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Maya Angelou PCS High School

charterWard 7

Grant Park · Grades 9–12

About Maya Angelou PCS High School

Maya Angelou PCS High School, located in Ward 7, supports "opportunity-youth" through a personalized college and career-focused curriculum designed for individual student success. The school implements forward-thinking programs such as Blended Learning, which integrates technology to tailor instruction and allow students to progress effectively. Career and Technical Education (CTE) pathways provide practical skills and certifications for various professions, complemented by a range of Interscholastic Sports. Additionally, students benefit from strong family engagement initiatives, comprehensive community outreach, and beneficial partnership programs that extend learning beyond the classroom. The school operates from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., and a uniform is required daily.

Maya Angelou Public Charter Schools, located in Ward 7, serves "opportunity-youth". We offer a personalized college and career-focused curriculum using hybrid learning, flexible scheduling, social-emotional supports, and wrap-around services. We remove barriers to engagement and learning, to ensure our students are well prepared for life beyond the diploma and become positive contributors to society.

Specialized Programs

Blended LearningCareer and Technical EducationInterscholastic SportsOnline LearningRestorative Justice ProgramSchool Garden

Enrichment

Strong family engagement · Community outreach and Partnership programs

🕐 8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m.👔 Uniform required

Address

5600 EAST CAPITOL STREET NE

Enrollment Lottery

Required

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Free transit for students

All DC residents enrolled at Maya Angelou PCS High School (ages 5–21) qualify for Kids Ride Free — a SmarTrip card that grants free Metrobus, Metrorail, and DC Circulator rides on school days.

School Hours

From Google business listing — confirm with the school directly.

  • Monday9:30 AM to 5 PM
  • Tuesday9:30 AM to 5 PM
  • Wednesday9:30 AM to 5 PM
  • Thursday9:30 AM to 5 PM
  • Friday9:30 AM to 5 PM
  • SaturdayClosed
  • SundayClosed

Specialties

Blended LearningCareer and Technical EducationInterscholastic SportsOnline LearningRestorative Justice ProgramSchool Garden

Frequently Asked Questions

What grades does Maya Angelou PCS High School serve?+

Maya Angelou PCS High School serves grades 9–12 in the Grant Park neighborhood of Washington DC.

What ward is Maya Angelou PCS High School in?+

Maya Angelou PCS High School is located in Ward 7, Grant Park, Washington DC.

How do I apply to Maya Angelou PCS High School?+

Maya Angelou PCS High School is a DC public charter school that requires a lottery application. Applications are submitted through MySchoolDC (myschooldc.org), which opens each November and closes in early February. Results are released in late March.

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