Putnam County Charter School System

Members of the Putnam County High School Key Club, including President Carolyn Thomas (in pink, back of center “0”) pay tribute to the Eatonton Kiwanis’ 100th year of service to local communities. IAN TOCHER/Staff

Members of the Putnam County High School Key Club, including President Carolyn Thomas (in pink, back of center “0”) pay tribute to the Eatonton Kiwanis’ 100th year of service to local communities. IAN TOCHER/Staff

Putnam County Kiwanis celebrates century mark

Ian Tocher
Wednesday, March 26, 2025
The Putnam County Kiwanis Club joined members of the Kiwanis’ Key Club at Putnam County High School on Friday morning to celebrate 100 years of service by Kiwanis within the county.Joining Putnam County Charter School System Superintendent Derick Austin and Assistant Superintendent Scott Sauls were...
L-R: Students Noah Chamblee, Brittany Suazo Alvarez, Caroline Dial, and Kaden Thompkins received February Student of the Month certificates and swag bags from Putnam County School Superintendent Derick Austin. IAN TOCHER/Staff

L-R: Students Noah Chamblee, Brittany Suazo Alvarez, Caroline Dial, and Kaden Thompkins received February Student of the Month certificates and swag bags from Putnam County School Superintendent Derick Austin. IAN TOCHER/Staff

BOE recognizes top students, approves security cameras

Bailey Ballard
Wednesday, February 26, 2025
The Putnam County Charter School System (PCCSS) Board of Education met Tuesday to recognize its February Students of the Month and approve several resolutions.PCCSS Superintendent Derick Austin recognized Brittany Suazo Alvarez, Caroline Dial, Noah Chamblee, and Kaden Thompkins as February’s...
PCMS broadcasting teacher Bill Rakosnik showcased a running segment, “Q & A with Faculty,” on the in-school broadcast show produced by his class. The demonstration showed student anchors and camera crew at work and the segment was recorded live in front of the board. BAILEY MCCULLY/Staff

PCMS broadcasting teacher Bill Rakosnik showcased a running segment, “Q & A with Faculty,” on the in-school broadcast show produced by his class. The demonstration showed student anchors and camera crew at work and the segment was recorded live in front of the board. BAILEY MCCULLY/Staff

PCMS showcases live talent for Board of Education

Bailey McCully
Wednesday, October 16, 2024
Putnam County Middle School students showcased current clubs and programs Monday night for the Putnam County Board of Education.The school’s hallway leading to the library hosted an assortment of art and a robotics demonstration.
Eric Arena was a reluctant guest of honor May 15 for a retirement party at The Plaza in Eatonton. IAN TOCHER/Staff

Eric Arena was a reluctant guest of honor May 15 for a retirement party at The Plaza in Eatonton. IAN TOCHER/Staff

Arena retiring as Putnam schools superintendent

Ian Tocher
Wednesday, May 22, 2024
Eric Arena is retiring after more than 12 years as the superintendent of the Putnam County Charter School System (PCCSS).Several of Arena’s colleagues and friends surprised him on May 15 with a party at The Plaza Arts Center in Eatonton to recognize his contributions and wish him well in the...
Willie Reid holds up the sign he received to honor his 56 years of service. CONTRIBTUED

Willie Reid holds up the sign he received to honor his 56 years of service. CONTRIBTUED

BOE honors bus driver of 56 years

Bailey McCully
Wednesday, May 22, 2024
The Putnam County Board of Education honored Superintendent Eric Arena and bus driver Willie Reid on May 20 for their years of service to the Putnam County Charter School System (PCCSS).Reid received the Bus Driver of the Year award for his 56 years of driving history with PCCSS.
All wearing black to reflect the ink they prefer to use, members of the Putnam County Charter School System finance department (l-r) Tammy Kilgore, Nichole Crawford, Suzie Davis, Randy Pate, Judy Jones, and Coretta Harris attended Monday’s school board meeting, where they were recognized and thanked for their diligence and dedication. IAN TOCHER/Staff

All wearing black to reflect the ink they prefer to use, members of the Putnam County Charter School System finance department (l-r) Tammy Kilgore, Nichole Crawford, Suzie Davis, Randy Pate, Judy Jones, and Coretta Harris attended Monday’s school board meeting, where they were recognized and thanked for their diligence and dedication. IAN TOCHER/Staff

PCCSS finance department recognized for excellence

Ian Tocher
Wednesday, March 13, 2024
A few months back, the finance department of the Putnam County Charter School System (PCCSS) received an award for its work from the Association of School Business Officials International.On Monday night during the regularly scheduled PCCSS board meeting, the finance department also received an...
Eatonton Messenger/Graphic

Eatonton Messenger/Graphic

Schools, law enforcement hold intruder drills

Lynn Hobbs
Thursday, September 7, 2023
Putnam County Charter School System, Eatonton Police Department, and Putnam County Sheriff’s Office held active shooter drills last week in every school, and they were pleased with the “outstanding” and “extraordinary” results.
Eatonton Messenger/Graphic

Eatonton Messenger/Graphic

BOE hears review of summer camps, state updates

Bailey McCully
Thursday, July 20, 2023
The Putnam County Board of Education heard a review of this year’s Summer Inspiration camps, heard updates to potential Georgia state board rules being voted on, and approved two action items regarding the middle and high schools, on July 17.
Members of the Putnam County High School chorus group take time out from rehearsing their presentation before this year’s graduation ceremonies at War Eagles Stadium last month. CONTRIBUTED

Members of the Putnam County High School chorus group take time out from rehearsing their presentation before this year’s graduation ceremonies at War Eagles Stadium last month. CONTRIBUTED

PCCSS music program receives national recognition

News Staff
Wednesday, June 14, 2023
For the seventh-consecutive year, the Putnam County Charter School System (PCCSS) has been honored with the Best Communities for Music Education designation from the National Association of Music Merchants (NAMM) Foundation for its outstanding commitment to music education.
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