Hurricane Milton Update- 10/10/24, 5:00PM: We are grateful for those in our community who have worked to keep everyone safe during Hurricane Milton!
Friday, October 11: PCSD schools/offices are CLOSED so we may assess any possible damage to our facilities and clean up those used for shelters.
Monday, October 14: PCSD schools/offices are OPEN for a teacher planning day. Monday is a student holiday.
Tuesday, October 15: PCSD schools/offices are OPEN for all students and staff as a regular school day. The previously scheduled staff in-service day will be cancelled to provide a regular school day and make-up some of the instructional time lost due to 6 days missed for Hurricane Helene and Milton. The Florida Dept. of Education requires a certain number of hours each term for students to earn instructional credits in all grade levels. This is required of all districts even after weather events cause school closures.
We appreciate the patience and cooperation of our staff and families as we work to bring schools back to order after this unfortunate event. Thank you!
Hurricane Milton Update- 10/9/24, 10:00AM:
All PCSD schools/offices will be closed on Friday, October 11. All after-school programs/athletic activities are cancelled through Friday, October 11. Students were already out of school Monday, October 14, and Tuesday, October 15, for planning and staff development days. Therefore, at this time, staff will return Monday, October 14, and students will return Wednesday, October 16. We will update everyone as we get more information.
The following shelters are OPEN: Ochwilla Elementary (general population & pets), Jenkins Elementary (general population- no pets), Kelley Smith Elementary (special needs only), Browning-Pearce Elementary (general population- no pets), and Middleton-Burney Elementary (general population- no pets).
Please stay informed by following updates from the Putnam County Emergency Management: www.facebook.com/PutnamCountyEM. Thank you, and stay safe!
Storm Update 10/7/24 5:30PM:
Due to developing information regarding Hurricane Milton and traffic concerns in Florida, we will be closing schools tomorrow, October 8th.
All PCSD employees should look for an email from supervisors regarding any staff who may be needed tomorrow to prepare for the storm and shelters.
Thank you, and stay safe!
Hurricane Milton Update as of 9:00AM 10/7/24:
All PCSD schools/offices will be closed on Wednesday, October 9, and Thursday, October 10. Schools/offices will be open on Tuesday, October 8.
All after-school programs/athletic activities are cancelled beginning Tuesday, October 8- Thursday, October 10.
A decision for Friday, October 11, will be made at a later time.
The following shelters will open starting Tuesday, October 8, at 6:00PM: Ochwilla Elementary (general population & pets), Jenkins Elementary (general population- no pets), Kelley Smith Elementary (special needs only), Browning-Pearce Elementary (general population- no pets), and Middleton-Burney Elementary (general population- no pets).
We will update everyone as we get more information. Please stay informed by following updates from the Putnam County Emergency Management: www.facebook.com/PutnamCountyEM.
Thank you and stay safe!
PCSD is working closely with Putnam County Emergency Management to monitor Hurricane Helene and its potential impact. Update as of 12:00PM, 9/25/24:
All PCSD schools will be closed on Thursday, September 26th and Friday, September 27th. All extracurricular activities on these days are canceled.
Extracurricular activities for today, Wednesday, September 25th, will continue as normal.
The following general population shelters will open Wednesday, September 25th at 8:00PM: Ochwilla Elementary (pets), Browning-Pearce Elementary, and Middleton-Burney Elementary. Kelley Smith Elementary will open Wednesday, September 25th at 6:00PM for special needs only.
We will update everyone as we get more information. Please stay informed by following updates from the Putnam County Emergency Management: www.facebook.com/PutnamCountyEM, call center is open (386) 329-1904.
PCSD is working closely with Putnam County Emergency Management to monitor Tropical Storm Helene and its potential impact as it is expected to develop into a hurricane.
Update as of 3:00PM, 9/24/24:
Tomorrow, September 25, all schools and after-school activities are in session.
Thursday, September 26, all schools and after-school activities are cancelled.
Kelley Smith Elementary School will be opened Wednesday evening for special needs only.
Decisions about other shelters will be made Wednesday. We will update everyone as we get more information. Please stay informed by following updates from the Putnam County Emergency Management. Thank you!
Make plans to preserve your senior year memories!
STEP FORWARD: COLLEGE ACCESS CONFERENCE
Date: September 30, 2024
Time: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Check-in and morning campus tour opens at 8AM
Location:
J. Wayne Reitz Union
UF Campus, Gainesville, FL
RSVP through QR Code Link on Flyer!
PCSD has partnered with Health Hero to offer in-school vaccines to your child for NO COST. Consent forms were recently sent home with students. The flu vaccine clinic will be available Friday, October 4th.
Health Hero makes immunizations available to every child to stop diseases like the flu in
their tracks and reduce absenteeism in schools. Sign your child up and help us stop the flu
in its tracks! https://beahealthhero.com/who-we-serve/parents/
#ProudtobePCSD
FAFSA FRENZY
Don’t let finances be a barrier! St. Johns River State College is hosting October information sessions to learn how to complete the FAFSA. And, learn more about SJR State Foundation scholarships!
Monday, October 7
Palatka Campus - T Building
5:00 - 7:00 p.m.
Tuesday, October 8
Orange Park Campus - Viking Center
5:00 - 7:00 p.m.
Thursday, October 10
St. Augustine Campus - H Building
5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Last session begins at 6:30 p.m.
For more information visit SJRstate.edu
🚨 See Something. Say Something. 🚨
Social media threats can have serious consequences, and it’s up to all of us to keep our schools and community safe.
Watch this important message from PCSD Superintendent, Rick Surrency, and PCSO Sheriff, Gator DeLoach, about what we can do to prevent and report threats. Let’s work together to protect our students!
🎥 : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iG9MBaHXAv4
📢 Please share to help spread the word!
We are excited to see our Panther fans today at the Homecoming parade on St. Johns Ave, beginning at 5:30pm! Follow the parade route down to the riverfront for some family fun afterwards with several Panther partners, food trucks, and LIVE music from PHS alumnus Wes Register! HOMECOMING FOOTBALL game Friday 9/13 7pm with HOCO Royalty presented at halftime. Remember, both gates close at end of 2nd quarter!! $15 reserved seats now available by game, starting Fri 9/13. Wristbands will be given @ gate when you show your GoFan ticket on your phone. Then show the wristband to the deputy at the reserved section. https://gofan.co/event/1595019?schoolId=FL17940 Let's go Panthers!
💙💛JOIN US TONIGHT, Tue 9/10💛💙
🐾Panther Prowl 8pm
🐾Gates open at 7pm
🐾Main Gate Only
🐾Stadium rules apply
🐾Concession snacks available
🐾FREE ADMISSION🤑
🐾Parking map shown here
🚫Jr High Scrimmage cancelled
🕧Remember we dismiss at 12:30 today!
PJSHS went on lockdown earlier due to a social media threat. Any reports of an active shooter are false.
Out of an abundance of caution, there will be extra security at the school for the remainder of the day. Please call if you have any questions.
Thank you!
Sr High Students-
The ASVAB is a career aptitude test. The results can provide insight into possible career opportunities that may suit your strengths and weaknesses. This test is used for military placement, but does NOT require military interest. If you are interested in taking the ASVAB this year, please email Mrs. Hanstein at khanstein@my.putnamschools.org by September 23.
Please save for reference to our testing dates at PJSHS. If you have any questions, please contact our testing coordinator, Mrs. Hanstein.
Seniors! If you need test scores to graduate, you may sign up for the non-reportable school day SAT.
The test is Wednesday, October 16.
Please pay $16 to Ms. Shawn Perry by FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 6.
See Mrs. Barber, Mrs. Motes, or Mrs. Hanstein for any questions.
11th grade students will have the opportunity to participate in the PSAT on October 16 during school.
The PSAT math can be used for graduation purposes. (The PSAT will NOT count towards reading scores for graduation).
PSAT scores can be used for scholarship purposes.
The cost of the test is $5 and must be paid by FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 6.
If you have any questions, please see Ms. Driggers or Mrs. Hanstein.
SEE YOU AT THE PIT! PALATKA VS. ST. AUGUSTINE AT 7PM! GATES OPEN AT 6PM! GATES CLOSE AT END OF 2ND QUARTER! BUY YOUR TICKETS ON GOFAN OR PAY CASH AT RAVINES GATE ONLY! ALL ELEMENTARY & JR HIGH STUDENTS MUST BE ACCOMPANIED BY AN ADULT! PLEASE REMEMBER, CLEAR BAGS ONLY AND CLEAR UNOPENED DRINK CONTAINERS ONLY! ***ALL PROTOCOLS POSTED ON OUR SCHOOL WEBSITE AND FACEBOOK PAGE.
2024-2025 CLASS SHIRTS - ORDER TODAY, before the online shop closes on August 19th! Go to the Website www.bsnteamsports.com and type in the Access Code for your child's Class; for example, P2025 would be Seniors. Students are encouraged to wear their class colors for school events, like pep rallies and parades, to show their school spirit! PANTHER PRIDE looks great on display!
