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PUCS’ Mission & Values
At Pittsburgh Urban Christian School (PUCS), education isn’t just about what happens inside the classroom—it’s about engaging with the community, growing in faith, and learning through real-world experiences. Rooted in Wilkinsburg, we integrate our neighborhood, values, and faith into everything we do, ensuring our students develop both knowledge and character.
Our Mission
PUCS equips students to thrive academically, emotionally, and spiritually so they can serve others with wisdom and integrity.
Our Values
The PUCS board and staff are committed to 4 guiding values:
- Christ-Centered Thought and Action: Faith is at the heart of everything we do, shaping how we teach, serve, and engage with the world.
- Harmony in Diverse Community: We connect with others from different backgrounds and perspectives while staying grounded in Christ’s love.
- An Integrated Approach to Education: Learning is interconnected—faith, academics, and service come together to create a holistic education.
- A Nurturing Environment: Every child is known, valued, and encouraged to grow in their unique gifts and abilities.
We don’t uphold any one value at the expense of another. Instead, we seek balance, using our values to ask good questions about each decision that we make.
Learning in Our Community
Our neighborhood is an extension of our classrooms:
- Recess at the Public Playground – Students play daily at the public playground across the street.
- A Love for Reading – Every classroom has its own library with more than 100 books, and students walk to the local public library every week to explore even more books.
- Service Projects with Local Nonprofits – We partner with local nonprofits for hands-on service projects, teaching students to care for their neighbors.
PUCS is more than a school—it’s a Christ-centered community where students grow in mind, heart, and spirit.
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