To turn passion into achievement.

Description:
PSCS was founded on the belief that people are compelled to learn intrinsically and will eagerly learn what they are interested in learning when provided a positive environment and support in their self-selected pursuits. We serve children in the Seattle area in 6th through 12th grades.

History:
The idea behind PSCS was first raised by founder and director Andrew Smallman. He recognized a void in student-directed middle & high schools in the Seattle area and sought to create one. In December, 1993, he and his wife, Melinda Shaw (PSCS Administrative Director), gathered a group of interested parents in their living room and outlined what became the skeleton structure of PSCS. In September, 1994 the school began with 11 students. Since then PSCS has been recognized internationally as an innovative educational model, having been featured in Newsweek magazine, on TV in England, and in an educational journal in Australia.

Contact person: Andrew Smallman, Director, (phone), (email)

Address:

675 S Lane St Seattle, WA 98104 This location is handicap accessible (See a map)

Web Site: http://www.pscs.org

Directions:

PSCS is located in the historic International District of Seattle, less than 2 blocks from the Uwajimaya grocery store.

Miscellaneous Information

Liability
	No
Does your organization welcome court-ordered community service volunteers?
	No
Does your organization have volunteer positions for youth 12-18?
	No