Palatka Jr.–Sr. High School juniors and seniors experienced the powerful LifeFlight Experience, beginning with a powerful assembly featuring impactful videos and real-life stories about the consequences of distracted and unsafe driving. Speakers shared what they see every day, and the life-changing consequences that can follow a split-second decision behind the wheel.
The experience continued outside with a mock crash demonstration, where students watched firefighters use the Jaws of Life to extract a patient and witnessed a life flight helicopter land on campus to transport the patient for critical care.
Students also had the opportunity to ask questions and speak directly with first responders.
The message was clear:
Wear your seatbelt.
Put your phone down.
Stay focused behind the wheel.
At PCSD, we’re committed to shaping the future and helping our students make choices that will protect their lives for years to come.
Read more, see pictures, and watch a video from the event, here: https://www.putnamschools.org/article/2727456
#ProudtobePCSD #ShapingTheFuture
We had the opportunity to celebrate our amazing seniors with a Chick-fil-A lunch. These awesome students are halfway through their senior year and working hard to finish strong!
A HUGE thank you to:
Deep South Pole Barns for purchasing the meal
Banners by Ally for creating our sign
Chick-fil-A St. Augustine, SR 16 & Inman Rd for a delicious meal
🇺🇸 In honor of President's Day, all Putnam County School District schools and offices will be closed Monday, February 16th. Have a safe weekend! 🇺🇸
#ProudtobePCSD
🚨 Survey Closing Soon!
Putnam County School District is inviting families and community members to participate in our Family & Community Partnership Survey.
This short, confidential survey helps us understand what’s working well and how we can continue to improve trust, communication, and partnerships.
🔗 https://tripod.sjc1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_bdq83Stok1UGsBw
📌 Students in grades 4–12 and all PCSD staff will receive their own surveys this week.
Thank you for helping us shape the future of PCSD!
These are the 2nd semester Test Dates that can be used for GRADUATION CONCORDANCE and/or College Entrance & Scholarships [EXCEPT for the dates that indicate GRADUATION PURPOSES Only].
PJSHS will offer the NCR CLT10 on Wednesday, April 22 for students who need to earn concordant scores for graduation.
✅ Untimed test
✅ More flexible testing format
✅ Valid for students in grades 9–12
✅ Scores can be used to meet Florida graduation requirements only
💲 Cost: $25
🗓 Registration & payment deadline: Friday, March 13 at 3:00 PM
Students who need concordant scores for Algebra 1 or Reading should sign up with Mrs. Hanstein at
📧 khanstein@my.putnamschools.org
📊 Score Requirements:
• Reading Requirement: 39 combined score on Verbal Reasoning + Grammar/Writing
• Math Requirement: 14 on Quantitative Reasoning
With the untimed format, students may complete only the section(s) they need and submit once finished.
If your student needs this opportunity to meet graduation requirements, please be sure to register before the deadline! 🎓
Putnam County School District is inviting families and community members to participate in our Family & Community Partnership Survey.
This short, confidential survey helps us understand what’s working well and how we can continue to improve trust, communication, and partnerships.
🔗 https://tripod.sjc1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_bdq83Stok1UGsBw
📌 Students in grades 4–12 and all PCSD staff will receive their own surveys this week.
Thank you for helping us shape the future of PCSD!
Valentine Grams on sale this week!
Putnam County School District is inviting families and community members to participate in our Family & Community Partnership Survey.
This short, confidential survey helps us understand what’s working well and how we can continue to improve trust, communication, and partnerships.
🔗 https://tripod.sjc1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_bdq83Stok1UGsBw
📌 Students in grades 4–12 and all PCSD staff will receive their own surveys this week.
Thank you for helping us shape the future of PCSD!
So many supporters have contributed significantly to the success of these young men, both on and off the field, and we know they are truly grateful.
Tommy will be signing with the University of West Florida and George will be signing with Crown College in Minnesota.
Go Panthers!💙🐾💛🏈
🚨EVENT CANCELLED🚨
Please be advised the Superintendent’s Community Engagement Session on Thursday, February 5, at 5:30PM at Robert H. Jenkins, Jr. Elementary School Cafeteria (251 South SR 315, Interlachen, FL) has been cancelled.
It's CTE Month!
What is CTE? CTE is Career Technical Education that prepares students to be ready to enter multiple pathways after high school graduation by connecting learning directly with hands-on experiences, real-world learning, career explorations, academic learning, work-based learning, and professional skills, while also offering industry-recognized credentials to take into the workforce.
**We kicked off CTE Month with 8th Grade tours. Our CTE & elective teachers were able to showcase our wonderful programs to our current 8th grade students to help them learn more about what we offer and to be able to make course selections for next year. Our ROTC student leaders were awesome putting their leadership skills into action by leading our 8th grade students! Thank you to everyone that participated and helped make this event a success!
Please click the link below to learn a little more about CTE and to see pictures of our CTE tours!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G37Adjus3ZY
Our Panthers ranked at the top in the St John’s River Bassmaster High School Tournament! Cooper Hoare and Chandler Caison finished 7th day one. Tucker Ricks and Preston Smith finished 2nd on day 2. Congratulations on a job well done!
Putnam County School District is inviting families and community members to participate in our Family & Community Partnership Survey.
This short, confidential survey helps us understand what’s working well and how we can continue to improve trust, communication, and partnerships.
🔗 https://tripod.sjc1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_bdq83Stok1UGsBw
📌 Students in grades 4–12 and all PCSD staff will receive their own surveys this week.
Thank you for helping us shape the future of PCSD!
📵🌱 Digital Wellness Week Tip!
Raising digitally smart kids starts with conversation. Preparing students for the digital world means talking openly about online safety, digital footprints, and responsible choices — especially as they grow.
As part of this important conversation, we invite families to revisit a past podcast featuring Superintendent Rick Surrency, where he discusses online safety and supporting students in today’s digital environment: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tHBRnEe367Y
Thank you for participating in Digital Wellness Week. Let’s continue building healthy, safe digital habits together. 💚 💙
#DigitalWellnessWeek #ProudtobePCSD
📵🌱 Digital Wellness Week Tip!
Screens are everywhere — so balance matters. Too much or low-quality screen time can impact sleep, behavior, and social development, especially for younger children. Think of screens as a tool — not a babysitter.💚💙
#DigitalWellnessWeek #ProudtobePCSD
📵🌱 Digital Wellness Week Tip!
Healthy screen limits help kids thrive. As children grow, screen rules should grow with them — focusing on balance, sleep, and family connection. Bonus reminder: kids notice adult screen habits, too. 👀💚💙
#DigitalWellnessWeek #ProudtobePCSD
