Our Mission

Vision

PCS engages and supports every student in inclusive college preparatory learning that ignites curiosity, critical thinking, and innovation, while developing resilient, globally-minded, socially responsible changemakers.

Mission

PCS inspires students to discover the interests, purpose, and passion that will enable them to thrive. We cultivate a love of learning within a community of care, advancing and celebrating diversity, equity, and inclusion. Students explore and excel through academically rich and culturally relevant learning, integrated with visual and performing arts and world languages. Our exemplary college preparatory curriculum empowers all students to be creative problem-solvers, effective collaborators, and engaged leaders of today and tomorrow.

Values

Inclusion and Belonging

fostering and maintaining an inclusive and anti-racist school culture that welcomes, supports, and celebrates all members of our diverse community.

Relationships

creating and nurturing supportive relationships among students, families, teachers, staff, Board members, volunteers, and community partners.

Creativity

encouraging innovation, self-expression, and expansive thinking.

Learning

pursuing academic excellence, whole student development, and intellectual curiosity.

Integrity

reflecting the importance of honesty, ethics, openness and respect.

Responsibility

fostering a sense of mutual care and active engagement in our school, local, and global communities.

Accountability

demonstrating personal and institutional responsibility for student learning, ethical conduct, and our shared vision, including through meaningful stakeholder engagement.