Imagination in Education

Consistent application from an early age provides remarkable results… Company History Former owner operator of after-school facilities for 10 years. Foresaw the explosive growth of the after-school market, created Labs for license and sold or licensed its physical facilities. Invested in curriculum development and online technology resulting in today's streamlined operations.

Consistent application from an early age provides remarkable results… Anthony A. Maher, Chairman, President & CEO, Former Chairman and CEO National Medical; Chairman and CEO, National Manufacturing;, Executive Vice President Littletree Inns; Market Development, Ralston Purina; Senior VP Alta Lipids. BA Political Science, Boise State University. Proven Business professional. Christina M Vaughn, CFO Former Analyst with Intermountain Gas Co. responsible for revenue, cash and asset mitigation, forecasting commodity costs, and managed reporting of historical and forward pricing. She also oversaw all NPV and IRR analyses of potential capital projects. B.B.A. in Finance, College of Idaho; MBA, Williamette University’s, Atkinson School of Management. Robert Grover, Executive Vice President and CTO Robert O. Grover joined PCS at its inception and has worked closely with Mr. Maher since then to develop the curriculum and technology systems required to execute the company vision. B.A. English & A.A.S. Management, Boise State University. Proven Technology Professional. Management

PCS Educational Philosophy Hands-on, project based learning is the most effective way to teach, and to learn. I hear...I forget I see...and I remember I do...and I understand -- Ancient Chinese Proverb

PCS Learning Labs provide a methodology to actively integrate hands-on “practice” with academic “theory.” The concepts that are enforced and illustrated through hands-on methodology are extensive and range through a variety of disciplines. Many of the concepts taught are active extensions and reinforcements to the teacher’s regular curriculum – but the hands-on methodology brings the concepts to life for students. Methodology

PCS Programs are designed to carefully walk a student from early childhood to a successful career stage. Product Lines

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Structures Mathematics Mechanisms Design Transportation Biology PCS Young Learner Merit System Young Learner Program

The gray area illustrates the age range for each Learning Lab program. Begin students as young as age 3 using the BrickLab Preschool program two hours weekly. Introduction at this young age builds confidence and familiarity as well as vital thinking & motor skills. Preschool BrickLab Preschool

BrickLab Grade Series Meets ITEA Technology Standards Grade Specific Curriculum K-6 Enhances Core Academics Skills Easy & Fun to Use! BrickLab Grade Series

Used in many ways – as a contigous part of a full school curriculum Pull out programs – shared resource center for an entire school After school programs & Summer programs Full semester pre engineering courses Hands on engineering and robotics effectively integrate the teaching (and learning) of mathematics, physics, science, language, design, logic, communications, and more in an exciting, hands-on fashion… Academy of Engineering

Principles of Robotics Applications of Robotics Math and Science Extensions Sensors Edventures Robotics Challenge Curriculum Titles Included with the Academy of Robotics Academy of Robotics

Also beginning as early as age 10 and continuing through age 18, students use the PCS Academy of Electronics (AOX) program to develop skills and understanding about electronics. These skills are further refined as students do activities that tie their electronics understanding to mechatronics and robotics. Academy of Electronics

The Academy of Science offers a full, hands-on science curriculum developed around Wiz Kits – unique, apparatus that demonstrate a variety of principles of physical science. Full lab units are available for Elementary, Middle, and High School. Academy of Science Energy Forces and Pressure Properties of Matter Electricity

MCSE Windows 2000 Professional MCSE Windows 2000 Server MCSE Windows 2000 Network Infrastructure MCSE Windows 2000 Directory Services Infrastructure MCSE Windows Directory Services MCSE Windows Network Security Design MCSE Windows Network Infrastructure Design MCSE Migrating from Windows NT4.0 to Windows 2000 Linux Security Linux System Administration LabMentors

STEPS TM is a comprehensive system of integrated software tools and live data storage for complete school information management. It incorporates plug ‘n play software that quickly acquires data from any existing programs. The software is intuitive and allows instant communication between teachers, administrators, parents and students. STEPS™ is the ultimate organizing, corresponding and archiving solution for your school. Includes OFFICE, CLASSROOM, MASTER SCHEDULER, And IN-TOUCH.

Sophisticated project based learning models such as those deployed in PCS Learning Labs are among the most effective methods of inspiring and motivating students for future educational success. Current educational research indicates significant improvement in all subject areas when students are exposed to advanced hands-on learning models. More… Research and Results

More… The Glenn Commission Report: Hands-On = High Quality Union City NJ: PBL + Technology = 10% Increase in Student Performance Infoescuela: 128% Increase in Technology Test Scores and 64% Increase in Math Scores Research and Results

2nd GradeTotal% Change ControlLegoIncreaseCG/EG Mathematics % Technology % Spanish % Codification % Self Esteem % Infoescuela 2 nd Grade Evaluation Results – 128% Increase in Technology Scores! Research and Results

Improvements in:  Mathematics  Science  Technology  Self Esteem  Communications  Language Arts  Problem Solving and Critical Thinking  Workplace Skills Benefits to Students

"I'm now a student at Stanford University, studying both Computer Science and Archaeology. I began working for Hewlett Packard as a high school senior, and I now work there in the summers. [When attending PCS], I worked in Programming, UNIX, electronics, engineering...Now, I work extensively with Macs and UNIX at school." --Jennifer Gadda, Stanford University, Former PCS Edventures! Student "As a student at PCS, I became very involved in computer technology. I'm currently a sophmore majoring in Computer Science and Engineering at Massachusetts Institute of Technology. I have been participating in research here in a variety of areas: live internet video, wireless networking, and quantum computing. I am also an avid skier, and play hockey and roller blade for fun. -Brett Vasconcellos, Massachusetts Instituteof TechnologyCambridge, MA Former PCS Edventures! Student "This year I will be a Freshman at the University of Michigan and I plan to major in Computer Engineering. The PCS Edventures program has been like a breeding environment for all my energy. It is where I got the bug to learn for the sake of learning. -Matt Hardy, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI Former PCS Edventures! Student Student Testimonials

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