Mathematics, Civics and Sciences Charter School explained

Mathematics, Civics and Sciences Charter School
Streetaddress:447 N Broad Street
City:Philadelphia
State:Pennsylvania
Zipcode:19123
Country:USA
Coordinates:39.9611°N -75.1616°W
Head Label:CAO
Head:Veronica Joyner
Principal:Andre Glenn, Lonnie Diggs
Staff:63[1]
Teaching Staff:66
Ceeb:393327
Schooltype:Charter
Grades:1–12
Mascot:Elephant
School Colours:Blue and white
Established:1999
Enrollment:1020 (as of 2016)[2]

The Mathematics, Civics and Sciences Charter School (MCSCS) is a charter school serving students in grades 1–12 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States. Founded in 1999, the school is located in the Center City neighborhood and had a 100% graduation rate in 2015–2016.[3]

History

The Mathematics, Civics and Sciences Charter School (MCSCS) was established in 1999 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Initially, the school opened its doors to over 720 students, serving grades 1 through 12. MCSCS began with a focus on providing a rigorous academic curriculum with an emphasis on mathematics, civics, and sciences. Over the course of four years, the school gradually expanded, adding one grade level each year until it fully encompassed all grades from 1st through 12th. Since its inception, MCSCS has been committed to fostering educational excellence and civic responsibility among its students..[1]

Governance

The school is led by a Chief Administrative Officer and a principal. A six-member Board of Trustees meets with the CAO and principal regularly.

Campus

The school is located in Center City, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

Extracurricular activities

Extracurricular activities offered at the school include cheerleading, exercise, sewing, public speaking, Mock Trial, and debating and choir.

Athletics

MCSCS has no gym or other athletic facility, so most practice and games take place at a local YMCA near Girard, not owned by the school. The school basketball team is known as the Elephants, named after the school mascot, an African Elephant. The school currently has no other athletic programs.

Curriculum

The school uses a back-to-basics curriculum. Students in grades 5 through 12 are required to select a school-to-college course of study; current selections are Law, Medical, Education, Computer Science, and Accounting.

As of 2015, the school offers AP courses.

Achievements

The Mathematics, Civics and Sciences Charter School was named one of the top 10 schools in Philadelphia, including public and charter schools. Also, every Thursday, the school participates in its self-created Homeless Project, in which the CAO and several students go out and feed and clothe homeless citizens of Philadelphia.[4]

Notable alumni

External links

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Charter Annual Report: Math Civics and Sciences CS . 2007-10-09 . Pennsylvania Department of Education .
  2. Web site: School detail for Math Civics And Sciences CS . National Center for Educational Statistics .
  3. Web site: Math Civics & Sciences CS School Report Card 2006–07 . Pennsylvania Department of Education .
  4. News: Susan . Snyder . A lesson in fighting City Hall: students feed homeless despite officials' warnings . The Philadelphia Inquirer . 2007-07-06 .