We provide POWERFUL possibilities

Whether you already know your career goals or are exploring new paths, IDEA PCS offers strong and smart options for pursuing exciting, real-world opportunities. Our triangular approach to success includes:

  • Rigorous ACADEMICS designed to prepare students for college
  • Innovative, hands-on technology and vocational training for practical knowledge or pursuit of a career in TECHNOLOGY or TRADES
  • Leadership, discipline, and structure of JROTC for character development and enrichment or to prepare for a career in MILITARY service

Whatever your path, you’ll be learning in a modern, up-to-date environment using the right tools and materials in our state-of-the-art facilities. IDEA’s campus includes:

  • 300 modern computer workstations
  • New textbooks
  • Introductory and advanced AutoCAD
  • 3-D printer
  • New health and wellness center
  • New science labs
  • Interactive Smartboards
  • New gym and athletic facilities
  • Technology-rich classrooms

Blog: Stories from Behind the Shield

Tuesday, May 14, 2013 | From IDEA PCS

Shawn Carter (Jay-Z) Foundation Seeks Applicants for College Scholarship Awards

DEADLINE IS MAY 31 – click the link TODAY to see what is needed. Scholarship aid from the Shawn Carter (Jay-Z) Foundation. If you have a 2.0 GPA or better, and want to give back to the community, they want to hear from you. The Foundation is especially interested in hearing from students that other READ MORE »

Tuesday, May 14, 2013 | From IDEA PCS

Three IDEA Students Win ACE College Scholarships

Carl Potter III, Brittany Shaw, and Denzel White were awarded $1,500 Scholarships each at the 13th Annual ACE (Architecture, Construction, Engineering) Awards Breakfast. These students qualified as a result of participating in the ACE Mentor Program which is sponsored by Mr. Mitchell (pictured below). The ACE Program introduces students to and provides hands-on experience with READ MORE »

Tuesday, May 14, 2013 | From IDEA PCS

Students Sought to Chaperone Senior (Citizen) Prom

Students, here’s a great community service opportunity: East River Swing Senior Citizen’s Prom Thursday, May 23 from 4-8 PM. St. Luke’s Center East Capitol and 49th Streets, SE Contact Mr. Redd if you are interested in volunteering to help.

Thursday, April 11, 2013 | From IDEA PCS

FREE Parenting Workshop April 15 at WEDJ PCS

IDEA PCS and WEDJ PCS for the Performing Arts invite IDEA parents and guardians to an important parenting workshop led by clinical psychologist and author Dr. Michael Thompson. Eight Things You Cannot Do for Your Children Monday, April 15 at 6pm at WEDJ 705 Edgewood St. NE, Washington, DC Free for families Dr. Michael Thompson READ MORE »

Monday, April 8, 2013 | From IDEA PCS

Junior Forward Lopez and Sophomore Guard Brooks Get a Jump Start on Next Year’s Basketball Season

Even though the season is over, junior forward Tavaughn Lopez and sophomore guard Aaron Brooks have started working on getting better for next season. This past weekend Tavaughn and Aaron competed in Hoopgroup Basketball Camp, one of the best basketball camps in the nation. Throughout the day Tavaughn and Aaron went through drills with college READ MORE »

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