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A 21st Century Educational Experience
reparing students for the challenges of the modern world
is a specialized endeavor and Young Scholars of Western PA
Charter School is a specialized school to meet those challenges
head-on.
Founded in 2011, YSWPCS’s mission is to teach multiple
critical world languages with an emphasis on STEM and digital media
programs in its comprehensive curriculum for grades K-8 by providing a
learning environment enhanced by individualized education approaches
and technology while promoting international education on a broader
scale to prepare students for globalized society.
Mr. Targut, the school’s principal, said YSWPCS presents students with
opportunities they can’t find anywhere else.
“We offer a STEM-based digital media program for learners of all
abilities, two world languages starting in kindergarten, personalized
education for students through our advanced use of technology,” he said.
“All of this is provided in one of the most multicultural and safe settings
around. We also have free extended-school-day programs, tutoring
clubs, a full-day kindergarten program, and foster strong school/home
partnerships with our parents.”
Rachel Majcher, PTO President, said families are included in almost
every aspect of the school with opportunities to fit every schedule.
“We have multiple events during the school year set up by staff that
include families, from our beginning-of-the-year
picnic, where they meet all the staff and find out
what’s new for the school year, to our book fairs
throughout the year, and family night,” she said.
“Parents can be as involved as they like in the
classroom as well, from chaperoning a field trip
to planning or assisting with an activity in any
classroom. They can even form an after-school club
if they like. We encourage this openness so we’re not setting up walls
between the classrooms. We’re all one big family.”
Karrie Bender, Secretary of the Board and parent of two children in
the school, said YSWPCS’s diverse and global focus was the reason she
decided to send her kids there.
“My sons know more about the countries of the world and their
cultures than I do,” she said. “The school fosters a global perspective and
develops citizens of the world as well as gives them the technological and
academic tools they’ll need to thrive in that world.”
With small class sizes limited to 20 students and 320 students in all,
YSWPCS has not only met and exceeded benchmarks in all state testing,
it actively raises the bar year after year by adding new and exciting
academic programs to better prepare today’s students for tomorrow’s
world.
For more information on YSWPCS, go to the website at yswpcs.org, where you
can find details on all of the programs, admissions, parent logins and more. You
can also call directly at 412.668.2064 with any questions you may have.
Young Scholars of Western PA Charter School is currently enrolling for the
fall school year and open houses are ongoing for parents who wish to tour the
facilities. Enrollment lottery begins in early April and parents are encouraged to
apply online as soon as possible for the upcoming school year.
NOW ENROLLING IN GRADES K-8
Features:
• Engaging STEM (Science,
Technology, Engineering and
Math) and digital media programs
for learners of all abilities.
• Teaching two world languages
starting in Kindergarten in a
multicultural and safe educational
setting.
• Free Full day Kindergarten
program.
• Personalized attention to student’s
needs by utilizing technology-
assisted curriculum and research
based instructional resources.
• Free Extended School Day
Programs (tutoring, clubs and
enrichment) and more!
• Empowered parents and strong
school-home partnerships to
increase parental involvement.
WWW.YSWPCS.ORG
412.668.2064
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