Welcome from the Head of School

I have had the distinct pleasure since July 1995 to serve as Head of Professional Children’s School, a unique community of dedicated learners who have come from throughout the United States and from around the world to pursue their dreams in the City of New York.

Since our founding in 1914, PCS has been providing an academic education especially designed for talented young people pursuing goals in the performing arts, entertainment and competitive sports. PCS provides all of the necessary academic tools to ensure success in leading colleges, universities and conservatories, as well as throughout life, while enabling students to pursue their individual goals outside of school. Our academic program ensures that our students can focus on both school and their outside interests by incorporating flexible academic schedules, guided study while away from school, and an understanding environment of accommodation and advance planning on the part of the faculty.

I encourage you to learn more about Professional Children’s School. Our Director of Admissions, Sherrie Hinkle, and her staff are available to assist you and answer any questions that you might have as you consider becoming part of the PCS family.

Sincerely,





Dr. James Dawson

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