Do I need to be a professional performer or athlete to attend Professional Children's School?

No. While many students are engaged in professional or pre-professional activities, PCS welcomes students who are passionate about their pursuits and committed to balancing academics with external interests.

How does PCS support students who need to be away for professional commitments?

PCS utilizes a Learning Management System to provide lessons, assignments, and materials online, allowing students to continue their studies remotely during professional absences.

What is the Guided Study program at PCS?

Guided Study allows students with ongoing professional commitments to study remotely with support from their teachers, ensuring they stay on track academically.

Are Advanced Placement (AP) courses available at PCS?

While PCS does not offer AP courses, it provides advanced-level classes such as Advanced Physics, Advanced Biology, and Advanced Calculus, which are recognized by colleges for their rigor.

Does PCS offer financial aid?

Yes. PCS offers need-based financial assistance to families, determined through the Clarity Application, to help make education accessible.

What is the admissions process for international students?

International applicants follow a similar process to domestic students, including an interview and submission of academic records. PCS is authorized to enroll nonimmigrant alien students and provides I-20 forms for F-1 visa applications.

What are the graduation requirements at PCS?

Students must earn a minimum of 18 credits, including specific requirements in English, history, and other core subjects. Many students graduate with 22 to 24 credits, exceeding the minimum.

Does PCS provide learning support for students with different learning needs?

Yes. PCS has a Learning Specialist who works with students to develop educational plans, offering support in organization, study skills, and subject-specific areas.

Are there extracurricular activities and clubs at PCS?

Yes. PCS offers various clubs and activities, including Yearbook, Student Association, Gay Straight Alliance, and more, accommodating students' diverse interests and schedules.

What is the school's approach to diversity and inclusion?

PCS is committed to fostering a community where all members feel safe and celebrated, actively embracing diversity and confronting prejudice and bias.

PCS Senior Class Gift - Professional Children's School

The PCS Refresh: 2026 Senior Class Gift

By giving a gift to the Senior Class Gift, you are leaving behind a legacy that will inspire future generations of PCS students.

The 2026 Senior Class Gift will give PCS a lasting, visible refresh as the school enters the next chapter. More than just an aesthetic upgrade, this project is about shaping the daily experience of the PCS community and those in our neighborhood. It’s a gift that will be seen, used, and appreciated every single day. Please consider a gift today to support the PCS Class of 2026!

If we hit our goal of $10,000, we will be able to make the front alcove more welcoming by:

- Adding a bench with a plaque that states “In Honor of the PCS Class of 2026”
- Replacing the bike rack
- Brightening the sidewalk

If we surpass $15,000, we will also be able to refresh the front reception area by:

- Brightening the space with new paint
- Removing the plastic guard at the front desk
- Making spacial adjustments as necessary to create a seamless check-in experience

Honor a specific Senior by listing their name in the “comments” section of your donation!