On the school calendar for the 2025-2026 school year, the last day of school on Friday, May 22nd is a half day. This was done to ensure a smooth and timely conclusion to the school year, as well as efficient transportation for both students and graduation attendees for the Class of 2026's graduation ceremony that evening.
Dismissal Times for Friday, May 22nd
Pickens High School and Pickens Junior High will have a 11:15 dismissal.
All remaining schools (Harmony, Hill City, Tate and Jasper Middle) will have a 11:30 dismissal.
Graduation will be Friday, May 22nd at 7:00 PM at Pickens High School stadium.
Dismissal Times for Friday, May 22nd
Pickens High School and Pickens Junior High will have a 11:15 dismissal.
All remaining schools (Harmony, Hill City, Tate and Jasper Middle) will have a 11:30 dismissal.
Graduation will be Friday, May 22nd at 7:00 PM at Pickens High School stadium.
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PHS would like to congratulate our winners who had perfect attendance for the entire month of March. Each of these students will be receiving a $25 Amazon gift card.
In 9th grade - Kellen Evans
In 10th grade - Lily Young
In 11th grade - Jayden Ivey
In 12th grade - Eli Breen
These funds made available by Amicalola EMC Operation Round Up.
In 9th grade - Kellen Evans
In 10th grade - Lily Young
In 11th grade - Jayden Ivey
In 12th grade - Eli Breen
These funds made available by Amicalola EMC Operation Round Up.
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Please note that prom is at The Venue at Sharp Mountain, NOT Sharptop. Tickets are on sale until 1:00 pm Friday outside the cafeteria. Tickets will not be sold at the door.
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Reminder - the first information session on the new Virtual Academy will be held tonight at 6:00 p.m. at the Pickens Junior High Auditorium (can't make this one, we will have a second night on April 23).
The sessions (you only need to attend one) will provide details about the enrollment process and eligibility requirements, student expectations, academic requirements, graduation pathways, and parent responsibilities. Each session will also include a question-and-answer opportunity.
For more information about these virtual learning options, please visit https://www.pickens.k12.ga.us/o/pcs/page/virtual-academy.
The sessions (you only need to attend one) will provide details about the enrollment process and eligibility requirements, student expectations, academic requirements, graduation pathways, and parent responsibilities. Each session will also include a question-and-answer opportunity.
For more information about these virtual learning options, please visit https://www.pickens.k12.ga.us/o/pcs/page/virtual-academy.
Save the Date! The first information session on the new Virtual Academy will be held on March 23 at 6:00 p.m. at the Pickens Junior High Auditorium (can't make this one, we will have a second night on April 23).
The sessions (you only need to attend one) will provide details about the enrollment process and eligibility requirements, student expectations, academic requirements, graduation pathways, and parent responsibilities. Each session will also include a question-and-answer opportunity.
For more information about these virtual learning options, please visit https://www.pickens.k12.ga.us/o/pcs/page/virtual-academy.
The sessions (you only need to attend one) will provide details about the enrollment process and eligibility requirements, student expectations, academic requirements, graduation pathways, and parent responsibilities. Each session will also include a question-and-answer opportunity.
For more information about these virtual learning options, please visit https://www.pickens.k12.ga.us/o/pcs/page/virtual-academy.
Beginning in the 2026–2027 school year, the Pickens County School District will introduce a new learning pathway designed to provide students with flexible, high-quality educational opportunities - Pickens Virtual Academy.
The district will host two information sessions at the Pickens Junior High Auditorium on March 23 at 6:00 p.m. and April 23 at 6:00 p.m.
For more information visit our website at: https://www.pickens.k12.ga.us/article/2772637
The district will host two information sessions at the Pickens Junior High Auditorium on March 23 at 6:00 p.m. and April 23 at 6:00 p.m.
For more information visit our website at: https://www.pickens.k12.ga.us/article/2772637
Due to the timing of anticipated severe weather and to ensure the safety of our students, staff, and families, all schools in the Pickens County School District and the district office will operate on a two-hour delay on Monday, March 16, 2026.
Congratulations to Mrs. Valerie Boehm on being named Teacher of the Year for Pickens High School!
This honor reflects the dedication, passion, and commitment you bring to your students and to our school community every day. Your ability to inspire, support, and challenge students to reach their full potential makes a lasting impact both in and out of the classroom.
Pickens High School is proud to recognize your hard work and the positive difference you make in the lives of so many. Congratulations on this well-deserved recognition, Mrs. Boehm!
This honor reflects the dedication, passion, and commitment you bring to your students and to our school community every day. Your ability to inspire, support, and challenge students to reach their full potential makes a lasting impact both in and out of the classroom.
Pickens High School is proud to recognize your hard work and the positive difference you make in the lives of so many. Congratulations on this well-deserved recognition, Mrs. Boehm!
Zoiee Jarrett, a Junior at PHS, is the winner of the February Meme Challenge in the Media Center. Zoiee submitted a cat reading meme to win a free book and a candy bar. Way to go Zoiee!
It's winter break, but Dragon Nation is still at work!
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Please join us in congratulating the PHS Class of 2026 Valedictorian, Ellison Steinhauer, and Salutatorian, Devin Shoemake, for earning the highest accomplishment our school has to offer. We are immensely proud of you both for the determination, grit, and hard work ethic that you both have poured into your educational journey to reach this goal. You both make PHS proud beyond measure!
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Perfect Attendance winners for the month of January.
9th - Quincy Flatt
10th - Cydney Bishop
11th - Ayden Loughner
12th - Gabriella Fowler
9th - Quincy Flatt
10th - Cydney Bishop
11th - Ayden Loughner
12th - Gabriella Fowler
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