Putnam County School District - Shaping the Future

Putnam County will be under a Winter Storm Warning from 7:00 pm Tuesday through 1:00 pm Wednesday. Due to the expected hazardous travel conditions in the morning, all PCSD schools and departments will be closed on Wednesday. Individual schools will notify families if Tuesday evening activities are canceled. Although cold weather is expected for the remainder of the week, schools will resume as scheduled on Thursday. Please ensure students are dressed warmly for bus rides and outdoor activities.

PCSD recently earned accreditation from @CogniaOrg, and this year, we’re celebrating alongside Cognia in their 130th year of accreditation. We remain committed to high-quality education and improvement and are excited to celebrate this commitment together! #ProudtobePCSD

All PCSD campuses and offices will be closed Monday, January 20th in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. We'll see everyone back at school on Tuesday, January 21st. #ProudtobePCSD

Our first round of PCSD Acceleration Applications are due February 14, 2025 for the 2025-26 school year. Apply Here: https://www.putnamschools.org/o/pcsd/page/acceleration-and-cambridge Questions? Please reach out to Shelly Raburn at 386-329-0543. #ProudtobePCSD

We're excited to partner with Who We Play For to offer FREE ECG heart screenings for our 7th–12th grade students! Early detection saves lives, and these screenings can help prevent sudden cardiac arrest. 📅 Screening Dates by Campus: *Mellon Learning Center (@ PJSHS Campus): January 30th, 2025 *Palatka Jr.-Sr. High: January 30th, 2025 * Interlachen Jr.-Sr. High: January 31st, 2025 *QI Roberts Jr.-Sr. High: February 6th, 2025 *Crescent City Jr.-Sr. High: February 7th, 2025 📌 Consent forms are due by January 22nd! Packets have been sent home, or you can complete the form online. *When you reach the section of the form asking you to choose between “Continue to Payment” or “Book Class,” please select “Book Class.” This will bypass the payment requirement. Visit our website for details: https://www.putnamschools.org/article/1966823 #ProudtobePCSD

Q.I. Roberts Jr-Sr High School has 22 Advanced Flight students this year—more than double last year! Great work, Colonel Ski and team! #ProudToBePCSD

The Pulse: PCSD Podcast Superintendent Rick Surrency sits down with QIRJSHS's Debate Team on 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/qdTHCBX_0wY #ProudtobePCSD

School Board Meeting 01/14/2025 at 3:30PM. Join us in person or tune in LIVE via Youtube here: https://youtube.com/live/dHyE9U_z67U #ProudtobePCSD

🎉 Record-High Graduation Rates for Putnam County Schools! 🎉 Our 2024 graduation rate has soared to 91.2%, surpassing the state average for the fifth consecutive year! 🏆 Join us in celebrating this remarkable achievement as we continue preparing students for success in college, career, and life! 📖 Click here to read more: https://www.putnamschools.org/article/1957220 #ProudtobePCSD

Today marks the end of the 2nd Nine Weeks! Keep up the great work! #ProudtobePCSD

The Pulse: PCSD Podcast Superintendent Rick Surrency discusses the AVID program on 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/vfBoTU0FHLU #ProudtobePCSD

January is National Mentoring Month! Take Stock in Children Putnam is now accepting applications for 7th-11th grade students! This life-changing program provides incredible opportunities for students to achieve their dreams and create brighter futures. We’re also looking for adult mentors who are passionate about helping students succeed. By volunteering just a little of your time, you can make a lasting impact on a young person’s life. 🎓 Student Application Link: https://formstack.io/5EBEA 🤝 Mentor Application Link: https://formstack.io/D7DCD Together, we can shape the future, one student at a time. 💙 #ProudtobePCSD #TakeStockInChildren

🌶️🍴 All County FFA Chapters Chili Cook-Off Fundraiser 🍴🌶️ 📅 Mark Your Calendars: January 11th, 5–8 PM 📍 Location: Putnam County Fairgrounds 🔥 Come out and support our local AG programs! 🔥 Join us for an evening of family fun, great food, and community spirit as we raise funds for our PCSD AG youth. 🌟 Buy Tickets Now or at the Event! $20 Adult Tickets $10 Student Tickets FREE for kids 12 and under! Tickets include unlimited chili tastings plus drinks and dessert! 🏆 Vote for Your Favorite Chili! Taste the best chili recipes from across the county and cast your vote to crown the winner. 🎟️ Raffle Items: Don't miss your chance to win exciting prizes in our raffle! #ProudtobePCSD

January is National Mentoring Month. At its heart, mentoring ensures young people know they are cared for, supported, and valued. It provides a sense of connection, showing them they are not alone in facing life’s challenges. Research proves that quality mentoring relationships have a profound impact on young people, boosting their personal, academic, and professional growth. Mentoring bridges the gap to personal development, social belonging, and economic opportunity. 🌟 Make a Difference Today! 🌟 The Putnam County School District's Reach One Teach One Mentoring Program is looking for passionate individuals like YOU to invest in our youth. We’re asking for just one hour a week—a small commitment with a huge impact. 📧 Contact Justin Campbell 📨 jcampbell@my.putnamschools.org 📞 386-329-0532 Ext 1255 Be the reason a young person feels inspired and supported. #ProudtobePCSD

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 #ProudtobePCSD

Congratulations to Aiden Stewart, Putnam County’s Sunshine State Scholar, and Andre Mai, Runner-Up, both from QI Roberts Junior-Senior High School! These exceptional students will represent Putnam County in the prestigious Sunshine State Scholars program this April in Orlando. The two-day event honors Florida’s top 11th-grade STEM students and connects them with colleges, universities, and leading STEM professionals. 📖 Read more about their achievements and the program here: https://www.putnamschools.org/article/1949751 #ProudtobePCSD

This week, PCSD's Superintendent, School Board Chair, and Administrators had the privilege of meeting with our new legislator, Judson Sapp, and his aide, Shorty Robbins. Building relationships for a brighter future is at the heart of what we do. We are grateful for the opportunity to discuss the needs of our students, teachers, and community, and we look forward to working together to shape a bright future for education in Putnam County. #ProudtobePCSD

REMINDER! Friday, January 3rd, and Monday, January 6th, are District In-Service/ Virtual Teacher Planning Days which means NO SCHOOL for students! #ProudtobePCSD

Palatka Jr Sr High School recently participated in two events sponsored by Vystar Credit Union, one of our very active business partners for CTE. The first event allowed community leaders and PJSHS and CTE Leadership to meet and tour the Vystar branch located in and run by PJSHS students and their instructor, Andrew Moss. The second event, the next day, was Vystar's famous Reality Fair where students are given a career, a salary, and life circumstances. The students have to travel around the room to various "booths" using a budget based on their salary to purchase real life items like a home, a vehicle, insurance, daycare, and more. Over 225 PJSHS students participated in the event as well as various members of our local Vystar Branch! Thank you Vystar for making this happen! #palatkajrsrhigh #VyStar #business #careerandtechnicaleducation #futureofworkfl #GetThereFL #ProudtobePCSD

Recently our efforts to bridge the gap between CTE and academics was rewarded by Kaitlin Plante, our iCEV representative, who recognized our Environmental Science students and teachers at both Palatka Jr. Sr. High School and Interlachen Jr. Sr. High School for their success on the Ducks Unlimited Ecology and Conservation Management industry certification credential. Both schools were recognized at a recent school board meeting for their success in implementation in their first year last school year. According to iCEV, "The Ducks Unlimited Ecology Conservation & Management Certification verifies individuals have obtained knowledge and skills in the areas of ecological principles and wildlife management, as well as habitat, forest, grasslands, wetlands and waterfowl conservation and management." Congratulations to our favorited Rams and Panthers on a job well done!