Our Mission

Plumas Charter School is committed to providing our rural communities with educational opportunities and flexibility that support students in reaching their individual potential. Our core values are compassion, perseverance, integrity and responsiveness. 

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Mister Brown's Choose Well Program

PCS students and families now have access to Mister Brown’s Choose Well video library—short, engaging lessons that support positive choices, character development and healthy relationships.

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Learning Centers

Plumas Charter School serves students in kindergarten through 12th grade throughout Plumas and adjacent counties. Our personalized learning approach includes independent study, concurrent college enrollment, enrichment activities, online curricula, electives, and center-based courses in Quincy, Indian Valley, and Chester.

Quincy Learning Center
Indian Valley Academy 

Chester Learning Center

Upcoming Events

03/25/2026
IVA to host annual student showcase and community open house April 2
Plumas Charter School’s Indian Valley Academy (IVA) will host its annual student showcase on Thursday, April 2, from 5 to 7 p.m. in Greenville, inviting families and community members to experience an evening of student achievement, creativity and campus-wide exploration.
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03/09/2026
Plumas Charter School graduate pursues humanities studies in Prague
Plumas Charter School celebrates the continued achievements of 2023 Quincy Learning Center graduate Alex Marincas-Bucy, who is currently studying abroad while pursuing her passion for history, writing and global studies.
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03/02/2026
PCS opens enrollment for 2026–27 school year
PCS will begin its Open Enrollment period for the 2026–2027 academic year on Monday, March 2, and it will close at 8 a.m. on Monday, April 13.
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02/03/2026
Warriors hoop season features growth and milestones
the Plumas Charter School Warriors’ junior varsity boys, varsity girls and varsity boys teams are each carving out their own competitive stories on the court.
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01/22/2026
New mural at IVA celebrates local culture and natural beauty
A striking new mural featuring a Northern Flicker in flight now graces the Indian Valley Academy campus of Plumas Charter School, adding a vivid artistic landmark that reflects local culture, landscape and the resilience of the community.
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Executive Director's Message

At Plumas Charter School, we are proud to bring our core values of compassion, perseverance, integrity and responsiveness to the forefront in serving our students and families even when challenges arise. I am immensely grateful to and privileged to work with our teachers and staff, who unite behind our mission to offer personalized education while also supporting our students, families, employees, and communities. To our families: thank you for choosing PCS and for being active participants in your child's education. Your partnership and trust are held in great esteem. I am looking forward to continuing to support the evolution of our school culture and our instructional team. Please feel free to reach out with any questions or concerns! -Taletha Washburn

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