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				<title><![CDATA[SSMA Reaccredited by Middle States Association]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[We are honored to receive reaccreditation from the Middle States Association (MSA). This recognition reflects the dedication of our faculty, staff, students, and families to high standards and ongoing growth.

We love being part of a global network of schools committed to measurable outcomes and evidence-based improvement.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2026 21:31:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[SSMA Open House / Tour SY 2026-27]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Unlock Your Child’s Potential!
From the founders of today’s digital giants to leaders in science, arts, and entertainment, Montessori alumni continue to shape and lead our modern world.

We invite you to Join Our Open House / Tour and discover how Shining Stars Montessori Academy PCS nurtures young minds from PreK-3 through 6th grade, preparing them to become the next generation of global leaders.
Our thoughtfully designed Montessori curriculum fosters independence, creativity, critical thinking, and a lifelong love of learning.

We look forward to sharing more about our Academy and getting to know your child and family throughout the application process.

For more information, please call (202) 723-1467 or email admissions@shiningstarspcs.org]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 17 Dec 2024 10:37:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[SSMA - CAPITAL AREA FOOD BANK]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Join Shining Stars Montessori Academy's Family Market!  SSMA has partnered with the Capital Area Food Bank to offer monthly distributions of nutritious groceries to members of the SSMA community free of charge from 3 pm to 5 pm
When: 
            Wednesday  February 11, 2026
            Wednesday March 4, 2026
            Wednesday  April 1, 2026
            Wednesday  May 6, 2026
            Wednesday  June 3, 2026
Where: SSMA Campus (Play Ground)]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 04 Nov 2025 22:33:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[SSMA Reading List]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[It is our goal at Shining Stars Montessori Academy PCS is two fold: to continue to  improve our students’ literacy skills year-round AND encourage a love of reading.  The SSMA Reading List list includes a wide variety of books for all ages , for all grades , from different cultures, bilingual books, fiction, and nonfiction. All of the books are available at the DC Public Library. Enjoy!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 17 Jun 2025 11:16:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Giving Tuesday]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Give a lot, or give a little, but give now! Shining Stars nurtures the genius in children utilizing: Montessori Pedagogy, Joyful Learning, and Expert, Caring Faculty with consistent 99–100% promotion and graduation rates, 0% expulsions, multi-aged classrooms, dual-language instruction (English/Spanish), family and, community engagement, and culturally responsive instruction.
Give a lot, or give a little, but give now! 
Our goal is $10,000. Make a lasting impact with a gift of:
●	$5,000 supports refreshing our building with a new coat of paint
●	$1,000 purchases new safety treads for our stairwells
●	$500 covers R/T Transportation Bus Rental for a ﬁeld trip
●	$385 purchases 25 Merriam-Webster Dictionaries
●	$200 provides one used instrument for our music program
●	$169 purchases National Geographic Nonﬁction Readers for one classroom
●	$150 provides a week of meals for a family of four in need.
●	$100 provides two hours of high ﬁdelity tutoring
●	$50 purchases a student’s uniform]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 25 Nov 2025 13:21:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Making a Difference: A Day of Service at SSMA]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[As we gear up for our 2026 Day of Service, it’s an opportunity to reflect on the meaningful impact of volunteerism, not just in terms of the projects we’ll work on, but in the lives of those we’re serving. This year, we’re excited to work with Shining Stars Montessori Academy, a public Montessori school in Washington, D.C., that provides a culturally affirming, bilingual education to children in historically underserved communities.

Shining Stars is not just a school; it’s a community rooted in equity, empowerment, and connection. The Day of Service offers an opportunity for volunteers to be a part of that community, giving back to a place where children are supported to grow, learn, and thrive in an environment that embraces their diverse identities. Let’s take a closer look at the incredible work Shining Stars is doing and how our efforts will contribute to their mission.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 16 Jan 2026 14:29:00 -0500</pubDate>
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