper Marlboro, MD 20774Phone: 301-218-3040Fax: 301-218-3050Hours: 7:45 a.m. - 1:55 p.m.Website: www1.pgcps.org/perrywood/Principal: Carolyn PooleGuidance Counselor: MargueriteMatthewsNumber of Teachers: 31Capacity: 791Enrollment: 640Parent Organization: PTAESOL Program: NoUniform Policy: YesMascot: PantherBefore/After Care: YesSPI: Met/1.0165MSA Reading: 91.6%MSA Math: 87.6%

Phyllis E. Williams ES9601 Prince PlaceUpper Marlboro, MD 20772Phone: 301-499-3373Fax: 301-808-4487Hours: 7:45 a.m. - 1:55 p.m.Website: www1.pgcps.org/phyllisewilliams/Principal: Karen DeSouza-GallmanGuidance Counselor: Michelle HallNumber of Teachers: 20Capacity: 538Enrollment: 344Parent Organization: PTAESOL Program: YesUniform Policy: YesMascot: WildcatsBefore/After Care: YesSPI: Met/1.0377MSA Reading: 73%MSA Math: 55%

Pointer Ridge ES1110 Parkington LaneBowie, MD 20716Phone: 301-390-0220Fax: 301-390-0281Hours: 7:45 a.m. – 1:55 p.m.Website: www1.pgcps.org/pointerridge/Principal: Mary StephensonGuidance Counselor: Clara CareyNumber of Teachers: 25Capacity: 566Enrollment: 453Parent Organization: PTAESOL Program: YesUniform Policy: NoMascot: PantherBefore/After Care: YesSPI: Met/1.0364MSA Reading: 82.4%MSA Math: 69.2%

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Phone: 301-203-1114Fax: 301-203-3226Hours: 8:50 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.Website: www.pgcps.org/potomaclanding/Principal: Richard MosbyGuidance Counselor: JanaGrymesNumber of Teachers: 30Capacity: 517Enrollment: 470Parent Organization: PTOESOL Program: YesUniform Policy: YesMascot: EagleBefore/After Care: YesSPI: Not Met/0.9938MSA Reading: 85.7%MSA Math: 73%

Princeton ES6101 Baxter DriveSuitland, MD 20746Phone: 301-702-7650Fax: 301-702-7658Hours: 7:45 a.m. - 1:55 p.m.Website: www1.pgcps.org/princeton/Principal: HeNina BunchGuidance Counselor: vacantNumber of Teachers: 31Capacity: 459Enrollment: 365Parent Organization: PTAESOL Program: YesUniform Policy: YesMascot: TigerBefore/After Care: NoSPI: Not Met/0.9748MSA Reading: 73.1%MSA Math: 54.6%

Rockledge ES7701 Laurel Bowie RoadBowie, MD 20715Phone: 301-805-2720Fax: 301-805-2718Hours: 8:15 a.m. – 2:25p.m.Website: www1.pgcps.org/rockledge/Principal: Kimberly SeidelGuidance Counselor:Christine BennettNumber of Teachers: 26Capacity: 456Enrollment: 396Parent Organization: PTAESOL Program: YesUniform Policy: NoMascot: RoadrunnerBefore/After Care: YesSPI: Met/1.0417MSA Reading: 91.2%MSA Math: 75.1%

Rosaryville ES9925 Rosaryville RoadUpper Marlboro, MD20772Phone: 301-599-2490Fax: 301-599-2494Hours: 7:45 a.m. - 1:55 p.m.Website: www1.pgcps.org/

rosaryville/Principal: Rashida EdwardsGuidance Counselor:Shalena HooperNumber of Teachers: 36Capacity: 790Enrollment: 498Parent Organization: PTOESOL Program: YesUniform Policy: YesMascot: JaguarBefore/After Care: YesSPI: Not Met/0.8512MSA Reading: 79.8%MSA Math: 59.2%

Rose Valley ES9800 Jacqueline DriveFort Washington, MD20744Phone: 301-449-4990Fax: 301-449-4766Hours: 7:45 a.m. - 1:55 p.m.Website: www1.pgcps.org/rosevalley/Principal: LaTonya WilliamsGuidance Counselor: JoyGogginsNumber of Teachers: 25Capacity: 436Enrollment: 394Parent Organization: PTOESOL Program: YesUniform Policy: YesMascot: EagleBefore/After Care: NoSPI: Not Met/0.9674MSA Reading: 79.5%MSA Math: 53.3%

Samuel Chase ES5700 Fisher RoadTemple Hills, MD 20748Phone: 301-702-7660Fax: 301-702-7631Hours: 9 a.m. – 3:10 p.m.Website: www1.pgcps.org/samuelchase/Principal: Marie JacksonGuidance Counselor:Laureen BrockNumber of Teachers: 19Capacity: 392Enrollment: 291Parent Organization: PTAESOL Program: YesUniform Policy: YesMascot: BulldogsBefore/After Care: NoSPI: Met/1.1247MSA Reading: 85.4%MSA Math: 72.1%

Samuel P. MassieAcademy3301 Regency ParkwayForestville, MD 20747Phone: 301-669-1120Fax: 301-669-6536Hours: 7:55 a.m. - 2:25 p.m.Website: www1.pgcps.org/samuelpmassie/Principal: Michelle PegramGuidance Counselor:Marcus Jones, Daphne DavisNumber of Teachers: 41Capacity: 769Enrollment: 714Parent Organization: PTA

ESOL Program: YesUniform Policy: YesMascot: CheetahBefore/After Care: NoSPI: Met/1.0592MSA Reading: 69%MSA Math: 44.6%

Skyline ES6311 Randolph RoadSuitland, MD 20746Phone: 301-817-0535Fax: 301-817-0953Hours: 8:15 a.m. - 2:25 p.m.Website: www1.pgcps.org/skyline/Principal: Mark DennisonGuidance Counselor: vacantNumber of Teachers: 25Capacity: 228Enrollment: 214Parent Organization: PTAESOL Program: YesUniform Policy: YesMascot: TigerBefore/After Care: YesSPI: Not Met/0.8740MSA Reading: 66.7%MSA Math: 60.7%

Suitland ES4650 Homer AvenueSuitland, Md. 20746Phone: 301-817-3770Fax: 301-817-3791Hours: 7:45 – 1:55 p.m.Website: www1.pgcps.org/suitlandes/Principal: Pamela PrestonGuidance Counselor:Winona TylerNumber of Teachers: 30Capacity: 790Enrollment: 548Parent Organization: PTAESOL Program: YesUniform Policy: YesMascot: PantherBefore/After Care: YesSPI: Not Met/0.9854MSA Reading: 73.1%MSA Math: 53.4%

Tayac Academy ES8600 Allentown RoadFort Washington, MD20744Phone: 301-449-4840Fax: 301-449-4785Hours: 7:45 a.m. – 1:55p.m.Website: www1.pgcps.org/tayac/Principal: Dr. Saundra Mayo-CarrGuidance Counselor: vacantNumber of Teachers: 26Capacity: 540Enrollment: 386Parent Organization: PTOESOL Program: NoUniform Policy: YesMascot: Chief EagleBefore/After Care: NoSPI: Not Met/0.9221MSA Reading: 78.9%MSA Math: 54.5%



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Thomas Claggett ES2001 Addison Road SouthDistrict Heights, MD 20747Phone: 301-499-7050Fax: 301-499-7060Hours: 7:45 a.m. – 1:55 p.m.Website: www1.pgcps.org/thomasclaggett/Principal: Jeanetta RaineyGuidance Counselor: CelittaJacksonNumber of Teachers: 23Capacity: 464Enrollment: 216Parent Organization: PTAESOL Program: NoUniform Policy: YesMascot: EagleBefore/After Care: NoSPI: Not Met/0.7978MSA Reading: 55.1%MSA Math: 35%

Tulip Grove ES2909 Trainor LaneBowie, MD 20715Phone: 301-805-2680Fax: 301-805-6689Hours: 8:15 a.m. – 2:25 p.m.Website: www1.pgcps.org/tulipgrove/Principal: Jaime Whitfield-CoffenGuidance Counselor: JustineElliott

Number of Teachers: 35Capacity: 411Enrollment: 439Parent Organization: PTAESOL Program: YesUniform Policy: NoMascot: TigerBefore/After Care: YesSPI: Met/1.0083MSA Reading: 95%MSA Math: 83.3%

Valley View ES5500 Danby AvenueOxon Hill, MD 20745Phone: 301-749-4350Fax: 301-749-4354Hours: 9:15 a.m. - 3:25 p.m.Website: www1.pgcps.org/valleyview/Principal: Kimberly PettwayGuidance Counselor: Nikia Bethel-CarterNumber of Teachers: 40Capacity: 538Enrollment: 495Parent Organization: PTAESOL Program: YesUniform Policy: YesMascot: Earth WatchersBefore/After Care: NoSPI: Met/1.0475MSA Reading: 80.7%MSA Math: 58.7%

Waldon Woods ES10301 Thrift RoadClinton, MD 20735

Phone: 301-599-2540Fax: 301-599-2544Hours: 8:50 a.m. - 3 p.m.Website: www1.pgcps.org/waldonwoods/Principal: LaChon WinstonGuidance Counselor: KeishaBranchNumber of Teachers: 31Capacity: 628Enrollment: 575Parent Organization: PTAESOL Program: YesUniform Policy: YesMascot: MustangBefore/After Care: YesSPI: Met/1.0795MSA Reading: 82.7%MSA Math: 65.5%

Whitehall ES3901 Woodhaven LaneBowie, MD 20715Phone: 301-805-1000Fax: 301-805-1006Hours: 9:15 a.m. – 3:25 p.m.Website: www1.pgcps.org/whitehall/Principal: Prentice ChristianGuidance Counselor: JolandaRawlsNumber of Teachers: 18Capacity: 411Enrollment: 483Parent Organization: PTAESOL Program: YesUniform Policy: NoMascot: WildcatBefore/After Care: Yes

SPI: Met/1.0578MSA Reading: 95%MSA Math: 92.5%

William Beanes ES5108 Dianna DriveSuitland, MD 20746Phone: 301-817-0533Fax: 301-817-0982Hours: 7:45 a.m. - 1:55 p.m.Website: www1.pgcps.org/williambeanes/Principal: Dana TuttGuidance Counselor: vacantNumber of Teachers: 29Capacity: 584Enrollment: 441Parent Organization: NoneESOL Program: YesUniform Policy: YesMascot: BearBefore/After Care: NoSPI: Not Met/0.9833MSA Reading: 68.8%MSA Math: 61.7%

Woodmore ES12500 Woodmore RoadMitchellville, MD 20721Phone: 301-390-0239Fax: 301-390-0277Hours: 9:15 a.m.- 3:25 p.m.Website: www1.pgcps.org/woodmore/Principal: Jill WalkerGuidance Counselor: Susan HarrisNumber of Teachers: 27Capacity: 576

Enrollment: 385Parent Organization: PTAESOL Program: YesUniform Policy: YesMascot: WildcatBefore/After Care: YesSPI: Met/1.1057MSA Reading: 91.9%MSA Math: 80.4%

Yorktown ES7301 Race Track RoadBowie, MD 20715Phone: 301-805-6610Fax: 301-805-6626Hours: 7:45 a.m. – 1:55 p.m.Website: www1.pgcps.org/yorktown/Principal: Taryn SavoyGuidance Counselor: JenniferOsbornNumber of Teachers: 21Capacity: 457Enrollment: 312Parent Organization: PTAESOL Program: NoUniform Policy: NoMascot: WildcatBefore/After Care: YesSPI: Not Met/0.9587MSA Reading: 93.1%MSA Math: 80.1%


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BY JAMIEANFENSON-COMEAU

STAFFWRITER

The days of filling in circleswithNo.2pencils arenumbered inMaryland.

This year, all students will takethe Partnership for Assessment ofReadiness for College and Careersassessment, or PARCC, which isdesigned to test on Common Corestandards and will provide a mea-surebywhichstudentsacrossmul-tiple states canbecompared.

Last spring, approximately onemillion students nationwide tookthe PARCC Field Test, which wasadministered to randomly selectedschools across the country.

“It seems pretty easy to use.The tools are all pretty straightfor-ward and easy,” said Abiola Bakareof Upper Marlboro, 14, a ninth-grader at Charles H. Flowers HighSchool in Springdale.

To date, 40 states have agreedto adopt the Common Core stan-

dards, a national set of rigorousstandards designed to prepare stu-dents for college and career readi-ness, according to the CommonCorewebsite, corestandards.org.

PARCC will replace the Mary-land School Assessment, or MSA,and High School Assessment, orHSA, used in Maryland. The HSAAlgebra and English portions willcontinue to be administered until2016 to meet graduation require-ments.

Abiola was among those stu-dents selected to field test thePARCC last spring. He and hisclassmates took an online tutorialinMarch.

“It’s kind of like the MSA, butit’s online, and thatmakes itmucheasier touse.”

As PARCC is designed to bean online test, requiring schoolsto have sufficient access to broad-band technology, some schoolsmay opt to take a paper version ofthe test, said Judy Jenkins, direc-tor of curriculum for theMarylandStateDepartmentof Education.

The paper version is only tem-porary, however, and is scheduledto be phased out in three years,

withthepossibilityofextendingthedeadline if school systems appearto be having difficulties, Jenkinssaid.

The PARCC assessment will gointo widespread use across Com-monCorestates this schoolyear, ingrades 3 and higher, according thePARCCwebsite, parcconline.org.

Beverly Pish, acting directorof Prince George’s County PublicSchoolsdepartmentof testing, saidPARCCwill be administered in twoparts: a writing section in Marchand a multiple choice section in

May or June. A single score will becalculated fromboth sections.

PARCC was developed withcomputer-embedded features toeliminate any potential bias basedon cultural background and withaccommodations for English lan-guage learners, according to thePARCCwebsite.

“With the first operational ad-ministrationof thetest [thisschool]year, they will use the summerto score the tests,” Pish said. “Inthe first year, parents may not seescoresuntil the following fall.”

Jenkins described PARCC as a“beyond thebubble” test.

“You’re not just going to an-swer questions, you’re going tohave to justify your responses,”Jenkins said.

Students will be asked to readreal text, not text developed for thetest, and select passages that rein-force their answers. They will alsoanswer questions based on videoand use a variety of online tools,including options that allow stu-dents to highlight, magnify or clickand drag text and eliminate wronganswers.

Adaeze Okere, 15, of UpperMarlboro, also a Flowers student,said the online aspectmade it eas-ier, but thevarietyof tasks studentsareaskedtoperformmakes itmorechallenging.

“They’re reallyaskingyoutodoa lot,”Adaeze said.

The PARCC website, www.parcconline.org, featuresresourcesfor students and parents as well assamplequestions.

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Adaeze Okere, a student at Charles H. Flowers High School in Springdale, takesa practice PARCC assessment in March.

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n Chairman: ‘Thetransition has not beenwithout its challenges’

BY JAMIE

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For just over a year,Prince George’s CountyPublic Schools have beenunder a new systemof lead-ership, with appointed andelected members, intendedto forge closer ties betweencounty government and theschool system.

“The transition has notbeenwithout its challenges,but I think we’ve made tre-mendous progress,” saidboard chairman Segun Eu-banks.

In 2013, Gov. MartinO’Malley (D) signed HouseBill 1107 to give PrinceGeorge’s county executivemore control over the schoolsystem.Thebillexpandedthecounty board to nine electedmembersandfourappointed—threeby thecountyexecu-

tive and one by the CountyCouncil — in addition to thestudent member. The lawalso gave the county execu-tive the power to appoint theboard’s chair and vice chair,and to fill any vacancies ontheboard.

Appointed memberswere chosen based on areasof expertise, but those areasdon’t define their represen-tation, saidappointedboardmember Beverly Anderson,a retired university profes-sor and administrator.

Only two other schoolsystems in the state havehybrid boards: Harford andCaroline. Seventeen boardsare elected, and four are en-tirely appointed, althoughlegislation passed this yearwill create a hybrid boardwith a majority of electedmembers in BaltimoreCounty at the end of 2018.

T. Carter Ross, parent oftwo students at HyattsvilleElementary, saidhe felt add-ingappointedmembers cre-atedmore accountability.

“You have more peopleto whom a parent canmake

an appeal,” Ross said.With 14 members,

Prince George’s hybridboard is the largest schoolboard in the state.

David Cahn, co-chairof the education advocacygroupCitizens for an ElectedBoard, said the addition ofappointed members dilutesthe influence of electedboardmembers, and electedmember Edward BurroughsIII (Dist. 8) said theboardhasgotten too big to adequatelydiscussmatters.

“It’s difficult to havequality conversation anddebate about the issues thataffect our children’s educa-tion,” Burroughs said.

Eubanks said he doesn’tfeel theboardhas gotten toobig, despite having to occa-sionally encourage discus-sion to come toa close, eventhough meetings tend torunmore than three hours.

“It hasn’t curtailed us inthe completion of importantbusiness,” Eubanks said.

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Segun C. EubanksKevin M. Maxwell Zabrina EppsSchools CEO

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Carolyn M. BostonVice chairDistrict 6

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District 3amber.waller@

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District 7lyn.mundey@

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Adminstrative OfficesSasscer Administration Building14201 School LaneUpper Marlboro, MD 20772301-952-6000; www1.pgcps.org

• The school board meets at1 p.m. the second Thursdayof the month and 7:05 p.m.on the fourth Thursday ofthe month in the BoardMeeting Room of the SasscerAdministration Building inUpper Marlboro.• All school board memberscan be contacted at 301-952-6115.• Comments about boardagenda items can be emailedto [email protected].• School board ConstituentsServices email: [email protected].• Student memberJeffrey Taylor(email address not available bypress time)

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n Prince George’s heightenssecurity measures withfences, technology

BY JAMIE

ANFENSON-COMEAU

STAFFWRITER

School security is chang-ing the face of PrinceGeorge’s County PublicSchools, with new sys-temsbeing installed thissummer at all schools.

“Schools are going to look a lotdifferent compared to last year,”said Rex Barrett, director of secu-rity services for PGCPS.

The school system is install-ing office “panic” buttons, closed-circuit security cameras, electronicaccess doors, fencing around alltemporary buildings and visitormanagement systems at all countyschools, with the bulk of the workbeing completed this summer,Barrett said.

All school visitors will be re-quired to present a government-issued identification card, whichwill be scanned and run through a

national database of registered sexoffenders andwanted individuals.

“One thing we want folks toknow is we’re looking for people

who couldpose a serious danger toour students,” Barrett said. “We’renot going to be checking anyone’simmigration status or checking for

unpaid parking tickets.”Offices also will be equipped

with silent “panic” buttons, whichwill instantly alert authorities ifpressed.

The security upgrades cost$10 million, which is being paidthrough funds set aside in the twoprevious years’ budgets, as well asstate grants.

The school system, which em-ploys 65 sworn police officers, alsoconducts active shooter drills dur-ing the summerand four lockdowndrills during the school year, Bar-rett said.

School systems need to main-tain an active level of alertness,even when there are no schoolshootings in the news, saidKenneth Trump, a nationally rec-ognized school security expert andconsultant based in Cleveland.

“We’re happy to see schoolsdoing things again with securityand preparedness efforts,” Trumpsaid. “We just wish school boardsand superintendents would sus-tain that level of interest andactivi-ties when there is not a crisis in theforefront of everyone’sminds.”

Oneof thebiggest things schoolsystems can do is to redesign their

front entrances so visitors are fun-neled to the office rather than hall-ways, Trump said.

Several newer schools, includ-ing Greenbelt Middle School, Fair-mont Heights High School andVansville Elementary School, havethis feature and it will be includedin the design of all future schools,Barrett said.

Earnest Moore, past presidentof the Prince George’s County PTACouncil, welcomed the securityimprovements, saying they wouldhelp educate both the school sys-temandparents on school policiesand procedures.

“A lot of times, when you don’tremind people of the policies inplace, things can get a little lacka-daisical,”Moore said. “Sometimes,someone may come in through anunlocked side door, or they maysign in at the office without show-ing their ID.”

Moore said that by having thenew security systems in place in allschools, it should help standardizesecurity practices across the sys-tem.

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Visitor identification scanners are expected to be in place at all schools in thecounty by the start of the upcoming school year.

Parents and school officials need to speak with childrenabout school safety without causing undue fear and anxiety,according to the National Mental Health Association, whichoffers the following guidelines:

• Encourage children to talk about their concerns andexpress their feelings. Remember to keep conversations andlanguage age-appropriate for children.

• Talk honestly about your own concerns regarding schoolviolence. It is important for children to recognize they are notalone.

• Validate their feelings. Do not minimize their concerns,but emphasize that serious acts of school violence areuncommon, which is why they attract so much media attention.

• Empower children to take action regarding school safety.Encourage them to report bullying and develop problem-solvingand conflict-resolution skills.

• Discuss and review school safety procedures. Make surechildren understand why these procedures, such as cameras,automatic locks on doors or visitor sign-ins are in place toensure students’ safety.

• Create family safety plans. Ensure that your childrenknow how to reach you in case of emergency.

• Keep a dialogue going. Make school safety a commontopic in family discussions, not just when incidents arereported in the media.

SOURCE: NATIONAL MENTAL HEALTH ASSOCIATION

TIPS FOR TALKING TO CHILDREN ABOUT SCHOOL VIOLENCE

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Police recruits play wounded students during a mock school shooting. The Prince George’s County Police Department hosted a joint activeshooter drill at High Point High School in Beltsville in July 2013.

a lot different’

New fencingsurroundstemporarybuildings atUniversityPark Elemen-tary School.ALICE POPOVIC/THE GAZETTE

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C. Elizabeth Rieg Regional15542 Peach Walker DriveMitchellville, MD 20716Phone: 301-390-0200Fax: 301-390-0205Hours: 7:45 a.m. - 1:55 p.m.Website: www1.pgcps.org/celizabethrieg/Principal: Patrice WatsonGuidance Counselor: PatriciaLeffsonNumber of Teachers: 20School Capacity: 120School Enrollment: 100Parent Organization: PTOESOL Program: NoMascot: BearBefore/After Care: NoThe C. Elizabeth Rieg schoolserves students with multipledisabilities from ages 5 to 21.The primary focus of the staffis to help students developfunctional skills from home,school, and the community, withan emphasis on independence.

James E. Duckworth Regional11201 Evans TrailBeltsville, MD 20705

Phone: 301-572-0620Fax: 301-572-0628Hours: 7:45 a.m. - 1:55 p.m.Website: www1.pgcps.org/jameseduckworth/Principal: Lisa WenzelGuidance Counselor: Dorian LittleNumber of Teachers: 17School Capacity: 120School Enrollment: 257Parent Organization: PTOESOL Program: NoMascot: DragonBefore/After Care: NoThis special education schoolserves students ages 5 to 21 withmultiple disabilities and helpsthem through various programsthat offer them vocationaland transitional programs andmentoring. Programs includeMobility Opportunities ViaEducation, an internationally usedphysical therapy program that,through gradual steps, increasespupil’s independence in sitting,standing and walking.

Margaret Brent Regional5816 Lamont Terrace

New Carrollton, MD 20784Phone: 301-918-8780Fax: 301-918-8778Hours: 9:30 a.m. - 3:40 p.m.

Website: www1.pgcps.org/margaretbrentPrincipal: Loretta CutrightGuidance Counselor: Sue Griebner

Number of Teachers: 18School Capacity: 152School Enrollment: 102Parent Organization: PTOESOL Program: NoMascot: BearBefore/After Care: NoSpecial school for students withmultiple disabilities ages 5 to 21.

Tanglewood Regional8333 Woodyard RoadClinton, MD 20735Phone: 301-599-2530Fax: 301-599-2539Hours: 7:45 a.m. - 1:55 p.m.Website: www1.pgcps.org/tanglewood/Principal: Donna IstvanGuidance Counselor: Robin LongNumber of Teachers: 8School Capacity: 120School Enrollment: 41Parent Organization: PTOESOL Program: NoMascot: TimberwolfBefore/After Care: NoRegional special-needs schoolfor mentally, physically andmedically challenged children.

SPECIAL EDUCATION SCHOOLS

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Tracy Babicka (far right), adaptive aquatics teacher at C. Elizabeth RiegRegional School, coaches Donovan Hemans of Bowie through a water safetyevent during the school’s Special Olympics Challenge Day. In the background,paraprofessional Lois Chambers instructs James Gumanoy of Hyattsville.

Chapel Forge Early ChildhoodCenter12711 Milan WayBowie, MD 20715Phone: 301-805-2740Fax: 301-805-6672Hours: 9:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.Website: www1.pgcps.org/chapelforge/Principal: Elyse HurleyGuidance Counselor: Erin ZeitNumber of Teachers: 26School Capacity: 180School Enrollment: 181Parent Organization: PTOESOL Program: NoMascot: BearBefore/After Care: NoChapel Forge offers early diagnosisand educational intervention foryoung children with disabilities anddevelopmental delays. The school offersan environment that helps student growin essential curriculum areas.

Frances Fuchs Early ChildhoodCenter11011 Cherry Hill RoadBeltsville, MD 20705Phone: 301-572-0600Fax: 301-572-0602Hours: 9:30 a.m. - 3:40 p.m.Website: www1.pgcps.org/francesfuchs/

Principal: Diedra TramelGuidance Counselor: Alletta DavidsonNumber of Teachers: 45School Capacity: 128School Enrollment: 386Parent Organization: PTOESOL Program: NoMascot: ButterflyBefore/After Care: NoThe special education center providesservices for children from birth to age 4.

H. Winship Wheatley Early ChildhoodCenter8801 Ritchie DriveCapitol Heights, MD 20743Phone: 301-808-8100Fax: 301-808-4490Hours: 8:15 a.m. - 3:40 p.m.Website: www1.pgcps.org/hwinshipwheatley/Principal: Julie OrgettasGuidance Counselor: FranciniaMaddoxNumber of Teachers: 45School Capacity: 160School Enrollment: 305Parent Organization: NoESOL Program: NoMascot: BearBefore/After Care: NoThis center serves children from birthto age 4.

EARLY CHILDHOODCENTERSHoward B. Owens Science Center

9601 Greenbelt RoadLanham, MD 20706Phone: 301-918-8750Fax: 301-918-8753Hours: 7:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.Website: www1.pgcps.org/howardbowensProgram Administrator: Treesa Elam-RespassThe Howard B. Owens Science Center hostseducational enrichment opportunities for PrinceGeorge’s County public schools and the communityat large.

William S. Schmidt Center18501 Aquasco RoadBrandywine, MD 20613Phone: 301-888-1185Fax: 301-888-1236Hours: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.Website: www1.pgcps.org/williamschmidt/Director: Sylvester ConyersThe William S. Schmidt Center hosts outdooreducation opportunities for Prince George’s Countypublic school students, community organizations, andfamilies.

OUTDOOR CENTERS

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This information provided by PrinceGeorge’s County Public Schools is apartial list that includes schools fromthe coverage area of this edition of TheGazette. The complete list is availableat www.gazette.net.

Enrollment is the number reported byPrince George’s County Public Schoolsto the Maryland State Departmentof Education for the 2013-14 schoolyear. School Progress Index (SPI) is asreported in the MSDE 2013 MarylandReport Card (www.mdreportcard.org).SPI is based on achievement, growthand gap reduction. Schools with anSPI of 1.0000 or higher have met theirperformance target.

Andrew Jackson Academy3500 Regency ParkwayForestville, MD 20747Phone: 301-817-0310Fax: 301-817-0339Hours: 8:30 a.m. – 3:10 p.m.Website: www1.pgcps.org/andrewjacksonPrincipal: Dr. Veonca RichardsonGuidance Counselor: vacantNumber of Teachers: 60School Capacity: 774School Enrollment: 619Parent Organization: PTAESOL Program: YesUniform Policy: YesMascot: JaguarSPI: Not Met/0.9638MSA Math: 39.5%MSA Reading: 56.1%

Benjamin Stoddert Middle School2501 Olson StreetTemple Hills, MD 20748Phone: 301-702-7500Fax: 301-702-7515Hours: 7:30 a.m. – 2:50 p.m.Website: www1.pgcps.org/benjaminstoddert/Principal: Hillary GarnerGuidance Counselors: JamekaCameron, Kim Davis, Robbin MillerNumber of Teachers: 46School Capacity: 808School Enrollment: 647MSA Math: 32.1 percentMSA Reading: 56.2 percentParent Organization: PTSOESOL Program: NoUniform Policy: NoMascot: EagleSPI: Not Met/0.9252MSA Math: 28.5%MSA Reading: 56.7%

Benjamin Tasker MS4901 Collington RoadBowie, MD 20715Phone: 301-805-2660Fax: 301-805-2663Hours: 8:30 a.m. – 3:10 p.m.Website: www1.pgcps.org/benjamintasker/Principal: Ingrid JohnsonGuidance Counselors: Vera Jones,Nancy Jones, Robyn Jones

Number of Teachers: 78School Capacity: 1,040School Enrollment: 880Parent Organization: PTSOESOL Program: YesUniform Policy: NoMascot: TigerSPI: Not Met/0.9196MSA Math: 51.5%MSA Reading: 79.8%

Drew-Freeman Middle School2600 Brooks DriveSuitland, MD 20746Phone: 301-817-0900Fax: 301-817-0915Hours: 7:45 a.m. – 2:25 p.m.Website: www1.pgcps.org/drewfreeman/Principal: vacantGuidance Counselor: LaTasha MannNumber of Teachers: 50School Capacity: 1,050School Enrollment: 680Parent Organization: NoESOL Program: YesUniform Policy: YesMascot: FalconSPI: Not Met/0.8720MSA Math: 25.6%MSA Reading: 58.8%

Ernest Everett Just Middle School1300 Campus Way NorthMitchellville, MD 20721Phone: 301-808-4040Fax: 301-808-4050Hours: 9 a.m. – 3:40 p.m.Website: www1.pgcps.org/ernesteverettjust

Principal: Kelvin MooreGuidance Counselors: CatherineBooker, Janie WilliamsNumber of Teachers: 60School Capacity: 935School Enrollment: 736Parent Organization: PTSAESOL Program: YesUniform Policy: YesMascot: EagleSPI: Not Met/0.8459MSA Math: 46.7%MSA Reading: 71.6%

Gwynn Park MS8000 Dyson RoadBrandywine, MD 20613Phone: 301-372-0120Fax: 301-372-0119Hours: 7:30 a.m. – 2:10 p.m.Website: www1.pgcps.org/gwynnparkms/Principal: Danielle MooreGuidance Counselor: Joyce BrownNumber of Teachers: 40School Capacity: 765School Enrollment: 504Parent Organization: PTSAESOL Program: NoUniform Policy: YesMascot: Yellow JacketSPI: Not Met/0.9763MSA Math: 53.8%MSA Reading: 77%

Isaac J. Gourdine Middle School8700 Allentown RoadFort Washington, MD 20744Phone: 301-449-4940Fax: 301-449-4948

Hours: 7:45 a.m. – 2:25 p.m.Website: www1.pgcps.org/isaacgourdine/Principal: Leatriz CovingtonGuidance Counselor: Roger JonesNumber of Teachers: 40School Capacity: 791School Enrollment: 486Parent Organization: PTSAESOL Program: YesUniform Policy: YesMascot: LionSPI: Not Met/0.8412MSA Math: 39.8%MSA Reading: 62%

James Madison Middle School7300 Woodyard RoadUpper Marlboro, MD 20772Phone: 301-599-2422Fax: 301-599-2562Hours: 9:30 a.m. – 4:10 p.m.Website: www1.pgcps.org/jamesmadison/Principal: Courtney KingGuidance Counselors: Jennifer Jonesand Clarelyn Nelson-GeniasNumber of Teachers: 65School Capacity: 850School Enrollment: 791Parent Organization: PTAESOL Program: YesUniform Policy: YesMascot: CougarSPI: Not Met/0.9230MSA Math: 54%MSA Reading: 75.3%

John Hanson French Immersion2000 Callaway Street

Hillcrest Heights, MD 20748Phone: 301-702-3950Fax: 301-894-8515School Hours: 9 a.m. - 3:40 p.m.Website: www1.pgcps.org/johnhansonfrenchimmersion/Principal: Dr. Lysianne EssamaGuidance Counselor: Sandra NavarraNumber of Teachers: 21Capacity: 668Enrollment: 459Parent Organization: PTSAESOL Program: NoUniform Policy: YesMascot: EagleBefore/After Care: YesSPI: Met/1.0834MSA Math: 75.4%MSA Reading: 85.7%

John Hanson Montessori6360 Oxon Hill RoadOxon Hill, MD 20745Phone: 301-749-4052Fax: 301-749-4054School Hours: 9 a.m. - 3:40 p.m.Website: www1.pgcps.org/johnhansonmontessori/Principal: Katrina PinderGuidance Counselor: TiaBreckenridgeNumber of Teachers: 21Capacity: 902Enrollment: 465Parent Organization: PTSAESOL Program: NoUniform Policy: VoluntaryMascot: EagleBefore/After Care: YesSPI: Not Met/0.9905MSA Math: 65.6%MSA Reading: 84.5%

Kettering Middle School65 Herrington DriveUpper Marlboro, MD 20772Phone: 301-808-4060Fax: 301-499-3128Hours: 7:45 a.m. – 2:25 p.m.Website: www1.pgcps.org/ketteringms/Principal: Amin SalaamGuidance Counselors: YurhanceJohnson and Jerome JamesNumber of Teachers: 40School Capacity: 985School Enrollment: 511Parent Organization: PTSAESOL Program: YesUniform Policy: YesMascot: CougarSPI: Not Met/0.9776MSA Math: 43%MSA Reading: 69%

Oxon Hill Middle School9570 Fort Foote RoadFort Washington, MD 20744Phone: 301-749-4270Fax: 301-749-4286Hours: 8:30 a.m. – 3:10 p.m.Website: www1.pgcps.org/oxonhillms/

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Samuel Ogle Middle School students Amir Barnes (left) and Jaedyn Webb read while sitting on a new bench that is part oflandscaping and other improvements made at the Bowie school by members of Cornerstone Church.

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Principal: Wendell ColemanGuidance Counselor: CherineRobertsNumber of Teachers: 45School Capacity: 816School Enrollment: 571Parent Organization: PTSAESOL Program: YesUniform Policy: YesMascot: EagleSPI: Not Met/0.8217MSA Math: 31.6%MSA Reading: 62.8%

Robert Goddard French ImmersionSchool9850 Good Luck RoadLanham, MD 20706Phone: 301-918-8660Fax: 301-918-3520Hours: 9 a.m. – 3:40 p.m.Website: www1.pgcps.org/robertgoddardfrenchimmersion/Principal: Nasser AbiGuidance Counselor: RachelDonahueNumber of Teachers: 45Capacity: 499Enrollment: 575Parent Organization: PTAESOL Program: YesUniform Policy: NoMascot: RocketSPI: Met/1.0834MSA Math: 91.5%

MSA Reading: >=95%

Robert Goddard Montessori School9850 Good Luck RoadSeabrook, MD 20706Phone: 301-918-3515Fax: 301-918-8670Hours: 9:15 a.m. – 3:55 p.m.Website: www1.pgcps.org/robertgoddardmontessori/Principal: Carol DimmieGuidance Counselor: André CookNumber of Teachers: 34School Capacity: 499School Enrollment: 502Parent Organization: PTSAESOL Program: NoUniform Policy: NoMascot: RocketSPI: Met/1.0478MSA Math: 83.6MSA Reading: 88.1%

Samuel Ogle Middle School4111 Chelmont LaneBowie, MD 20715Phone: 301-805-2641Fax: 301-805-6674Hours: 9:30 a.m. – 4:10 p.m.Website: www1.pgcps.org/samuelogle/Principal: Mark CovingtonGuidance Counselor: BeverlyRampey, Selena Archibald, Lisa GlennNumber of Teachers: 75School Capacity: 935School Enrollment: 875Parent Organization: PTSOESOL Program: Yes

Uniform Policy: NoMascot: RamSPI: Met/1.0871MSA Math: 63.9%MSA Reading: 85.6%

Stephen Decatur Middle School8200 Pinewood DriveClinton, MD 20735Phone: 301-449-4950Fax: 301-449-2105Hours: 9:30 a.m. – 4:10 p.m.Website: www1.pgcps.org/stephendecatur/Principal: Barry CyrusGuidance Counselors: GiselleCollette and Michelle DurhamNumber of Teachers: 50

School Capacity: 901School Enrollment: 705Parent Organization: PTAESOL Program: YesUniform Policy: YesMascot: EagleSPI: Not Met/0.7897MSA Math: 29.8%MSA Reading: 67.6%

Thomas Johnson Middle School5401 Barker PlaceLanham, MD 20706Phone: 301-918-8680Fax: 301-918-8688Hours: 9 a.m. – 3:40 p.m.Website: www1.pgcps.org/thomasjohnson

Principal: Rodney McBrideGuidance Counselors: JoAnne Ward-Small, Damalia Ruffin, Veronica Martin-FrederickNumber of Teachers: 70School Capacity: 1,030School Enrollment: 984Parent Organization: PTSAESOL Program: YesUniform Policy: YesMascot: JaguarSPI: Not Met/0.9370MSA Math: 48.3MSA Reading: 76.4

Thurgood G. Marshall MiddleSchool4909 Brinkley RoadTemple Hills, MD 20748Phone: 301-702-7540Fax: 301-702-7555Hours: 7:30 a.m. – 2:50 p.m.Website: www1.pgcps.org/thurgoodmarshall/Principal: vacantGuidance Counselors: FredinaPowell, Gonkawon Strother, ShereeLeonardNumber of Teachers: 65School Capacity: 956School Enrollment: 706Parent Organization: PTAESOL Program: NoUniform Policy: YesMascot: TigerSPI: Not Met/0.8154MSA Math: 27.8MSA Reading: 57.4

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n Officials: Students canexplore options for college

BYEMILIEEASTMANSTAFFWRITER

Despite thespecialized instruc-tion offered by Prince George’sCounty’s 12 high school careeracademies, school counselors andofficials say the tailored curriculumcanstillofferawell-roundededuca-tionandpreparation foravarietyoffuturecareers.

The 12 career academies offerprogramswithinmanycountypub-lic high schools and give students ahead start on career-specific train-ing such as business and finance,graphic arts, media, communica-tionandhealth.

Segun Eubanks, chairman ofthe Prince George’s County schoolboard, said the academies are agood starting point for studentsinterested in a particular field butdon’t limit futureoptions.

“My biggest advice to parentsis that choosing a career academymodel in high school is not choos-ing a lifelong career for students,”he said. “In today’s economy andtoday’s world, people change ca-reers on a pretty regular basis, sopick something your student isinterested in and excited about,so that when they graduate highschool, they’ll make good deci-sions.”

Renee Hawkins, a counselor atLargo High School, said she urgesthe parents of incoming studentswho are unsure about enrolling inan academy to contact the schoolandask foranoverviewofacademycurriculum, which includes busi-ness/finance and health/biosci-ences.

“If a parent is interested in ourtwo academies, they can call us,”she said. “I would ask them to findout what their child is interested inand [we can find] if it fits with ourtwoacademies.”

Hawkins said it is common forninth-graders to have some ideaof what career they would like topursue, and the academies offerexposure to those fields while alsoteachingcorecurriculum.

“The academy doesn’t putthem in a box. There is a course

sequence, but students are open totake any class they want,” she said.“It gives theman idea if this iswhatthey want to do before they get tocollege.”

Monique Graves, a counselorat LaurelHigh School, said she alsoencourages parents to be informedabout and engaged with the pro-cess of selecting an academy fortheir child.

“The more a parent is involvedwith the kid’s education process,themore successful the kid is,” shesaid. “Too often, many parents arenotat thesemeetingswehost.”

Graves said the most popularacademyprogramatLaurel is childdevelopment within the academyof Law, Education and Public Ser-vice, which already has a waitinglist fornext year.

ShaVon McConnell, a spokes-woman for the county school sys-tem, said career academics canhelp reduce the number of drop-outs and increase the likelihood ofgraduatingon time.

“The career academies providestudents with college and career-relatedexperiencesandopportuni-ties that gobeyond their traditionalhigh school requirements,” shesaid. “Studies show... the careeracademies substantially improvehigh school outcomes among stu-dents at high risk of dropping out[and] amongstudents least likely todrop out, the career academies in-crease the likelihood of graduatingon time.”

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“My biggest adviceto parents is thatchoosing a careeracademy ... is not

choosing a lifelongcareer for students.”Segun Eubanks, chairman,Prince George’s school board

NOTE: Enrollment is the numberreported by PGCPS to MSDE forthe 2014-15 school year. SchoolProgress Index (SPI) is reported inthe MSDE 2014 Maryland ReportCard (www.mdreportcard.org). SPI isbased on achievement, growth andgap reduction. Schools with an SPIof 1.0000 or higher have met theirperformance target.

Chesapeake Math & IT Elementary(Grades K-5)6151 Chevy Chase DriveLaurel, MD 20707Phone: n/aFax: n/aHours: n/aWebsite: www.cmitacademy.orgPrincipal: Treesa Elam-RespassGuidance Counselor: n/aNumber of Teachers: n/aSchool Capacity: n/aSchool Enrollment: 300Parent Organization: Parent TaskForceESOL Program: NoUniform Policy: YesMascot: NoBefore/After Care: Extended DayActivitiesSPI: n/a

Chesapeake Math & IT North(Grades 6-10)6100 Frost PlaceLaurel, MD 20707Phone: 301-350-6051Fax: 301-350-6029Hours: 8 a.m. – 2:40 p.m.Website: www.cmitacademy.orgPrincipal:Guidance Counselor: SteffanieCadoganNumber of Teachers: 24School Capacity: 360School Enrollment: 476Parent Organization: Parent TaskForceESOL Program: NoUniform Policy: YesMascot: NoBefore/After Care: YesSPI: Met/1.2714

Chesapeake Math & IT South(Grades 6-7)6201 Surrey Square LaneDistrict Heights, MD 20747Phone: n/aFax: n/aHours: n/aWebsite: www.cmitacademy.orgPrincipal: Ali GurbuzGuidance Counselor: n/aNumber of Teachers: n/aSchool Capacity: n/aSchool Enrollment: 300Parent Organization: Parent TaskForceESOL Program: NoUniform Policy: YesMascot: NoBefore/After Care: Extended DayActivities

SPI: n/a

College Park Academy (Grades 6-8)7501 Adelphi RoadHyattsville, MD 20783Phone: 240-696-3206Fax: 301-422-0510Hours: 8:25 a.m. – 3:55 p.m.Website: http://collegeparkacademy.com/Principal: Bernadette Ortiz-BrewsterGuidance Counselor: vacantNumber of Teachers: 14School Capacity: n/aSchool Enrollment: 302Parent Organization: PTOESOL Program: NoUniform Policy: YesMascot: NoBefore/After Care: YesSPI: n/a

EXCEL Academy (Grades K-8)7910 Scott RoadLandover, MD 20785Phone: 301-925-2320Fax: 301-277-5357Hours: 7:30 a.m. – 2:50 p.m.Website: www.excelacademypcs.orgPrincipal: Diane KanuGuidance Counselor: Burnetta Scott-CaldwellNumber of Teachers: 20School Capacity: 443School Enrollment: 417Parent Organization: PTSAESOL Program: NoUniform Policy: YesMascot: EagleBefore/After Care: YesSPI: Not Met/0.9595

Imagine Andrews (Grades K-7)4798 San Antonio BoulevardAAFB, MD 20762Phone: 301-350-6002Fax: 301-599-5620Hours: 8:30 a.m. – 2:40 p.m.Website: http://imagineandrews.orgPrincipal: Sharon PorterGuidance Counselor: Carmen BercesNumber of Teachers: 14School Capacity: 317School Enrollment: 369Parent Organization: PTOESOL Program: NoUniform Policy: YesMascot: EagleBefore/After Care: YesSPI: Met/1.1095

Imagine Foundations at Leeland(Grades K-8)14111 Oak Grove RoadUpper Marlboro, MD 20774Phone: 301-808-4003Fax: 301-218-1454Hours: 8:30 a.m. – 3:05 p.m.Website: http://imaginefoundations.orgPrincipal: Lynnette WalkerGuidance Counselor: PhiXavierHolmesNumber of Teachers: 26School Capacity: 450School Enrollment: 475

Parent Organization: PTOESOL Program: NoUniform Policy: YesMascot: EagleBefore/After Care: YesSPI: Met/1.0739

Imagine Foundations at Morningside(Grades K-5)6900 Ames Street SEMorningside, MD 20746Phone: 301-817-0544Fax: 301-817-0956Hours: 8:30 a.m. – 2:40 p.m.Website: http://imaginefoundations2.orgPrincipal: Peter ThompsonGuidance Counselor: Michelle ZitofskyNumber of Teachers: 15School Capacity: 500School Enrollment: 365Parent Organization: PTOESOL Program: NoUniform Policy: YesMascot: EagleBefore/After Care: YesSPI: Not Met/0.9293

Imagine Lincoln (Grades K-8)4207 Norcross StreetTemple Hills, MD 20748Phone: 301-808-5600Fax: 301-808-5611Hours: 8:30 a.m. – 3:10 p.m.Website: http://imaginelincoln.orgPrincipal: Danielle GoddardGuidance Counselor: Kevin SmithNumber of Teachers: 23School Capacity: 480School Enrollment: 471Parent Organization: PTOESOL Program: NoUniform Policy: YesMascot: LinksBefore/After Care: YesSPI: Met/1.1827

Turning Point Academy (GradesK-8)7800 Good Luck Road (insideTrinity Assembly of God Church)Lanham, MD 20706Phone: 301-552-0164Fax: 301-552-7307Hours: 8 a.m. – 2:40 p.m.Website: www1.pgcps.org/turningpoint/Principal: Rhonda ClomaxGuidance Counselor: Karen ThompsonNumber of Teachers: 35School Capacity: 750School Enrollment: 557Parent Organization: PTOESOL Program: NoUniform Policy: YesMascot: EagleBefore/After Care: YesSPI: Met/1.0686

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This information provided by PrinceGeorge’s County Public Schools is apartial list that includes schools fromthe coverage area of this edition ofThe Gazette. The complete list isavailable at www.gazette.net.

Enrollment is the number reportedby Prince George’s County PublicSchools to the Maryland StateDepartment of Education for the2013-14 school year. GraduationRate (five-year cohort) and SchoolProgress Index (SPI) are as reportedin the MSDE 2013 Maryland ReportCard (www.mdreportcard.org). SPI isbased on achievement, growth andgap reduction. High school SPI alsoincludes indicators of college andcareer-readiness. Schools with an SPIof 1.0000 or higher have met theirperformance target.

Academy of Health Sciencesat Prince George’s CommunityCollege301 Largo Road, Room 119Largo, MD 20774Phone: 301-583-1593Fax: 301-583-5241Hours: 9:30 a.m. – 4:40 p.m.Website: www1.pgcps.org/academyatpgcc/Principal: Kathy Richard AndrewsGuidance Counselors: JanieneDickerson, Janice CannonNumber of Teachers: 13Capacity: 400Enrollment: 303Parent Organization: SteeringCommitteeESOL Program: NoUniform Policy: NoMascot: OwlSPI: N/AGraduation Rate: N/A

Bowie High School15200 Annapolis RoadBowie, MD 20715Phone: 301-805-2600Fax: 301-805-2619Hours: 7:45 a.m. – 2:25 p.m.Website: www1.pgcps.org/bowie/Principal: Drewana BeyGuidance Counselor: John Trusty,Donna Thomas-Nelson, ReginaMoore, Andrea Lawson, MonicaTaylorNumber of Teachers: 200Capacity: 2,734Enrollment: 2,573Parent Organization: PTSOESOL Program: NoUniform Policy: NoMascot: BulldogSPI: Not Met/0.9358Graduation Rate: 88.73%

Charles Herbert Flowers HighSchool10001 Ardwick-Ardmore RoadSpringdale, MD 20774Phone: 301-636-8000Fax: 301-636-8008

Hours: 7:45 a.m. - 2:25 p.m.Website: www1.pgcps.org/charleshflowers/Principal: Gorman BrownGuidance Chair: Heidi KingNumber of Teachers: 113Capacity: 2,200Enrollment: 2,036Parent Organization: PTSAESOL Program: NoUniform Policy: YesMascot: JaguarSPI: Not Met/0.9833Graduation Rate: 87.18%

Croom High School9400 Surratts RoadCheltenham, MD 20623Phone: 301-372-8846Fax: 301 372-3422Hours: 9:30 a.m. – 4:10 p.m.Website: www1.pgcps.org/croom/Principal: William HendersonGuidance Counselor: Triana HayesNumber of Teachers: 14Capacity: 120Enrollment: 101Parent Organization: NoESOL Program: NoUniform Policy: YesMascot: PantherSPI: Not Met/0.9696Graduation Rate: 91.89%

Crossland High School6901 Temple Hill RoadTemple Hills, MD 20748Phone: 301-449-4800Fax: 301-449-4801Hours: 7:45 a.m. - 2:25 p.m.Website: www1.pgcps.org/crossland/Principal: Theresa Moseley FaxGuidance Counselor: MyrleneLionel, Saundra Craft, RomandaThompson, Dawn Smalls-Gregory,Kamara JahiNumber of Teachers: 110School Capacity: 1,947School Enrollment: 1,117Parent Organization: PTSASchool has IB ProgramESOL Program: YesUniform Policy: YesMascot: CavalierSPI: Not Met/0.8908Graduation Rate: 84.98%

Crossland Evening/Saturday HighSchool6901 Temple Hill RoadTemple Hills, MD 20748Phone: 301-449-4994Fax: 301-449-4788Hours: 5:50 - 10 p.m. Monday-Thursday; 8 a.m. - noon Saturday.

Website: www1.pgcps.org/eveninghighschool/Principal: William KitchingsGuidance Counselor: DruscillaSaunders-FaulkNumber of Teachers: 30Enrollment: 96Parent Organization: NoESOL Program: YesUniform Policy: NoMascot: NoSPI: N/AGraduation Rate: 25.76%

Dr. Henry A. Wise Jr. High School12650 Brooke LaneUpper Marlboro, MD 20772Phone: 301-780-2100Fax: 301-780-2112Hours: 9 a.m. - 3:40 p.m.Website: www1.pgcps.org/drhenrywisejr/Principal: Charoscar ColemanGuidance Counselors: MaurizioByrd, Consuella Gibson, AngelaJackson, Robin Rubain, PamelaPoles, Tania Chandler, MelodyThompsonNumber of Teachers: 165Capacity: 2,606Enrollment: 2,297Parent Organization: PTSOUniform Policy: Yes

ESOL: NoMascot: PumaSPI: Not Met/0.9738Graduation Rate: 82.14%

Forestville High School7001 Beltz DriveForestville, MD 20747Phone: 301-817-0400Fax: 301-817-0416Hours: 9 a.m. - 4:20 p.m.Website: www1.pgcps.org/forestville/Principal: Nathaniel Laney Jr.Guidance Counselors: YvetteThomasson, Danielle WilliamsJROTC program supervisor: LTSStanley Turner (Ret.)Number of Teachers: 71Capacity: 1,319Enrollment: 792Parent Organization: PTSAESOL Program: NoUniform Policy: YesMascot: KnightSPI: Met/1.0245Graduation Rate: 68.59%

Frederick Douglass High School8000 Croom RoadUpper Marlboro, MD 20772

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Gwynn Park High School students Marcellus Hall and Jason Sierra work with Priscilla Plumb of Casey Trees to put topsoil around a fig tree they planted as part ofthe school’s agricultural studies program.

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Trina Bell, Gwendolyn DevilleNumber of Teachers: 80Capacity: 1,283Enrollment: 1,011Parent Organization: PTSAESOL Program: NoUniform Policy: YesMascot: EagleSPI: Met/1.0195Graduation Rate: 90.58%

Friendly High School10000 Allentown RoadFort Washington, MD 20744Phone: 301-449-4900Fax: 301-449-4911Hours: 7:45 a.m. - 2:25 p.m.Website: www1.pgcps.org/friendly/Principal: Raynah AdamsGuidance Counselors: Desirae Dent,Tamala Smith-Flint, Peter McCourt, GailReynoldsNumber of Teachers: 90School Capacity: 1,505School Enrollment: 1,034Parent Organization: PTSAESOL Program: NoUniform Policy: YesMascot: PatriotSPI: Not Met/0.9516Graduation Rate: 87.03%

Green Valley Academy at EdgarAllan Poe (serves grades 6-10)2001 Shadyside AvenueSuitland, MD 20746Phone: 301-817-3100Fax: 301-817-3176Hours: 9:30 a.m. – 3:10 p.m.Website: www1.pgcps.org/greenvalley/Principal: Gordon LibbyGuidance Counselor: Yamir PerezNumber of Teachers: 22School Capacity: 420Enrollment: 125Parent Organization: NoESOL Program: NoUniform Policy: YesMascot: EagleSPI: N/AGraduation Rate: N/A

Gwynn Park High School13800 Brandywine RoadBrandywine, MD 20613Phone: 301-372-0140Fax: 301-372-0149Hours: 7:45 a.m. - 2:25 p.m.Website: www1.pgcps.org/gwynnparkhs/Principal: Tracie MillerGuidance Counselors: CynthiaCritten, Caprice Lewis, CarolynWilliamsNumber of Teachers: 77Capacity: 1,313Enrollment: 1,102Parent Organization: PTSOESOL Program: NoUniform Policy: YesMascot: Yellow JacketSPI: Not Met/0.9426Graduation Rate: 90.07%

Largo High School505 Largo RoadUpper Marlboro, MD 20772Phone: 301-808-8880Fax: 301-808-4066Hours: 7:45 a.m. - 2:25 p.m.Website: www1.pgcps.org/largo/Principal: Angelique Simpson-MarcusGuidance Counselors: ValarieAlston, Renee HawkinsNumber of Teachers: 112Capacity: 1,849Enrollment: 1,102Parent Organization: PTSAESOL Program: No

UniformPolicy: YesMascot: LionSPI: Not Met/0.8881Graduation Rate: 83.49%

Oxon Hill High School6701 Leyte DriveOxon Hill, MD 20745Phone: 301-749-4300Fax: 301-749-4599 (Call beforefaxing)Hours: 9:30 a.m. - 4:10 p.m.Website: www1.pgcps.org/oxonhillhs/Principal: Jean-Paul Cadet

Guidance Chair: T’Wana Warrick-BellNumber of Teachers: 130Capacity: 1,200Enrollment: 1,361Parent Organization: PTSAESOL Program: YesUniform Policy: YesMascot: Clipper ShipSPI: Not Met/0.9451Graduation Rate: 78.76%

Potomac High School5211 Boydell Ave.Oxon Hill, MD 20745Phone: 301-702-3900

Fax: 301-702-3886Hours: 7:45 a.m. - 2:25 p.m.Website: www1.pgcps.org/potomac/Principal: Robynne PrinceGuidance Counselors: PeterMcCourt, Rachael TaylorNumber of Teachers: 94Capacity: 2,104Enrollment: 1,067Parent Organization: PTSAESOL Program: NoUniform Policy: YesMascot: WolverineSPI: Not Met/0.8979Graduation Rate: 69.48%

Suitland High School5200 Silver Hill RoadForestville, MD 20746Phone: 301-817-0500Fax: 301-817-0515Hours: 8:30 a.m. - 3:10 p.m.Website: www1.pgcps.org/suitlandhs/Principal: Nate NewmanGuidance Counselors: AngelaStewart, Demetrius Rush, JanetWalker, Robert Parrish, GeanitaHodgesNumber of Teachers: 204School Capacity: 2,635School Enrollment: 1,882Parent Organization: PTSOESOL Program: NoUniform Policy: YesMascot: RamSPI: Not Met/0.9652Graduation Rate: 74.13%

Surrattsville High School6101 Garden DriveClinton, MD 20735Phone: 301-599-2453Fax: 301-599-2476Hours: 7:45 a.m. - 2:25 p.m.Website: www1.pgcps.org/surrattsville/Principal: Kristi HoldenGuidance Chair: Jeanay Larue-RobinsonNumber of Teachers: 65Capacity: 1,195Enrollment: 775Parent Organization: PTSAESOL Program: NoUniform Policy: YesMascot: HornetSPI: Not Met/0.9110Graduation Rate: 72.32%

Tall Oaks High School2112 Church RoadBowie, MD 20721Phone: 301-390-0230Fax: 301-390-0228Hours: 9:30 a.m. - 4:10 p.m.Website: www1.pgcps.org/talloaks/Principal: Larry McRaeGuidance Counselor: Debra MorrowNumber of Teachers: 15School capacity: 180Enrollment: 95Parent Organization: PTOESOL Program: NoUniform Policy: NoMascot: TigerSPI: N/AGraduation Rate: 86.21%

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At top: From left, Kimberly Boger, Lindsey Love and Ashley Waak,all from Bowie, race inflatable horses during Bowie Community Day,held at Bowie High School.


Above, right: Bowie High School student Brenna Barnhardt readsfrom her poem “She” during auditions held by the school’s poetryclub, Poets Anonymous.

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At left: Music teacher Brandon Felder (standing) listens to studentKaleb Mackey play on one of the keyboards recently donated toLargo High School.

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n Mixed opinions onwhether levels are getting

better or worse

BY ALICE POPOVICISTAFFWRITER

Through every level of theeducational process, parents saystudents’ battle with stress is aconstant fight.

High school counselors saysocial pressures and planningfor the future weigh heavily onthe minds of students, especiallyduring the last few weeks beforegraduation.

“For seniors, senior year isoverwhelming,” said Doreen Ho-gans, school counselor at CentralHigh School in Capitol Heights.“That ultimate quest — what amI going todo after graduation— ishanging over their heads.”

The stress is just as pressing

for younger students, parents say.ReneO’Dell ofHyattsville said

she and her husband, Jack, havewatched their 7-year-old son and13-year-old daughter deal withacademic and social stress atschool, and have tried to adjusttheir parenting style accordingly.

For her son, who attends aschool in University Park, O’Dellsaid the stress stemmed fromhaving to make the transitionfrom kindergarten to first grade,and adjust to a new environmentand daily routine. Her daughterattends school in Baltimore.

“As parents, we’re just moreinvolved and more aware,”O’Dell said. “The stance we takegenerally is to coach and provideadvice and keep out of it.”

The Centers for DiseaseControl and Prevention suggestthe following tips to deal withstress: eat healthy; exercise; getplenty of sleep; take a break; anddiscuss problems with a parent,

friend or counselor.Eran Zamir of College Park,

who has tutored students in

math, science and test prepara-tion since 1997, said he believesmiddle and high school stu-dents’ stress level has increasedduring that time period.

“A lot of it has to do with thetest regime,” he said, referring tothe battery of standardized testsstudents are required to take inmiddle school and high school.“They take up so much time ofthe academic year.”

Zamir said many studentshave so much anxiety abouttests that they “freeze up” eventhough they know the material.He said he tells students they canovercome stress by familiarizingthemselves with the tests aheadof time.

“It comes with practice,” hesaid.

While some students stillspend senior year stressing overcollege applications, teacherrecommendations and collegepreparations, Suitland High

School guidance counselor An-gela Stewart said she has noticedless stress among students sincethe school expanded its careeroptions about three years ago.

Stewart said the Suitlandschool is among several PrinceGeorge’s County schools that of-fer students several career tracksbeginning in the ninth grade,with curriculum options includ-ing military, arts and business.She said she has noticed thatgiving students more choices isallowing them to pursue theirinterests and reducing overallstress.

“You have kids who have dif-ferent avenues now,” Stewartsaid. “They have more choicesand options.”

Staff Writer VanessaHarrington contributed tothis report.

[email protected]

Future planning, ongoing tests add stress for students“For seniors,senior year is

overwhelming. Thatultimate quest —

what am I going todo after graduation— is hanging over

their heads.”Doreen Hogans, school counselor,

Central High School,Capitol Heights

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The Prince George’s County PublicSchools website suggests thefollowing websites that students canvisit while preparing for the SAT andACT tests.• https://quickstart.collegeboard.com/posweb/login.jsp: Studentswho have taken the PSAT registerhere. Using the code on their PSATscore report, which their counselorhas a copy of, they can access anelectronic report that allows them toreview their incorrect answers andview answer explanations.

• Ineedapencil.com: Free SAT prepsite has students take a full practiceSAT and makes suggestions fromtheir results.• sat.collegeboard.org/practice:Free access to more than a dozenSAT practice tools.• www.ePrep.com: Free videos withtest-taking tips.• www.gocollege.com: Free, fulllength SAT and ACT practice tests.• www.number2.com: The betterstudents do on the SAT questionson the site, the harder they become.

• www.sparknotes.com/testprep/newsat/: Free SAT test practicetests, tips, flashcards and videos.• www.studyhall.com: Free SATimprovement program, usingsimulated SAT questions paired withexplanations.• www.testu.com: Free test prepfor SAT, PSAT and ACT. Programbegins with a diagnostic exam andthen a 60-hour SAT tutorial tailoredto individual needs.

SAT/ACT TEST PREP

The following is a list of some scholarshipsspecific to Prince George’s County residents.

• Alliance of Southern Prince George’s CountyCommunities Inc. annual scholarship. Available foraDistrict 8 resident, currently attendinga four-yearcollege or university. Requires an application andofficial transcript. Call 301-686-1136.

• Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Inc., Upsilon TauOmega Chapter High School Scholarship. Given toa southern Prince George’s County high schoolsenior attending a two- or four-year college oruniversity in the fall. Requires an application, es-say, official transcript, two letters of recommenda-tion and head shot photo. Contact [email protected] or visit www.akaupsilon-tauomega.org.

• Apartment and Office Building Association ofMetropolitan Washington Scholarship. This awardfromAOBA is given to graduates of PrinceGeorge’sCounty high schools and pays for two years of tu-ition at Prince George’s Community College, to-taling about $6,000. Eligible candidates must becounty residents currently attending high schoolor have graduated within the last three years, ac-cepted to PGCC, have a minimum of a 2.5 grade-point average and a household income of nomorethan $60,000 per year. Call 301-322-0822 or visitwww.aoba-metro.org.

• Board of Trustees’ Legacy Scholarship.Awards given to Prince George’s County highschool graduates who commit to attending PrinceGeorge’s Community College and have demon-strated academic ability and strong leadership.Eligible students must have aminimum 3.0 grade-point average. For information, visit www.pgcc.edu/go/botscholarship.

• County Council members’ scholarships. Everyyear, district offices for Prince George’s CountyCouncil members give scholarships for residentsin their districts. For information, call your localoffice: County Council District 1, 301-952-4801;County Council District 2, 301-952-4436; CountyCouncil District 3, 301-952-3060; County CouncilDistrict 4, 301-952-3094; County Council District 5,301-952-3864; County Council District 6, 301-952-3426; County Council District 7, 301-952-3690; andCounty Council District 8, 301-952-3820.

• Emily J.T. Perez Foundation Scholarship.Available for an Oxon Hill High School graduatingsenior enrolled full time in an accreditedU.S. four-

year college or university. Must be a U.S. citizen orpermanent resident with at least a 2.5 GPA. Mustalso have demonstrated leadership ability throughparticipation in community service or extracur-ricular activities. Requires application, essay, offi-cial transcript and two letters of recommendation.Contact [email protected].

• The Hillman Entrepreneurs Program Scholar-ship. Four-year scholarships for students startingat Prince George’s Community College and fin-ishing their higher education at the University ofMaryland, College Park. There is no grade-pointaverage requirement, but the competitive award ismeant for students who plan to stay in the countyand contribute to the community. Visit http://aca-demic.pgcc.edu/hillman/.

• Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity Inc., Hyattsville/Landover Alumni Chapter scholarship. Awards givento minority Prince George’s County high schoolstudents or minority county residents enrolled incollege. The scholarship is geared towardminoritymale students, but allminorities are eligible. Appli-cants must have at least a 2.5 grade-point average.Call 301-325-1290 or visit www.hlkapsi.org.

• Prince George’s County Association of Real-tors David Maclin Memorial Scholarship Fund. An-nual $2,500 awards given to five Prince George’sCounty public school seniors as a way of acknowl-edging their community service efforts. Eligiblecandidatesmust be graduating high school seniorswith aminimum2.0 grade-point average andmustwrite an essay on how they have made impacts intheir communities. Call 301-306-7900 for informa-tion.

• Prince George’s County Delta Alumnae Foun-dation Inc. scholarships. A range of awards given toPrince George’s County residents. Some scholar-ships include those meant for improved students,students with financial need or high grades, stu-dents whowant to become teachers, students whoare singlemothers, and technical or trade students.Some scholarships are gender specific. Call 240-620-7923 or visit www.pgcacdst.org.

• The Prince George’s County Municipal Asso-ciation scholarship program. A $1,000 award givenannually to prospective or current undergraduatestudentsmajoring in a field geared toward govern-ment or public service careers. Eligible applicantsmust have at least a 2.0 grade-point average andbea resident of a Prince George’s County municipal-ity. Visit www.mdmunicipal.org.

COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIPS

Bowie State University14000 Jericho Park RoadBowie, MD 20715-9465301-860-4000

Capitol College11301 Springfield RoadLaurel, MD 20708301-369-2800

Embry-Riddle AeronauticalUniversityJoint Base Andrews, MD 20762301-735-6340 or 301-981-4098

Prince George’s CommunityCollegeMain Campus301 Largo RoadLargo, MD 20774301-336-6000

Prince George’s CommunityCollege at AndrewsJoint Base Andrews, MD 20762301-322-0778 or 301-981-5949

Prince George’s CommunityCollege at University Town Center6505 Belcrest Road, Suite 200Hyattsville, MD 20782301-277-5934

Laurel College Center312 Marshall Ave., Suite 205Laurel, MD 20707866-228-6110 or 443-518-4162

Sojourner-Douglass College8200 Professional Place,Suite 111Lanham, MD 20785301-459-8686 or 888-444-4118

Strayer UniversityPrince George’s Campus4710 Auth Place, Suite 100Suitland, MD 20746301-423-3600

Tai Sophia Institute7750 Montpelier RoadLaurel, MD 20723301-725-1674 or 410-888-9048

TESST College of Technology4600 Powder Mill Road,Suite 500Beltsville, MD 20705301-937-8448 or 800-48-TESST

University of Maryland,College Park7950 Baltimore Ave.College Park, MD 20742301-405-1000

University of MarylandUniversity College3501 University Blvd. E.Adelphi, MD 20783301-985-7000

University of Phoenix7852 Walker Drive, Suite 100Greenbelt, MD 20770301-345-6710

Washington Bible College/Capital Bible Seminary6511 Princess Garden ParkwayLanham, MD 20706301-552-1400

COLLEGES ANDUNIVERSITIES


Members of the University of Maryland Drumline perform during the 16th annualMaryland Day at the campus in College Park in April. The festival offered achance for prospective students and members of the public to learn aboutprograms at the university.

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A Step Above Early LearningCenter Inc.5711 Old Silver Hill RoadDistrict Heights, MD 20747Phone: 301-735-1407Website: None yetDescription: Coed, ChristianGrade: Pre-K-3 to -5Director: Dewitt KingTuition: $145/weekUniform Policy: YesParent Organization: YesMascot: None

Al-Huda School5301 Edgewood RoadCollege Park, MD 20740Phone: 301-982-2402Website: alhuda.orgDescription: Coed, IslamicGrade: K-12Tuition: Call for tuition rates

Belair Baptist ChristianAcademy2801 Belair DriveBowie, MD 20715Phone: 301-262-0578Website: bbcacademy.orgDescription: Coed, BaptistGrades: K-12Administrator: Gary D. KohlTuition: Pre-K-4 to 6: $5,355;7 to 8: $6.399; 9 to 12:

$7,560Uniform Policy: YesMascot: None

Beltsville Adventist School4230 Ammendale RoadBeltsville, MD 20705Phone: 301-937-2933Fax: 301-595-2431Website: baschool.orgDescription: Coed, Seventh-day AdventistGrades: K-8Principal: Wendy PegaTuition: Call for tuition ratesUniform Policy: Partial (Poloshirt required)Parent Organization: YesMascot: Bobcat

Berwyn Christian School4720 Cherokee St.College Park, MD 20740Phone: 301-474-1561Website:berwynchristianschool.orgDescription: Coed, ChristianGrades: Pre-K-3 to 8Director: Roger WhiteTuition: Pre-K-3: $1,872; Pre-K-4: $2,807; Pre-K $4,600; K:$5,624; 1 to 8: $6,360 (perchild); Sibling discount availableUniform Policy: Yes

Parent Organization: NoMascot: Bobcat

Bishop McNamara HighSchool6800 Marlboro PikeForestville, MD 20747Phone: 301-735-8401Fax: 301-735-0934Website: www.bmhs.orgPresident: Marco ClarkPrincipal: Robert Van derWaagGrades: 9 to 12Tuition: $13,250Uniform Policy: YesParent Organization: YesMascot: Mustang

Bowie Montessori Children’sHouse5004 Randonstone LaneBowie, MD 20715Phone: 301-262-3566Fax: 301-262-9802Website: www.bmch.netGrades: Primary (from ages2½ to 11)Director: Suzanne Byron ByrneTuition: Half day: $8,900; fullday: $10,200Uniform Policy: NoParent Organization: NoMascot: None

Capitol Christian Academy8601 Jericho City DriveLandover, MD 20785Phone: 240-223-2467Fax: 240-554-4426Website: capitolchristian.orgDescription: CoedGrades: 9 to 12Head of School: EvelynAndersonTuition: $8,500 (first child),$8,000 (second child), $7,445(third child)Uniform Policy: YesParent Organization: YesMascot: Warriors

Chelsea School2970 Belcrest Center Drive,Suite 300Hyattsville, MD 20782Phone: 240-467-2100Website: www.chelseaschool.eduGrades: 5 to 12Tuition: $36,965 for middleand upper division studentsHead of School: KatherineFedalenGuidance Counselor: PamMcRaeNumber of Teachers: 14Capacity: 90Enrollment: 70

Parent Organization: YesUniform Policy: NoMascot: KnightsBefore/After care: No

Children’s Guild Inc.5702 Sargent RoadChillum, MD 20782Phone: 301-853-7370Fax: 301-853-7376Website: www.childrensguild.orgDescription: Students withspecial needsPrincipal: Tyrone FrazierGrades: K to 11Tuition: Paid through thecounty school systemUniform Policy: YesParent Organization: NoMascot: Skippy

Clinton Christian School6707 Woodyard RoadUpper Marlboro, MD 20772Phone: 301-599-9600Website: www.clintonchristian.org/pages/Clinton_Christian_SchoolPrincipal: Carlos WilliamsGrades: K-3 to 12Tuition: K-3: $10,500; K-4 to12: $8,745Uniform Policy: Yes

Parent Organization: YesMascot: Eagle

College Park NurserySchool and Kindergarten4512 College Ave.College Park, MD 20740Phone: 301-864-5355Website: cpnsk.comDescription: CoedDirector: Claire BethGrades: Pre-K-2 to KTuition: Call for ratesUniform Policy: NoParent Organization: YesMascot: Busy Bees, BubblyBears, Terrific Turtles, FriendlyFrogs

Corkran United MethodistPreschool and Kindergarten5200 Temple Hill RoadTemple Hills, MD 20748Phone: 301-894-6886Website: corkranschool.orgDescription: Coed, UnitedMethodistDirector: Debbie HeyingGrades: Pre-K to KTuition: K: $490; Age 4: $465;Age 3: $425 for 5 days; Age 2:$265 for 2 days a week, $315

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for 3 days, $425 for 5 daysUniform Policy: NoParent Organization: YesMascot: No

Cornerstone ChristianAcademy16010 Annapolis RoadBowie, MD 20715Phone: 301-262-7683Fax: 301-262-5200Website: ccabowie.orgDescription: Coed, ChristianPrincipal: Stephanie IszardGrades: Pre-K-4 to 8Tuition: Pre-K to 5: $6,350; 6to 8: $6,550Uniform Policy: YesParent Organization: YesMascot: Crusaders

DeMatha Catholic HighSchool4313 Madison St.Hyattsville, MD 20781Phone: 240-764-2200Website: www.dematha.orgPrincipal: Daniel McMahonGuidance Chairwoman:Maureen RitzGrades: 9 to 12Tuition: $15,600Parent Organization: YesUniform Policy: YesMascot: Stags

Divine Peace LutheranSchool1500 Brown Station RoadLargo, MD 20774Phone: 301-350-4522Website: www.divinepeace.orgPrincipal: Ryan FinkbeinerGrades: K to 8Tuition: $7,500Uniform Policy: YesParent Organization: YesMascot: None

Early Years ChildEnrichment Center9400 Old Palmer RoadFort Washington, MD 20744Phone: 301-248-0379Website: earlyyearsabc.comDescription: CoedPrincipal: Claudia YoungsGrades: Ages 2 to KTuition: $155 a weekUniform Policy: NoParent Organization: YesMascot: No

Elizabeth Seton High School5715 Emerson St.Bladensburg, MD 20710Phone: 301-864-4532Website: www.setonhs.orgPrincipal: Sister Ellen MarieGrades: 9 to 12Tuition: $12,300Parent Organization: YesUniform Policy: YesMascot: Roadrunners

Evangel Daycare5900 Old Branch Ave.Temple Hills, MD 20748Phone: 301-899-5942Fax: 301-899-0694Website: eagcs.orgDescription: Coed, ChristianDirector: Sandy RobinsonGrades: Pre-K-3 to -5Tuition: Infants/Toddlers: $250per child/week; 2-year-olds:$215 per child/week; 3- to5-year-olds: $190 per child/weekUniform Policy: For ages 4to 5Parent Organization: NoMascot: None

Excellence Christian School9010 Frank Tippett RoadUpper Marlboro, MD 20772Phone: 301-868-1873Website: www.excellencechristianschool.orgPrincipal: Erika LeeGrades: K-3 to 12Tuition: $8,394Book Fees: Vary by gradelevel. Discounts available forfamilies with two or morechildren enrolled.Parent Organization: YesUniform Policy: YesAfter Care: YesMascot: Eagle

Fairhaven School17900 Queen Anne RoadUpper Marlboro, MD 20774Phone: 301-249-8060Website: www.fairhavenschool.comAdmissions chair: MarkMcCaigGrades: K to 12Tuition: $9,482 for the firststudent in a family, $8,059 forthe second, and $5,689 foreach additional student.Parent Organization: NoUniform Policy: NoMascot: Mastodon

Faith Baptist ChristianSchool12700 Claxton DriveLaurel, MD 20708Phone: 301-497-4490Fax: 301-776-3277Principal: Esther MarshGrades: Pre-K to 8Tuition: Half-day pre-K: $4,120;Full-day pre-K: $4,725; Half-dayK: $5,080; K to 5 $5,690;Middle school: $6,100Parent Organization: YesUniform Policy: Yes, K to 8onlyMascot: No

Firm Foundation & FaithAcademy2229 Oxon Run DriveTemple Hills, MD 20748Phone: 301-630-7994Fax: 301-505-8158Website:

firmfoundationfaithacademy.orgDescription: Coed, ChristianPrincipal: Lisa FreemanGrades: Infants, Pre-K-2 to-4, KTuition: Infants: $7,500; Pre-K-2: $5,500; Pre-K-3: $5,250;Pre-K-4: $5,150; K: $5,000

First Baptist School of Laurel15002 First Baptist LaneLaurel, MD 20707Phone: 301-490-1076Website: www.fbslaurel.comPrincipal: Tom HudsonGrades: Pre-K to 8Tuition: Half-day pre-K: $4,440;Full-day pre-K: $5,520; K to 8:$6,600Parent Organization: NoUniform Policy: Yes (K-3 to8 only)Mascot: Saints

Friends Community School5901 Westchester ParkDriveCollege Park, MD 20740Phone: 301-441-2100Fax: 301-441-2105Website: www.friendscommunityschool.orgHead of school: LarryClementsGrades: K to 8Tuition: K to 4: $17,050; 5 to6: $17,580; 7 to 8: $1 9,340Parent Organization: YesUniform Policy: NoMascot: None

Genesis Christian DaySchool6717 Glenn Dale RoadGlenn Dale, MD 20769Phone: 301-464-3981Fax: 301-262-2631Website:genesischristianschools.comDescription: Coed, ChristianPrincipal: Lisa WeathersGrades: Age 2 to K

Tuition: Call for ratesUniform Policy: YesParent Organization: NoMascot: None

Genesis Christian DaySchool12103 Windbrook DriveClinton, MD 20735Phone: 301-292-4710Fax: 301-292-4720Website:genesischristianschools.comDescription: Coed, ChristianPrincipal: Cassandra ColeGrades: 6-week-old to KTuition: Call for ratesUniform Policy: YesParent Organization: NoMascot: None

George E. Peters AdventistSchool6303 Riggs RoadHyattsville, MD 20783Phone: 301-559-6710Fax: 301-559-6444Website: gepeters.orgDescription: Coed, Seventh-day AdventistPrincipal: John AlbertyGrades: Pre-K to 8Tuition: $5,600 (K, constituentor nonconstituent), $5,100 (1to 8, constituent), $6,400 (1 to8, nonconstituent), $7,400 (Kto 8, non-Seventh-day Adventist)Uniform Policy: YesParent Organization: YesMascot: Yes

Glenn Dale MontessoriSchool7500 Hillmeade RoadGlenn Dale, MDPhone: 301-805-2845Website: www.glenndalemontessori.orgPrincipal: Gloria M. Panton-HarveyGrades: Nursery school, Pre-Kthrough Elementary

Tuition: Call for nursery schooland child care fees; $8,200(Half-day pre-K), $9,400(Full-day pre-K), $10,000 (K),$10,500 (Elementary)Uniform Policy: Yes, ages 3to 12Parent Organization: YesMascot: No

Goddard Child DevelopmentCenterNASA/GSFC Code 200.9Building 90Greenbelt, MD 20771Phone: 301-286-8588Fax: 301-286-0230Website: nasagcdc.comDescription: Enrollment limitedto children of Goddard andother federal employeesDirector: Syretha StoreyGrades: Pre-K-2 to KTuition: Pre K-2: $244 perweek; all other: $208 per week.Uniform Policy: NoneParent Organization: YesMascot: None

Grace Brethren ChristianSchool6501 Surratts RoadClinton, MD 20735Phone: 301-868-1600Fax: 301-868-9475Website: www.gbcseagles.orgDirector: George HornickelGrades: K-3 to 12Tuition: Grades K-3 to 5:$8,095; 6 to 8: $8,295; 9 to12: $8,595Uniform Policy: YesParent Organization: NoMascot: Eagles

Grace Christian School7210 Race Track RoadBowie, MD 20715Phone: 301-262-0158Fax: 301-262-4516Website: gcsbowie.orgDescription: Coed,

ChristianPrincipal: Judie BiancoGrades: K to 8Tuition: $6,800Uniform Policy: YesParent Organization: YesMascot: Yes

Greenwood School6525 Belcrest Road, G-90Hyattsville, MD 20782Phone: 301-458-4860Fax: 301-458-4863Website: greenwoodschoolmd.orgDescription: CoedPrincipal: Laurie MeltzerKlinovskyGrades: Infants to KTuition: Ages 3 to 4: $885;Age 2: $916; Infants: $1,389;Toddlers: $1,257Uniform Policy: NoParent Organization: YesMascot: No

Henson Valley Academy8701 Woodyard RoadClinton, MD 20735Phone: 301-485-6055Website: www.hvmacademy.orgHead of School: Lisa TaylorGrades: Primary to 8Tuition: $10,867Uniform Policy: NoParent Organization: YesMascot: TBA

Heritage Christian Academy5120 Whitfield Chapel RoadLanham, MD 20706Phone: 301-577-8874Fax: 301-577-7907Website: www.heritagechristianacademymd.org/Principal: Glennis P. GillTuition: First student: $8,400;Second student: $8,018; Thirdstudent: $5,443; Maximumtuition per family: $26,000Uniform Policy: YesParent Organization: YesMascot: Eagle

High Road Academy ofPrince George’s County5100 Philadelphia WayLanham, MD 20706Phone: 301-429-6191Fax: 301-429-6194Website: sesi-schools.comDescription: Coed, SpecialNeedsDirectors: Corrine Anyanwu,Annette MercerAges: 8 to 21Tuition: Call for ratesUniform Policy: YesParent Organization: NoMascot: Yes

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1070Largo, MD 20774Phone: 301-636-6614Fax: 301-636-6619Website: highroadschool.comDescription: Coed, SpecialNeedsDirector: Christine HoelscherGrades: 2 to 12Tuition: Call for ratesUniform Policy: YesParent Organization: NoMascot: Yes

High Road Upper School ofPrince George’s County12050 Baltimore Avenue,Suite 100Beltsville, MD 20705Phone: 301-210-4860Fax: 301-210-4863Website: sesi-schools.comDescription: Coed, SpecialNeeds, Autism, EmotionalDisabilitiesDirector: Michelle AndersonGrades: 9 to 12, Nongraded(ages 14 to 21)Tuition: Call for ratesUniform Policy: YesParent Organization: NoMascot: Bulldog

Highland Park ChristianAcademy6801 Sheriff RoadLandover, MD 20785Phone: 301-773-4079Fax: 301-773-2626Website: hpcalandover.orgDescription: Coed, ChristianGrades: Pre-K to 8Principal: E. Louise WhiteTuition: Pre-K-4: $6,790; K to5: $6,685; 6 to 8: $8,200Uniform Policy: YesParent Organization: YesMascot: Yes

Holy Family Catholic School2200 Callaway St.Hillcrest Heights, MD 20748Phone: 301-894-2323Fax: 301-894-7100Principal: Mary HawkinsWebsite: holyfamilymd.orgDescription: CoedGrades: Pre-K-3 to 8Tuition: $5,300 if Catholic,$5,400 if non-Catholic; familiescan call for prices if more thanone child attendsParent Organization: YesUniform Policy: YesMascot: Knight

Holy Redeemer School4902 Berwyn RoadCollege Park, MD 20740Phone: 301-474-3993Fax: 301-441-8137Website: www.holy-redeemer.orgPrincipal: Maria Bovich

Grades: Pre-K to 8Tuition: Catholic: $5,925 (onechild); Non-Catholic: $8,887(one child)Parent Organization: YesUniform Policy: YesMascot: Hawks

Holy Trinity Episcopal DaySchool13106 Annapolis RoadBowie, MD 20720Phone: 301-262-5355Fax: 301-262-9609Website: www.htrinity.orgDescription: Coed, EpiscopalHead of School: Michael MullinGrades: Pre-K to 8Tuition: Pre-K-3 and -4:$8,950; K to 4: $9,820; 5 to8: $11,550Parent Organization: YesUniform Policy: YesMascot: Hawks

Holy Trinity Episcopal DaySchool11902 Daisy LaneGlenn Dale, MD 20769Phone: 301-464-3215Fax: 301-464-9725Website: www.htrinity.orgDescription: Coed, EpiscopalHead of School: Michael MullinGrades: Pre-K to 8Tuition: Ages 3 to 4: $8,295;K to 4: $9,820, 5 to 8:$11,550Parent Organization: YesUniform Policy: YesMascot: Hawks

Horizon Learning Academy3111 Forestville RoadForestville, MD 20747Phone: 301-420-0980Description: CoedPrincipal: Bobara LilesGrades: K to 3Tuition: Call for ratesParent Organization: NoUniform Policy: YesMascot: Yes

Independent BaptistAcademy9255 Piscataway RoadClinton, MD 20735Phone: 301-856-1616Fax: 301- 856-8234Website: ibcministries.org/academy.htmlDescription: Coed, BaptistAdministrator: Rick DoveGrades: Pre-K-4 to 12Tuition: $5,500 (first child),$9,200 (two children), $12,850(three children)Parent Organization: NoUniform Policy: YesMascot: Kings

Jabez Christian Academy5904 Marlboro PikeDistrict Heights, MD 20747Phone: 240-351-1012Fax: NoneWebsite: NoneDescription: Coed, Christian

Dean of Education: DelphineKellyGrades: K-4 to 8Tuition: $700 (per month)Parent Organization: YesUniform Policy: YesMascot: Jaguar

Jericho Christian Academy8500 Jericho City DriveLandover, MD 20785Phone: 301-333-9400Fax: 301-333-0521Website: www.jerichochristianacademy.orgPrincipal: Karyn ScottGrades: Pre-K to 8Tuition: K to 8: $6,800; Pre-K-2 and -3: $9,204; Pre-K-4 and-5: $8,784Parent Organization: YesUniform Policy: K and upMascot: Lion

Kiddie Academy of Oxon Hill6031 Oxon Hill RoadOxon Hill, MD 20745Phone: 301-839-7808Fax: 301-839-2551Website: educationaldaycare.kiddieacademy.com/oxonhillDescription: CoedOwner: Margaret HarperAges: 6 weeks to 12 yearsTuition: Call for ratesParent Organization: NoUniform Policy: NoMascot: None

Lanham Christian School8400 Good Luck RoadLanham, MD 20706Phone: 301-552-9102Fax: 301-552-2021Website: lanhamchristian.wordpress.com/Executive director: RandallBurrAssistant principal: ThereseRussellGrades: K-4 and 5, $8,150; 1to 5, $7,450; 6 to 8, $8,150;9 to 12, $8,550. Maximumtuition per family is $21,000Uniform Policy: YesParent Organization: YesMascot: Lions

Maryland Gospel AssemblySchool12406 Brandywine RoadBrandywine, MD 20613Phone: 301-372-6345Fax: 301-372-6345Description: Coed, ChristianPrincipal: Banita YoungGrades: K to 12Tuition: Call for ratesUniform Policy: YesParent Organization: YesMascot: Eagle

Mount Calvary CatholicSchool6704 Marlboro PikeForestville, MD 20747Phone: 301-735-5262Fax: 301-736-5044Website: www.

mountcalvarycatholicschool.orgPrincipal: Darcy A. TomkoGrades: Pre-K-4 to 8Tuition: Catholic Rate: $6,175,Other Faith Rate: $7,975Parent Organization: YesUniform Policy: YesMascot: Cougar

National Christian Academy6700 Bock RoadFort Washington, MD 20744Phone: 301-567-9507Fax: 301-567-7332Website: ncaeagles.orgDescription: Coed, ChristianPrincipal: Andrew StewartGrades: K-3 to 12th gradeTuition: $6,854 (first child,K-6), $6,169 (second child,K-6), $7,420 (first child, 7-12),$6,678 (second child, 7-12)Parent Organization: YesUniform Policy: YesMascot: Yes

New Chapel ChristianAcademy5601 Old Branch Ave.Camp Springs, MD 20748Phone: 301-899-0877Fax: 301-899-0906Website: ncbcthechapel.org/Grades: Pre-K to K, 1 to 5Principal: Kuiana FairTuition: $700 per month allgradesUniform Policy: YesParent Organization: YesMascot: No

New Hope Academy andPreschool7009 Varnum St.Hyattsville, MD 20784Phone: 301-459-7311Fax: 301-459-2813Website: www.newhopeacademy.orgPrincipal: Joy MorrowGrades: Pre-K-3 to 12Tuition: Pre-K-3: $9,250 forfirst child, $7,300 for secondchild; K to 6: $9,700 for firstchild, $7,790 for second child;7 to 8: $9,950 for first child,$8,040 for second child; 9to 12: $10,500 for first child,$8,050 for second child. Thirdchild free tuition program. Tenpercent discount available formilitary families. School acceptsinternational students.Uniform Policy: YesParent Organization: YesMascot: Tiger

Outreach Christian CenterAcademy6701 Clinton Manor DriveClinton, MD 20735Phone: 301-856-1183, ext.205Fax: 301-856-0499Website: outreachcc.org/occ_academyPrincipal: Betty SwinneyAges: 2 to 5Tuition: $160 a week (age 2),

$150 (age 3), $145 (age 4),$135 (age 5)Uniform Policy: YesParent Organization: NoMascot: No

Pathways School Northwood4600 Powder Mill Road,Suite 100Beltsville, MD 20705Phone: 301-649-0778Fax: 301-595-3483Website: www.pathwayschools.orgDescription: Coed, SpecialEducation, Emotional DisabilitiesPrincipal: Laurie MicalGrades: 6 to 12Tuition: Funded by state andcountyParent Organization: NoUniform Policy: YesMascot: Panthers

Pathways School DuvalRe-Entry9880 Good Luck RoadLanham, MD 20706Phone: 301-850-6441Fax: 301-794-7845Website: www.pathwayschools.orgDescription: Coed, SpecialEducation, Emotional DisabilitiesPrincipal: Kay GreanyGrades: 9 to 12Tuition: Funded by the stateand countyParent Organization: No(Parents may join Duval HighSchool’s PTSA)Uniform Policy: YesMascot: Tigers

Pathways School CrosslandRe-Entry6901 Temple Hill RoadTemple Hills, MD 20748Phone: 301-449-3173Fax: 301-449-3047Website: www.pathwayschools.orgDescription: Coed, SpecialEducation, Emotional DisabilitiesPrincipal: Newton LennonGrades: 9 to 12Tuition: Funded by state andcountyParent Organization: No(Parents may join CrosslandHigh School’s PTSA)Uniform Policy: YesMascot: Cavaliers

Patuxent Montessori School14210 Old Stage RoadBowie, MD 20720Phone: 301-464-4506Fax: 301-464-8792Website: www.patuxent-montessori.orgAges: 16 months to 12 yearsAdministrator: SuzanneDamadioTuition: Full-day rate $10,100Uniform Policy: NoParent Organization: NoMascot: None

Reid Temple ChristianAcademy11400 Glenn Dale Blvd.Glenn Dale, MD 20769Phone: 301-860-6570Fax: 301-352-7086Website: www.reidtempleacademy.comGrades: Pre-K-2 to 8Head of School: DonnetteDaisTuition: Pre-K-2 and -3:$10,965; Pre-K-4: $9,595; K to5: $8,740; 6 to 8: $9,595Uniform Policy: YesParent Organization: YesMascot: Conqueror

Riverdale Baptist School1133 Largo RoadUpper Marlboro, MD 20774Phone: 301-249-7000Fax: 301-249-3425Website: www.rbschool.orgPrincipals: Twyla Harbel,elementary; Karyn Baines,middle; Eric Harrison, highGrades: Pre-K-3 to 12Tuition: See website or callfor ratesUniform Policy: YesParent Organization: YesMascot: Crusader

Saint Ann’s High Schoolof St. Ann’s Center forChildren, Youth and Families4901 Eastern Ave.Hyattsville, MD 20782Phone: 301-559-5500Fax: 301-853-6985Website: www.stanns.orgDescription: For pregnant andparenting young women, bothresidential and dayPrincipal: Valarie SwainGrades: 8 to 12Tuition: Rates by arrangementParent Organization: NoUniform Policy: NoMascot: None

SHABACH! ChristianAcademy3600 Brightseat RoadLandover, MD 20785Phone: 301-772-8590 or 301-583-5330Fax: 301-773-6282Website: shabachca.org/Principal: Nicole McNeilGrades: Pre-K-2 to -7, Kto 6Tuition: Call for tuitionrates.Parent Organization: YesUniform Policy: YesMascot: Eagle

St. Ambrose CatholicSchool6310 Jason St.Cheverly, MD 20785Phone: 301-773-0223Fax: 301-773-9647Website: www.sacheverly.org

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Principal: Dian CarterGrades: Pre-K to 8Tuition: Catholic: $6,200(one child); Non-Catholic:$7,500Parent Organization: YesUniform Policy: YesMascot: Bumblebee

St. Columba School7800 Livingston RoadOxon Hill, MD 20745Phone: 301-567-6212Fax: 301-567-6907Website: stccatholic.org/Principal: Tina MagnayeGrades: K to 8Tuition: Catholic: $5,800;Non-Catholic: $9,250Parent Organization: YesUniform Policy: YesMascot: Celtic Cross

St. Jerome Academy5207 42nd PlaceHyattsville, MD 20781Phone: 301-277-4568Fax: 301-683-6080Website: www.stjeromes.orgPrincipal: Mary PatDonoghueGrade: Pre-K to 8, childcenter for infants to age 4Tuition: Catholic: $6,070(one child); $8,040 (twochildren); $9,500 (three ormore children). Non-Catholic:$8,780 (one child); $10,500(two children); $12,400(three children)Parent Organization: YesUniform Policy: YesMascot: Jaguar

St. John the EvangelistSchool8912 Old Branch Ave.Clinton, MD 20735Phone: 301-868-2010Fax: 301-856-8941Website: www.saintjohnsschool.orgPrincipal: Ann GillespieGrades: Pre-K-4 to 8Tuition: Catholic: $6,270;Catholic pre-K-4: $7,975;Non-Catholic: $9,460Parent Organization: YesUniform Policy: YesMascot: None

St. Joseph’s RegionalCatholic School11011 Montgomery RoadBeltsville, MD 20705Phone: 301-937-7154Fax: 301-937-1467Website: www.stjos.orgPrincipal: Anne-Marie MillerGrades: Pre-K-4 to 8Tuition: Catholic: Pre-K:$5,880; K to 8: $5,640(one child) $9,900 (twochildren) $13,500 (three

children) $16,938 (four ormore); Non-Catholic: $8,280(per student)Parent Organization: YesUniform Policy: YesMascot: Tiger

St. Mary of theAssumption School4610 Largo RoadUpper Marlboro, MD20772Phone: 301-627-4170Fax: 301-627-6383Website: www.stmaryum.orgGrades: Pre-K to 8Principal: Steven ShowalterTuition: Catholic pre-K:$6,307 (per child); Non-Catholic pre-K: 9,401 (perchild)Catholic K to 8: $5,970 (onechild); non-Catholic: $9,401(one child)Parent Organization: YesUniform Policy: YesMascot: None

St. Mary of the Mills School106 St. Mary’s PlaceLaurel, MD 20707Phone: 301-498-1433Fax: 301-498-1170Website: www.stmaryofthemills.orgPrincipal: James A. PavlackaGrades: K to 8Tuition: Catholic, $6,222 (perchild); Non-Catholic, $8,517(per child)Parent Organization: YesUniform Policy: YesMascot: Stallion

St. Mary’s Catholic School7207 Annapolis RoadLandover Hills, MD 20784Phone: 301-577-0031Fax: 301-577-5485Website: school.stmaryslh.org/Principal: Chris BuchleitnerGrades: Pre-K-3 and -4, K to 8Tuition rates: Pre-K-3:$4,400; Pre-K-4 to 8; Catholic:

$5,100; Non-Catholic: $6,250Parent Organization: YesUniform Policy: YesMascot: Wildcat

St. Mary’s School ofPiscataway13407 Piscataway RoadClinton, MD 20735Phone: 301-292-2522Fax: 301-292-2534Website: www.stmaryspiscataway.orgPrincipal: Kathleen C. PfaffGrades: Pre-K-3 and -4, K to 8Tuition rates: Visit websitefor ratesParent Organization: YesUniform Policy: YesMascot: “Freespirit” the Eagle

St. Matthew’s EarlyEducation Center14900 Annapolis RoadBowie, MD 20715Phone: 301-464-1813Website: stmatthews-bowie.orgDescription: CoedDirector: Leah TiptonAges: 2 to 5Tuition: Based on schedule.Visit website for rates.Parent Organization: NoUniform Policy: NoMascot: None

St. Matthew’s Parish DaySchool5901 36th Ave.Hyattsville, MD 20782Phone: 301-935-5026Website:stmatthewsdayschool.comDescription: Coed, EpiscopalDirector: Lynn AdamsAges: 2 to 5Tuition: Call for ratesParent Organization: YesUniform Policy: NoMascot: None

The Academy of St.Matthias the Apostle9473 Annapolis RoadLanham, MD 20706

Phone: 301-577-9412Fax: 301-577-2060Website: school.stmatthias.org/Principal: Abigail GreerGrades: Pre-K to 8Tuition: Call for ratesParent Organization: YesUniform Policy: YesMascot: Mustang

St. Philip the Apostle School5414 Henderson WayCamp Springs, MD 20746Phone: 301-423-4740Fax: 301-423-4716Website: www.stphiliponline.com/Principal: Karen RobinsonGrades: Pre-K-3 and -4, K to 8Tuition rates: Non-Catholic:$7,450; Catholic: $5,630; Pre-K-3 and -4: $6,240Parent Organization: YesUniform Policy: YesMascot: Bulldog

St. Pius X Regional School14710 Annapolis RoadBowie, MD 20715Phone: 301-262-0203Fax: 301-805-8875Website: www.stpiusbowie.orgPrincipal: Robert LoveGrades: Pre-K to 8Tuition rates: Archdioceseof Washington Catholic:$6,941; Non-Archdiocese ofWashington Catholic: $7,941;Non-Catholic: $8,441; Pre-K:$7,925 per childParent Organization: YesUniform Policy: YesMascot: None

The Beddow Junior/HighSchool (Accokeek CollegePreparatory School)501 Bryan Point RoadAccokeek, MD 20607Phone: 301-292-1968Fax: 301-292-2095Website: www.thebeddowschool.orgGrades: 7 to 12Head of School: Trudy

BeddowTuition: $13,100Uniform Policy: No, but strictdress codeParent Organization: NoMascot: Hawk

The Beddow MontessoriSchool (Fort WashingtonMontessori School)8600 Loughran RoadFort Washington, MD 20744Phone: 301-567-0330Fax: 301-567-0330Website: www.thebeddowschool.orgAges: 2½ to 12 years oldHead of School: TrudyBeddowTuition: Half-day primary:$7,660; Full-day primary:$10,000; Elementary class:$10,040Uniform Policy: NoParent Organization: NoMascot: None

The Foundation School1330 McCormick DriveLargo, MD 20774Phone: 301-772-1200Website: www.foundationschools.orgDescription: For studentswith severe emotional andbehavioral disabilitiesDirector: Gina JamesGrades: 1 to 12Tuition: Funded by the countyUniform Policy: YesParent Organization: NoMascot: Falcon

The Maryland InternationalDay School2317 Brinkley RoadFort Washington, MD 20744Phone: 301-567-9101Fax: 301-567-9103Website: www.themidschool.orgHead of School: EstherDonawaGrades: Pre-K-4 to 8Tuition: $13,000 (per student)Uniform Policy: YesParent Organization: YesMascot: Matador

St. Vincent Pallotti HighSchool113 St. Mary’s PlaceLaurel, MD 20707Phone: 301-725-3228Fax: 301-776-4343Website: pallottihs.orgDescription: Coed, CatholicPrincipal: Jeff PalumboGrades: 9 to 12Tuition: $13,995Parent Organization: PTAUniform Policy: YesMascot: Panther

Tabernacle LearningAcademy11601 South Laurel DriveLaurel, MD 20708Phone: 301-536-2769

Fax: 301-490-8014Website: tabernaclela.netDescription: Coed, ChristianDirector: Gayle AllbrittonGrades: KTuition: $5,000 for the yearParent Organization: NoUniform Policy: YesMascot: Eagle

The Village Academy ofWashington, DC, PrinceGeorge’s County Campus8601 Ashwood DriveCapitol Heights, MD 20743Phone: 301-336-1904Fax: 301-336-1906Website: vawdc.orgDescription: Boys specialeducation, VocationalPrincipal: LaChonda EllerbyGrades: 9 to 12Tuition: Call for ratesParent Organization: NoUniform Policy: YesMascot: No

Washington New ChurchSchool11914 Chantilly LaneMitchellville, MD 20721Phone: 301-464-5602Fax: 301-805-8835Website: theWNC.orgDescription: Coed, ChristianPrincipal: Michael GladishGrades: Junior K to 10Tuition: $6,800 per childParent Organization: NoUniform Policy: YesMascot: No

Washington United ChristianAcademy3501 Bunker Hill RoadMount Rainier, MD 20712Phone: 301-807-9397Fax: 301-277-0308Website: go2wuca.orgDescription: Coed, ChristianPrincipal: Abraham MosesGrades: Pre-K to 8Tuition: 1 to 8: $5,250Parent Organization: YesUniform Policy: YesMascot: Cross

Woodstream ChristianAcademy9800 Lottsford RoadMitchellville, MD 20721Phone: 301-955-1160Fax: 301-955-1150Website: www.woodstreamacademy.comChancellor: Robert WingfieldGrades: Pre-K-2 to 12Tuition: K: $9,700; 1 to 5:$9,350; 6 to 7: $9,525; 8:$9,600; 9 to 11: $9,990; 12:$10,540Parent Organization: YesUniform Policy: YesMascot: Bucks

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