On this Patriot Day, we pay tribute to the heroes and victims who lost their lives on September 11, and we recommit ourselves to the spirit of unity, patriotism, and service that carried our Nation through in the days that followed. We will NEVER forget.
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Our PJSHS Student Council candidates are campaigning strong this week! Voting will occur on Sept. 11 so don't miss your chance to ☑️ the boxes for your choices!
Class of 2024
President
Jaylah Rasher
Makenzie Hutchinson
Amaris Mack
Vice President
Jalia Miles
Kaitlyn Sanders
Secretary
Jasmine Clark
Chloe Dasher
Class of 2025
President
Rhyann-Elise Chandler
Rileigh Stout
Vice President
Michael Allen
D'montay Barnes
Secretary
Leslie Alquisiras
Cherish Myles
Class of 2027
President
Noah McKinley
Hannah Faulkner
Jr High 7th Grade (Class of 2029)
President
Cadyn Hacker
Branson Moore
Vice President
Bodie Green
Raylee Mckinnon
SAVE THE DATE! ALL Putnam County students grades 7-12 are invited to attend! You don't want to miss this College & Career Night!
Over 50 colleges, universities, technical schools, military and local businesses and industries!
*Students at CCJSHS and IJSHS will have access to a bus for transportation (find out more at your school)!
Location: Palatka Jr. - Sr. High School Commons Area
Address: 302 Mellon Rd Palatka, FL 32177
Date: Tuesday, September 19, 2023
Time: 6:00PM-7:00PM
Parents and students, take advantage of these College 101 free webinars to help you get prepared for the next steps in creating the future you deserve.
A big Panther congratulations to Kyle Brown from class of 2023! He finished the Crucible after 54 hours and is now officially a U.S. Marine! 🇺🇸
All PCSD schools will be closed on Wednesday, August 30th and Thursday, August 31st. All extracurricular activities are cancelled beginning Tuesday, August 29th. Our plan is to resume all activities on Friday, September 1st.
The following shelters will open Tuesday, August 29th ay 5:00PM: Jenkins Elementary (general population), Ochwilla Elementary (pets), Kelley Smith Elementary (special needs only), Browning-Pearce Elementary (general population), Middleton-Burney Elementary (general population). The shelter at QI Roberts will NOT be open at this time.
We will continue to update you here with the latest information related to school operations. Please see Putnam County Emergency Management for local updates: https://main.putnam-fl.com/?page_id=48.
A decision on school closures and shelters will be made by the local emergency operations team later this afternoon. We will update you here with any news and information to assist the community. Thank you!
Congratulations to Brayden Myers and Joaquin Cordova for being recognized by the 2023 College Board Recognition Program! Brayden recieved the National Rural and Small Town Award while Joaquin received the National Hispanic Recognition Award and the National Rural and Small Town Award. Both of these students earned this honor by achieving a GPA of 3.5 or higher as well as achieving outstanding performances on the PSAT or AP exams. We are so proud!
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Putnam County School District, along with local law enforcement agencies, are working to make all events safe and secure for students, families, and community members.
Beginning Friday, August 25, 2023, new security procedures will be implemented for attendees to athletic events at Bennett-Cooper Field at Veterans Memorial Stadium:
Weapons are not permitted on any PCSD property, and each person entering will be screened with weapon detection devices.
Attendees may enter at the main gate on 18th Street and the southeast gate on Twigg Street across from Ravine Gardens entrance. The southwest gate will be closed. The northeast gate is an entrance for staff and players ONLY.
The main gate/18th Street accepts GoFan and debit cards for tickets. The Twigg Street/Ravines gate accepts GoFan, debit cards and CASH for tickets.
Gates open at 6:00PM. These new procedures will likely cause delays in entering the stadium. Please plan accordingly.
Thank you for your cooperation and patience, and Go Panthers!
Fryer’s Environmental Science Class doing a team building activity.
Jr High AVID elective classes getting our Panthers ready for a great year!
Jr High students are preparing for success through organization. Jr High students received and set up binders in first period classes this morning. The students will use them to stay organized in each class every day.
Mrs. Lands’ AVID students spread encouragement and gratitude across campus with creativity and style!
🏫✏️Welcome back to school!📚📓
#ShapingtheFuture #ProudtobePCSD
PJSHS Swim Team
There is a meeting, Thursday, May 11th at 5:00PM for all current and interested swimmers for the 2023-24 season.
Please join us for a Community Forum! April 11, 2023, 6:00PM, C.L. Overturf, Jr. District Center. Complete survey before April 10th to suggest topics of discussion: https://putnamschools.typeform.com/April2023
Florida Prepaid Enrollment is now open! Learn more about the most affordable way to save for college with inflation proof prepaid tuition plans by visiting http://bit.ly/3XySOfM
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#FloridaPrepaid
February 18th, 2023 at the Oaks Country Club in Crescent City.
Come have a slice of fun and get hooked with the Palatka Band Alliance! Your just a chip shot away from a great day!
Event Registration: https://bit.ly/3kThDEL
This message is for all Putnam County School District staff and families:
Due to the increased speed of the incoming storm, local emergency operations and district officials have made the decision to dismiss students one hour early today, Wednesday, November 9th. Please prepare to pick your child up from school or be at the bus stop one hour early. Please know students who are in 3rd grade or lower will not be released at the bus stop without a parent or guardian present. Those students will be returned to their school for supervision until someone can pick them up. We recognize this may be burdensome for many families, and appreciate your cooperation as we are working to staff and open shelters for our community members.
Thank you and stay safe!
All schools in Putnam County will be closed on Thurs., Nov. 10. All after-school activities and athletics are cancelled at the end of the school day, Wed., Nov. 9. Fri., Nov. 11 is a scheduled holiday for Veterans Day. We expect to have all schools open for students on Mon., Nov. 14. The following shelters will be open for the community beginning Wed., Nov. 9 at 6:00PM: Ochwilla Elementary School, Kelley Smith Elementary School, Browning-Pearce Elementary School, and Middleton-Burney Elementary School. Please follow Putnam County Emergency Management for ongoing information about the storm and shelters at: EOC.Putnam-fl.com. Thank you and stay safe!
PCSD EXCEL students are assisting with the Spooktacular Community Event at the Ravines on Saturday, October 29th! Students can save by purchasing tickets ahead at Palatka Jr-Sr High School for $4.00.
