PreK registration at Hill City Elementary School opens on Monday, February 24th!
Congratulations to Diane Boyles, for being our bus driver Dragon Award winner for February! Thank you for going above and beyond to develop lasting relationships with our students, alway being helpful, and for being a great trainer.
E-SPLOST is an Education Special Purpose Local Option Sales tax that has been in existence since 1997 in Pickens County. For more information, please visit our website at https://www.pickens.k12.ga.us/page/esplost and please vote on March 18th.
Pickens County Schools is on mid-winter break February 17-21, 2025. The district office is open during this time.
PCSD wishes everyone a Happy Valentines Day!
E-SPLOST is an Education Special Purpose Local Option Sales tax that has been in existence since 1997 in Pickens County. For more information, please visit our website at https://www.pickens.k12.ga.us/page/esplost and please vote on March 18th.
Congratulations to Tate Elementary for having the best student attendance for the month of January!
PCSD would like to shining the spotlight on Harmony Elementary’s Sunshine Committee! The committee, led by Mrs. Elizabeth George and Mrs. Krissy Elrod, is a group of dedicated teachers who spreads positivity and joy throughout our school community! Their mission is to brighten everyone's day, celebrate achievements, and foster a supportive environment for both students and staff.
From surprise appreciation events, like this Super Bowl party for our staff, to uplifting notes, the Sunshine Committee is here to remind us all of the power of kindness and connection.
Pickens County Schools will be on mid-winter break February 17-21, 2025. The district office will be open during this time.
PCSD is hiring! Please visit our website for more details.
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The Pickens County School District has received a planning grant for a
School-Based Health Center from the Georgia Department of Education (GaDOE).
This funding will support the development of a new school-based health center that aims to provide comprehensive services for the health and well-being of students and staff. This initiative solidifies our commitment to service and support, ensuring that students have the resources and tools they need to succeed and be prepared for life.
Congratulations to Jasper Middle School for receiving the Reward Schools designation from the Georgia Department of Education which recognizes Title I schools making the most significant improvements.
Reward Schools are among the greatest-improving 5% of Title I Schoolwide and Title I Targeted Assistance schools when comparing the content mastery scores from the 2021-2022 and 2022-2023 of statewide assessments and only 79 Georgia schools were named Reward Schools.
Pickens County School District was recently recognized by the Georgia Association of Educational Leaders (GAEL) as a Vision Award winner! The Vision Award cites school systems that are committed to encouraging and supporting teachers, principals, and district office staff in professional learning.
Pickens County School Superintendent, Dr. Travis Thomas was presented The Vision Award during the winter GAEL Conference in Athens.
The hallways of Harmony Elementary have recently undergone a vibrant transformation, thanks to the dedication of the Cosmetic Crew Committee. Led by Mrs. Jennifer Hulsey, the team collaborated with teachers and administrators to brainstorm ideas on how to enhance our hallways into learning spaces. And to bring that vision to life, the funds from our fall fundraiser were used to enlist the talented Ms. Jennifer McDougal from ChalkTales. Our hallways have been transformed into a space that is welcoming to all.
Congratulations to Pickens High School for having the best staff attendance for the month of December! Way to go!!
Be safety conscious, dress warm, and we look forward to seeing our students tomorrow, January 21st, at our normal class start times. The district will continue to monitor the weather closely and will send out notifications if something changes.
Pickens County Schools and the District Office are closed today, January 20th, in observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day.
Congratulations to Harmony Elementary for having the best student attendance for the month of December!!
We look forward to seeing our students tomorrow, January 16th, at our normal class start times.
On the day of our Honor Band Try-Outs, we were fortunate to have a group of exceptional students who went above and beyond to ensure the event ran smoothly. Their hard work, enthusiasm, and selflessness made a significant impact on the success of the day, and we are deeply grateful for their efforts.
These volunteers helped with a variety of tasks, from setting up registration tables to assisting with organizing students during the audition process. Their leadership and teamwork not only provided valuable support for the event but also created a welcoming environment for all participants. Their commitment to making the try-out day a success demonstrated a high level of responsibility and pride in their school community.
We would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to these students for their dedication and time. Your contributions did not go unnoticed, and we are incredibly proud of the way you represented the values of our school.
