The Putnam County School District is dedicated to providing safe, engaging, and standards‑aligned instructional materials for all students. Explore the information below to see how materials are selected, reviewed, and made available.

PCSD Specific Material Objection Form

PCSD School Library Access Plan Form

The Florida Department of Education compiles an annual report listing materials removed by school boards due to objections. This report helps districts make informed decisions when selecting new materials.

Updated July 2025

Instructional Material Review & Objections

Per Florida Statute F.S. 1006.28 (2)(a,b), parents or county residents may object to instructional materials.
Each district must:

• Have a clear policy and process to handle objections.

  • PROCEDURE 2522B – OBJECTIONS TO MATERIAL USED IN CLASSROOMS, MADE AVAILABLE IN SCHOOL LIBRARY, OR INCLUDED ON A READING LIST

  • POLICY 2520 – SELECTION AND ADOPTION OF INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS

  • POLICY 2522 – CHALLENGES TO ADOPTION OR USE OF INSTRUCTIONAL, LIBRARY, OR READING LIST MATERIALS

• Ensure materials are publicly noticed, reviewed, and open to comment before adoption.

Ongoing Adoption Processes

We’re currently reviewing and adopting new materials in:

• Science – View Adoption Info & Timeline

• Social Studies – View Adoption Info & Timeline

Adopted Core Instructional Materials

• 2023–24 Adopted Core Instructional Materials

Media Resources

• Destiny – Library Catalog Search

• PCSD Approved Classroom Libraries

• PCSD Approved Apps

• Sunshine State Young Reader Award Books