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MLC Shirts.

Our MLC Panther Paw shirts will be on sale through Friday, September 5th. Shirts can be purchased online at https://putnamschools.revtrak.net/ (see code below) or paid with cash at the school. If paying in cash, please send this form, along with the money, in an envelope. If you have already ordered a shirt, you do not need to do anything.

Child’s Name: __________________________________________________
Child’s Teacher: ________________________________________________

Shirt Size(Youth): XS S M L XL

SAVE THE DATE for all these events:
Tuesday, September 9th
4:00 p.m. - SAC Meeting (Media Center)
4:30 p.m. - Title 1 Meeting (Media Center)
5:00-6:00 p.m. - Open House
6:00-7:00 p.m. - Parent Night at the Scholastic Book Fair (Media Center)

More Information To Come!

Mellon Learning Center will be celebrating Grandparents on Friday, September 5th from 9:30 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. in your child’s classroom. Due to space constraints, only 2 people per child will be able to attend. You must pre-register for this day. You can either visit https://forms.gle/RKfupFJGp1eZHzKLA or you can scan the QR code below to sign up. Sign ups will close on Friday, August 29th.

We would like to extend a very big Thank You to the church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints in St. John's County for there very generous donation of nap mats, baby and cleaning wipes, and multiple school supplies for our students.

🎒 Back to School & Tax‑Free Savings Coming Soon!

The State of Florida’s Back‑to‑School Sales Tax Holiday runs August 1–31, 2025! Families can save on qualifying school supplies, clothing, shoes, and more — tax free all month long!

We’re sharing this info to help support our PCSD families as they prepare for the new school year. Learn more about eligible items here: https://floridarevenue.com/backtoschool

Need your child’s supply list?
Find school and grade-level lists in one spot: https://www.putnamschools.org/page/school-supply-central

Looking for Meet & Greet / Orientation Dates & Times? Check the district schedule by school here: https://www.putnamschools.org/o/pcsd/page/orientation-dates-times

Tip: Teachers often share classroom-specific supply needs during Meet & Greet events, so it’s a great time to attend and prepare for Day 1!

#ProudtobePCSD

Join Palatka Police Department for National Night Out

Meet the Teacher is Thursday August 7, 2025. ~VPK begins @ 9am in the cafeteria for a parent meeting. ~Pre K 3's and 4's in the classroom. Signs will be posted at the gates with class list. ~Our K-12 1pm - 2pm in the classroom.

VPK-Pre K school supply list.

Parents this is a generalized school supply list for our K to 12 classrooms. Each teacher may have a list of a few other needed items for their specific room.

As we get ready to welcome students back on August 11th for the 2025–2026 school year, we encourage all families to prioritize student health and safety now. Please ensure your child’s required vaccinations and physical examinations are up to date before the first day of school. Vaccinations can be completed through your child’s healthcare provider or the Putnam County Health Department. If your student will need prescription medication or treatments during school hours, please provide a current, signed physician order. Over-the-counter medications require a signed parent consent form. For detailed health requirements and resources, visit our district Health Services page: https://www.putnamschools.org/page/health-services Thank you for helping us keep our students healthy, safe, and ready to learn!

🚌✨ The GABBIE Bus Came to Camp! ✨🚌 Our summer camp had an amazing day with a special visit from the GABBIE Bus – and what a fun and educational experience it was! Our campers learned all about staying healthy in the most interactive way: 🧼 They discovered how germs spread and the importance of handwashing – scrubbing those hands clean. 🦷 They practiced brushing their teeth properly and learned how to keep those smiles bright and healthy! while singing the Happy Birthday song 🎶 🐮🐷 And the fun didn’t stop there – they got up close with some adorable stuffed farm animals and learned all about them. A huge thank you to the GABBIE Bus team for making health education so engaging and memorable for our campers. 💚 #SummerCampFun #HealthyHabits #GABBIEBusVisit #HappyCampers #HandwashingHeroes #FarmAnimalFriends

Please enjoy this video of our 2025 Graduates. Follow the link to watch. https://youtu.be/xp4MCHdJidk

We are SO proud of Mellon Learning Center's Principal, Tracy Taylor! She was honored today at the Florida TaxWatch Principal Leadership Awards ceremony for her exceptional leadership, dedication, and positive impact on students and staff. Please join us in congratulating her on this well-deserved recognition! Read more about her achievement here: https://www.putnamschools.org/o/pcsd/article/2048434 #ProudtobePCSD

Pleaase join us for our next Student Advisory Council Meeting , Thursday April 3rd at 3:30 in the Media Center.

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

Resilient Roots Join us for a family therapy group, Hosted by our PCSD Mental Wellness Department

📢 PCSD Parents, Staff & Students – We Need Your Input! We are conducting our 2025 Spring Title I Survey, and your feedback matters! As a Title I school district, we receive federal funding to support student success, and your responses help us improve our Parent and Family Engagement Program. Take a few minutes to complete the survey and help shape the future of PCSD! 🏫✨ 📅 Survey open from March 21 – April 10, 2025 🔗 Click here to take the survey or scan the QR Code in the flyer: https://putnamschools.typeform.com/to/wQXumb4K ✅ Thank you for your support! 💙 #ProudtobePCSD

Congratulations to our Pre-K winners of the 1st Annual Coloring Pages Contest! Hosted by the Putnam County Fair. Each class showcased their creativity by crafting unique dioramas, making the competition both fun and inspiring. Check out some of their amazing creations below! 👇 1st-hay and animals - Madeline Billhimer 2nd-bunnies and ferris wheel - Amanda Harvey 3rd-popcorn - Dana Gornto

On Wednesday March 11, 2025 we took class photos. If you would like to purchase one the cost is $10. They can be purchase with cash in the front office or online thru Friday March 14, 2025 @ https://putnamschools.revtrak.net/MLC/#/list

Please help us in celebrating Read Across America. Please see the flyer posted for each day Monday March 3rd thru Friday March 7th.