Programs
Among the most accomplished and fabled tribes of Africa, no tribe was considered to have warriors more fearsome or more intelligent than the mighty Masai. It is perhaps surprising, then, to learn the traditional greeting that passed between Masai warriors: “Kasserian Ingera,” one would always say to another. It means, “And how are the children?” Rev. Dr. Patrick T. O'Neil
Extended Learning - After School
Nia Imani Academy will offer before and after school Extended Learning opportunities each school day starting at 7:30 am until 9:00am and again from 4:00pm to 5:30pm. Rates for the Extended Learning can be found on the Tuition and Fees page.
RoaringStart Program
Our RoaringStart Program is designed for PreK3-4 children to provide full day Early Learning education. The Maryland State Department of Education issued a 2012-2013 report expressing the importance of children receiving early learning to ensure that they are ready for Kindergarten. Our program uses the MMSR (Maryland Model For School Readiness) as a guideline, as well as the Kindergarten Common Core Standards to make sure that our students are more than ready for the rigors of Kindergarten and beyond. Please be aware that this is not a childcare program. Students are placed in a multiage classroom to allow them to interact with older students who model appropriate behaviors and social skills. Much of the program is based on students learning through fun activities and learning by doing.
Black Belt Academy Before and After School Program
Black Belt Academy offers Before and After School programs. For After School, our students will be picked up at 4:15pm and must be picked up by 6:30 pm at the school. For more information, please contact Master Kim at (301) 392-0020.
Summer Camps
Nia Imani Academy will offer full-day camps during Intersession periods and summer break. Hours of operation will be from 6:30am to 6:00pm, Monday-Friday, except school holidays. Rates can be found on the Tuition and Fees page.
Rites of Passage Programs
Nia Imani Academy will provide two Rites of Passage programs required for all 5th grade students to provide additional character development and transition to the middle school level. Males students will participate in the Young Lions program, while Female students will participate in the Daughters of Imani. This will include an end-of-the-year celebration to recognize the transition of the students from elementary to middle level.