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Potomac Lighthouse Public Charter School

At Lighthouse Academies, we prepare our scholars through rigorous programs that provide them with a foundation that will allow them to succeed in and graduate from college. Our unique arts-infused curriculum, emphasis on social development and integration of diverse cultural opportunities augments learning and broadens horizons.

About

Quick Facts

Number of Scholars: 402
Grades: Pre-School - 7
Date Opened:
Principal: Ramon Richardson

Features

  • One of DC's Top Performing Schools based on DC-CAS results
  • Rigorous arts-infused college prep program
  • Saturday SHINE Academy

Annual Events

  • Family Literacy Night
  • Math Night
  • Scholastic Book Fair
  • Spelling Bee
  • Art Exhibit

Extracurricular Activities

  • Cheerleading
  • Partnership with Turkey Thicket Recreation Center for after-school sports programs

Partnerships

  • Teach For America
  • American University Freshman Volunteers
  • District of Columbia Arts Collaborative

Announcements

LAST (HALF) DAY OF SCHOOL - Wednesday, June 19, 2013 

It's almost that time to say farewell for the summer!  Please note that our last day will indeed be a HALF DAY of school, which means we will dismiss at 12:00 P.M. on that day.  If you have any questions or concerns regarding dismissal that day, please do not hesitate to contact us.

School Lunch Program

Potomac Lighthouse PCS proudly participates in the National School Lunch Program!  As a participant in this program, PLPCS follows USDA-compliant Non-Discrimination policies.  Click here to view that policy.  

Notice of Non-Discrimination

Potomac Lighthouse Public Charter School does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, or disability in admission or access to, or treatment or employment in, its programs and activities.  To read more about this policy, please click here.

Calendar

June 2013

  • June 18 - Parent-Teacher Conf. (12:00 P.M. Dismissal)
  • June 19 - Last Day of School (12:00 P.M. Dismissal)
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School Leaders

Principal

Ramon Richardson

Mr. Richardson graduated from the University of California, at Los Angeles, in 2000 with a Bachelor of Arts in History. Upon graduating from UCLA, he committed five years to teaching elementary students in the Compton Unified School District, at Ralph J. Bunche Elementary School, as a member of Teach For America. After teaching for five years in Compton, Mr. Richardson attended Howard University School of Law where he earned his Juris Doctorate. After graduating with his J.D., he practiced law as commercial litigator at Drinker Biddle & Reath. While working at Drinker, he also sat on Potomac Lighthouse’s Board of Directors, as a member of the board and as the Education subcommittee chairperson. Ultimately, Mr. Richardson left the legal field when he realized that as a commercial litigator he did not have an impact in the efforts to close the achievement gap for urban kids and our scholars at Potomac Lighthouse.
Director of Instruction, Lower Academy

Jacey Natanzon

While studying in Boston attending Northeastern University, Mrs. Natanzon worked in many facets of education. She then went on to get her Master’s in Education and Creative Arts in Learning from Lesley University. After her seven years working in education and studying in Boston, she then relocated to Washington, D.C. and became a founding 2nd/3rd grade looping teacher at Potomac Lighthouse Public Charter School. Her students won highest in the network in Literacy before Mrs. Natanzon was asked to be the Teacher Leader Fellow, and then the Director of Instruction. While Director of Instruction, two of her teachers won highest in the network and the school received the Founder’s Trophy. This will be her 7th year at PLPCS working with some of the most amazing scholars!
Director of Teacher Leadership (Kindergarten - 3rd Grade)

Maggie Wilson

Ms. Wilson graduated from Davidson College in 2008 with her Bachelor of Arts in History and Religion. Upon graduation, Ms. Wilson joined the Teach for America--Metro DC cohort and made the move to Northwest DC. In August of 2008, Ms. Wilson began her career at Potomac Lighthouse teaching Kindergarten. She has been teaching Kindergarten and 1st Grade at PLPCS ever since! In 2010, she graduated magna cum laude from George Mason University, where she received her Masters in Education. In 2011, Ms. Wilson also took on the role of Lower Academy Teacher Leader Fellow, which introduced her to the other side of life in a school, the administration. Through that role, she gained considerable experience and insight into the thrills and challenges of running a school. She looks forward to increasing her impact at PLPCS as the Director of Teacher Leadership for the Kindergarten through 3rd Grade team, and for the school at large! The 2013-2014 school year will mark her 6th year with the wonderful scholars and families of PLPCS, and she cannot wait to get started!
Director of Teacher Leadership (4th Grade - 8th Grade)

Tracey Naylor

Ms. Naylor graduated from American University in Washington, D.C. with her B.A. Degree in International Economic Policy and Chinese. Prior to joining Teach for America, Ms. Naylor worked with Lehman, Lee, and Xu in Beijing, China and Peking University Women's Legal Aide Centre. Upon Ms. Naylor's return to the United States, she began her teaching career with Teach for America in Phoenix, Arizona where she served in various roles as a 6th grade teacher. Ms. Naylor received various awards including the Sue Lehman Excellence in Teaching Award, the Edeslky Literacy and Social Justice Award, as well as numerous local distinctions. Shortly thereafter, Ms. Naylor moved to New Orleans, as a 7th grade science teacher and instructional coach, where she helped to build one of the state's top science programs. In 2010, Ms. Naylor began her graduate program at Columbia University in New York where she received her Master's Degree in Educational Leadership. She proceeded to work with Achievement First in Brooklyn, NY as a Principal in Residence. Ms. Naylor recently joined the PLPCS team as the 4th-8th grade Director of Teacher Leadership.
Director of School Culture

Steaven Hamlin

Mr. Hamlin graduated from Virginia State University, in 2002 with a Bachelor of Science in Biology Education. Upon graduating from VSU, he committed 3 years to teaching Middle School science at Old Court Middle School in the Baltimore County Public School System, at Old Court Middle School. Additionally, he served 4 years as a Special Education Lead teacher in the District of Columbia, at High Road Academy of Washington, D.C. Furthermore, Mr. Hamlin has spent years working with Baltimore County Detention Center and Prince George County as a GED Instructor in their Adult Education Programs. While teaching in the District of Columbia, Mr. Hamlin attended Johns Hopkins University where he studied School Counseling and Education Administration & Supervision at Trinity University. In 2010, Mr. Hamlin joined Potomac Lighthouse as the Special Education Coordinator. Currently, he serves as the Director of Student Support where he combines his expertise on leadership, supervision, and professional development with his knowledge of Special Education best practices.
Director of Support Services

Phil Y. Bailey, Esq.

Before his arrival at PLPCS, Mr. Bailey served three years as an attorney within the Bureau of Competition at the Federal Trade Commission in Washington, DC. His educational background includes a 2008 Juris Doctor degree from Howard University School of Law and a 2005 Bachelors of Science degree in Marketing from Delaware State University. Outside of PLPCS, Mr. Bailey continually works to effectuate change among the youth in his community through his coaching position with the Silver Spring Saints youth football organization.

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Become a Lighthouse Academy Student

Discover, achieve and prepare for success in college and beyond. We will prepare your student academically, socially and culturally to succeed in and graduate from college.  We will develop your student’s critical decision-making skills to prepare him/her for success in life.  Lighthouse Academies offers small schools, small class sizes, longer school year, and longer school day so we can provide students with a high quality education. Don’t wait – apply now to transform your child’s future!

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Are you fearless, driven and forward-thinking? We need people who want to teach, lead and transform the lives of our students. We need people who share our passion for creativity and innovation. We are committed to developing the capacity of our staff with 20 professional days each year, individual coaching and collaboration. Join us in transforming children’s futures.

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Potomac Lighthouse Public Charter School

4401 8th Street NE Washington DC 20017 USA

38.9425926 -76.9945831
Tel: 202-526-6003
Fax: 202-526-6005

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