DC Public Charter Schools

Septima Clark Public Charter School

The Septima Clark Public Charter School is the first public charter school for boys in Washington, DC. Our philosophy is simple: Education is freedom. Every student deserves an exceptional education that prepares him for academic mastery and achievement. An unrelenting focus on excellence--personal and intellectual--ensures our students will have the crucial tools to build the future of their dreams. Our college preparatory mission ensures that your son is prepared to compete, achieve, and contribute in the world.

MISSION: At the Septima Clark Public Charter School, preschool to 8th grade boys master advanced academic skills and knowledge to compete, achieve, and contribute in academic institutions of distinction. Septima Clark Public Charter School was chartered by the D.C. Public Charter School Board in 2005.
  1. Contact: Jenny DuFresne, Founder & Head of School
  2. Email: jdufresne@scpcs.org
  3. Website: http://www.scpcs.org
  4. Telephone Number: (202) 563-6556
  5. Fax Number: (202) 563-6605
  6. Location: 425 Chesapeake Street, SE Washington, DC 20032
  7. Grades Served: Preschool to 2nd grade (2008-09 school year)
  8. 2008 - 2009 Enrollment: 106
  9. School Year: August 27, 2007 - June 26, 2008
  10. School Hours: 8:00am - 4:30pm with after school enrichment and education programming from 4:30 - 6:00pm.