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Welcome To Our School


CAPITAL REGION

NURSES MIDDLE COLLEGE

CHARTER HIGH SCHOOL

199 Washington Ave
Rensselaer, NY 12144

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School Hours

  • Faculty and Staff
    8:00am - 4:00pm
  • Students
    8:30am - 3:30pm

Where is the School Located?

For the 2024-25 School Year, our school will operate out of the Doane Stuart School Building at 199 Washington Ave., Rensselaer.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is the school located?

199 Washington Ave.
Rensselaer, NY 12144

For the 2023-24 the Nurses Middle College - Capital Region School will operate out of the Doane Stuart School in Rensselaer as we continue to finalize our permanent school location in Albany. 

What is a charter school?

A charter school is a tuition-free school of choice that is publicly funded. 

Can we still enroll for this year?

Parents / Guardians interested in sending their children to Nurses Middle College - Capital Region, should call the school at (518) 212-7811 or click the Apply Now button above. You may also stop by the school and speak to our office staff, who can assist you. 

Do I have to wear a uniform?

Yes,  Students at Nurses Middle College - Capital Region Charter School are expected to wear scrubs on a daily basis.  

Please visit the School Uniform / Scrubs page for full details. 

Are there any sports available?

No, Nurses Middle College - Capital Region will not be offering school wide sports.

We are, however, committed to helping students get the opportunity to join school sports teams from their district of residence or other local charter schools.

Can I get extra help on my academic studies?

Yes, all teachers will be available Monday - Friday for 30 minutes after school to support students. 

How long is the school day?

Nurses Middle College - Capital Region Charter High School has an extended day for instruction that begins promptly at 8:30 am and concludes at 3:30 pm.

The school building is open prior to the start of instruction at 8:00 am, for students that would like to have breakfast.

How do I make a FOIL Request ?

Please view our Foil Request Policy by clicking link below. 

If you have additional questions please email : 

How do I file a complaint?

If you have concerns that you would like to express please view our grievance policy 

If I'm homeless, can I still apply?

I'm currently homeless/ staying at a temporary address, can I still apply? 

If you currently have uncertain housing please contact Allison Cohen at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Enrollment Questions?

Do you have Enrollment questions or need help? Katherine Wheeler can help! Email her directly at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

School Leadership

Executive Director
With her deep charter school experience and commitment to our region’s students, she is well-positioned to lead us into our exciting next chapter. Ms. Franklin is looking forward to meeting the Nur...
Director of Teaching & Learning
Trona has worked in education since 2018 as a teacher, and most recently as an instructional coach. She loves helping students and staff alike to reach their highest potential. She respects teacher...

Faculty and Staff

Betty Suiter-Graham

Business Operations Manager

Melissa Keen

Dean of Students

Stephen Costa

Director of Technology

Anah Lopez

Recruitment, Enrollment, and Family Specialist

Allison Cohen

Guidance Counselor

Rita Uscanga

Administrative Assistant

Yadilsa Peralta

Teaching Assistant

Carlos Monegro

Behavior Interventionist

Nicole Diehl

Physical Education Teacher

Rebecca Eagle

English & Language Arts Teacher

Alex Havener

Social Studies Teacher

Michelle Joyner

Mathematics Teacher

Jacqueline Schenk

Science Teacher