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.
Limited Number of Yearbooks Left! Don't miss your opportunity to buy one this year! This year we are using Varsity Yearbook. Use this link: https://yearbookordercenter.com/jobSearch/displayHome
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.
Don't miss your opportunity to have a copy of the 2025-2026 JMS Yearbook! This year, we are using Varsity Yearbook.
School tomorrow at our regular times.
Virtual Day: Monday, February 2. Students will work from home.
Students will work from home on Tuesday, January 27, 2026.
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.
Don't miss your opportunity to have a copy of the 2025-2026 JMS Yearbook! This year, we are using Varsity Yearbook.
We can't wait to see all of our students back in school on Tuesday, January 6, 2026!
Start the year off right by reading a great book on our Digital Day, Monday, January 5, 2026! Students can access books through SORA on Clever if they need a book.
Support our talented students at the JMS Student Talent Show on Tuesday, December 16 at 6:00 pm in the JMS Gym! Admission is a canned food donation.
Don't miss the JMS Student Talent Show! Please bring canned food for admission to the show!
Sixteen students have been chosen to serve on Dr. Travis Thomas’ Superintendent’s Student Advisory Council. Read the full article here: https://www.pickens.k12.ga.us/article/2562496
JMS Canned Food Drive!
Nov. 17-20
Items needed: Rice, Canned Food, Mac and Cheese, and Dry Food Goods
Nov. 17-20
Items needed: Rice, Canned Food, Mac and Cheese, and Dry Food Goods
JMS Fall Flannel
5th Grade-Thursday, Nov. 6 from 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm
6th Grade-Friday, Nov. 7 from 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm
Wear your casual attire-jeans, flannel, boots!
5th Grade-Thursday, Nov. 6 from 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm
6th Grade-Friday, Nov. 7 from 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm
Wear your casual attire-jeans, flannel, boots!
Red Ribbon Week is Oct. 27-31!
Picture Retake Day is October 8! Make sure to get your picture made for this year's yearbook!
PCSD is excited to share a powerful tool provided by the Georgia Department of Education to help families protect their children online: Parent ProTech, a free resource available to all parents in our school district.
It offers guidance, video tutorials, and practical tips to help you navigate the digital world your child is growing up in.
Signing up is quick and easy—and completely free! Please visit this link for step-by-step instructions on how to create your account and start exploring.
https://app.parentprotech.com/1021/pickens-county/en/signup?source=admin
It offers guidance, video tutorials, and practical tips to help you navigate the digital world your child is growing up in.
Signing up is quick and easy—and completely free! Please visit this link for step-by-step instructions on how to create your account and start exploring.
https://app.parentprotech.com/1021/pickens-county/en/signup?source=admin
