23 YEARS IN THE MAKING! 🏈💙💛
For the first time since 2003, YOUR Palatka Panthers are HOSTING A STATE PLAYOFF GAME! We’re hosting the Godby High School Cougars this Friday, and we need the entire Panther Nation to pack the stands and bring the noise!
With a huge crowd expected, arrive early and review the game day details below:
⏰ GAME DAY SCHEDULE
5:00 PM — Parking Lots Open ($5 cash; Reserved Parking passes honored - see map for parking lot locations)
6:00 PM — Stadium Gates Open
7:00 PM — Kickoff!
🎟️ TICKET & SEATING INFO
General Admission: $10 — Purchase in advance on GoFan!
Reserved Seating: Annual Reserved Seating passes WILL be honored. Additional reserved seats available at the gate for $15.
🛡️ SAFETY FIRST
All fans will pass through security screening prior to stadium entry.
Please check out our website for stadium policies:
https://pjshs.putnamschools.org/o/phs/page/athletics
Wear your Blue & Gold, arrive early, and let’s defend home turf! 🐾🔥
It's game time! Please visit our PJSHS Athletics website for more detailed information on our scheduled events. We love to see the stands packed with our Panther fans! https://pjshs.putnamschools.org/o/phs/page/athletics
Attention any 11th or 12th grader still needing to earn graduation concordance scores for Reading or Math.
Our school will be offering: SCHOOL DAY ACT on WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 18th (that is NEXT WEDNESDAY!).
In order to take this test, students need to pay $40.00 CASH or CHECK (made out to Palatka Jr.-Sr. High) by the payment deadline of Tuesday, November 17th.
If you have any questions about this opportunity, contact your counselor.
TAKE ADVANTAGE OF THIS CAREER EXPLORATION AND APTITUDE TEST FOR GRADES 10-12!
REMINDER: There will be no school for students on the following days:
Monday, October 12 – Planning Day ~ Student Holiday
Tuesday, October 13 – District In-Service ~ Student Holiday
We’ll welcome all of our students back to school on Wednesday, October 14!
Stay up to date on important dates, holidays and more by checking the PCSD Academic Calendar: https://www.putnamschools.org/page/calendar
#ProudtobePCSD 💚💙
During our recent early-release day, teachers collaborated with colleagues from various subject areas and grade levels to participate in activities that promote enriching academic discussions, just like those we expect from our students.
We give special thanks to Mrs. Brazzeal and Mrs. Cherry, who led this professional learning. We’re grateful for amazing teacher-leaders who share meaningful classroom structures and activities with their colleagues! #PantherPride 🐾
Feed the Need of Putnam County is hosting a “What Does Hunger Look Like?” Art Contest & Community Gallery Sale and wants to see what our student artists can create!
Students can submit an original piece of artwork based on their grade-level theme:
K–5: What does Happy & Healthy look like?
6–8: What does hunger look like to you?
9–12: What does hunger look like to you?
Cash prizes will be awarded in each category & student artwork will be featured in a community gallery and silent auction. 50% of the proceeds will support Feed the Need of Putnam County, and 50% will go directly to the student artist.
Deadline to enter: Friday, October 30, 2026
Gallery & Awards: Saturday, November 21, 2026 at 5:00PM at The Larimer Arts Center, Palatka
Read the rules and submit your artwork information here:
https://form.jotform.com/262676561934064
Share this with a student artist you know!
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Seniors, save the date! Don't forget about the FAFSA Frenzy at SJR State next Monday night. This is a community outreach. You do not need to be going to SJR State to attend this event. This is for anyone planning on attending a trade school, college or university. This is where Pell Grants are given and scholarship money that colleges have to give away. Remember, most colleges give away all of their money by December so take advantage of this night.
Go let the professionals help you for free!!! This is the only time that they will offer this type of evening.
Some parents may say "we don't qualify for Pell Grants so we aren't going to do this." Mrs. Ogle's family doesn't qualify for Pell Grants either, but this is how her daughters received scholarships from the colleges they attended. Seriously!!!
If you are planning on going to UNF, they have a special incentive for you to receive more money if you finish your FAFSA by Oct 14th and are Pell Grant eligible.
SJR will be here at PJSHS Friday during your lunch to help you create your account so parents are invited to attend to upload their financial documents at that time. This is the first step. Lunch will be provided to those who come to the Panther Den on Friday work on their FAFSA.
Students in grades 7-11 who are interested in mentoring support with the benefit of financial award upon graduation are encouraged to consider being a part of the Take Stock In Children mentorship program. Use the following link to learn more and to apply to see if you qualify for placement with a designated mentor in Putnam County.
https://www.takestockinchildren.org/students/
TSIC is also in need of additional mentors to support our students in Putnam, working with assigned mentees to see them through a successful path to high school graduation. Use the following link to learn more and apply now.
Theme: “We’ve Got the BEAT”🎶
September 24th @5:30 come line the St. John’s and cheer on our past & present Panthers! 💙🐾💛
🎙 The Pulse: PCSD Podcast – Friday Night Lights: Meet Our 2026 Football Coaches
🎧 Watch now: https://youtu.be/-jmYIL2XxS0
🎧 Listen here: https://www.putnamschools.org/page/the-pulse
Friday Night Lights are back! 🏈
In this episode of The Pulse, Superintendent Dr. Rick Surrency sits down with PCSD’s 2026 football coaches to talk about the excitement and opportunities ahead this season:
🏈 Lantz Lowery – Palatka Jr.–Sr. High School
🏈 Erik Gibson – Interlachen Jr.–Sr. High School
🏈 Tim Ross – Crescent City Jr.–Sr. High School
Coaches discuss their goals for the season and their commitment to supporting student-athletes both on and off the field. From nutrition, hydration, and physical conditioning to mental preparedness, they emphasize the importance of developing the whole student. Most importantly, academics remain at the forefront, because education is the foundation for success long after the final whistle.
🎉 Come out, support our teams, and experience the excitement of Friday Night Lights across Putnam County this season!
Go Panthers! Go Rams! Go Raiders! 🏈
#ProudtobePCSD
PCSD schools and offices will be closed on Monday, September 7, 2026, in observance of Labor Day.
We hope our students, families, and staff enjoy a safe and relaxing holiday weekend. Schools and offices will reopen on Tuesday, September 8.
Stay up to date on important dates and holidays by checking the PCSD Calendar: https://www.putnamschools.org/page/calendar
#ProudtobePCSD
💙🐾💛#PantherNation #PantherPride #homecoming2026