Our Campuses

At Polytechnic School, PFS Scholars (grades 9–13) participate in a rigorous academic program that supports college readiness, career exploration, and personal growth. Students enroll in PUSD-eligible academic courses that allow them to fulfill elective requirements while strengthening skills in math, reading, writing, and critical thinking. As students progress through the program, increased focus is placed on college preparedness through structured college campus visits at each grade level, exposure to the admissions process, and a career speaker series that connects Scholars directly with professionals across a wide range of fields.

A defining feature of the Poly experience is the elective program, in which each student takes a course designed and taught by a college intern under the guidance of a credentialed teacher. These electives reflect the interns’ passions and introduce students to new disciplines and career pathways—from computer programming and photography to spoken word, dance, and lifeguard certification. Interns also serve as near-peer mentors, offering guidance and insight into the college journey.

In addition, Scholars have the opportunity to extend their day at the Poly campus to enroll in college credit–bearing courses through our partnership with Pasadena City College. This unique opportunity allows students to begin earning college credits while still in high school, strengthening academic confidence and accelerating college readiness.

Together, academic rigor, creative exploration, mentorship, college exposure, and early college access create a supportive environment where Scholars gain confidence, clarity, and momentum as they prepare for life after high school.

Renée Pickering Larios
Program Director, Polytechnic School
rlarios@pfspasadena.com