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

12/04/2025
Quincy Learning Center stages vibrant fall performance
Plumas Charter School’s Quincy Learning Center filled Serpilio Hall with music, color and community spirit during its annual TK–sixth-grade fall performance on Nov. 20.
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11/17/2025
Plumas Charter School begins charter renewal process with presentation to PUSD
Plumas Charter School has officially begun its charter renewal process with a presentation to the Plumas Unified School District (PUSD) Administrator Richard DuVarney during the November 12 board meeting in Greenville.
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11/06/2025
IVA students help launch new community space
The grand opening of the Indian Valley Fitness Center and Makerspace, located at Plumas Charter School’s Indian Valley Academy, marked not only a milestone for the community—but also a proud moment for IVA students.
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10/30/2025
Outdoor ed teacher Darcy Page brings curiosity and connection to learning
For Plumas Charter School’s new outdoor education teacher, Darcy Page, learning isn’t limited to the classroom—it’s rooted in curiosity, connection and time spent outdoors.
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10/24/2025
PCS Alumna Emily Fullerton gives back through special education
When Emily Fullerton graduated from Plumas Charter School in 2022, she wasn’t sure exactly where her path would lead—but she knew she wanted to make a difference. Just a few years later, the former student has come full circle, returning to PCS as a special education teacher and earning her teaching credential through Cal Poly Humboldt’s residency program.
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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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