DC Public Charter Schools

Academy for Learning Through the Arts Public Charter School

ALTA offers a rich, challenging curriculum that integrates learning in academic subjects with the arts, that is both standards- and research- based, and that accommodates students' diverse learning styles. The ALTA school culture emphasizes student responsibility, parental involvement, and strong ties to the community. ALTA was chartered in 2005 by the D.C. Public Charter School Board.
  1. Contact: Patricia Mitchell, Executive Director
    Patrick Shaw, Head Teacher
  2. Email: altapcs@verizon.net
  3. Website: http://www.alta-pcs.com
  4. Telephone Number: (202) 232-4014
  5. Fax Number: (202) 537-3582
  6. Location: Augustana Lutheran Church - 2100 New Hampshire Avenue, NW Washington, DC 20009
  7. Grades Served: Pre-Kindergarten - 6th
  8. 2007 - 2008 Enrollment: 126
  9. School Year: August 6, 2007 - June 13, 2008
  10. School Hours: 8:30 am-4:30 pm (options for early drop-off and late pick-up)