Putnam County Head Start

Don’t miss it—our LAST in-person Summer Inspiration Registration is happening Wednesday, April 22nd at the Board of Education Office!

📅 Wednesday, April 22, 2026
⏰ 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
📍 Putnam County Board of Education Office

For a full list of camps or to find out additional information about our Summer Inspiration program, please visit: https://www.putnam.k12.ga.us/page/summer-inspiration

Congratulations to our April H.E.A.R.T. Award Winners! ❤️ At last night’s Board of Education meeting, we had the honor of recognizing two outstanding members of our PCCSS family — Mrs. Tracy Surmelin, one of our dedicated Facilities Maintenance Specialists, and Mr. Larry Dunn from our Putnam County Primary School Guest Services Department! These two incredible individuals go above and beyond in their roles each and every day. Whether it’s keeping our schools running smoothly behind the scenes or creating a welcoming environment for everyone who walks through our doors, they truly exemplify what it means to serve with heart. Their commitment, positivity, and willingness to support others make a lasting impact across our district. We are so proud to celebrate Mrs. Surmelin and Mr. Dunn for their hard work and dedication. Thank you both for all you do and for representing the very best of the PCCSS family! ❤️ #PutnamProud

Our next Summer Inspiration Registration is happening NEXT WEEK!

📅 Tuesday, April 14th 2026
⌚️12:30pm to 4:30pm
📍Putnam County Board of Education Office

To see the full list of camps or learn more about upcoming registration dates, please visit https://www.putnam.k12.ga.us/page/summer-inspiration

✨ 4th Annual War Eagle Games — What an Incredible Day! ✨

Today we celebrated one of our favorite traditions — the 4th Annual War Eagle Games — and what a phenomenal day it was! Our students showed courage, joy, determination, and teamwork from start to finish, and their smiles said everything. *To see all the pictures from today's War Eagle Games, please visit the District's Facebook page.

A huge THANK YOU to our amazing teachers, paraprofessionals, support staff, volunteers, and community partners who helped make this event unforgettable. Your energy, flexibility, and heart created a space where every athlete felt seen, supported, and celebrated.

From the cheers in the stands to the high‑fives on the field, today reflected the very best of Putnam County — unity, pride, and a deep love for our students. We are so proud of every participant and grateful for every helping hand that made this day possible. War Eagle Games 2026… another one for the books! 🦅

We are grateful to everyone who joined us for a wonderful 2nd Annual Bloom & Thrive Festival yesterday. With a terrific turnout, families and students enjoyed an engaging afternoon connecting with teachers, school staff, and community partners in a welcoming environment. Participants explored health check stations, children’s activities, learning resources organized by grade level, and enjoyed popcorn, refreshments, gifts, and giveaways.

Teachers from Head Start through 5th grade were on hand to meet families and help build early connections that support a smooth transition into the next school year. Thank you for helping us celebrate learning, growth, and community together—we can’t wait to see you again next year! 🌷

Throughout the week, our campuses were filled with excitement and pride as each school hosted a Torch Walk to celebrate our exceptional War Eagle athletes! 🦅

Teachers, staff, and students lined the halls to cheer them on with high fives, chants, and nonstop encouragement as they prepare for tomorrow’s War Eagle Games. The energy has been incredible, and the support has meant so much to our athletes. 🎉* Please check out the FULL VIDEO and pictures on the District's Facebook page!

And don’t forget—TOMORROW is our 4th Annual WAR EAGLE GAMES! Come out and show your support for our exceptional athletes. Let’s keep the pride going!

Don't forget about our 2nd Annual Bloom & Thrive Festival happening TOMORROW from 4:00pm - 5:30pm at the Putnam County Recreation Department!

This family-friendly event gives students and families a chance to connect with teachers, school staff, and community resources while enjoying activities for kids, refreshments, giveaways, and learning resources by grade level. Teachers from Head Start through 6th grade will be there to meet families and help support a smooth transition into the new school year.

Don't forget- Summer Inspiration Registration is happening TODAY!

📅 Monday, March 30th 2026
⌚️7:30am to 12:30pm
📍Putnam County Board of Education
To see the full list of camps or learn more about upcoming registration dates, please visit https://www.putnam.k12.ga.us/page/summer-inspiration

Exceptionalities Week is a time to honor and celebrate the wonderful differences that make each student unique. We’re excited to welcome our entire community to join us in honoring the unique strengths, abilities, and differences that make our students so extraordinary. Each day highlights a special theme designed to build awareness, promote inclusion, and celebrate every learner.

Don't forget that • TOMORROW • is our Putnam County Child Find Fair and Screening!

📅 Date: March 25th, 2026
📍 Location: Putnam County Board of Education
🔍 What to Expect: Developmental screenings, information about special education services, and guidance from supportive school staff.
📲 Scan the QR code to register.

Yesterday we held our very first Summer Inspiration registration event for 2026—and what an incredible turnout we had! With such a wide variety of camp options available, we’re committed to helping every child discover a program that excites them, fuels their creativity, and turns their summer into an inspiring adventure. We’re excited to create meaningful, memorable experiences for all Summer Inspiration participants and help make this summer truly unforgettable!

If you weren’t able to join us yesterday, we are offering two additional registration opportunities: Monday, March 30th from 7:30 AM–12:30 PM and Tuesday, April 14th from 12:30 PM–4:30 PM, both at the Board of Education office. To explore the full list of camps or learn more about upcoming registration dates, please visit https://www.putnam.k12.ga.us/page/summer-inspiration

Don’t Forget — Summer Inspiration Registration Opens Today!

Join us for the first registration event for this year’s Summer Inspiration Programs, happening TODAY at the Putnam County Elementary School gym from 3:30 PM to 5:30 PM.

To view the full list of camps being offered, simply scan the QR code or visit https://www.putnam.k12.ga.us/page/summer-inspiration 🌞

• REMINDER • Tomorrow (Monday, March 16th) will be a Virtual School Day for all PCCSS students.

Join us for the 2nd Annual Bloom & Thrive Festival on April 2nd from 4:00- 5:30 at the Putnam County Recreation Department. This event is designed to provide families and students with an opportunity to connect with teachers, school staff, and community resources in a welcoming and engaging environment.

Participants will have the opportunity to enjoy:
🌸Meeting and connecting with teachers and school staff
🌷Health check stations
🌼Activities for children
🌹Face painting
🪻Popcorn and refreshments
🪷Gifts and giveaways
💐Learning resources organized by grade level

Teachers representing Head Start through 6th grade will be in attendance to meet upcoming students and families, helping to build early connections and support a smooth transition into the next school year. We look forward to seeing you there as we celebrate learning, growth, and community together.

The Putnam Education Foundation has officially relaunched—and is stepping up in a major way to support innovative classrooms, expand student opportunities, and build lifelong financial skills for Putnam students.

Visit their website to stay updated, get involved, and help us go the extra mile for every Putnam student...https://putnameducationfoundation.org/

Monday, March 16th will be a Virtual School Day for all PCCSS students.

It’s Read Across America Week! 📚

To help kick off this special celebration, several members of our Central Office staff from the Board of Education visited Putnam County Primary School to read to our Head Start and Pre‑K classes. Our youngest learners loved listening to stories and sharing in the joy of reading!

Read Across America is a nationwide initiative that encourages children to discover the magic of books and develop a lifelong love of reading. Moments like these—where students hear stories read aloud, ask questions, and make connections—help build early literacy skills and spark imagination.

We are proud to support literacy from the very beginning and grateful to our staff for taking the time to make this week extra special for our students. 📖

Are you ready to take control of your finances and set your family up for success? 💪🏾💰
Join us for Banking & Budgeting Basics : A fun, relaxed, and totally judgment‑free session designed to help you stretch your dollars, reduce stress, and reach your goals!

No matter where you are in your financial journey, this session is for YOU. Let’s learn, grow, and build stronger futures together! 🙌🏾💙

📅 We hope to see you there! February 26, 2026 @ 10AM
Tag a parent who should join you! 👇🏾

Monday January 19th School is Closed in observance of MLK, Jr. Day!

Join us for our Parent Committee Meeting on January 20 at 10:00 am! See you there!