The Palatka Jr.- Sr. High School Guidance Departments ultimate goal is for all students to graduate with the competencies necessary to make self-directed, realistic and responsible decisions and to be successful contributors to society. We are dedicated to guiding and counseling individual students and groups through the development of academic, personal/social and career plans. Contacting counselors by e-mail, phone calls or scheduling a conference are all options available to parents and students to answer their questions and concerns throughout the school year.
Guidance Counselors
Mail:
Palatka Jr.-Sr. High School
Attn: Guidance
302 Mellon Road
Palatka, FL 32177
Phone:
386.329.0584
Fax:
386.329.0584
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Announcements
Student Registration
Registration for the 2024-25 school year is underway. Please reference our Curriculum Guide and Registration Form to select your classes. Once you complete the registration form, please return it to the guidance office so that we can create your schedule.
Incoming 7th graders that missed class registration at your school, please contact the guidance department at PJSHS so we can get your course requests into Skyward.
New students, please contact the guidance department to fill out enrollment paperwork and select classes for next year.
If your child misses the registration date at their school, please contact PJSHS about registering for classes before June 10.
ACT & SAT Testing
ACT Testing
The ACT is a standardized test used for college admissions in the United States. The ACT test covers four academic skill areas: English, mathematics, reading, and scientific reasoning. It also offers an optional direct writing test.
SAT Testing
The SAT is a college entrance exam used in the United States. The three-hour exam covers math, reading, and writing, and gives admissions officers a tangible measure of students' college readiness.
Graduation Requirements
Students have multiple options under Florida law to earn a high school diploma. Most students at Palatka High School earn the standard 24 credit or 18 credit diploma. Students entering in 9th grade are placed on the 24 credit diploma track and select classes toward that diploma. Students may at any time choose to move to the 18 credit diploma and should meet with their school counselor if they wish to change to that track.
For more detailed and up to date information about graduation options and Florida law, please visit the Florida Department of Education website.