Contact Montessori No. 53
(585) 325-0935 | 53info@rcsdk12.org | 353 Congress Avenue, Rochester, NY 14619
Start Time 7:30 a.m.
Dismissal Time 2:00 p.m.
Serving Grades PreK-6
About Montessori Academy No. 53
We at Montessori “Believe in the Child” and work collaboratively with parents and all stakeholders to provide the best education for all of our children. Our mission is to provide students with a safe, secure and nurturing learning environment that promotes the well-being of the whole child.
Montessori Academy is a unique school committed to maintaining the integrity of its philosophy, sustaining a rigorous, relevant academic program that cultivates lifelong learners and prepares students for college and career readiness in class sizes that allow students access to Montessori materials and manipulatives.
Montessori Academy applies the methodology and application of Montessori; while implementing Next Generation Learning Standards. Our goal is to prepare students to be college and career bound, as well as productive citizens in the community in which they live.
Contact Us
Principal
Djinga St. Louis
Assistant Principal
Elisa Ruise
Parent Contact
Sherphine Dailey
Board Liaison
Amy Maloy
School Chief
Marlene Blocker
DASA Coordinator
Elise Ruise
Program Features
Uniforms Required Yes
English Language Learners (ENL) Yes
Early Literacy Program Yes
Chorus Yes
Band/Orchestra Yes
Instrumental Music Lessons Yes
After-School program Yes
Summer Programs Yes, District-wide
Business/College/Faith Partnerships Living Water Fellowship and Provision Full, The Community Place, Unity Health Center (onsite), SUNY Geneseo, St. John Fisher College, Brockport College, Center for Youth, Urban League of Rochester, Boys and Girls Club of Rochester
Unique Features
- Accelerated/individualized lessons within our multi-age classrooms are guided by an experienced Montessori-trained and/or NYS certified teacher. Lessons are inclusive of Montessori practices and adhere to the New York State Standards.
- Continuity for students and staff through classroom instruction of two grade levels per class, allowing students to 'roll up' with their teachers.
- PreK students have similar amenities to students in grades K-6, including music, art, library and physical education.
- PreK students receive transportation regardless of distance from home
- Montessori classes are engaged in Social Emotional Learning (Grace and Courtesy) meetings daily. These meetings are designed to teach students how to effectively manage their emotions, behaviors and relationships with their peers.