Parrish Charter Academy’s mission statement reflects a commitment to providing a well-rounded education that not only focuses on academic excellence but also on personal and character development, community engagement, and the cultivation of innovation and integrity. We foster a dynamic learning environment that prepares students for success in both academic and life endeavors.
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The mission of PCA outlines a comprehensive approach to education with several key components:
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1. Academic Excellence for All Students: PCA is dedicated to providing academic excellence for all its students. This indicates a commitment to high educational standards and ensuring that each student has the opportunity to excel academically.
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2. Experience and Self-Discovery: We believe in fostering learning through experience and self-discovery. PCA places an emphasis on hands-on and experiential learning methods that encourage students to actively engage with the material.
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3. Developing Motivated, Independently Thinking Individuals: PCA aims to develop students into motivated and independently thinking individuals. This goal suggests a focus on not only imparting knowledge but also nurturing critical thinking skills and self-motivation.
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4. Exemplary Character: The school places importance on character development, with the aim of producing students who demonstrate exemplary character traits. This includes qualities such as honesty, integrity, and responsibility.
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5. Social Confidence: PCA seeks to build social confidence in its students with an emphasis on interpersonal skills and the ability to interact effectively with others.
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6. Service to the Community: Parrish Charter Academy encourages a sense of service to the community by instilling a sense of social responsibility and community engagement in students.
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7. Cultivating Innovation and Integrity: PCA embraces the vision of being a school community that actively cultivates both innovation and integrity. We encourage creativity and original thinking while maintaining a strong ethical foundation.
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8. Challenging and Engaging Learning Environment: The school strives to provide a challenging and engaging learning environment. Our curriculum and teaching methods are designed to stimulate students' intellectual growth and enthusiasm for learning.
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Student Progression Plan
Parrish Charter Academy follows the Manatee County Student Progression Plan, which can be accessed through the above link. However, some alterations may be made due to the charter school's academic programming and grade-levels served.