PCCSS Summer Inspiration Camps are BACK! ☀️ And judging by all the smiling faces we saw this week, our students are already LOVING it! 😄From hands-on activities to exciting learning experiences, these camps are the perfect mix of fun AND education—keeping young minds active all summer long!

*To see more pictures from our first week of Summer Inspiration Camps, please visit our District Facebook page!

✨ As our incredible PCCSS teachers wrapped up the 2025–2026 school year and turned out the lights for a well-deserved summer, we had the special honor of celebrating some truly outstanding educators! ✨
Please join us in congratulating our Teachers of the Year:
🍎 Marcus Swain – Putnam County Primary School
🍎 Tonika Pettigrew – Putnam County Elementary School
🍎 Elizabeth Harkins – Putnam County Middle School
🍎 Rebekah Esau – Putnam County High School

These exceptional teachers inspire, motivate, and make a lasting difference in the lives of our students every single day. We are so proud of their dedication, passion, and commitment to excellence! 💙
👏 Congratulations to each of you, and thank you for all you do for PCCSS! Wishing all our teachers a wonderful, restful summer—you’ve earned it! ☀️📚

If you were unable to pick up your graduate’s Class of 2026 senior sign from downtown Eatonton, no worries! Signs are still available for pickup at the Board of Education office.

The tassels were turned, the caps were tossed, and even the rain couldn’t dampen the spirit of the Class of 2026! Through the delay and drizzle, our graduates shined bright and reminded us all what resilience, determination, and heart truly look like. We could not be more proud of this incredible group of students and all they have accomplished. 🎓✨ *For more pictures from the Class of 2026's Graduation, please visit the District's Facebook page.

Before the lights, the stage, and the big moment… there were hugs, happy tears, nervous smiles, proud families, and lots of behind-the-scenes magic. 💙 Here’s a little peek at some of our favorite moments from pre-graduation night — the moments that made it unforgettable. Congratulations again to the Putnam County High School Class of 2026… the future looks bright! 🌟 *For more pictures from last night's Graduation, please check the District's Facebook. #PutnamProud #Classof2026

🚨Attention PCCSS family and friends attending tonight’s graduation ceremony! 🎓 Due to the potential for heavy showers around our 8:00 PM start time, we may move to a delayed start for graduation if necessary. We ask that all graduating seniors still report to the PCMS gym at 6:00 PM as scheduled. We will continue to monitor the weather closely and will keep everyone updated should there be any additional changes. Thank you for your patience and flexibility as we work to make tonight’s celebration special and safe for everyone!

Putnam County Primary School teachers are racing into Summer! 🌞 Easily one of our favorite last day of school traditions! To view the full video, please check out the District's Facebook page.

Class of 2026 Students, Families, and Friends,

We are continuing to monitor the weather for graduation tomorrow night at 8PM in the stadium. The forecasts continue to change, so no decisions to change anything have been made. If decisions are made, you will be notified tomorrow as early as possible. The current trend with the weather system is that it continues to slow down and will not arrive until late Friday night into Saturday morning. If you do not hear from us tomorrow, we are moving forward as planned.

Thank you! Our goal is to provide the best experience we possibly can for our students and their families to celebrate this great class of scholars.

🎓 Attention Class of 2026 & Families! 🎓

The wait is over — you can now begin picking up your senior signs from the downtown Eatonton display!

We know these signs are special keepsakes for our graduates and their families, and we hope you’ll enjoy having them as a lasting memory of this exciting milestone.

Thank you for being part of such a wonderful celebration of the Class of 2026 — we are so proud of you! ❤️

This morning, we had the honor of celebrating five of our Putnam County High School seniors who successfully completed the Georgia College Early College program! 🎓

We are beyond #PutnamProud of these incredible students and the dedication, perseverance, and hard work they’ve shown throughout their journey. Join us in giving them a huge congratulations for this amazing accomplishment! Here’s to bright futures ahead for these outstanding students! ✨

📚 About Georgia College Early College (GCEC):
GCEC serves students in grades 7–12 and is uniquely located on the campus of Georgia College & State University. Since its founding in 2006, the program has offered an innovative path for students to complete high school while earning college credit and working toward HOPE Scholarship eligibility—all through strong partnerships with local school systems.

A huge THANK YOU to the Georgia Association of School Business Officials (GASBO) for believing in and investing in student talent! Because of their support, one of our very own 10th grade Putnam County High School students, Camille Alvarez, was given the amazing opportunity to design this year’s conference logo.

Opportunities like this not only showcase the creativity and talent of our students but also give them real-world experience and confidence in their abilities. We are so proud to see our students’ hard work recognized on such a big stage—way to represent PCHS!

Please join us in congratulating our May Superintendent Students of the Month! 🎉
• Gerard Garcia Ortiz, Putnam County Primary School
• Lila Langford, Putnam County Elementary School
• Trinity Martin, Putnam County Middle School
• Kenzie Nelson, Putnam County High School
These students have gone above and beyond to represent their schools with excellence, leadership, and character. We are so proud of each of you!

We also had the pleasure of hearing from student representatives from each of our recent class trips. Freshmen shared highlights from their tour of St. Augustine, Florida, sophomores recounted their visit to Washington, D.C., and juniors reflected on their incredible experience in Italy. It was inspiring to hear what they learned and to gain their perspective on just how meaningful these real-life learning opportunities are. They even surprised the Board and Superintendent Austin with tokens of appreciation for making these trips possible! ✈️

✨ PCHS’ Walk Down Memory Lane

Today was full of emotion, pride, and unforgettable moments as the Putnam County High School Class of 2026 took a special “Walk Down Memory Lane.” 🎓 Our seniors returned to the very halls where their journeys began—visiting their primary, elementary, and middle schools. What once felt big and overwhelming now felt like home again, filled with memories of how far they’ve come.

As they walked through the corridors, they were welcomed with cheers, smiles, and applause from students and teachers—creating a truly heartwarming and electric atmosphere. There were hugs, laughter, and meaningful reunions with former teachers who have been part of their story from the very beginning. And for the younger students watching, the message was clear: this WILL be you one day. 💙

*STAY TUNED....full video dropping Thursday! To view all pictures from today's Walk Down Memory Lane, please visit the District's Facebook page.

The Putnam County High School Chorus & Piano delighted friends, family, and staff during this afternoon’s Spring Piano Recital. Throughout the semester, students dedicated themselves to developing both their musical and technical skills as they prepared their selected pieces.

For many performers, this recital marked their very first experience learning piano, while others continued building on previous success. Notably, Kasia Reid and Javien Hudson proudly performed in their third recital, successfully completing their Piano Pathway.

The performance was a beautiful showcase of growth, dedication, and the power of music education. We are #PutnamProud of these students and the lasting impact the arts continue to have on all learners at Putnam County High School. To view all the performers from today, please check out the District's Facebook page.

Yesterday, we had the pleasure of hosting our annual Honor Graduate Luncheon at Putnam County High School—an important and meaningful tradition that celebrates both achievement and connection. This special event brings together our graduating honor students with Superintendent Austin and Board of Education Chairman Dr. Weiner for a shared meal and conversation.

More than just a celebration of academic excellence, this luncheon highlights the value we place on student voice. Superintendent Austin and Dr. Weiner intentionally create this space each year to listen directly to our students—hearing firsthand what made their experience in the Putnam County School System impactful and memorable, as well as where we have opportunities to grow.

These conversations are invaluable. They not only affirm the programs, educators, and experiences that have shaped our students’ success but also provide thoughtful insight that helps guide future decisions. By engaging with our honor graduates in this way, district leadership reinforces a culture of respect, reflection, and continuous improvement.

This tradition reminds us that our students are not only recipients of education, but essential partners in shaping its future—and their voices truly matter.

The countdown to graduation is officially on, and PCCSS is excited to once again celebrate our Putnam County High School seniors with a special display of recognition signs throughout downtown Eatonton! Take a stroll, spot familiar faces, and join us in honoring this incredible milestone and these outstanding students. We are so #PutnamProud of the Class of 2026! 🎉

Be sure to snap a photo, tag your favorite graduate, and share the celebration! 📸

*Parents and graduates: We kindly ask that you leave your sign in place until next Thursday, May 21st or Friday, May 22. After that, it’s yours to keep as a special keepsake!

Yesterday was such a special day celebrating our future generation of CNA students at their pinning ceremony.

Thank you to every family member, friend, instructor, healthcare partner, and supporter who took the time to attend, encourage, and celebrate these students and all of their hard work. Your presence made the day even more meaningful.

These students have worked tirelessly to reach this milestone, and it was wonderful to see so many people surrounding them with love, pride, and support as they begin their journey in healthcare. We are incredibly proud of each of them. We would also like to extend a special thank you to Eatonton Health & Rehabilitation for their partnership with us and their encouragement for the next generation of caregivers.

Congratulations to the Putnam County High School students who have completed their CTAE Pathway! Through hard work in high-demand career fields, these students have gained valuable, hands-on skills that will serve them well in college and the workforce.

In Georgia, Pathway Completers finish a focused three-course sequence, building real-world knowledge, technical skills, and a strong sense of direction. This achievement reflects far more than coursework—it represents goal-setting, perseverance, and follow-through.

We also thank the educators, parents, and community members who supported these students along the way. To our Pathway Completers: you are leaders and innovators, and we are proud of your accomplishments and bright futures ahead! To view all the pictures from today's Pathway Completer Ceremony, please visit the District Facebook page.

Want to make a difference in the lives of Putnam County students?

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The culmination of Putnam County High School's Service Leadership class is not merely an academic checkpoint, but a profound display of personal growth, community impact, and leadership evolution. Last night, students gathered at the Plaza Arts Center to present their individual leadership mission, vision, and value statements before an audience of nearly 100 guests, including school and district administrators, faculty, families, and community supporters. The evening served as both a celebration and a reflection of the transformative journey these students have experienced throughout the school year.

The significance of this culminating event was deepened by the students’ commitment to service, as members of the class collectively completed nearly 100 hours of service through meaningful projects and initiatives designed to strengthen both their school and surrounding community. More than simply a presentation, the event marked a milestone in each student’s development as a servant leader prepared to make a lasting impact beyond the classroom.

The evening’s theme centered around an Eastern tradition of embodying thankfulness and gratitude; the idea that gratitude is not simply spoken, but lived through action, remembrance, and service to others. Students were encouraged to not only say “thank you,” but to “BECOME the thank you” through the way they lead, serve, and care for others in their daily lives.

The event was catered by China Wok, further creating an atmosphere of community, appreciation, and celebration. Through sharing their stories, reflections, and leadership philosophies, students inspired not only their peers, but the broader community as well, reinforcing the belief that leadership and service are inseparable paths toward both personal and communal growth.