In this special episode, four graduates of The Pennsylvania Leadership Charter School (PALCS) join us after a run of shows of Into The Woods at SALT Performing Arts to share how their time at the Center for Performing and Fine Arts (CPFA) shaped their education, confidence, and career paths.

Their stories span dance, theatre, teaching, choreography, community arts, and service—and each of them speaks to the power of learning in a flexible PA cyber school environment that supports creativity, individuality, and well-being.

They discuss: • The teachers and mentors who changed the direction of their lives • How CPFA’s arts training built both skill and confidence • Balancing academics with intensive performing arts commitments • The friendships and community that still matter to them today • How K–12 online learning in Pennsylvania opened doors to new opportunities • Their current careers and what they wish students knew about pursuing the arts

Whether you’re a student exploring the arts, a parent considering a virtual charter school in PA, or an educator interested in how community thrives in online learning, this conversation is full of insight, gratitude, and inspiration.

🌐 Learn more about PALCS and CPFA: www.palcs.org

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