You're not like everyone else. Neither are we.No matter what's gotten in your way, at Passport Academy Charter School (PACS), we'll work with you to create an individualized plan for both high school and postgraduation success—to college, to a vocational program, or straight to a career that fits who you are. Our students gain:	Tuition-free schooling that's part of Pittsburgh Public School system	A flexible schedule that works with your job, your family, and your life	An individualized learning approach to meet your personal needs	Support from passionate, professional Pennsylvania-certified teachers	The opportunity to graduate with a high school diploma that meets all state requirements

Passport Academy Charter School | 2024 Charter Renewal

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PACS Partners with Carnegie Mellon University on Robotics Program

Powered by PACS: Students Get Hands-on With Robotics

Beth Thompson

Passport Academy Charter School (PACS) has teamed up with Carnegie Mellon University’s Robotics Academy to bring Smart Manufacturing and Advanced Robotics training directly to our students in an exciting new partnership. Through this hands-on program, students will learn the fundamentals of building basic circuits and progressively advance to constructing small robots and eventually programming them. The curriculum is designed to prepare students with the foundational knowledge, skills and attitudes needed to succeed as Robotics Technicians, while also assessing their future aptitude and interest in the field. In a city like Pittsburgh—or as some might call it, “RoboBurgh”—where many startups are dedicated to robotics and technology, this program is uniquely beneficial.

IAW Builds Program Around Success of Prior PACS Workshops

PACS Students Ignite Opportunities with Weld Scholars Program

Passport Academy continues to lead the way in preparing students for bright futures by participating in the Weld Scholars Program from Industrial Arts Workshop (IAW), a non-profit organization with a goal of teaching Pittsburgh-area youth welding through the lens of creative arts.

Passport Academy Celebrates Charter Renewal Following #BackPACS Movement

Thank You for Making Your Voices Heard

We are thrilled to announce that Passport Academy has secured a five-year renewal of its charter following a vote by the Pittsburgh Public Schools (PPS) Board of Public Education on Wednesday, September 25.

Next Steps in Our Fight for Charter Renewal

#BackPACS & Make Your Voices Heard

On Wednesday, June 26, the Pittsburgh Public Schools Board of Public Education voted to proceed with the nonrenewal process for our school’s charter. This means an official nonrenewal hearing will be scheduled, where the district will have to make their case and we’ll have the opportunity to present our own testimony. Often, more than one hearing is necessary for this process to play out. This can be time-consuming, and no discussions have happened yet regarding when the first hearing will take place.

Charter Renewal Update From Principal Oliphant

Come #BackPACS at the June 26 PPS Board Meeting

Thank you to the many supporters who showed up to Monday’s Pittsburgh Public Schools Board of Public Education hearing to share their love for Passport Academy Charter School. We were moved to see so many familiar faces in person and online standing up for our school. As a united PACS community, I am confident we will secure the renewal of our charter and continue to do whatever we can to get our students to walk across the stage.

Owner of Hazelwood Cafe Attributes Passport Academy for Accelerating Entrepreneurship

Alumni Spotlight: Dasawn Gray

Passport Academy Charter School creates individualized education plans for students to serve unique skillsets and needs.

Passport Academy Charter School: Charter Renewal  

Show Your Support! #BackPACS

The Passport Academy Charter School (PACS) charter is set to expire June 30, 2024 (please see accompanying background article).

Attend the upcoming Pittsburgh Public Schools’ (PPS) Board of Education public hearing  to help educate the board on the importance of retaining PACS' charter. We ask alumni, students, parents/guardians, partners and friends to provide public commentary to help influence the Board's decision on charter renewal. 

Call for Speakers: Public Comment Needed at 6/24 PPS Board Meeting

Public input is welcome at the public board meeting on 6/24 at 6 p.m. via Zoom or in-person at Passport Academy Charter School, 933 Penn Avenue Pittsburgh, PA 15222, Floor 2.

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Youth Opportunties Coordinator for Dept. of Human Services attributes success based on Passport Academy learning experience and deep connections 

Alumni Spotlight: Evelyn Rhone

Evelyn Rhone, Youth Opportunities Coordinator for the Department of Human Services, had a positive experience at Passport Academy that helped her escape difficulties at home and truly immerse in a positive learning environment ultimately setting her up for success in her career.