Events

Art in Motion

• Outdoor, teacher-led art classes held in parks across San Diego.
• Materials provided; projects cover different genres and real-world art applications.
• Ongoing sessions that encourage creativity, collaboration, and expressive skills.

STEAM & Dream Park Days

• Hands-on science, technology, engineering, arts, and math activities hosted at local parks.
• Interactive stations, experiments, and maker projects that connect theory to real-world play.

Dream Big Expo

• High school-focused event connecting students with school-approved community partners, colleges, and career resources.
• Resume workshops, Q&A sessions, and presentations on PCA high school courses and credit options.

School Spirit Weeks

• Themed dress days and activities that foster community, pride, and student engagement offered in our Weekly Family Newsletter. 

• Annual Ice Skating & Winter Crafts

Spelling Bee

• Annual school-wide competition focused on vocabulary, public speaking, and critical thinking.
• Tiered rounds with teacher coaching and recognition for growth and effort.

PCA Travels

• Multi-day educational trips such as 5th-grade state capitol visits, Pali Institute, 6th-grade camp, Catalina Island, and Sacramento tours.
• Trip curricula include pre- and post-trip lessons, reflective journaling, and standards-linked learning goals.

Geography Bee

• Competition that strengthens map skills, geographic reasoning, and world knowledge through progressive rounds and practice sessions.

Service Projects & Volunteer Opportunities

• Partnerships with organizations such as Feeding San Diego and I Love A Clean San Diego, plus visits to retirement homes and other local service options.
• Service-learning focuses on civic responsibility, empathy, and measurable community impact.

Winterfair & Student Market

• Seasonal fair where students showcase and sell projects, crafts, and small businesses.
• Great for practicing entrepreneurship, budgeting, and presentation skills.

Gather & Grow

• An adult‑focused expo offering expert speakers, workshops, and resources for homeschooling families.
• Past speakers include leaders in the homeschooling community (e.g., Julie Bogart) and sessions on curriculum selection, family routine, social‑emotional support, and college/career planning.

Science Fair

• Student research projects presented to peers, teachers, and community judges.
• Emphasizes scientific method, data collection, and presentation skills.

Winter Formal, Prom, Grad Nite, and High School Awards

• Celebration events for secondary students including formal dances, senior night activities, graduation celebrations, and academic/extracurricular award ceremonies.

Field Days

• Active, inclusive outdoor days with cooperative games, team challenges, and fitness activities.
• Designed to promote teamwork, sportsmanship, and physical wellness.

Multicultural Faire

• Celebration of cultures represented in our community through food, performances, and student-led exhibits.
• Encourages cultural awareness, respect, and global citizenship.

BizTown

• Simulated economy program where students run mini-businesses, learn civic roles, and practice real-world financial literacy.

Library Events

• Our Library hosts many gatherings such as game nights, movie nights, and reading clubs to build literacy and community.