Thanks to the generosity of Florida Power & Light and our incredible partners at the Northeast Florida Regional STEM2 Hub, PCSD students will soon get hands-on with the future of tech! 🤖✨ Pepper is a four-foot-tall, interactive robot that uses advanced AI to engage students in learning about STEM in exciting new ways. This partnership is bringing real-world, future-ready learning to Putnam County—and we can’t wait to see the impact! 📸 Pictured: Melissa Wright & Kathleen Schofield (STEM2Hub), Ashley McCool (PCSD), Sarah Marmion & Carol Saviak (FPL) with Pepper and the PCSD STEM van! Read more about Pepper: https://www.putnamschools.org/article/2136194 #ProudtobePCSD
24 days ago, Putnam County School District
Pepper
📣 FINAL CALL! 📣 Nominations for the 2025 Product of Putnam close at midnight! 💙 Don’t miss your chance to recognize an incredible PCSD graduate who lives, works, and gives back right here in Putnam County! Teachers 🍎, healthcare heroes 🏥, farmers 🚜, first responders 🚓, and more — if they started in our schools and now shape the future of our community, we want to honor them! 🏆 Honorees will be featured in the Palatka Daily News, on social media, and at their alma mater high school’s graduation ceremony 🎓 📝 Nominate now: https://putnamschools.org/forms/2025-product-of-putnam-nomination-form 🔗 Learn more: https://www.putnamschools.org/page/product-of-putnam Let’s show the world why we’re #ProudtobePCSD! 🙌
24 days ago, Putnam County School District
Product of Putnam Last Call
We are beyond proud to announce that Ally Anderson, Robert H. Jenkins, Jr. Elementary School's incredible 1st grade teacher and Teacher of the Year representative, has been awarded a $50,000 FPL Classroom Makeover Grant! 💻📚🔬 Thanks to FPL and The Education Foundation of Putnam County, Ms. Anderson’s classroom will soon be transformed into a high-tech, STEM-powered learning space that will open new doors for our students! 🌟 This morning’s surprise celebration included students, school & district leaders, School Board members, county commissioners, local elected officials, and FPL representatives — all there to honor Ms. Anderson’s hard work and vision for the future. 💙 👏 We are so proud of you Ally! 📖 Read the full story: https://www.putnamschools.org/article/2133611 #ProudtobePCSD
25 days ago, Putnam County School District
FLP Classroom Grant
FPL Classroom Grant
Florida Prepaid College Savings Plans Open Enrollment is here! Now through April 30, 2025, you can lock in the cost of college for less with a Florida 529 Prepaid Plan. With affordable, fixed monthly payments, saving for college has never been easier. Prepaid Plans are: • Risk-free – guaranteed by the State of Florida so you can never lose your investment. • Flexible – value can be used at schools nationwide. • Affordable – fixed monthly payments allow you to buy one year at a time to fit your budget and savings goals. Learn more at https://bit.ly/40ZUNy4
25 days ago, Putnam County School District
Florida Prepaid
We’re thrilled to announce that Browning-Pearce Elementary School has been recognized as an Imagine Learning School of Honor! 🏆 This prestigious recognition celebrates the incredible work of Principal Yolanda Brady and her dedicated team for their outstanding implementation of Imagine Language & Literacy—supporting student growth in Reading, Writing, Speaking, and Listening. A huge THANK YOU to our amazing educators for going above and beyond to help students shine! Your hard work and commitment to excellence are truly making a difference. #ProudtobePCSD
28 days ago, Putnam County School District
BPES School of Honor
BPES School of Honor
🎉 Congratulations to our 2025 Putnam County Top Scholars! 🎉 We are so proud of the 124 outstanding students who have demonstrated excellence in academics, leadership, and service. A special congratulations to Madalene Hodge, this year’s recipient of the Robert W. Webb Award of Excellence, for their remarkable achievements! 👏✨ Your hard work and dedication inspire us all. Keep striving for greatness! 🌟 📸 Check out highlights from the ceremony here: https://www.putnamschools.org/article/2124454 #ProudtobePCSD
29 days ago, Putnam County School District
Top Scholar
Top Scholar
Dedication is standing in the parking lot—rain or shine—making sure parents have the opportunity to complete our 2025 Spring Title I Survey! ☂️📊 Mike has been in the parking lot at Robert H. Jenkins, Jr. Elementary School every afternoon, QR code sign in hand, rocking his umbrella hat, all to ensure YOUR voice is heard. 🗣️ PCSD Parents, Staff, and Students, we need YOU to take a few minutes to complete the survey! 💬 Your feedback is confidential and makes a difference! 📅 Survey closes on April 10, 2025 🔗 Click here to take the survey: https://putnamschools.typeform.com/to/wQXumb4K If you’ve already completed the survey, thank you! Please encourage others to do the same. #ProudtobePCSD
29 days ago, Putnam County School District
Mike Greenan
2025 PCSD Top Scholar Awards Ceremony! 🎓✨ Join us tonight at 7:00PM as we celebrate the hard work and achievements of our 2025 Putnam County Top Scholars! 🎉 Tune in live to honor these outstanding students and see who will receive the prestigious Robert W. Webb Award of Excellence. 🎥 Watch live here: https://www.youtube.com/live/ZhSYqV_1cMQ Don’t miss this special night of recognition! 👏 #ProudtobePCSD
29 days ago, Putnam County School District
Top Scholar
🎉⚾ A Legacy of Champions! ⚾🎉 Step back in time and celebrate the incredible journey of our Regional & State Champion Baseball Teams from 1963, 1965, and 1966! 🏆⚾ This tribute honors the players, the passion, and the victories that shaped baseball history in our community. Watch the full tribute now: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rfJTB8RhcvU #ProudtobePCSD ⚾🔥
30 days ago, Putnam County School District
Regional Champions
💜 April is the Month of the Military Child, a time to honor the strength, resilience, and sacrifices of our military-connected students and their families. These young heroes navigate unique challenges as their loved ones serve our country, and we are grateful for their courage and dedication. To our military families in PCSD—thank you for your service and sacrifice. Your strength inspires us, and we are committed to ensuring every military-connected student feels supported, valued, and appreciated. 🇺🇸💙 #ProudtobePCSD
30 days ago, Putnam County School District
Month of the Military Child
🌟 Happy Paraprofessional Appreciation Day! 🌟 Today, we’re shining a spotlight on our incredible paraprofessionals—the dedicated support staff who make a world of difference in our classrooms every day. Their commitment to our students and teachers is truly invaluable. Thank you for your hard work and heart! 💙📚 #ProudtobePCSD
30 days ago, Putnam County School District
Paraprofessional Day
The Pulse: PCSD Podcast Superintendent Rick Surrency discusses the educational side of Putnam's beloved Bartram Frolic on this weeks episode of The Pulse. The Bartram Frolic is an educational event designed to immerse second graders in history through interactive experiences. With over 5,000 second grade students participating over the past seven years, it's clearly had a significant impact. Be sure to tune in weekly as we engage employees, students, and community members in topics surrounding education in Putnam County. Listen here: www.putnamschools.org/page/the-pulse Watch here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9-bWECJybMo #ProudtobePCSD
30 days ago, Putnam County School District
The Pulse
💙✨ Join us as we #LightItUpBlue for Autism Awareness! ✨💙 📅 April 2, 2025 🕠 5:30 - 6:30 PM 📍 C.L. Overturf Jr. District Center Gym (1100 S 18TH STREET, PALATKA, FL 32177) Come and explore valuable resources covering education, medical needs, sensory support, and everyday essentials. Plus, enjoy door prizes & refreshments! Presented by Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. - Zeta Mu Zeta Chapter in partnership with Putnam County Schools ESE Department. Let’s come together to support, learn, and celebrate! 💙 #ProudtobePCSD
about 1 month ago, Putnam County School District
Light it up BLUE
PCSD's Pre-K Registration is now open for the 2025-2026 school year! If your child will be 4 years old on or before September 1, 2025, they are eligible to enroll in our high-quality Pre-K program. Our Pre-K classes are available at: 📍 Central Area: Mellon Learning Center 📍 West End: Robert H. Jenkins Elementary, Ochwilla Elementary, Melrose Elementary 📍 South End: Middleton-Burney Elementary To get started, complete the Pre-K Application and obtain a Certificate of Eligibility from the state of Florida. Instructions and necessary links can be found on our website: https://www.putnamschools.org/page/pre-k 💡 Key Details: ✔️ The State of Florida covers the first 3.5 hours of Pre-K. ✔️ A full-day program is available for $180 per month (financial assistance is available). ✔️ Applications are available at Pre-K school sites and the PCSD Pre-K Office (301 Mellon Rd, Palatka, FL). Secure your child’s spot today! For questions, call our Pre-K Office at (386) 312-4906. #ProudtobePCSD #ShapingtheFuture
about 1 month ago, Putnam County School District
Pre-K Registration
Students from the Interlachen Jr. Sr. High School Aerospace program recently embarked on an exciting field trip to the Palatka Municipal Airport, where they were treated to an educational and inspiring experience centered around aviation. If they didn’t have a passion for aviation before, they definitely found it today! To read more about this great adventure, click here.: https://www.putnamschools.org/article/2112289 #ProudtobePCSD
about 1 month ago, Putnam County School District
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The Pulse: PCSD Podcast Superintendent Rick Surrency talks about the Catfish Festival on this weeks episode of The Pulse. This annual event occurs on the first Saturday of April (this year it will be April 5th, 2025), located in Crescent City, Florida at Eva Lyons Park. The festival starts at 10:00am, the parade commences at 11:00am and live entertainment begins around 12:30pm and continues throughout the day. Be sure to tune in weekly as we engage employees, students, and community members in topics surrounding education in Putnam County. Listen here: www.putnamschools.org/page/the-pulse Watch here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mCbXvCC0dOs #ProudtobePCSD
about 1 month ago, Putnam County School District
The Pulse
School Board Meeting 03/25/2025 at 3:30PM. Join us in person or tune in LIVE via Youtube here: https://youtube.com/live/t5RAK0y6Ews #ProudtobePCSD
about 1 month ago, Putnam County School District
School Board Meeting
Please join us at our April Superintendent’s Community Engagement Session! Session will be held in CCJSHS Cafeteria on Thursday, April 10th at 6:00PM. Meeting is also offered via Zoom for those unable to attend in person. Meeting ID: 227 750 3147 Passcode: 3fT8qW Staff, families, and community members are encouraged to attend! We would love your participation and input! Please reach out to Michelle Mikell (mmikell@my.putnamschools.org) for more information. #ProudtobePCSD
about 1 month ago, Putnam County School District
SCES
SCES
Are you ready to shape the future? The Putnam County School District (PCSD) invites you to our District-Wide Career Fair on April 22, 2025, from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM at the C.L. Overturf Jr. District Center (951 Moseley Avenue, Palatka, FL). We’re hiring for a wide variety of positions, including: 👩‍🏫 Teachers: Elementary, Secondary, Reading, ESE, CTE, Math, Science 🧠 Student Support Services: School Psychologists, Speech-Language Therapists, Occupational Therapists, Mental Health Counselors 🚌 Support Staff: Bus Drivers & Attendants, School Food Service, Paraprofessionals, Mechanics, Electricians, Laborers, Carpenters, LPNs, Substitutes & MORE! Come meet our team, explore career opportunities, and find out how you can make a difference in the lives of students across Putnam County. 🎉 Bonus: Enjoy FREE Sassy’s Lemonade for all event participants! (One voucher per participant – must be used during the event.) We’re looking for passionate, dedicated individuals ready to join a district committed to Shaping the Future. Will you be one of them? Mark your calendar, spread the word, and we’ll see you there! #ProudtobePCSD
about 1 month ago, Putnam County School District
Career Fair
REMINDER! Monday, March 24th, is a Teacher Planning Day which means NO SCHOOL for students! #ProudtobePCSD
about 1 month ago, Putnam County School District
Student Holiday