THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, FEbRuARy 6, 2026 Page 7 Pioneer Charter School of Science I & II honored as Schools of Recognition for high academic achievement Everett-based PCSS i and Saugus-based PCSS ii were among 55 Schools of Recognition statewide to be honored at a State House ceremony Special to The Advocate P ioneer Charter School of Science (PCSS) was proud to announce that both its Everett and Saugus campuses were named Schools of Recognition by the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) for demonstrating high achievement, significant improvement and/or high growth. PCSS I & II were among 55 schools honored by the state out of over 1,800 public schools in Massachusetts. At a State House ceremony honoring the schools, public officials, including Governor Maura Healey and Secretary of Education Patrick Tutwiler, praised the schools for their academic excellence and vital roles in their communities. “This honor is a testament ALERT SYSTEM | FROM PAGE 5 community to sign up for the new City Alert system,” said Mayor Robert J. Van Campen. “This is a crucial tool for communicating time-sensitive and importchoose. This recognition reflects the school’s sustained effort to high academic standards, meaningful learning experiences, and outcomes that position students for success in both college and career. About Pioneer Charter School of Science PCSS is a rigorous college prePioneer Charter School of Science staff posed with Certificates of Recognition and an Official Citation from the State Senate at the State House ceremony. (Photo Courtesy of Pioneer Charter School of Science) to what is possible when high expectations, dedication, and a shared commitment to student success come together,” said PCSS CEO Barish Icin. ant messages directly to your phone or email, especially during weather events and emergency situations.” As previously announced in December 2025, the City of Everett’s former alert system, CoALL DEPOSITS ARE INSURED IN FULL. Grab this rate before it’s gone! LOCK-IN TODAY: 4.00% APY*24-Month CD *Annual Percentage Yield (APY) is accurate as of the date posted and is subject to change without notice. APY assumes the interest remains on deposit until maturity. A penalty may be imposed for early withdrawal. Offer may be withdrawn at any time. A minimum of $500 is required to open a Certificate of Deposit and earn the advertised APY. 419 BROADWAY EVERETT, MA 02149 771 SALEM ST. LYNNFIELD, MA 01940 617-387-1110 781-776-4444 331 MONTVALE AVE. WOBURN, MA 01801 781-281-9092 EVERETTBANK.COM MEMBER FDIC | MEMBER DIF “I am incredibly proud of our educators, staff, students and families for creating a culture where excellence is the standard.” deRed, was impacted by a nationwide cyberattack. Following that notice, the City of Everett immediately sought a new alert system and now utilizes Everbridge. Residents who were previously registered to the old system Through a rigorous curriculum with an emphasis on STEM and the humanities, PCSS prepares students for excellence in any path they with CodeRed must sign up to the new system with Everbridge to continue receiving alerts. To learn more and sign up, please visit cityofeverett.com/ city-alerts. Residents can also contact the Constituent Services paratory charter school that aims to prepare educationally under-resourced students for today’s competitive world. PCSS I, which is located in Everett, serves students in Grades K through 12 from several communities north of Boston, including Everett, Chelsea, and Revere. PCSS II, which is located in Saugus, serves students in Grades K through 12 from communities including Saugus, Salem, Peabody, Lynn and Danvers. Department at 617-394-2270, and staff will collect the necessary information to assist with registering. Signing up only takes a few minutes and helps ensure residents don’t miss critical City updates.
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