Enroll today! The Maya Angelou Public Charter School is a FREE alternative high school program based in Washington DC’s Ward 7, for grades 9-12.
We are dedicated educators who passionately believe all scholars have strengths and talents to address any former classroom challenges. Enrolling at Maya Angelou PCS means academic, social and employment skills that will build a rewarding life and promote positive change.
– Support Hours: 9:00am – 3:00pm ( in-person support by appointment only) | ☎ 202-379-4355 or 202-536-8766
– Matched Student Enrollment Deadline: May 1st 2023
– Required Document Quick Print Link (click): 1. DC | Health Oral Health Assessment Form, 2. DC | Health Universal Health Certificate
– Special Education (IEP/504) Point of Contact: Malecca Bryant | 🖂 mbryant@seeforever.org | ☎ 301-887-3402
– Additional Quick Print Link (click): DC | Health School Immunization Requirements Guide, DC | Health Religious Exemption, DC | Health Annual HPV Opt-Out
The Maya Angelou Schools build a vital multi-campus community of future DC-based high school graduates by recognizing that learning is for all students, of all abilities, at all ages, in all stages. We believe that with above and beyond wraparound services and student support, coupled with high expectations all of our students, regardless of background, can succeed at college, career and beyond. Take a peak into our School Year 2022-2023 High School Student Handbook and MAPCS Bullying Prevention Policy – 2022-2023 SY for greater insight into our philosophies.
At the Maya Angelou Schools, we freely offer:
🏫 Small classroom environment
⏰ Flexible scheduling
🏠 Residential Boarding (Monday – Friday, non-holiday housing for students)
📚 Disability services, in school therapy and 504/IEP assistance
💚 One-on-one counseling and mental health services
💪🏽 Career training in Hospitality, Food Safety and other CTE Workforce Certifications
🧭 Field trips and study abroad opportunities
🏀 Sports and extracurricular activities and clubs
Apply today, limited seats available! Maya Angelou PCS Enrollment Process ⤵
Maya Angelou Public Charter School enrollment first steps:
- New Applicants: 9-12 please apply on MySchoolDC.org
- Contact Ms. Stevens at dstevens@seeforever.org or (202) 379-4335 to schedule an appointment and school tour.
- Review our program highlights and schedule a visit!
Required Enrollment Documents: New Families (after receiving an acceptance email)
- Birth Certificate
- Parent ID
- Proof of DC Residency Documentation
- Department of Health Universal Health Certificate
- Department of Health Oral Health Certificate
- 8th grade report card (stamp promoted) for first year 9th grader, if applicable
- Official transcript from previous school
- Individualized Education Plan (IEP), if applicable
Required Enrollment Documents: Returning Families
- Parent ID
- Proof of DC Residency Documentation
- Department of Health Universal Health Certificate
- Department of Health Oral Health Certificate
DC Residency Documentation Requirements:
All students enrolled in public schools in the District of Columbia must provide proof of residency in the District. A bona fide DC resident is defined as a person that has established a physical presence in the District of Columbia. To verify residency, the student’s parent/guardian completes a DC Residency Verification Form (at the school) and presents documents showing their address. The parent/guardian must enroll that student in person, at the school, and the parent/guardian must be the individual listed on the residency documents. Below are the SY 2023–24 guidelines for verifying residency.
You can use any one (1) of the following documents to prove residency:
- A pay stub issued within the past 45 days showing only DC tax withholdings, displaying the name and current address;
- Proof of financial assistance from the Government of the District of Columbia (i.e., TANF, Medicaid, SCHIP, Housing, etc.) issued within the past 12 months, displaying your name and current address;
If you do not have any of the documents listed above, you can use any two (2) of the following documents:
NOTE: The address and name on each of the below items must be the same
- District of Columbia-issued Driver’s License or non-driver’s identification, displaying your name and current address;
- Utility (gas, electric, water) bill, displaying your name and current address, with a separate payment receipt or canceled check for payment of the bill for a period within 2 months; and/or
- DC Vehicle Registration, displaying your name and current address.
🖨 Required Document Quick Links (PDF)
DC Health_School Immunization Requirements Guide_r7_0DC Health Universal Health Certificate
8.3 Religious Exemption Request Process for Families_0
English_HPVOpt-OutforSchoolYear-2122_FINAL_1-28-22
