Two more days until we go "Under the Sea" - Don't miss out!
Come support our talented and dedicated Pickens Performing Arts students!

Thursday (4/30) @ 7 pm
Friday (5/1) @ 7 pm
Saturday (5/2) @ 2 pm and 7 pm

Tickets - $10

Our students of the week for the week of April 24 are: Lessie L., Gracie B., and Emma H.. Congratulations everybody!

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PJHS families, please click the link below to complete our Title I Spring Survey. We appreciate your feedback!

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScKaVo1UDMMm4j3Qlkt1ev0n5aJG-NThJhAt8ANzwuWSc4m7Q/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=117303351046151805653

Our drama students had the opportunity to learn a marbling painting technique from Rita Warner, a local community member and volunteer artist from the Pickens Arts and Cultural Association. They were then able to take the technique and apply it to some set pieces for the upcoming PJHS spring musical production of Disney's The Little Mermaid Jr.

Come see their hard work in action on April 30th, May 1st, May 2nd in the PJHS auditorium.

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All student library books will be due on May 11, 2026.

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Dive with us "Under the Sea" at Pickens Junior High School with Ariel, Sebastian, and all your favorite characters in this year’s enchanting, musical adaptation of Disney’s The Little Mermaid Jr.
Follow the headstrong mermaid's journey to the surface, where she risks it all for love in this magical production that is perfect for audiences of all ages.

You have four chances to catch the show this week at Pickens Junior High School in Jasper, GA.
Thursday, April 30th @ 7 pm
Friday, May 1st @ 7 pm
Saturday, May 2nd @ 2 pm and 7pm
Tickets are $10 and can be purchased at the door or in advance at the Junior High School front office.

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8th grade science ELT (Extended Learning Time) students completing a STEM activity: Building a radio!

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Our students had fun at the Special Olympics PJHS Edition today. There were smiles all around!

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Congratulations to our students of the week for the week of April 17: Hunter S., Colton W., Chris B., and Kaylin N. Well done!

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Happy Monday! Check out the newest 8th grade Science Newsletter :)

The PJHS Computer Lab received two new 3-D printers yesterday!

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Mark your calendars - it's time for the PJHS Spring Musical!
This year's production is Disney's "The Little Mermaid Jr"!

Performance Dates:
Thursday, April 30th @ 7 pm
Friday, May 1st @ 7 pm
Saturday, May 2nd @ 2 pm
Saturday, May 2nd @ 7 pm

Location:
PJHS Auditorium

Ticket Prices:
All tickets are $10.00 and can be purchased in advance at PJHS or at-the-door!

Students in Mrs. Bryant's and Mrs. Cleghorn's class participated in a GMAS Review Escape Room. They did a great job working together to solve the challenges and break the codes.

Students in Mrs. Pack's Honors Science class were fortunate enough to hear a former student speak about radiation. Bryce Ware is a Junior at Vanderbilt University studying Electrical and Computer Engineering. He researches how radiation in space damages satellite electronics and how to best perform radiation tests. In addition, he is associate tech crew with Vanderbilt's semiconductor fabrication cleanroom. This summer he will be in Geneva, Switzerland at CERN, the European Organization for Nuclear Research. CERN is home to the Large Hadron Collider, the largest experimental project in the world. There he will be investigating radiation testing in their facilities.

Mrs. Sutton's 8th Grade ELA classes have been reviewing for the upcoming Georgia Milestones. These kids will be ready to shine!

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Mrs. Taylor's class created their own stomata microscope slides in an engaging and challenging activity :)

Dear PJ Families,

As we approach Georgia Milestones testing, we want to come together as a school community to support and encourage our students. The Milestones tests are an important part of their academic journey, and your words of encouragement can make a meaningful impact as they prepare for and take these assessments.

We are inviting parents, guardians, and community supporters to write a short, positive message or word of encouragement for our students. Whether it’s a few words of motivation, a reminder of how proud you are of their hard work, or a simple message of confidence, your support will go a long way in boosting their spirits!

How to Participate:

Write a message of encouragement for our students in the Google Form that is attached:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeR-Kl83NKT7Gz82JPBRMfqvUn6BCdTtDODc-8WttXOczotKw/viewform?usp=header

Submit your message by Wednesday, April 22nd, 2026.

Thank you for being an essential part of our school community. Together, we can help our students feel confident and prepared for the challenges ahead.

Here's a Sneak Peek of the PJHS Yearbook cover!

You can still purchase a copy @ jostens.com
About 50 copies available
Once those are sold, no additional copies will be available
Distribution will be in May

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