Mrs. Young knew her children were gifted, both artistically and academically. So when traditional education fell short of meeting their individual needs, she sought out the best opportunities for her children. Mrs. Young dreamed of a [...]

When her youngest child, Joanna, was twelve years old, Helen Balmer felt called to a decision that would change her life. “We were looking at the parenting homestretch,” she explains. “I always wanted more children. I had already [...]

Mrs. Kier’s two daughters, Amanda and Grace, were both enrolled in a gifted program in their home district, but the mere two hours devoted each week to to their customized education was not enough to truly engage and nurture [...]

Ninth grade PALCS student Wilder Troxell was a dancer from the moment he was born. His mother, Lisa Lovelace, who is also a dancer, has always encouraged her two children to appreciate the arts. “Wilder has a passion for dance. I [...]

Since she was a child, Sala Holley has dreamed of making a difference. “I always wanted to open my own school. It has been my goal since I was 12 years old.” Her passion to change lives, coupled with a love for children, spurred [...]