Palatka Jr.-Sr. High School -

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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!

We would like to welcome students who wish to gather in remembrance of Robert Gillon to the PJSHS Gym this afternoon at 5:00PM. Local community and faith leaders will be there to provide words of comfort. We ask all media to stay in the parking area of Mellon Learning Center directly across the street from PJSHS. Thank you!

https://bakerssport-palatkafan24.itemorder.com/ PJSHS Panther swag ordering is open and ends on 8/31. All orders ship to the school, so they will need to be picked up here. Orders will be processed on 8/15, and 9/1. Get your personalized Panther jersey before our first game this season to cheer on "OUR PALATKA HIGH"! Panther families can put their MVP's jersey number on it or PHS alumni could put your graduation year on your jersey like our alumni staff!💙💛🐾

We are excited to welcome our students back August 12th for the 2024-25 school year! Please make sure your child's vaccines and physical examinations are up to date. Vaccinations can be obtained at your personal physician or the county health department. If your child requires prescription medication or a treatment during school hours, a current signed physician order is required. All over-the-counter medications require a signed parent consent form. Please visit the district's health services page for more information. For questions, call your child's school or the District at 386-329-0538. Thank you! https://www.putnamschools.org/page/health-services

Attention parents, guardians, and students: PJSHS offices will be closed the week of July 29th to work on finalizing scheduling and other school business before teachers and staff return the following week. Student schedules will be available on August 8th with Jr High 9-11am (7th grade parent orientation meeting at 8:30am in the gym) and Sr High 1-3pm. You may forward any urgent questions to Mrs. Bellamy at cbellamy@my.putnamschools.org Our offices will reopen on Monday, August 5th, for business as usual. Enjoy the rest of your summer break!

BACK TO SCHOOL 24-25 Let's get ready for the best year yet! Panthers, we are gearing up for your return on August 15th! Schedule pickup day is August 8th. Come to campus and grab your schedule, take a tour to plan your route from class to class, meet your teachers, and check out "Our Palatka High"! Families, take note of the many school supply events in and around town coming up soon!

FREE Test Prep Workshop with Mr. I from Test4Success! FREE Lunch Provided! August 5th from 10:00am-1:00pm PSAT Session (8th-9th Grade) August 7th 10:00am-1:00pm SAT/ACT Session (10th-12th Grade) If you have any questions contact Michelle Mikell (386) 329-0543 (Ext 1702)

Eight Panther cadets recently participated in the 5-day JCLC at Camp Shands 10-14 June. JCLC is designed to challenge the cadets by placing them in situations throughout the week that challenge their physical courage, mental and physical toughness, as well as their follower and leader skills; all with the intent to bring out the best in the cadet. PJSHS was well represented by the cadets in this training and we look forward to our JROTC program growing in numbers and opportunity under its new leadership with Col. Johnson this year! Cadets involved were:Jacob Beverly (12th Grade) David Apt (10th Grade) Rachel Dodd (12th Grade) Alexander Jones (11th Grade) Josalynn Bradshaw (10th Grade) Christopher Whitfield (9th Grade) Christian Ray-Dose (12th Grade) Adalina Akins (9th Grade)

Class of 2025, get ready to make it official, the start of your senior year! If you have any questions regarding your senior photos, please email Miss Kristy Thomas at k1thomas@my.putnamschools.org Leonard's will be on campus July 17th.

The Putnam County Family Resource Center is Palatka’s one-stop-shop for guided support to navigate local community social services including health care, mental health care, family and youth resources and more. Because no child, no family should face the tough times alone. https://chsfl.org/services/putnam-family-resource-center/

🌟 You're Invited! 🌟 Join the Putnam County School District for an exciting opportunity! 🎓 District-Wide Career Fair 📅 June 12th, 1:00 - 4:00 PM 🏫 Palatka Jr Sr High School Know someone looking for a job? Spread the word! Are you ready to take the next step in your career? Explore endless possibilities and join the PCSD family. Bring your resume and meet representatives from various fields. Let's come together to shape the future of Putnam County! See you there!