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What is Excel Academy public charter school?

EXCEL Academy Public Charter School, an IB candidate school, is the longest-operating public charter school in Prince George’s County, Maryland. Currently located in Landover, EXCEL Academy is a school of choice that serves students in kindergarten through eighth grade.

What is the ranking of Excel Charter Academy in Michigan?

Excel Charter Academy was ranked in the top 10 charter middle and elementary schools in Michigan by U.S. News & World Report. The school placed in ninth for charter middle schools in the state and 10 th for charter elementary schools.

Is there a public charter school in Prince George County?

Search Welcome to EXCEL Academy Public Charter School EXCEL Academy Public Charter School, an IB candidate school, is the longest-operating public charter school in Prince George’s County, Maryland. Currently located in Landover, EXCEL Academy is a school of choice that serves students in kindergarten through eighth grade.

What is the school Parent Council?

Our Parent Council: Excel has a vibrant School Parent Council (SPC). The SPC brings all parents in the school community together to support the school and advocate for quality education. Every parent or guardian of a BPS student is automatically a member of the School Parent Council.

What is Excel Academy?

Excel Academy is a tuition free charter school program where teachers and parents partner together. “Excel Academy has been such a great alternative to traditional schooling for my family. We love the options and the freedom to do what works for our family.

What track do you follow in high school?

High School students can choose to follow the UC/CSU A-G track or the customized college track to complete high school graduation requirements. Each Excel student and family has the support of a credentialed school counselor.

Celebrating Cultural Legacy and Excellence This February

This week we are closing out the month of January and sailing into February! The month of February ushers in two very significant cultural celebrations that should be noted, embraced and recognized by all.

NEWLY UPDATED (PLEASE READ): EXCEL Return to Building Updates

Scholars who have been virtual since the fall will be returning Monday, January 31st. Thank your counseling department for conducting a virtual student orientation on Thursday, January 27th. We look forward to seeing their faces tomorrow.

IB Learner Profile of the Month: Communicator

Our IB Learner Profile for the month of February is Communicator. Students who are Communicators understand and express ideas and information confidently and creatively in more than one language and in a variety of modes of communication. They work effectively and willingly in collaboration with others.

National School Counseling Week February 7th - 11th

National School Counseling Week 2022 is Feb. 7-11, 2022, to focus public attention on the unique contribution of school counselors within U.S. school systems. National School Counseling Week highlights the tremendous impact school counselors can have in helping students achieve school success and plan for a career.

EXCEL Academy Facilities Update

For all who may have missed our special edition of the Eagle's Nes t released on January 20, 2022, we have identified the new facility location for EXCEL Academy at 6700 Bock Road in Fort Washington, MD. For more details, you may use the link above to get more information on the process, timeline, and how and why of the move.

A Message from our Charter Operator: SEED, Inc

We want to welcome Mrs. Carmen Wilson as the newly-appointed parent representative to the SEED/EXCEL Board! Throughout the years, Ms. Wilson has been a very active and engaged parent at EXCEL and is the mother of two scholars, Cameron in 5th grade and Calvin in first grade. We look forward to collaborating with her.

What is SPC in Excel?

The SPC works closely with the School Site Council to review the school’s budget, recommend programs, sponsor events and solve problems. Excel High School Site Council , (SSC) and School Parent Council (SPC) meetings will be held on the first Tuesday of every month from 4:00- 6:00 PM at Excel High School, in room 211. All are welcome!

What is the SPC in school?

The SPC brings all parents in the school community together to support the school and advocate for quality education. Every parent or guardian of a BPS student is automatically a member of the School Parent Council.

Greetings Excel Community,

It is that time of year again when we get to connect with families and discuss student progress. Spring conferences are student led and this allows teachers and families to hear their perspectives about their strengths, areas of growth, and their plan forward as they continue through the spring.

Calendar for 2022-2023 School Year

Thank you all for your input in the calendar survey. In response to feedback from the community, the Excel Board was able to approve the calendar linked here for the upcoming school year. This allowed families to have more district-aligned breaks and maintained breaks the community appreciates that are unique to our scheduling.

TREATS and DEETS

Many of you often ask, "What can I do to appreciate a staff member?" Well, here is the answer! We have asked staff to share what they REALLY, REALLY like. The details are linked here. Feel free to spoil them all of the time!

Meeting on February

The next BOD meeting is at 6 pm, Tuesday, February 8, 2022. Here is the link to the Board Tab on the website.

No Masks Starting February 22, 2022

After the end of the day on Friday, February 18, 2022, masks are no longer required per public health order 21-006 in Jefferson County. This means when we return to school on February 22, 2022 families may choose not to wear masks.

Our New Assistant Director

Here is the link to learn more about Kresta Vuolo, our new Assistant Director. She jumped right into the work here and is already learning about students and making connections with families.

Breakfast 7:55am to 8:15am

We began offering student breakfast at Excel each morning at 7:55 in the cafeteria. We are happy that students are starting the day with a healthy breakfast! Please be sure students are dropped off by 7:55 if you want them to have breakfast. We cannot have them going to class late and want them to have that time to eat.

Online Support and Technical Assistance

If you need online support and technical assistance, please press the link below.

Virtual Arts Career Exploration Camp for..

Virtual Arts Career Exploration Camp for middle school students who are residents of the District of Columbia.

Summer Learning Plans

Get Your Summer Learning Plans today! From the main page click Students, scroll down and click Summer Learning Plans. You will find the lear...

Free Summer Program

We are looking for students in grades 1 -5 for our free summer program with the Freedom Schools!

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