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We’re ALL building something extraordinary, and we’re doing it together.

"I just have to say, this is awesome. my child's report cards in the past were not at all from a strengths-based lens. We are grateful for PSCS to really see my child and who he is. Thanks for giving him such great opportunities to grow and learn and make connections. I read the positive statements about him and it makes my heart full. I know this is such a challenging time and the thoughtfulness, flexibility and grace by all at PSCS throughout this is so appreciated."

— PSCS Parent

“The tragedy of school shootings underscores my gratitude for PSCS: First, as a community that uniquely embodies respect for all; second, as a model to the world of engaged and caring people, of all ages; and third, as my daughter's school. Not only do I trust for her physical and emotional safety, I also trust the depth and quality of the learning—on high school shootings, movies, teenage drinking, college, politics, (everything!)—that I know she will be surrounded with at PSCS.”

—PSCS Parent

"Thank you for giving me the courage and tools to develop my passions."

—PSCS Alum

"I am very grateful for all the staff, friends, and families that are a part of PSCS.

I know so many wonderful human beings because of my relationship with the school.

My life and my self would not be the same without you.”

—PSCS Volunteer

“...I’ve gone to a school where my voice has been valued, where I’ve been given the opportunity to make my own choices, and where compassion has been paramount. A place with teachers who have actually cared about me and how I’ve been doing. A place where I’ve learned how to read. And when I say learned how to read I don’t mean learned to read, I mean learned how to read...”

—PSCS Senior Credo

"I am writing to express my thanks for your vision and labor in creating PSCS, and for the positive impact PSCS has had on my daughter. I am so pleased to report that she feels very safe at PSCS and is genuinely excited to go to school—she is also invested in being responsible and meeting the expectations of the team there...I know you all work hard to make this vision possible for the entire school. In addition, you all helped make it possible for my daughter, specifically, to be able to attend."
—PSCS Parent

Featured Profile

Josie Warner

Go and make interesting mistakes, make amazing mistakes, make glorious and fantastic mistakes. Break rules. Leave the world more interesting for your being here. – Neil Gaiman

If Josie Warner could have a meal with anyone, alive or dead, it would be Liz Phair. “She was a music icon when I was growing up, and she has always inspired me to be brave, honest, and authentic.”

Josie was born in Kansas,“the child of two people who were a little too young to be part of the hippie generation.” She grew up in an old farmhouse with no plumbing or central heat, which was where she discovered her love of reading. As an act of teenage adventure, at eighteen she took a road trip to Alaska with friends to take a summer job in a salmon cannery. She moved to Seattle later that year, and has lived here ever since.

Josie’s been fortunate enough to travel to Thailand, Ireland, Mexico, and Canada, for personal and professional development. She reads two or three books a month (either print or audio), enjoys yoga, watching historical dramas, science fiction (and a little reality TV now and then). An excellent cook and baker, Josie’s taken classes on decorating cakes, making jam and cheese, and glassblowing. Her four-year old cat, occasionally likes to snuggle, but spends most of his time watching birds and bunnies in the yard.

Josie’s been a nanny, a kindergarten teacher at Seattle Hebrew Academy, and a First grade teacher at Kapka Cooperative School. For the past eleven years she’s taught literacy for first and second grade students at University Cooperative School, where the focus is community and creativity. After finishing fifth grade at U Co-op, Josie’s son, Oscar, started at PSCS in 6th grade and will graduate in June, 2022.

“I believe childhood is a journey, not a race, and that we should treat others with kindness. The six years we have spent at PSCS have been a gift and an inspiration. I joined the PSCS board because I would like to give something back to the school that has given my family so much.”

B.A., Developmental Education, Pacific Oaks College