NEW for 2026-27!
Online Payments are now available through the Infinite Campus Parent Portal.
Online payments are a simple, safe and secure way to make payments to your student's account 24 hours a day at your convenience.
You can add payments through the Infinite Campus Parent Portal. Payments can be made with credit card or electronic check. Credit cards will include a processing fee. A minimal transaction fee of .35 cents will be added to each electronic check transaction.
Parents are able to view student account balances, purchases and payment history online, and even receive low balance alerts, or enroll in autopay. You do not have to make prepayments to use many of these features.
Login to your parent portal at: https://campus.pickens.k12.ga.us/campus/portal/pickens.jsp
Once logged in go to Food Service on the left panel.
If you are having difficulty logging in, please email parentportal@pickenscountyschools.org and include your name, your student's name and their date of birth.
Online Payments are now available through the Infinite Campus Parent Portal.
Online payments are a simple, safe and secure way to make payments to your student's account 24 hours a day at your convenience.
You can add payments through the Infinite Campus Parent Portal. Payments can be made with credit card or electronic check. Credit cards will include a processing fee. A minimal transaction fee of .35 cents will be added to each electronic check transaction.
Parents are able to view student account balances, purchases and payment history online, and even receive low balance alerts, or enroll in autopay. You do not have to make prepayments to use many of these features.
Login to your parent portal at: https://campus.pickens.k12.ga.us/campus/portal/pickens.jsp
Once logged in go to Food Service on the left panel.
If you are having difficulty logging in, please email parentportal@pickenscountyschools.org and include your name, your student's name and their date of birth.
Our school buses will be on the road bright and early tomorrow! Please help us keep our students safe.
As we prepare for a new school year, the Pickens County School District Licensed Nurses and Dragon Care School-Based Health Center are ready to serve students, families, and staff to promote health and learning.
Together, we are committed to achieving student wellness and academic success by providing quality, accessible health care that nurtures wellness, supports growth, and addresses the physical and behavioral health needs of our students and staff.
7:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Serving Students. Supporting Families. Strengthening Our Community.
Together, we are committed to achieving student wellness and academic success by providing quality, accessible health care that nurtures wellness, supports growth, and addresses the physical and behavioral health needs of our students and staff.
7:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Serving Students. Supporting Families. Strengthening Our Community.
If you haven't already done so, please click the link below to apply for free and reduced school meals.
https://www.pickens.k12.ga.us/o/pcs/page/free-reduced-meals
https://www.pickens.k12.ga.us/o/pcs/page/free-reduced-meals
The first day of school for our students is coming quickly!
Open Houses begin TOMORROW! We can't wait to see everyone back in our schools!
We held our 2026-2027 Kickoff Meeting this morning at PHS.
This year's theme is Elevate, and that's exactly what we plan to do!
From inspiring messages from our district leaders to connecting with colleagues and welcoming our newest team members, the energy in PAC made one thing clear: it's going to be a great year for Pickens County students.
A special thank you to Shottenkirk Ford Jasper for providing some amazing door prizes!
Thank you to every employee who makes Pickens County School District such a special place. We can't wait to welcome our students back and begin another year of learning, growth, and success. We are ready for you, Dragons!
This year's theme is Elevate, and that's exactly what we plan to do!
From inspiring messages from our district leaders to connecting with colleagues and welcoming our newest team members, the energy in PAC made one thing clear: it's going to be a great year for Pickens County students.
A special thank you to Shottenkirk Ford Jasper for providing some amazing door prizes!
Thank you to every employee who makes Pickens County School District such a special place. We can't wait to welcome our students back and begin another year of learning, growth, and success. We are ready for you, Dragons!
We hope you enjoy a wonderful day with family and friends as we celebrate our nation's independence. Happy Fourth of July!
The PCSD Central Office will be closed this week.
Pickens County School District values your input. Please join us to review the District Improvement and Parent and Family Engagement Plans on Wednesday, June 10th at 8:30 am or 4:30 pm in the Teaching and Learning Building located at 91 D B Carroll Street. If you have any questions, please contact Anita Walker at 706-253-1700 or anitawalker@pickenscountyschools.org
Pickens County School District has put together a variety of resources to support your child this summer, including learning activities and food assistance opportunities.
For more information about summer resources and meal options, please visit:
Pickens County School District Summer Resources
For more information about summer resources and meal options, please visit:
Pickens County School District Summer Resources
Our Leadership Academy team, alongside our instructional coaches, has been working hard planning and preparing for the official rollout of our Portrait of a Graduate. This project will align our focus in grades K-12 on the characteristics we want all graduating Dragons to possess. We are excited to share the activities, conversations, and lessons with our teachers and students as we strive to build well-rounded students to lead and serve beyond our schools!
Calling all rising Kindergarten students! Register now! For more information, please visit our Kindergarten Registration page at https://www.pickens.k12.ga.us/o/pcs/page/kindergarten-enrollment
Pickens County School District values your input. Please join us to review the District Improvement and Parent and Family Engagement Plans on Wednesday, June 10th at 8:30 am or 4:30 pm in the Teaching and Learning Building located at 91 D B Carroll Street. If you have any questions, please contact Anita Walker at 706-253-1700 or anitawalker@pickenscountyschools.org
What a special group! We were proud to recognize our 2026 retirees at the May Board Meeting and celebrate the many years they have dedicated to the Pickens County School District. Your hard work and commitment have made a lasting impression on the students, staff, and families of Dragon Nation! Congratulations on your retirement. We hope it's filled with family, travel, hobbies, and relaxation!
Rhonda Lane - HCES
Kimberly Lunn - HES
Marty Bruce - HES
Melissa Griffeth - JMS
Rosemary Nelson - JMS
Kimberly Caron - PJHS
Sonja Gordy - PJHS
Kimberly Pack - PJHS
Mary Perdue - PJHS
Julie Todd - PHS
Lisa Payne - PHS
David Ashworth - Bus Driver
Anita Walker - CO
Summer meals are available at no cost to children 18 and under. Free summer meals start June 1st and end July 16th, 2026 at the following location:
Pickens High School - 500 Dragon Drive, Jasper
Monday - Thursday from 11:00 to 11:30
Pick up is located inside the school in the hallway between the cafeteria and the weight training room. Enter the school at the outdoor courtyard entrance on the side of the school facing the tennis courts and baseball field.
Closed the week of June 29th - July 3rd
Pickens High School - 500 Dragon Drive, Jasper
Monday - Thursday from 11:00 to 11:30
Pick up is located inside the school in the hallway between the cafeteria and the weight training room. Enter the school at the outdoor courtyard entrance on the side of the school facing the tennis courts and baseball field.
Closed the week of June 29th - July 3rd
PCSD Summer Hours
Happy Last Day of School! As we wrap up another amazing school year in PCSD, we hope everyone has a safe, relaxing and well-deserved summer!
And congratulations to the Class of 2026! We are all proud of your accomplishments and are excited to see the impact you will make beyond PCSD!
Go Dragons!
And congratulations to the Class of 2026! We are all proud of your accomplishments and are excited to see the impact you will make beyond PCSD!
Go Dragons!
On the school calendar for the 2025-2026 school year, the last day of school on Friday, May 22nd is a half day. This was done to ensure a smooth and timely conclusion to the school year, as well as efficient transportation for both students and graduation attendees for the Class of 2026's graduation ceremony that evening.
Dismissal Times for Friday, May 22nd
Pickens High School and Pickens Junior High will have a 11:15 dismissal.
All remaining schools (Harmony, Hill City, Tate and Jasper Middle) will have a 11:30 dismissal.
Graduation will be Friday, May 22nd at 7:00 PM at Pickens High School stadium.
Dismissal Times for Friday, May 22nd
Pickens High School and Pickens Junior High will have a 11:15 dismissal.
All remaining schools (Harmony, Hill City, Tate and Jasper Middle) will have a 11:30 dismissal.
Graduation will be Friday, May 22nd at 7:00 PM at Pickens High School stadium.
Pickens County School District values your input. Please join us to review the District Improvement and Parent and Family Engagement Plans on Wednesday, June 10th at 8:30 am or 4:30 pm in the Teaching and Learning Building located at 91 D B Carroll Street. If you have any questions, please contact Anita Walker at 706-253-1700 or anitawalker@pickenscountyschools.org