Mater Academy Charter School K - 5th
7700 NW 98 ST
Hialeah Gardens, FL 33016
Tel (305)698-9900
Fax(305)698-3822
Florida Official A School
A Miami Dade County Public School
Florida Consortium Charter Schools
About our school...
Mater Academy Charter School opened in Miami-Dade County, Florida in August 1998. Due to it exemplary performance, the charter school contractual agreement with Miami-Dade County Public Schools was recently renewed for an additional fifteen years. The school has been recognized as an “A” school for the past four years under the Florida School Recognition Program.
Our mission is to provide a loving, caring, and supportive educational environment that furthers a philosophy of respect and high expectations for all students, parents, teachers, and staff.
In establishing an innovative program, the Mater Academy Charter School has identified three basic concepts:
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a multi-age learning environment that allows children to learn and progress at their individual pace -
small classroom sizes
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a parental involvement program which ensures an active role in their child's education
The key to the success of this program is our belief that "each child learns differently." Therefore, the school constantly strives to take the best from a variety of approaches and match them to the learning style of each child.
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What is a charter school?
Charter schools are public schools that operate under a performance contract, or a “charter”, which frees them from most rules and regulations created for traditional public schools. As part of the contract, charter schools are held strictly accountable for academic and financial results.
What is the purpose of a Charter School?
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Improve student learning. -
Increase learning opportunities for all students.
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Encourage the use of different and innovative learning methods.
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Increase choice of learning opportunity to own the learning program at the school site.
How do I register my child?
An application is available at our school’s office during school hours.
Is there a tuition fee?
No. An A school at no cost.
Are the teachers certified?
Yes. As a Miami Dade County Public School sponsored charter school, our teachers adhere to the same certification guidelines as public school teachers.
Is there a Before Care and After Care Program?
Yes. Centro Mater West Child Care Center.
What are the classroom sizes?
Classrooms are small and consist of a maximum of 25 students per classroom.
Do students need to wear uniform?
Yes, uniforms are mandatory.
How many hours of volunteer service are required during school year?
30 hours of parent volunteer service are required and parents must complete the School Volunteer Program Registration Form. It is available at the school’s office.
Where can I get more information on the school’s policy?
Please click on our School Policy Page and the Code of Excellence Page.
