Palm Beach International Academy Celebrates Opening with Ribbon Cutting Ceremony in Boca Raton
Pictured from left: Joanne Weiner, PBIA Wellington Founder, Troy McLellan, President & CEO of the Boca Chamber, Megan O’Reilly Palevich, Palm Beach International Academy Boca Raton Executive Director, Skip Hansen, Lifelong Learning Administration Corporation President, and Marc Wigder, Council Member & CRA Chair.
Boca Raton, FL – April 4, 2025 – Palm Beach International Academy (PBIA), a Stanza Education microschool focused on providing personalized education, held a ribbon-cutting ceremony to celebrate its official opening in Boca Raton, Florida on April 2nd. The event was attended by prominent members of the local community, including City Councilman Marc Wigder and representatives from the Boca Raton Chamber of Commerce.
The school’s focus on a personalized educational experience, small student-to-teacher ratios, and an emphasis on community involvement make it a valuable addition to the growing number of educational options available to families in South Florida.
“At PBIA, we want to be a partner in every child’s educational journey, nurturing their passions, encouraging their strengths, and helping them build the skills they need to succeed in an ever-changing world,” said Megan O’Reilly Palevich, Palm Beach International Academy’s Executive Director. “We are excited to become a part of the Boca Raton community, and we look forward to working closely with families and local businesses to ensure that our students succeed and contribute to the vibrant future of this community.”
Attendees included City Councilman & CRA Chair, Marc Wigder and Boca Raton Chamber of Commerce members, as well as area professionals. Local leaders expressed their excitement about Palm Beach International Academy’s opening, recognizing the school’s potential to contribute positively to the educational landscape in the region.
“We embrace this kind of unique educational opportunity in our community, “said Troy McLellan, President and CEO of the Boca Raton Chamber of Commerce. “We value it very dearly and we are excited to officially welcome Palm Beach International Academy, a Stanza Education School to the Boca Raton community.”
The ceremony marked a significant milestone for PBIA, which aims to provide a dynamic and innovative educational experience for students in the Boca Raton area. By focusing on smaller class sizes, individualized learning, and a well-rounded curriculum, PBIA seeks to empower students to thrive academically while fostering creativity, critical thinking, and a passion for learning.
With structured but flexible scheduling, students balance academics, extracurricular activities, and personal passions. Whether through one-on-one instruction, small group learning, independent study, peer collaboration, or virtual engagement, students have the freedom to learn anytime, anywhere, while meeting the highest academic potential for each student.
For more information about Palm Beach International Academy, a Stanza Education School, please visit PBIAcademy.org.
About Palm Beach International Academy, a Stanza Education School: Palm Beach International Academy, a non-profit Stanza Education School (PBIA SES), is an accredited, hybrid, college-prep private school offering personalized, self-paced learning for students in grades 6-12 located in Boca Raton, Florida. As a mission-driven, non-profit institution, we prioritize student success. With a flexible schedule and individualized support from dedicated Academic Coaches, Teachers and Tutors, PBIA SES provides a structured yet adaptable environment where students thrive. Whether through one-on-one instruction, small group learning, independent study, or virtual engagement, students have the freedom to learn anytime, anywhere, while meeting the highest academic potential for each student.
Media Contact:
Laura Loughead, Director of Communications
(661) 571-1660