(updated May 6, 2026) When summer school emails from local school districts begin, Academy families should know they have another option: flexible, one-to-one summer school and credit recovery in Issaquah and Sammamish. Instead of being locked into a fixed schedule, students can complete courses on their own timeline, whether that’s… Read more
Is your family considering summer school, but worrying that it’ll ruin your summer plans? Good news – summer school doesn’t have to be stressful! One-to-one summer classes at Pacific Learning Academy help students push themselves forward academically by recovering credits from last year or jumping ahead for next year, all… Read more
When a student struggles, or even fails a school subject, the stress is felt for everyone in the family. [Students wishing to take a class at the Academy should consult their school’s counseling office for information on drop deadlines and permission to take an outside credit] Missing homework, a sports… Read more
Pictured: 2018 Pacific Learning Academy Graduates from left to right, Sophie Truax, Ric Beuchat, Nick O’Donnell and PLA Founder, Kirsten O’Malley. We’re so proud of our 2018 graduates! Graduates, their family, and friends joined Academy staff to celebrate their accomplishments. On June 14, Pacific Learning Academy honored 3 graduates at a… Read more
Summer vacation is almost here, and with the sun and rest comes the inevitable “brain drain.” “Brain drain” is the belief that over the summer break students stop learning and even lose some of what they’ve learned during the school year. In the United States, the school year is about… Read more
Pacific Learning Academy graduate receives Lillian Disney Scholarship to CalArts. Jones opted to take advantage of the Academy’s remote study option to be able to complete his math course and participate in the New Orleans Shakespeare Festival over the summer. James Jones, a Pacific Learning Academy graduate, was recently awarded… Read more
Earn high school credit in the comfort of your own home! In less than 2 minutes, Kirsten at Pacific Learning Academy explains how students working with our teachers complete courses in less time and with deeper understanding. It’s the magic of 1-on-1 education! Most of our high school credit students… Read more
School is out in a few weeks – great news for area students, and a possible headache for families trying to keep their kids both busy and enriched. [Tweet this!] While you begin to plan what June, July and August look like for you and your family, keep in mind… Read more
While final exams may be 5 weeks away for most students, planning for summer has already arrived!
Summer is a time of rest, rejuvenation, and enjoying the elusive sunlight on the Pacific Northwest. Tutoring provides students with a solid foundation for future success. Combining Summer Fun with Summer Tutoring is the best of both worlds! Starting from scratch in September can be stressful for middle and high… Read more
