Palmetto Scholars Academy

Palmetto Scholars Academy (PSA) will provide a differentiated program designed to meet the educational needs of intellectually gifted learners, address their distinctive social and emotional needs, promote individual character development and instill a life-long love of learning. Our students will engage with leading innovative organizations in higher education, business and science, to empower them to make original and impactful contributions toward the elevation of South Carolina in the areas of education, commerce, arts, and science.

Palmetto Scholars Academy

Palmetto Scholars Academy (PSA) will provide a differentiated program designed to meet the educational needs of intellectually gifted learners, address their distinctive social and emotional needs, promote individual character development and instill a life-long love of learning. Our students will engage with leading innovative organizations in higher education, business and science, to empower them to make original and impactful contributions toward the elevation of South Carolina in the areas of education, commerce, arts, and science.

PALMETTO SCHOLARS ACADEMY NEWS

Ice cream lab

Nov 15, 2021

Mrs. Devora Brown's three chemistry classes had an ice cream lab on freezing point depression. The students made vanilla ice cream and got to add toppings from a special toppings bar. Here are some photos of the students having fun and learning at the same time.

Music students attend “Stanzas and Synthesizers”

Nov 15, 2021

Dr. Ryan Westberry and Dr. Sharese Pearson-Bush took music students from PSA to a special performance of "Stanzas and Synthesizers" at The Gaillard Center, Monday, Nov. 15. The Gaillard Center's Artist in Residence and Charleston's Poet Laureate Marcus Amaker,...

The Phoenix Star Students

Nov 12, 2021

Teachers nominated students for being kind, cleaning up trash, looking out for each other, helping out, or going above and beyond. Star students received an invitation to a pizza party where they were honored and given a certificate for their good deeds. Some of the...

Art Show Winner

Nov 11, 2021

PSA’s Lilly McCollum won a first-place ribbon in the Coastal Carolina Fair’s Youth Art Contest for her watercolor artwork entitled “Explosion.” Way to go Lilly!!!!

Scientists of the Quarter

Nov 11, 2021

PSA's Science Department has named Scientists of the Quarter for the first quarter. Students will receive certificates and will be invited to a Pizza Party Lunch on 11/19/2021. Congratulations students! Good job! Scientist of the Quarter(1) 2021-2022 Nehemiah Akwari -...

PSA Veteran’s Day Program

Nov 11, 2021

Palmetto Scholars Academy student band and orchestra gave a performance to honor veterans Wednesday, Nov. 10. Led by Dr. Ryan Westbury and Dr. Sharese Pearson-Bush, the performance was held in the gym and attended by students from the House of Poseidon, parents, and...

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Trebuchet and Bridge Building team work day November 18, 2021 at 03:45PM

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PSA Special Board Meeting November 18, 2021 at 06:00PM

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Regular Board Meeting November 16, 2021 at 06:00PM

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Art Capstone January 27, 2022 at 12:00AM

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STEM Fest May 6, 2022 at 02:30PM

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9th & 10th Grade Dance December 17, 2021 at 06:00PM

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Anderson University College Visit (Juniors and Seniors) November 10, 2021 at 11:45AM

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Winter MAP testing window December 14, 2021 at 08:30AM

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Winter MAP testing window December 15, 2021 at 08:30AM

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Shake Out Drill November 19, 2021 at 01:00PM

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Our GOAL is to find the KEY that unlocks each student’s

Full potential

and be successful in middle and high school.

HOW WE ARE DIFFERENT

Palmetto Scholars Academy (PSA) will provide a differentiated program designed to meet the educational needs of intellectually gifted learners, address their distinctive social and emotional needs, promote individual character development and instill a life-long love of learning. Our students will engage with leading innovative organizations in higher education, business and science, to empower them to make original and impactful contributions toward the elevation of South Carolina in the areas of education, commerce, arts, and science.

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Palmetto Scholars Academy is a member school in the SC Public Charter School District with headquarters in Columbia, SC. The South Carolina Public Charter School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, disability, age, religion, immigrant status, or national origin in its educational programs and employment practices. Questions pertaining to Section 504 and Title IX, may be directed to the Director of Exceptional Student Services at 803/734-8322, 3700 Forest Drive Suite 406 Columbia, SC 29204.