Term Length: 4 Years
Next Election: 2030
Email: hpickens@my.putnamschools.org
Phone: (386) 937-1060
Serving the students, families, and communities of Putnam County
The Putnam County School Board consists of five elected members who work with the Superintendent to establish policies, oversee district operations, and ensure every student has access to a high-quality education.

Term Length: 4 Years
Next Election: 2030
Email: hpickens@my.putnamschools.org
Phone: (386) 937-1060

Term Length: 4 Years
Next Election: 2028
Email: dbuckles@my.putnamschools.org
Phone: (386) 937-2619

Term Length: 4 Years
Next Election: 2028
Email: sgilyard@my.putnamschools.org
Phone: (386) 325-2469

Term Length: 4 Years
Next Election: 2030
Email: lwagner@my.putnamschools.org
Phone: (386) 546-7867

Term Length: 4 Years
Next Election: 2030
Email: pleary@my.putnamschools.org
Phone: (386) 937-7829
July 14, 2026 – 3:30pm School Board Meeting
August 11, 2026 – 3:30pm School Board Meeting
August 25, 2026 – 3:30pm School Board Meeting
September 8, 2026 – 3:30pm School Board Meeting
September 22, 2026 – 3:30pm School Board Meeting
October 6, 2026 – 3:30pm School Board Meeting
October 20, 2026 – 3:30pm School Board Meeting
November 3, 2026 – 3:30pm School Board Meeting
DATE TBD – 3:30pm School Board Reorganization
The Putnam County School Board welcomes community members to attend its meetings and participate in the decision-making process. Regular School Board meetings are held according to the Board's adopted meeting schedule. Meeting agendas, and supporting materials are available through BoardDocs prior to each meeting.
Meetings may be attended in person in the School Board Meeting Room at the Putnam County School District Administrative Office, 200 Reid Street, Palatka, Florida, or online through the district's live meeting broadcast.
Unable to attend? Archived meeting recordings, approved minutes, and agenda materials are available online so you can stay informed about Board discussions and actions at your convenience.
Community members who wish to address the School Board during public comment are encouraged. Speaker request cards are available at each meeting and must be completed prior to the public comment portion of the meeting. Speakers are generally allotted three (3) minutes to address the Board.
Additional resources, including Board Policies, and Public Notices, are available below.
If you require accommodations to participate in a School Board meeting, please contact the district at least six (6) days before the meeting.