🚨 FREE Pre-K for ALL 4-Year-Olds in Putnam County!
Give your child the strongest start with PCSD’s FREE VPK program! 💙 Our classrooms are full of learning, laughter, and creativity — where certified, highly trained teachers help children explore STEM, art, early reading, and social skills every day.
✨ Why families choose PCSD VPK:
💙 FREE half-day program for every 4-year-old (includes breakfast!)
💚 Affordable full-day option — financial assistance available (includes breakfast & lunch and transportation!)
💙 Certified teachers with specialized early learning training
💚 Hands-on learning that builds confidence, curiosity, and social skills
💙 Students leave kindergarten-ready and more likely to stay on grade level!
If you know a child who’s 4 years old share this amazing opportunity! Learn more or register today at www.putnamschools.org/page/pre-k
Because strong starts happen here!
#ProudtobePCSD #ShapingTheFuture
Give your child the strongest start with PCSD’s FREE VPK program! 💙 Our classrooms are full of learning, laughter, and creativity — where certified, highly trained teachers help children explore STEM, art, early reading, and social skills every day.
✨ Why families choose PCSD VPK:
💙 FREE half-day program for every 4-year-old (includes breakfast!)
💚 Affordable full-day option — financial assistance available (includes breakfast & lunch and transportation!)
💙 Certified teachers with specialized early learning training
💚 Hands-on learning that builds confidence, curiosity, and social skills
💙 Students leave kindergarten-ready and more likely to stay on grade level!
If you know a child who’s 4 years old share this amazing opportunity! Learn more or register today at www.putnamschools.org/page/pre-k
Because strong starts happen here!
#ProudtobePCSD #ShapingTheFuture
Red Ribbon Week Activities
Just a reminder that drive-through pick up for Krispy Kreme orders will be tomorrow, October 23rd., from 8:15- noon. Stay in your car, we will bring them out to you!
Sign up now for our After School Tutoring and Enrichment Program. The program will start on Tuesday October 21, 2025.
You may follow the link provided or scan the QR Code to sign up. https://forms.gle/CKYPQrcwCqBR2ET5A
You may follow the link provided or scan the QR Code to sign up. https://forms.gle/CKYPQrcwCqBR2ET5A
Tuesday, October 21st is Fall picture Day.
Just a reminder Krispy Kreme orders may be placed by using the QR code on the order form OR by turning in cash with your order form to your child's teacher or the front office! The last day to turn in orders/money will be Monday, October 20th by Noon. Thank you for supporting our school!
🎉 We Did It, PCSD! 🎉
Thank you to our families, students, and staff for making FTE Week a success. Because of your commitment to showing up, our schools are better positioned to receive the resources needed to support every student. 💙
Let’s keep this momentum going—attendance isn’t just important this week, it matters all year long! Every day counts toward student success.
#AttendanceMatters #ProudtobePCSD #EveryDayCounts
Thank you to our families, students, and staff for making FTE Week a success. Because of your commitment to showing up, our schools are better positioned to receive the resources needed to support every student. 💙
Let’s keep this momentum going—attendance isn’t just important this week, it matters all year long! Every day counts toward student success.
#AttendanceMatters #ProudtobePCSD #EveryDayCounts
Tomorrow kicks off FTE Week (Oct 6–10)! Every student matters, every day counts. 💙 When your child is present, our schools get the resources they need for teachers, programs, and support services.
Let’s start strong—make sure your student is in school all week long! Together, we can give our kids the best.
#AttendanceMatters #ProudtobePCSD
Let’s start strong—make sure your student is in school all week long! Together, we can give our kids the best.
#AttendanceMatters #ProudtobePCSD
Krispy Kreme Donut Sale! Order forms are coming home today! Cash or online orders only! NO CHECKS! Let's make this year's sales the best year ever!
After School Tutoring & Enrichment Program enrollment now open. There are a limited number of spots available . Follow the link to enroll.
https://forms.gle/A6ygFgDes5A18s3h7
PCSD Pre-k fees are due on Wednesday, October 8th. 😊😊 You can pay online through Revtrak 📱 or at your child's school 📚.
Congratulations Cardinal Collins for
Teacher of the Year and Kristen Davis for Support Related employee of the Year.
🌟 October is National Principals Month! 🌟
In Putnam County, our principals do more than manage schools — they inspire futures. They guide teachers, encourage students, partner with families, and bring communities together so learning can thrive. Their leadership makes a lasting impact on every classroom and every child.
This month, and every month, we celebrate our PCSD principals for leading with heart, vision, and dedication. Thank you for helping us shape tomorrow, today. 💙💚
#ProudtobePCSD
In Putnam County, our principals do more than manage schools — they inspire futures. They guide teachers, encourage students, partner with families, and bring communities together so learning can thrive. Their leadership makes a lasting impact on every classroom and every child.
This month, and every month, we celebrate our PCSD principals for leading with heart, vision, and dedication. Thank you for helping us shape tomorrow, today. 💙💚
#ProudtobePCSD
Attendance Matters: FTE Week is October 6–10!
Every student counts–literally! During FTE Week, the state of Florida calculates school funding based on student attendance. If a student is absent, they are not included in the count, and our schools lose vital funding for teachers, programs, and services.
Make sure your child is in school every day October 6–10! Together, we can give PCSD students the resources they need to succeed.
Learn more about PCSD's Attendance Initiative: www.putnamschools.org/page/attendance
#ProudtobePCSD #AttendanceMatters
Every student counts–literally! During FTE Week, the state of Florida calculates school funding based on student attendance. If a student is absent, they are not included in the count, and our schools lose vital funding for teachers, programs, and services.
Make sure your child is in school every day October 6–10! Together, we can give PCSD students the resources they need to succeed.
Learn more about PCSD's Attendance Initiative: www.putnamschools.org/page/attendance
#ProudtobePCSD #AttendanceMatters
Help us say Thank You to our local Fire Department!
Thursday, October 2nd at 10:00 AM
C.L. Overturf, Jr. District Center (1100 South 18th St. Palatka, FL 32177)
Can’t make it in person? Join us via ZOOM!
Meeting ID: 705 941 2533
Passcode: 1234
Topics of Discussion:
Building Construction Updates
Federal Funds for the 2025–2026 School Year
Q&A Session
Staff, families, and community members are encouraged to attend! We’d love your participation and input.
Stay involved! Plan to attend our future sessions!
November 13, 2025 - 6:00PM - Kelley Smith Elementary School
February 5, 2025 - 6:00PM - Robert H. Jenkins, Jr. Elementary School
March 31, 2025 - 6:00PM - Middleton-Burney Elementary School
For more information, contact Michelle Mikell at mmikell@my.putnamschools.org or (386)329-0543.
#ProudtobePCSD
C.L. Overturf, Jr. District Center (1100 South 18th St. Palatka, FL 32177)
Can’t make it in person? Join us via ZOOM!
Meeting ID: 705 941 2533
Passcode: 1234
Topics of Discussion:
Building Construction Updates
Federal Funds for the 2025–2026 School Year
Q&A Session
Staff, families, and community members are encouraged to attend! We’d love your participation and input.
Stay involved! Plan to attend our future sessions!
November 13, 2025 - 6:00PM - Kelley Smith Elementary School
February 5, 2025 - 6:00PM - Robert H. Jenkins, Jr. Elementary School
March 31, 2025 - 6:00PM - Middleton-Burney Elementary School
For more information, contact Michelle Mikell at mmikell@my.putnamschools.org or (386)329-0543.
#ProudtobePCSD
Autism Pop-up Clinic and Autism Screenings
We’re excited to share a special opportunity for students and families to explore the world of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM)!
STEM on the Lawn
📍 Reitz Union North Lawn, University of Florida
📅 Saturday, September 27th | ⏰ 10:30 AM – 2:30 PM
💲 FREE for all K-12 students and parents!
Students will enjoy hands-on experiences with exciting STEM activities while learning about science, technology, engineering, math, and more.
📲 Learn more here: https://fsi.institute.ufl.edu/stem-on-the-lawn-presented-by-uf-fsi/
We hope to see many of our families there!
This Friday, September 12th, from 9:00 am-11:00 am, parents, guardians, and grandparents have a final chance to visit the Scholastic Book Fair in the Media Center at Mellon Learning Center. Check in at the front office and make sure that all adults have their I.D. We would love to see you there!
Mellon Learning Center Color Days
Dear Families,
Weekly we have a color that our students focus on. On Friday of that week, we will all wear that color. Below you will find a list of those days. You will also see certain special days that we wear specific colors as well.
Thursday, September 11th: Red, White, and Blue (9/11 Memorial Day)
Friday, September 19th: White
Friday, September 26th: Black
Friday, October 3rd: Pink (Breast Cancer Awareness)
Friday, October 10th: Yellow
Wednesday, October 15th: Orange (World Unity Day)
Thursday, October 16th: Purple (Domestic Violence Awareness Day)
Wednesday, October 22nd: 50th Day of School (Dress in 50’s attire)
Friday, October 24th: Brown
Monday, October 27th: Red (Red Ribbon Week)
Friday, October 31st: Book Character Dress Up
Friday, November 7th: Green
Friday, November 14th: Orange
Friday, November 21st: Purple
Friday, December 5th: Blue
Dear Families,
Weekly we have a color that our students focus on. On Friday of that week, we will all wear that color. Below you will find a list of those days. You will also see certain special days that we wear specific colors as well.
Thursday, September 11th: Red, White, and Blue (9/11 Memorial Day)
Friday, September 19th: White
Friday, September 26th: Black
Friday, October 3rd: Pink (Breast Cancer Awareness)
Friday, October 10th: Yellow
Wednesday, October 15th: Orange (World Unity Day)
Thursday, October 16th: Purple (Domestic Violence Awareness Day)
Wednesday, October 22nd: 50th Day of School (Dress in 50’s attire)
Friday, October 24th: Brown
Monday, October 27th: Red (Red Ribbon Week)
Friday, October 31st: Book Character Dress Up
Friday, November 7th: Green
Friday, November 14th: Orange
Friday, November 21st: Purple
Friday, December 5th: Blue
