Mrs. Culbreth’s 3rd grade class had a blast creating edible replicas of sedimentary rocks! This hands-on activity helped students see how these rocks are formed—one tasty layer at a time!
According to Mrs. Anderson, “If you give students pancakes, they will eat them!”
Her PreK students wrapped up week one of their author study on Laura Numeroff with a fun (and delicious) pancake feast!
Her PreK students wrapped up week one of their author study on Laura Numeroff with a fun (and delicious) pancake feast!
Due to anticipated winter weather conditions, PCSD is canceling all school activities for Saturday, January 31 and Sunday, February 1, 2026.
Any changes to the school schedule, including a closure, delay, or digital learning day, will be communicated at a later time as conditions are further evaluated.
Any changes to the school schedule, including a closure, delay, or digital learning day, will be communicated at a later time as conditions are further evaluated.
Mark your calendars! Here's a sweet treat to look forward to with your kiddos! Please join us for Pastries With Parents on Friday, February 13th, from 7:15-8:00 a.m., in the gym.
Congratulations to these talented authors!
Kate, Grace, Aktaviah, Matty, and Weston were recognized with Certificates of Achievement for their entries in the Young Georgia Authors competition. This annual, statewide event for K–12 students in Georgia public schools is sponsored by Metro RESA and the Georgia Department of Education.
We are so proud of your creativity and enthusiasm for writing—keep those stories coming!
Kate, Grace, Aktaviah, Matty, and Weston were recognized with Certificates of Achievement for their entries in the Young Georgia Authors competition. This annual, statewide event for K–12 students in Georgia public schools is sponsored by Metro RESA and the Georgia Department of Education.
We are so proud of your creativity and enthusiasm for writing—keep those stories coming!
Mrs. Collins’ students are hard at work! They’re using bears to add and subtract, base-ten manipulatives to build place value and show numbers in expanded form, and sharpening their skills with a fun sight-word identification game. Learning in action!
Pickens Golf presents the 2nd Annual Father-Daughter Dance on February 7th. Registration deadline: February 3rd.
We look forward to seeing our students tomorrow, January 28th, at our normal class start times.
Out of an abundance of caution, Pickens County Schools will be having a digital learning day tomorrow, January 27th.
School Closure Notice - Monday, January 26, 2026 - Due to the potential for hazardous icy conditions and anticipated power outages across the county, all Pickens County School District schools and offices will be closed on Monday, January 26th. This closure applies to all students and staff. This will not be a digital learning day.
After enjoying "Hair Love" by Matthew Cherry—a sweet story about a dad doing his best to create a very special hairstyle for his daughter’s very special day—our PreK students shared some “hair love” of their own! Here's Mrs. Everett's and Mrs. Allen's class matching colors, stringing beads, and practicing counting while building fine motor and math skills.
Mrs. Connelly’s 4th grade ELA class knocked it out of the park with their Unit Reading Challenge! Students confidently presented how they determined the central idea of a text, carefully annotated relevant details, and then tied it all together by summarizing each paragraph in their own words. Their hard work, thoughtful reading strategies, and clear explanations truly showed how much they’ve grown as readers and thinkers. Way to go, 4th grade—keep reading strong!
Your School. Your Moment.
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From classroom smiles to lifelong connections, our yearbook captures it all. Order now for $36 before the price increases again.
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Mrs. Allen’s PreK class had a "spacetastic" time at their dance party! While moving and grooving, students were learning all about space—what a fun way to explore and learn!
More Kindergarten Sight Word Mastery!
Congratulations to Braxton on your reading success! This kindergartner in Ms. Jenkins' classroom is now working on his fluency folder. Way to go, Braxton!
Congratulations to Braxton on your reading success! This kindergartner in Ms. Jenkins' classroom is now working on his fluency folder. Way to go, Braxton!
And the Hawk Award goes to... Amy Gilleland!
Mrs. Childers honored her with the Hawk, stating, "Mrs. Gilleland is compassionate and knowledgeable in her ability to foster growth, build confidence, and create a positive and inviting learning environment for each of her students. She strives to make connections with students that will empower them to succeed. "
Congratulations, Mrs. Gilleland! We are so glad to have you here at Hill City!
Mrs. Childers honored her with the Hawk, stating, "Mrs. Gilleland is compassionate and knowledgeable in her ability to foster growth, build confidence, and create a positive and inviting learning environment for each of her students. She strives to make connections with students that will empower them to succeed. "
Congratulations, Mrs. Gilleland! We are so glad to have you here at Hill City!
More 100th Day Fun!
Mrs. Gartrell's kindergartners practiced counting in 10 groups of 10. Can you guess what it makes? 100!
Mrs. Gartrell's kindergartners practiced counting in 10 groups of 10. Can you guess what it makes? 100!
Mrs. Dilbeck’s kindergarteners had so much fun celebrating the 100th Day of School! From sharing collections of 100 items to making a 100-treat snack and hunting for numbered Hershey Kisses on the 100s chart, learning was hands-on and sweet!
100th Day of School Fun!
Ms. Jenkins' kindergartners celebrated the 100th day by solving a classroom mystery! Students worked together to find clues, count carefully, and use their thinking skills to crack the case of Ms. Jenkins’ missing pencil sharpener.
Ms. Jenkins' kindergartners celebrated the 100th day by solving a classroom mystery! Students worked together to find clues, count carefully, and use their thinking skills to crack the case of Ms. Jenkins’ missing pencil sharpener.
Hip, hip, hooray for the 100th Day of School!
While these sweet friends from Mrs. Everett’s and Mrs. Anderson’s classrooms are showing off their fabulous 100th Day style, our entire school is celebrating right along with them. We are officially 100 days SMARTER!
While these sweet friends from Mrs. Everett’s and Mrs. Anderson’s classrooms are showing off their fabulous 100th Day style, our entire school is celebrating right along with them. We are officially 100 days SMARTER!
