Kudos to Brady Pinkerton from Browning-Pearce Elementary- the 2024 PCSD Spelling Bee Champion! Read more here: https://www.putnamschools.org/article/1461686
Happy Valentine's Day from Putnam County School District! 💖
Sending love to our amazing students, dedicated staff, and supportive families. Your passion for education makes our community special.
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The Pulse: PCSD Podcast
Superintendent Surrency sat down with Renee Hough Director of Career & Technical Education, to discuss Career & Technical Education at PCSD in this week's episode of The Pulse. Be sure to tune in weekly as we engage employees, students, and community members in topics surrounding Education in Putnam County.
Listen here: www.putnamschools.org/page/the-pulse
Watch here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GzOMh9jxIr8
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State Attorney for the 7th Circuit, R.J. Larizza, held a roundtable meeting with the Superintendents from Flagler, Putnam, St Johns and Volusia counties to discuss student safety and its impact on student success. This work will continue with an initiative to be proactive when working with our schools and families. PCSD Superintendent, Dr. Rick Surrency, expressed his gratitude for the meeting, "This collaboration will strengthen our efforts to serve our communities."
🍎 Are you Interested in Becoming A Teacher or Advancing Your Career?! 📚📝
Are you currently employed with PCSD as a paraprofessional or a non-instructional employee? Have you ever thought about becoming a teacher? Would you like to be a change agent and impact the future? Have you ever wondered how you could earn a Bachelor’s Degree? Are you ready to take the next step in your career?
If you answered YES to ANY of these questions, we have great news for you! PCSD has a thriving "Grow Your Own" program that offers several pathways to help you achieve your goals!
Come join us for PCSD's Grow Your Own Informational Session where you will hear from our partner colleges / universities about a variety of opportunities in advancing your career!
WHEN: MARCH 28, 2024
TIME: 1:00 - 3:30 PM
WHERE: PCSD Training Center - 1001 Husson Ave.
RSVP: https://forms.gle/pXtBw1rgKyYQvBvf7
We appreciate WIYD keeping the community informed of the great things happening in our schools! PCSD Superintendent, Dr. Rick Surrency, served as a guest DJ this morning assisting Mary Makie Connor Saucier. #ProudtobePCSD
The Pulse: PCSD Podcast Superintendent Surrency sat down with Shree Clayton (PCSD ELL Support Leader), Justin Campbell (PCSD Community Liaison & Commissioner, City of Palatka), and Terrill Hill (Attorney & Former Mayor, City of Palatka), to discuss Black History Month and PCSD’s Annual Black History Month Celebration in this week's episode of The Pulse. Be sure to tune in weekly as we engage employees, students, and community members in topics surrounding Education in Putnam County.
Listen here: www.putnamschools.org/page/the-pulse
Watch here: https://youtu.be/b2NVd5VzZV0
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📚 Celebrate National School Counseling Week with us, Feb. 5-9! 🌟
Recognizing the vital role of school counselors in student success and career planning. This year's theme: "School Counseling: Standards-Based, Student-Focused." Thank you PCSD Counselors!
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🚸 Join us in recognizing School Crossing Guard Appreciation Day in Florida! 🛑
Let's pause to express our gratitude for the dedication and hard work of our School Crossing Guards. Your commitment to the safety of our students is truly commendable!
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🌟 February is Career and Technical Education Month! 🛠️
Join us as we celebrate the value, achievements, and accomplishments of CTE programs in PCSD and across Florida. We are proud to be part of this nationwide celebration!
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🎉 Celebrating Black History all month! 🖤
PCSD is honoring the rich history and influence of African Americans both locally and nationally during the month of February. Stay tuned for our Districtwide Black History Month Celebration! 🌟
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The PCSD 2024 Employee of the Year Recognition Ceremony was held this evening at Grace Fellowship in Palatka. Honoring 35 PCSD employees, the evening was a celebration of the brightest teachers and staff who go above and beyond to offer PCSD’s students and families a rigorous and enriching learning environment that not only fosters their education but connects them to the greater community.
Below are the District winners for this year’s event:
Teacher of the Year- Ian Boze, Q.I. Roberts Jr-Sr High School
School Related Employee of the Year- Leslie Smith, Interlachen Jr-Sr High School
Department Related Employee of the Year- Alyse Crabtree, Administrative Office
Principal of the Year- Joe Theobold, Q.I. Roberts Jr-Sr High School
Assistant Principal of the Year- Michael Chaires, Palatka Jr-Sr High School
Substitute Teachers of the Year-
Bessie Davis, Central
Mary Stroman, South
Laura Johns, West
A full story with highlights of all nominees is coming soon along with the link to the event recording!
Superintendent's Community Engagement Session
January 30th, 2024 10:00 AM @ George C. Miller, Jr. Intermediate, Auditorium (101 S Prospect St, Crescent City, FL 32112).
Join via Zoom: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/88088748244?pwd=Df4gBnDS2WTzM22mr3dDVEWOuGjjdc.1
Meeting ID: 880 8874 8244
Passcode: 1234
Our first round of PCSD Acceleration Applications are due tomorrow, January 26, 2024, for the 2024-25 school year.
Application here: https://www.putnamschools.org/page/acceleration-and-cambridge
Questions? Please reach out to Casey Griffis at 386-329-0543.
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The Putnam County School Board approved the 2024-2025 Academic Calendar. Mark your calendars for the First Day of School, August 12, 2024!
Academic Calendars can be found here: https://www.putnamschools.org/documents/students-%26-families/academic-calendar/469403
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Celebrate Literacy Week, Florida!, observed January 22-26, is designed to raise awareness about the importance of reading and to inspire Florida's students and families to make reading part of their daily routines. This year’s theme is Believe In Your “Shelf” – Building Resiliency Through Reading! PCSD is dedicated to building resilient, confident readers and learners!
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Meet the dedicated ESE School Psychologists of PCSD!
These highly qualified professionals leverage their expertise in mental health, learning, and behavior to enhance students' academic, social, and emotional success. Working collaboratively with families, teachers, administrators, and community providers, they play a pivotal role in creating safe, supportive learning environments. We appreciate the vital contributions of our ESE School Psychologists in fostering strong connections between home, school, and the community.
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All PCSD Schools will release 2 hours early today!
View the early release schedule here: https://www.putnamschools.org/page/school-times #
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Special School Board Meeting 1/16/2024 at 3:15PM. Join us in person or tune in LIVE via Youtube here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b1Ix-duMv9o
School Board Meeting 1/16/2024 at 3:30PM. Join us in person or tune in LIVE via Youtube here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jdDwrGpolr8
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Celebrate School Board Appreciation Month with us! 🎉
We want to take a moment to express our gratitude to our dedicated school board members for their outstanding service to our schools and the students they support.
Learn more about our Board here: https://www.putnamschools.org/page/meetings
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