OUR SCHOOL, OUR WAY
FOR CHILDREN PRE-K THROUGH 8TH GRADE
Located on the Brighton Seminole Reservation in Glades County, Florida, Pemayetv Emahakv “Our Way School” fosters pride in academic achievements while developing the students’ abilities in the Creek Language and Seminole Culture.
THE SCHOOL
Pemayetv Emahakv Charter School exists to provide parents, students and the community of Brighton with a school that meets high standards of student academic achievement by providing a rigorous student oriented curriculum, infused with the Seminole language and culture, in an environment that is safe, nurturing, conducive to learning and designed to preserve Seminole traditions.
CULTURE
Culture was the major determining factor in the decision to build PECS. All students in grades Pre-K through 5 receive daily instruction in the Muskogee Creek Language and receive instruction once a week in Florida Seminole Arts and Crafts. Students in grades 6-8 receive fifty minutes of Muskogee Creek Language instruction daily as well as education in Florida Seminole Arts and Crafts once a week. Students in grades 7 and 8 are able to earn high school foreign language credits in Muskogee Creek I and II, which satisfies their foreign language college requirement.
ACADEMICS
Pemayetv Emahakv Charter School is a public charter school offering educational opportunities for students in Pre-Kindergarten through Eighth Grades. As a public charter school, PECS follows the same standards and the students take the same assessments as all other Florida public schools.
THE TEACHERS
The teachers at PECS are the best in the area! Many of our teachers were selected as Teacher of the Year at their previous schools. Fourteen of the forty-five teachers have earned their Master’s Degrees and thirty-three of the forty-five teachers have fifteen or more years of experience teaching.
SPORTS
Middle School students at PECS are able to participate in several different sports including Girls Volleyball, Boys and Girls Basketball, Boys and Girls Soccer, Boys Baseball and Girls Softball at both the varsity and junior varsity levels.
SCHOOL RANKING
PECS earned and “A” rating during both 2022-2023 and 2021-2022 school years. Out of 3,417 schools in Florida, PECS ranks 283 in percentage points earned in the FSA, placing it in the top 8% of all schools. PECS also is the highest performing school in the Heartland Consortium – which consists of 42 schools in six rural counties including Glades County.
A Note from Principal Downing:
“Congratulations to each and every one of you for the outstanding achievement of our school! It is with immense pride and joy that we celebrate the fact that our school has earned an ‘A’ rating, a testament to the hard work, dedication, and collaborative spirit of our entire community.
This accomplishment reflects the commitment of our faculty and staff, students, and the unwavering support of parents and families. The collaborative efforts of our school board, Tribal Council, and the Brighton Community have created an environment that fosters learning, growth, and success.
Students, your determination and enthusiasm for learning have been truly commendable. Parents and families, your support and encouragement have played a crucial role in the academic journey of our students. The Brighton Community and Tribal Council, your commitment to education and community development has been instrumental in creating an environment where our students can thrive.
This achievement is a shared success, a result of the collective efforts of our entire community. Let’s take a moment to savor this accomplishment and recognize the positive impact it has on the lives of our students and the community as a whole.
Thank you to everyone who has contributed to making our school an A-rated institution. Your dedication to education and community building is truly inspiring. Let’s continue to work together to create an environment where every student can reach their full potential.
Congratulations once again, and here’s to the continued success of our ‘A’ school!”
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