“I can do anything now!” – PCS 3rd grader after earning his first belt.
At PROVIDENT CHARTER SCHOOLS (PCS) we believe every child deserves to feel like a champion. That’s why we’ve made Taekwondo part of every student’s school day – creating daily opportunities for success, pride, and the incredible feeling of “I did it!” For students who may be rebuilding their academic confidence, these moments of triumph become the foundation for believing in themselves.
Success That Feels Different
For students who have faced challenges in traditional academic settings, Taekwondo offers something powerful: immediate, measurable success that has nothing to do with reading levels or test scores. Every kick mastered, every form learned, and every belt earned becomes proof that they can achieve difficult things.
“My daughter used to say ‘I’m not good at anything’ after struggling in her old school. Now she tells everyone about her yellow belt and demonstrates her kicks at home. The pride in her voice is everything.” – PCS parent
Building Champions in All Areas
The confidence students gain in Taekwondo doesn’t stay in the studio. Teachers regularly report that students who earn belts show increased willingness to take academic risks, participate more in class discussions, and approach challenging reading tasks with the same “I can do this” attitude.
At PCS, our Taekwondo program is built around our school values of Perseverance, Compassion, and Self-Control. Students earn belts based on demonstrating these qualities, connecting their physical achievements to character development. Our decorated instructors, Grand Master Zang and Master Huang, create an environment where every student progresses at their own pace – no comparison to classmates, just personal growth.
“Before PCS, my son would give up on anything that felt hard. Now he talks about ‘perseverance power’ from Taekwondo and applies it to his reading practice.” – PCS parent
Every PCS student gets to break a board by the end of their first year – a tangible symbol of their ability to overcome obstacles. But the real breakthrough happens in their hearts and minds, as they discover that success is possible and they are capable of so much more than they ever imagined.
Ready to help your child discover their inner champion? CONTACT US and see how PCS can help your child build confidence – one belt at a time.
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About Provident Charter Schools
Provident Charter Schools are brick and mortar charter schools with two campuses serving elementary and middle school students with dyslexia and other language-based learning differences in Southwestern Pennsylvania. Our innovative classroom models and effective teaching techniques inspire all learners. Students are supported by a close-knit community of caring teachers, staff and engaged families from 8 counties and 50+ school districts in Pittsburgh, Beaver and surrounding areas.
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