PCCSS teachers, staff, and administrators gathered together for our annual Back-to-School Convocation, celebrating the start of another exciting school year. The event provided an opportunity to reconnect, reflect on our shared mission, and build momentum for the year ahead.

A highlight of the day was hearing from artist and motivational speaker Mr. Sam Glenn, whose inspiring message challenged us to maintain a positive attitude and be a source of light and encouragement, even in difficult circumstances. His creative and engaging presentation left us motivated and ready to make a difference in the lives of our students.

United in purpose and energized for the journey ahead, we are excited for an incredible year of inspiring, innovating, and excelling at PCCSS!
2 months ago, PCCSS
A group of people walk through a hallway with a Santa Claus figure in the background.
Four individuals stand in front of a blue backdrop, each holding a white sign with black text. The signs read "Reserved Parking" and names.
A person dressed as an elf waving at an audience with a pink screen behind them that reads "Welcome Back! We've missed you!"
Person on stage holding a framed picture, speaking into a microphone. Blue curtains, a painting, and a tripod behind.
Person on stage with a microphone, painting a bald eagle on a large canvas. The stage has a blue curtain backdrop.
A man and woman stand inside, smiling, with the man holding bags and a backpack. Behind them, people walk in a hallway with a tiled floor.
📣 Parents, Let Us Help You Get Connected!
The Infinite Campus Parent Portal is an important tool for staying connected and ready for the school year. Access to the Parent Portal is required for:

✅ Completing back-to-school forms and paperwork
✅ Submitting transportation change requests throughout the year
✅ Staying informed with important student information

Need help getting set up? Stop by Putnam County Elementary School and let our team assist you so you'll be ready for Open House on July 30!

• Please Note: This event is solely for Parent Portal assistance and back-to-school preparation for all PCPS, PCES, and PCMS parents. Teacher assignments will be released at a later date.

We look forward to helping you get connected and ready for a successful school year! 🍎📚
3 months ago, PCCSS
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• OPEN HOUSE REMINDER •

The first day of school is almost here, and our PCCSS Open Houses are just around the corner! Come meet your teachers, visit classrooms, pick up important information, and get ready for a fantastic school year!

📅 Thursday, July 30, 2026
🏫 Open House Times:
• Putnam County Early Learning Center • Head Start & Pre-K: 4:30 PM – 6:00 PM
• Putnam County Primary School (PCPS) • Kindergarten–2nd Grade: 4:30 PM – 6:00 PM
• Putnam County Elementary School (PCES) • 3rd Grade: 2:30 PM – 3:30 PM • 4th–5th Grades: 3:30 PM – 5:00 PM
• Putnam County Middle School (PCMS) • 7th–8th Grades: 1:30 PM – 3:30 PM • 6th Grade: 3:30 PM – 5:00 PM
• Putnam County High School (PCHS) • 9th Grade: 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM • 10th–12th Grades: 4:30 PM – 6:00 PM

📚 First Day of School: Tuesday, August 4, 2026
We can't wait to welcome our War Eagles back for another year of learning, growth, and success!

3 months ago, PCCSS
Poster for PCCSS Open House event on July 30, 2026. Grades from Head Start to 12th. Pencils in various colors.
That’s a wrap on another incredible summer of learning, laughter, and adventure! Our final week of Summer Inspiration Camps was packed with unforgettable moments, new friendships, creative discoveries, and endless smiles. From hands-on activities to exciting challenges and everything in between, our campers made the most of every minute. ☀️

Thank you to our amazing students, staff, and community partners for making this summer one to remember. Until next year, keep exploring, creating, and inspiring!
3 months ago, PCCSS
A young child with braided hair, wearing a blue hoodie, sits on a bench reading a book.
A young girl in a blue float tube, smiling, floats in a swimming pool.
A young girl with a smile holds a bouquet of yellow flowers, sitting in a classroom.
Two children holding a guinea pig, one wearing a pink shirt. Behind them, a person stands.
Children holding food, smiling and standing outside, one girl with a rainbow shirt, green grass, and building.
PCCSS' New Teacher Orientation is officially underway! On Wednesday, we welcomed both first-year teachers and experienced educators who are joining our district for a three-day orientation designed to connect, support, and introduce them to #ThePutnamWay. 🦅

Our goal is to ensure every new teacher feels a strong sense of community and has access to the resources and support needed to thrive in the classroom. We believe that when educators are empowered, they can make a lasting impact on the lives of students. Welcome HOME to all of our new teachers! We are excited to have you as part of the PCCSS family and look forward to an AMAZING school year ahead!
3 months ago, PCCSS
People seated around tables in a large room, with a man at a podium facing the attendees.
People sit at tables, facing a stage. A speaker stands at a podium. A projector screen displays a welcoming message.
Two women converse in a room with tables, chairs, and rows of seats in the background.
Two women stand in a room with a wall of shoes, one holding a bag and plate, and the other holding a bag.
Two women stand in a theater aisle; one wears a leopard skirt, the other a purple dress. Both carry bags and cups.
A woman stands in front of a large screen, teaching in a room with a green wall. Two women sit at a table with laptops.
Two women work on a laptop at a library table. One woman wears glasses and a watch.
A classroom with students seated at tables, one woman in blue stands at the front. A banner says "Imagine Innovate Excel".
Stay Connected with PCCSS!📱

Have you downloaded the Putnam County Charter School System app yet? If not, now is the perfect time!

Our app will be the primary hub for school news, updates, announcements, and important district communication throughout the school year. Plus, later this month, families will br able to use the app to connect with their child's teacher for the upcoming school year.

Don't miss out on important information—download the PCCSS app today and stay connected every step of the way!
3 months ago, PCCSS
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🚨 Reminder for Rising 3rd Grade Families 🚨

Proof of Residency is due NEXT WEEK, July 16th, 2026.

To remain enrolled for the 2026–2027 school year, all rising 3rd grade students must have proof of residency on file.
📍 Submit documents at Putnam County Elementary School
🕘 Monday–Thursday, 9:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.

Accepted documents:
✔️ Mortgage statement or lease/rental agreement
OR
✔️ Two current utility bills dated within 30 days

Don't wait—submit your documents before the deadline! ✅
**Please note that proof of residency must be turned in in person and cannot be submitted by mail or online

3 months ago, PCCSS
An announcement about proof of residency. Blue background with a red alert icon. Date July 16, 2026, and a school logo.
We wrapped up our SECOND-TO-LAST week of Summer Inspiration camps, and WOW... what a blast it was! It’s hard to believe that next week is our FINAL WEEK of camps! Time really does fly when you're having fun!

We can’t wait to make these last days the best ones yet and finish the summer with a bang! ☀️

*Check out our District Facebook page to see all the pictures from this week.
3 months ago, PCCSS
A child pours water from a pink cup over their head on a sunny day in a park.
The family of Kayden Weathers will host a balloon release on Friday, July 10th, at 5:00 p.m. at Putnam County High School. We invite our school family and community to come together to honor the life and memory of Kayden.

During this difficult time, we continue to keep the Weathers family in our thoughts and prayers. We hope this gathering will provide an opportunity for our community to unite, reflect, and celebrate Kayden's life.

📍 Putnam County High School
📅 Friday, July 10th, 2026
🕔 5:00 p.m.

Together, we remember Kayden. 💙
3 months ago, PCCSS
Blue sky with balloons floating. "Balloon Release in honor of Kayden Weathers" is written above the balloons.
War Eagles, the countdown to a new school year is on! 🦅

Join us for PCCSS Open Houses on Thursday, July 30, 2026. This is a great opportunity to meet teachers, visit classrooms, and get ready for an exciting year ahead.

• Putnam County Primary School (PCPS):
Kindergarten–2nd Grade: 4:30 PM – 6:00 PM

• Putnam County Elementary School (PCES):
3rd Grade: 2:30 PM – 3:30 PM
4th–5th Grades: 3:30 PM – 5:00 PM

• Putnam County Middle School (PCMS):
7th–8th Grades: 1:30 PM – 3:30 PM
6th Grade: 3:30 PM – 5:00 PM

• Putnam County High School (PCHS):
9th Grade: 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
10th–12th Grades: 4:30 PM – 6:30 PM

🎒 First Day of School: Tuesday, August 4, 2026

We can't wait to welcome our War Eagles back to school and kick off another fantastic year of learning, growth, and success!
3 months ago, PCCSS
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Summer Inspiration Camps are BACK — tomorrow, Monday, July 6, 2026! ☀️

We have missed our Summer Inspiration campers so much over the past week, and we can’t wait to see all those smiling faces again!

Let’s finish strong—only TWO more amazing weeks to go, and we’re ready to make them the BEST yet!
3 months ago, PCCSS
Child in a green shirt and apron, smiling, holding a cupcake with blue frosting. Behind her, two others are in a classroom. Text: "Summer Inspiration Camps are BACK Monday July 6th, 2026 Can't wait to see you!"
• REMINDER •
ALL Summer Inspiration Camps will be CLOSED this week, June 29th-July 2nd, 2026, for the 4th of July holiday. We wish all our campers, student workers, and staff a very Happy and SAFE 4th of July!!!

Camps will resume on Monday, July 6th, 2026.
3 months ago, PCCSS
An image shows a child playing in a green water slide. A white box at the top has red text that reads "Reminder: All Summer Inspiration Camps will be CLOSED this Week."
Summer Inspiration Week 4 is a wrap—and what a fun week it was!

Just a quick reminder that we’ll be CLOSED next week for the holiday break, but don’t worry—we’ll be back and ready for more fun on Monday, July 6 for our final TWO WEEKS of Summer Inspiration! ☀️

We can’t wait to see everyone back soon. In the meantime, enjoy more pictures from Week 4 on the District's Facebook page and have a happy and SAFE Fourth of July! ❤️🤍💙
4 months ago, PCCSS
Two young girls sitting on the floor, one holding a flashlight and reading a book, the other holding a book with a flashlight.
Two children smile, one in a yellow dress and the other in pink shorts and a gray hoodie.
Three young boys play in a small pool. One kneels and holds a toy. Two others stand behind.
Woman and child seated at a table, the child looking at a card held by the woman.
A group of children playing soccer in front of a brick building. Some wear shorts and t-shirts.

Midweek Summer Inspiration Check-In 🦋🐝

From butterflies and blooms to busy bees and hives, our campers are exploring all things winged and wonderful! Through hands-on activities and outdoor discovery, they’re learning just how important these tiny creatures are to our world. We love seeing their curiosity take flight!

*Check out our District's Facebook page for all the pictures!

4 months ago, PCCSS
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Mark your calendars! ALL Summer Inspiration camps will be •CLOSED• NEXT WEEK, June 29th to July 2nd, 2026.

Camps will reopen on Monday, July 6th, 2026.
4 months ago, PCCSS
A girl blows bubbles outdoors; text overlay states Summer Inspiration Camps will be closed June 29th-July 2nd, 2026.

Summer Inspiration – Week 3! 🌞

Three weeks in, and the fun, learning, and creativity are still going strong across PCCSS! From hands-on activities to lasting friendships, our students are making the most of every moment.

Thank you to our amazing teachers, staff, and families for making it all possible—check out our District Facebook page to see more of our favorite moments from Week 3! 📸

4 months ago, PCCSS
A boy wearing a red shirt, blue shorts, and sneakers sits on a swing, smiling. A grassy area and trees are in the background.
Three children swimming in a pool. Two lean on a concrete edge; one smiles. Background is blue.
A young person with arms raised inside a classroom, holding a pink object over a plastic bottle.
A smiling young boy with a dark t-shirt. Behind him, there are two children, one holding scissors, crafting cards.
Person in pool holding blue object, smiling, and splashing water while on the edge of the pool.
Putnam County War Eagles have landed in the United Republic of Tanzania, and their African journey is officially underway!

Eleven teachers and students from Putnam County High School departed on the lived learning experience of a lifetime on Sunday and arrived safely after a flight that spanned two oceans, three continents, and eight thousand miles! Over the next ten days, they will be learning alongside Tanzanian communities, visiting schools, exploring local culture, experiencing new landscapes, and sharing what they discover along the way.

Follow along for updates as students share their experiences—from what they saw and who they met to what they’re bringing home to Putnam County. There are journeys that change a student’s sense of what is possible. This Tanzania experience invites our students to step into the wider world with courage, humility, joy, and open hearts.

Thank you to the Putnam Education Foundation, our War Eagles experienced this trip at no cost—gaining opportunities that inspire growth, leadership, and big dreams
4 months ago, PCCSS
Two collages of a group, one by a bus and one by a plane, with a mountain and trees in the background.
This summer, Summer Inspiration camp students are enjoying the freshest produce—squash, zucchini, cucumbers, tomatoes, and lettuce—grown right in the Putnam County Charter School Nutrition's garden and hydrofarms.

Led by Director Teena Carr, the 2026 Georgia School Nutrition Association Director of the Year, our program brings farm-fresh food straight to students’ plates. Her dedication to healthy meals is making a meaningful impact on our community. Thank you, Mrs. Carr!
4 months ago, PCCSS
A person with long white hair and a pink hat picking green vegetables from a vegetable patch.
A smiling child with curly hair holds a lunch tray with food items. Behind, a red wall and a yellow sign.
Child in orange shirt eating food from a cafeteria tray with food and a juice carton.
A stainless steel food prep area with a transparent cover. Salads are in clear containers, featuring chopped tomatoes and cucumbers.
Many black plastic containers with sliced yellow zucchini on a metal tray. Containers are in rows.
🚨 ATTENTION PARENTS: PROOF OF RESIDENCY IS REQUIRED
We want to remind our Putnam County Elementary School families that proof of residency is required for all rising 3rd graders for the 2026–2027 school year.

Please be sure to submit your documentation by July 16, 2026. Students who have not submitted proof of residency by this date will be withdrawn from school on July 17, 2026.

You may bring your documents in person Monday through Thursday between 9:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. at PCES.
Acceptable forms of residency include a mortgage statement or lease/rental agreement, or two current utility bills (such as gas, electric, water, sewer, or trash) dated within 30 days of registration.

**Please note that proof of residency must be turned in in person and cannot be submitted by mail or online.
4 months ago, PCCSS
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Eighteen of our rising 9th graders recently had an unforgettable, hands-on experience at LaGrange College—stepping into college life by staying in dorms, dining on campus, and attending classes in art, creative writing, filmmaking, and exercise science.

Their experience extended beyond campus as they explored career pathways at LaGrange Airport, met pilots and mechanics, and even had the chance to take off and land a plane in a flight simulator—definitely a highlight!

Students also deepened their learning through visits to local museums and wrapped up the week with a fun trip to Great Wolf Lodge before showcasing their powerful film essay projects, each reflecting a unique and meaningful perspective.

This incredible experience concluded with a special luncheon alongside college leadership, our Superintendent, and community partners, marking the beginning of what we hope will be a lasting partnership. We are so proud of these students and grateful to everyone who made this opportunity possible!

*To view more pictures from last week's LaGrange visit please visit the District's Facebook page!
4 months ago, PCCSS
A group of people posing in front of a small white airplane, with a grassy area and a building in the background.
People gather near a white airplane in a hangar. A person stands on the wing while others watch.
Two people are inside an open-door airplane, one in the cockpit and the other sitting in the cabin.
People stand in a water park with a fountain and yellow steps behind them.
A classroom with rows of chairs and a person at a podium. A projector screen displays "FILMMAKING WORKSHOP."
A teacher is assisting students with a project, working on a wooden table covered with papers and colorful objects.
Two men in a hangar, one holding a trash bin. A small white plane is parked.
Cockpit of an aircraft simulator with a screen showing a flight path and runway. The aircraft's front features the word "alsim" and red stripes.
A group of people stands on a road with trees and a building in the background.
Four boys wearing black and gray T-shirts holding them up in front of a brick building.