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Cultivating Tomorrow's Leaders Today!
SSMA

Mission And Vision

The mission of Shining Stars Montessori Academy Public Charter School is to offer a quality Montessori education infused with culturally inclusive principles to guide children to develop to their fullest potential. The vision of the founders of Shining Stars Montessori Academy is one that seeks to alter the educational outcomes of children living in Washington, DC, thereby positioning them for future success. In keeping with our mission, we will strive to nurture the genius of all the children who come through our doors, guiding them in the principles of the Montessori approach.
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News & Announcements

PHelp Us Build a New Playground for SSMA - (POSTPONED) Featured Photo

PHelp Us Build a New Playground for SSMA - (POSTPONED)

We’re excited to announce that our school is partnering with KABOOM!, Washington Commanders, and Bank of America to create a brand new playspace for our students, and we need your help to make it happen!
📅 Mark your calendars for October 17-19, 2024 and join us at 1240 Randolph St. NE for 3 days of community fun and hard work.
No construction experience? No problem! All we need is your enthusiasm and willingness to pitch in.
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SSMA / CAPITAL AREA FOOD BANK

Join Shining Stars Montessori Academy's Family Market! SSMA has partnered with the Capital Area Food Bank to offer monthly distributions of nutritious groceries to members of the SSMA community free of charge from 3 pm to 5 pm
When: Monday October 7, 2024.
Monday November 4, 2024
Monday December 9, 2024
Monday January 13, 2025
Monday February 10, 2025
Monday March 10, 2025
Monday April 7, 2025
Monday May 12, 2025
Monday June 9, 2025
Where: SSMA Campus (front and rear entrance(s) of the building)
SSMA ‘Team Stars’ Dress Code and Montessori Philosophy Featured Photo

SSMA ‘Team Stars’ Dress Code and Montessori Philosophy

At Shining Stars Montessori, we believe in fostering a warm and welcoming environment where children feel a sense of belonging. Our dress code reflects this philosophy while also aligning with Montessori principles, Here's how:
Promote Community and Belonging,
Maximize Learning,
Respect Individuality, and more!
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How do Montessori Schools Prepare Children For Modern Life? Featured Photo

How do Montessori Schools Prepare Children For Modern Life?

When deciding what elementary school path to take, the choices are sometimes overwhelming. Many people think Montessori schools are only for preschool- and kindergarten-age children. However, there are many reasons to consider a Montessori school for your child’s formative years. Below are just a few of the most compelling arguments for Montessori education that tie into preparing your child for the future.
Montessori Works

WHY MONTESSORI WORKS

A growing body of research supports the effectiveness of Montessori education over a range of outcomes, including school readiness, academic achievement, executive function skills, and more. A recent large-scale study in South Carolina1 and an in-depth study in Connecticut2 have supported all of the findings below as well as showing gains across racial and income sub-groups.