Thurgood Marshall Academy Fact
Sheet
General facts about Thurgood Marshall Academy can
be found in our Fact
Sheet.
Location
We're located at the corner
of Martin Luther King, Jr. Avenue and Howard Road
in Southeast DC, directly across from the Anacostia
Metro Station on the Green Line.
Driving Directions
Thurgood Marshall Academy is located in the southeastern
quadrant of Washington D.C.
The following are directions from downtown Washington,
DC:
- From either New York Avenue or Massachusetts Avenue,
take I-395 South.
- Follow signs for I-295 South.
- When you cross the Anacostia River, you'll see
signs that say Martin Luther King, Jr. Avenue and
I-295 South to Richmond. Stay on I-295 toward Richmond.
- Take Exit 3B—Howard Road.
- Turn left onto Howard Road.
- Pass the Anacostia Metro station.
- Turn left onto Martin Luther King, Jr. Avenue—Thurgood
Marshall Academy is the first building on your left.
How much is the tuition for a
student to attend?
Thurgood Marshall Academy does not cost any money.
We are a public school.
Who can attend?
DC residents can attend Thurgood Marshall Academy.
How is law integrated into the
coursework?
As it does in life, the law touches virtually every
aspect of the learning experience at our school. Click
here for more information.
Admissions criteria and process
Thurgood Marshall Academy admits students to the
9th and 10th grades on a first-come, first-served
basis. Students must fill out an application form,
and students and parents must attend an interview
with admissions staff. Click here
for more information.
What is the enrollment process?
We enroll new students in the 9th and 10th grades
only. Click here
to learn more about our Enrollment process.
Do students wear uniforms?
Virtually all professions have either explicit or
implicit standards of dress, and Thurgood Marshall
Academy is no exception. The school uniform, which
can be purchased through the school, consists of a
burgundy or white Thurgood Marshall Academy polo shirt
and khaki pants or skirt.
We also ask students to wear professional dress for
activities such as Law Day and portfolio presentations.
How long is the school day and
school year?
Students attend classes from 8:45am to 3:30pm on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday and 8:45am to 4:00pm on Tuesdays and Thursdays. We also have frequent Saturday activities for students.
The school year begins after Labor Day and runs through
the middle of June. See our school
calendar for this year's dates.
How can I help?
You can help Thurgood Marshall Academy in several
ways, from volunteering to donating money to support
our programs. Click here
for more information.
What is a charter school?
The DC Public Charter School Board describes charter
schools as "independently-operated public schools
that are open to all District residents, regardless
of their neighborhood, socioeconomic status, academic
achievement, or ethnicity. There are no admission
tests or tuition fees. Parents and students choose
to attend a particular charter school because its
unique focus, curriculum, structure, size, environment
and other features meets the needs of those students."
Where can I read more about charter
schools and education?
