Congratulations to Tate Elementary for having the best student attendance for the month of April!!

PCSD would like to wish a Happy Mother's Day to all the moms out there!

PCSD’s Partners in Education program would like to give a huge thank you to Tutton CDJR of Jasper as they have announced that they will gift a 1-year vehicle lease to our 2025-2026 Pickens County School District Teacher of the Year! We are thrilled and so grateful for their incredible support of our schools and community.
Keep an eye out for those shiny new Tutton CDJR of Jasper vehicles that have taken up residence at your student’s school this week. And stay tuned to find out who will be named the 2025-26 Pickens County School District Teacher of the Year, to be announced on May 13th.



Happy School Communicators Day! Thank you for keeping our PCSD Community
informed, engaged and connected - every day!

To ensure a smooth and timely conclusion to the school year and final day of school, as well as efficient transportation for both students and graduation attendees, we will release two hours early on Friday, May 23rd, for all students across the district.
New Dismissal Times for Friday, May 23rd:
• Pickens High School and Pickens Junior High - 12:15 dismissal
• All remaining schools (Harmony, Hill City, Tate and Jasper Middle) - 12:30 dismissal
Graduation will be Friday, May 23rd at 7:00 PM at Pickens High School stadium.
Please note that regular bus routes will run at the earlier dismissal time; buses will then be redeployed to support graduation shuttle services later in the day.

Important Update: The May 8, 2025 regular monthly board meetings of the Pickens County Board of Education will be held in the auditorium at Pickens Junior High School, 1802 Refuge Road, Jasper, Georgia. The called meeting will begin at 4:00 PM with the regular monthly meeting beginning at 5:00 PM.

Help Drive our Future! Pickens County School District is now hiring bus drivers. Apply today!
https://www.applitrack.com/pickens/onlineapp/_application.aspx?posJobCodes=187&posFirstChoice=Transportation&posSpecialty=Bus%20Driver

Please join PCSD in thanking our wonderful principals who work tirelessly to support students, staff, and families. Their dedication, leadership, and strong connection to the community are critical to ensure high quality learning, and student and staff success.

PCSD is thrilled to shine the spotlight on one of the first friendly faces you see when you walk into Harmony Elementary — Judy Mayfield!
With a warm smile and a heart of gold, Judy keeps their front office running smoothly and makes everyone feel welcome. Whether she’s answering phones, greeting students and families, or lending a helping hand wherever it's needed, Judy brings kindness and calm to every part of her day.
Thank you, Mrs. Judy, for all you do! Your dedication, patience, and positivity are appreciated more than words can say. We’re so lucky to have you as part of our school family!

Veterans, current military members, and the public are invited to join us on Wednesday, April 30th, at 6pm in the PAC at PHS to honor our Class of 2025 Military Graduates!

Congratulations to Tate Elementary School for having the best staff attendance for the month of March!

Important vaccination requirements for school:
Rising 7th Graders: Must have a Tdap booster and a meningococcal vaccine (MCV4) or submit a medical/religious waiver.
Rising 11th Graders: Need a meningococcal conjugate vaccine (MCV4) booster unless the first dose was received on or after their 16th birthday. A waiver is also required if the booster isn't given.
To support our families, the health department will offer in-school immunizations on Thursday, May 1, 2025, for current 6th and 10th grade students. More details will be sent via email. For questions, contact your school's clinic.

Happy Administrative Professionals Day to the unsung heroes who keep the gears turning, the paperwork flowing, and the office humming with efficiency. Thank you!

Veterans, current military members, and the public are invited to join us on Wednesday, April 30th, at 6pm in the PAC at PHS to honor our Class of 2025 Military Graduates!

Join us this evening to network and learn about job opportunities here at Pickens County School District! April 22nd, from 6-8 p.m. at Pickens High School. See you there!

Every Kid Healthy Week is celebrated in schools across the nation every year during the last week of April. It helps communities learn more about how being healthy can help students do better in school and helping schools do a great job supporting healthy kids. We can all work together to make healthy choices, like cooking healthy foods and doing fun activities. Let’s make sure all kids have a bright and healthy future!

April 21-25th is Public School Volunteer Week! Please join PCSD in this weeklong celebration honoring the contributions of our wonderful volunteers in our public schools. We recognize and celebrate the hard work and dedication of individuals who give their time and resources to support public education. Thank you volunteers!

Join us for an evening of networking and job opportunities here at Pickens County School District! We are hosting a job fair on April 22nd, from 6-8 p.m. at Pickens High School. See you there!

Pickens County School District wishes our students, staff and community a blessed Easter Day!


