Did you know that you have access to the "See Something, Send Something" digital reporting app? “See Something, Send Something” provides a platform to capture a photo of suspicious activity or send in information with written text. Information received in the app is sent directly to the Georgia Information Sharing and Analysis Center (GISAC) where the tips can be evaluated and provided to law enforcement across the state as needed. The application is available at no cost for iPhone and Android phone users, as well as iPad users.
Today is National First Responders Day. PCSD would like to thank you all for your service to our schools and community.
Join our schools as we celebrate Red Ribbon Week - a week that highlights the importance of living a drug-free life. It presents an opportunity for parents, educators, and communities to reinforce the drug-free messages they share with their children throughout the year. Let's spread the message that prevention works and that we can make a difference in our communities.
Congratulations to Hill City Elementary School for having the best student attendance for the month of September!
PCSD would like to thank Chief Deputy Hall with Pickens County Sheriff’s Office for his assistance with part of PCSD's annual safety training and for spending a full day in each of our schools, and with District staff, reviewing lockdown and active intruder procedures and answering any questions that they had.
Congratulations to PCSD's Communications Specialist, Jennifer Wilson, who received two silver awards from the Georgia School Public Relations Association (GSPRA) for her CTAE Pathways videography series and the District's new website redesign.
This month, PCSD's Organization Spotlight goes to JMS. They wanted to spotlight their partnership with the Chevy Back to School Program and the opportunities it provides for enriching our children's academic experiences!
October 21-25 is School Bus Safety Week. Here are some tips to keep our students and you safe.
Dr. Thomas held the first meeting of the Superintendent's Student Advisory Council this morning. Twelve students, two each from 7th-12th grades, were selected to serve on this Council to meet with Dr. Thomas throughout the school year to discuss issues related to our schools, as well as ways to make our district better.
Congratulations to Jasper Middle School for having the best staff attendance for the month of September!
PCSD is hiring for a maintenance electrician.
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Pickens High's class of 2024 beat the national average on the ACT in every subject area, as well as in the average composite. The district's highest scores were in reading. Pickens High's class of 2024 recorded an average reading score of 22.1, compared to the national average of 20.1.
Congratulations to Brenda Hamby of Harmony Elementary School for being October's Paraprofessional Dragon Award winner!
Congratulations to Ellie Nolad, a student from Jasper Middle School, for being October's Dragon Award winner!
Pickens County School District is pleased to announce that it has earned the 2024 Quality School Board recognition from the Georgia School Boards Association (GSBA).
This recognition reflects the board’s commitment to maintaining essential governance practices and fostering an environment where effective leadership supports student success. The Quality level acknowledges school boards that meet core standards of governance and leadership, ensuring a foundation for continued district improvement and progress.
Pickens County School District is hiring for a Pickens High School Nurse.
For more information, check out our job opportunities at: https://www.applitrack.com/pickens/onlineapp/default.aspx?all=1?embed=1
Just a reminder that today is a virtual day for PCSD students to allow for parent/teacher conferences.
October 9th is National Stop Bullying Day. Everyone has a role to play in preventing bullying. Talk to your kids about what bullying is and how to stand up to it safely. Tell kids bullying is unacceptable and make sure they know how to get help. Keep the lines of communication open by knowing their friends, asking about school, and understanding their concerns. And, finally, model how to treat others with kindness and respect.
Elanor Barfield, a 4th grade student at Tate Elementary is PCSD’s student spotlight for October. Elanor’s teachers say she is kind, helpful, and hardworking. She always tries her best and she always wears a smile. Way to go Elanor!
Pickens County School District is hiring for a Pickens High School Nurse.
For more information, check out our job opportunities at: https://www.applitrack.com/pickens/onlineapp/default.aspx?all=1?embed=1
