Montessori Academy School No. 53
School Information
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Start Time 7:30 a.m.
Dismissal Time 2:00 p.m.
Grade Level PreK-6
353 Congress Avenue, Rochester, NY 14619Phone (585) 325-0935
Email/Text 53info@rcsdk12.org
Website www.rcsdk12.org/53Principal
Djinga St. Louis
Assistant Principal
Elise Ruise
Parent Contact
Sherphine Dailey
Board Liaison
Amy Maloy
School Chief
Rhonda Morien
DASA Coordinator
Elise Ruise
What Every Family Should Know
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We at Montessori “Believe in the Child” and work collaboratively with parents and all stakeholders to provide the best education for all of our children. Our mission is to provide students with a safe, secure and nurturing learning environment that promotes the well-being of the whole child.
Montessori Academy applies the methodology and application of Montessori; while implementing Next Generation Learning Standards. Our goal is to prepare students to be college and career bound, as well as productive citizens in the community in which they live.
Program Features
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Uniforms Required YesForeign Languages YesEnglish Language Learners YesHonors/Enrichment Classes No (Content specialized 3-6 )Early Literacy Program YesChorus YesBand/Orchestra YesInstrumental Music Lessons YesSports NoStep Teams NoExtended/Expanded Day NoSaturday School NoOn-Site After-School Care NoSummer Programs NoBusiness/College/Faith Partnerships Living Water Fellowship and Provision Full, The Community Place, Unity Health Center (onsite), Geneseo, St John Fisher, Brockport
Unique Features
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- Accelerated/individualized lessons within our Multi-age classrooms are guided by an experienced Montessori trained and/or NYS certified teacher. Lessons are inclusive of Montessori practices and adheres to the New York State Standards.
- Montessori lessons and student celebrations are presented during monthly parent meetings.
- Montessori classes are engaged in Social Emotional Learning (Grace and Courtesy) meetings daily. These meetings are designed to teach students how to effectively manage their emotions, behaviors and relationships with their peers.