Pennsylvania Leadership Charter School (PALCS)

🎧 In this episode, meet Judah and Sam, seniors at PALCS and members of the University Scholars Program (USP), whose shared love of engineering, adventure, and friendship has taken them on an unforgettable journey — literally. 🚲🌍

Judah and Sam share:

• How their two-week, 1,000-mile bike trip from Pennsylvania to Canada challenged their endurance, teamwork, and problem-solving skills

• The planning, gear, and grit that went into preparing for the trip — from daily route logistics to fueling their ride (and where they found the best poutine 🍟)

• How PALCS’s flexibility and support allowed them to balance academics with ambitious hands-on projects like their long-distance ride

• Their work with the PALCS Automotive Club — from building and tuning go-karts to taking on a real car rebuild project

• How these experiences sparked their interest in mechanical and civil engineering, inspiring future careers built on innovation and persistence

You’ll also hear how their sense of humor, curiosity, and drive keep them learning outside the classroom — whether they’re crossing borders on bikes or turning wrenches in the garage. 🛠️

Whether you’re a student drawn to engineering, project-based learning, or adventure, this episode highlights how PALCS empowers students to explore their passions, take initiative, and build real-world skills that go the distance.

🌐 Learn more about our virtual K–12 school in Pennsylvania: https://www.palcs.org

Two PALCS seniors, Judah and Sam, planned, trained, and biked all the way from Pennsylvania to Canada this summer! 🇨🇦

In this Winging It teaser, they share the funny story behind their team name — and how “The Buttery Bros” became the perfect symbol of their unforgettable adventure.

🎧 Watch for the full episode next week on YouTube, Vimeo, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Amazon Music!

🎧 In this episode, meet Juliette Tenebruso, a senior at PALCS, who is exploring the intersections of STEM, music, and leadership. 🌌🎶

Juliette shares:
How PALCS’s fully virtual programs, including the University Scholars Program (USP) and CPFA, allow her to pursue advanced physics research and music production simultaneously
Her experience in the Stanford Research Program inspiring women in physics, learning Python, and exploring theoretical physics and potential careers at NASA or in academia
The joy of creating music—writing, performing, producing, and collaborating on projects remotely with fellow CPFA students
Leading Mu Alpha Theta, PALCS’s new Math Honor Society chapter, from organizing events to planning competitions and inviting STEM guest speakers
Participating in PALCS’s AI committee to help shape AI policy, teach responsible AI use, and balance technology with critical thinking
You’ll also hear Juliette’s personal reflections on growth, curiosity, and problem-solving, from tutoring peers in math and physics to balancing the creativity of music with the rigor of science. Plus, she gives us fun takes on waffles vs. pancakes, hot dogs vs. sandwiches, and the ultimate pineapple-on-pizza debate. 🍕

Whether you’re a student looking to explore STEM, music, or leadership opportunities, or a parent considering online education in Pennsylvania, this episode highlights how PALCS helps students pursue their passions and develop real-world skills.

🌐 Learn more about our virtual K-12 school in Pennsylvania: https://www.palcs.org

💫 “I’ve always been fascinated by space, but I wanted to understand how everything works — black holes, time, light, and beyond.”

In this Winging It preview, meet Juliette Tenebruso, a PALCS student exploring her passion for physics and sharing why representation in STEM is so important. 🌟

🎙️ Stay tuned — full episode coming next week!