Putnam County School District - Shaping the Future

The Pulse: PCSD Podcast Superintendent Rick Surrency speaks to Kena Foster, Health Services Coordinator and Sara Jean McDaniel, Director of Leadership Development, about a "Who We Play For" a foundation that has made FREE EKG's available to our students. 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=NRPfOjoWU_g #ProudtobePCSD

Tune in LIVE at 10:00 AM for the 56th Annual Putnam County School District Spelling Bee✨ Let’s cheer on these incredible students as they represent their schools with pride! 💛 Link: https://youtube.com/live/PL_My9jmbho #Proudto🐝PCSD

🐝 The 56th Annual PCSD Spelling Bee was ASTONISHing! 🐝 Congratulations to Keylan Henry, 8th grader from Crescent City Jr.-Sr. High, on becoming this year's Champion by spelling "astonish" in the final round! Keylan will proudly represent Putnam County at the 81st Annual First Coast Regional Spelling Bee. 🏆✨ Shoutout to Alvin Williams, 6th grader from Putnam Academy of Arts & Sciences, for his remarkable determination, and to all 12 participants who showcased their incredible spelling skills! Read the full article, view pictures & watch the full video: https://www.putnamschools.org/article/1982665 #Proudto🐝PCSD

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.

The district continues to monitor the temperature and rain forecast for late Tuesday through Wednesday morning. We will announce any precautions and a decision for school services by 2:00 pm today.

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