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
Elisa 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 is a unique school committed to maintaining the integrity of its philosophy, sustaining a rigorous, relevant academic program that cultivates lifelong learners and prepares students for college and career readiness in class sizes that allow students access to Montessori materials and manipulatives.
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 YesEnglish Language Learners (ENL) YesEarly Literacy Program YesChorus YesBand/Orchestra YesInstrumental Music Lessons YesAfter-School program YesSummer Programs Yes, District-wideBusiness/College/Faith Partnerships Living Water Fellowship and Provision Full, The Community Place, Unity Health Center (onsite), SUNY Geneseo, St. John Fisher College, Brockport College, Center for Youth, Urban League of Rochester, Boys and Girls Club of Rochester
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 adhere to the New York State Standards.
- Continuity for students and staff through classroom instruction of two grade levels per class, allowing students to 'roll up' with their teachers.
- PreK students have similar amenities to students in grades K-6, including music, art, library and physical education.
- PreK students receive transportation regardless of distance from home
- 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.