IDEA PCS
IDEA PCS
202-399-4750
gsewell@ideapcs.org
IDEA Public Charter School prepares students with the academic, social, leadership, and occupational skills for postsecondary opportunities and responsible citizenship. Our program prepares students for college and careers through rigorous coursework and robust extra-curricular opportunities. Students explore career pathways as freshmen and select from one of the five career academies to pursue between Grades 10-12: child development, computer science, construction, business management, and cosmetology. Students earn industry-recognized credentials and work-based learning opportunities, including internships and apprenticeships.
Advanced Placement
Career and Technical Education
Dual College Enrollment
Interscholastic Sports
National Honors Society, Student Government Association, Future Business Leaders of America, & Debate League
• The only DC public school with wall-to-wall career academies
• 100% college acceptance rate for all graduates
• Daily shuttle bus transportation
Learn more about this school's DC CAPE and accountability scores by visiting the DC School Report Card website. Learn more about this school’s Charter and Financial disclosure statements from the Public Charter School Board at PCSB School Profile Page. Learn more about this school’s Historic Waitlist offers, seats, and applications in prior lottery cycles.
- 94% Black/African-American
- <1% Asian
- 5% Hispanic / Latino
- <1% Native American / Alaska Native
- <1% Native Hawaiian / Other Pacific Islander
- <1% White non-Hispanic
- <1% Multiracial

