Pickens County Schools will have virtual learning day on Jan. 18
Board of Education, Press Release January 17, 2022
The Pickens County Board of Education issued the following press release today. 
The press release can also be viewed at the school district’s website.
Pickens County Schools will Allow Extracurricular Activities
Community, Dragon's Corner January 5, 2021
Dear Dragon Families,
After much consideration, it has been determined that all Pickens County School District
extracurricular activities will be allowed to continue as planned. This decision was made after
careful consideration was given to the safety, health and well-being of all parties involved. After
discussions with administrators, coaches, central office personnel and local healthcare officials, we
have developed a plan that we believe will allow for hosting of all school-sponsored events to be
done in a safe manner.
In order to host these events on our campus, it will be necessary to implement the following
mitigation strategies:
- Spectators must wear a mask or face shield at all times while inside a Pickens
County School District facility. - Social distancing must be practiced when practical.
- Capacity at all events on Pickens County campuses will be limited to 25%.
- All participants, coaches and sponsors will be screened prior to participating
in any event or practice.
*Failure to comply with these requirements may result in removal from the
event or activity.
We ask for your complete cooperation as we continually seek strategies that will allow for
our students to participate in these extracurricular activities and events. These students have
worked extremely hard to prepare for these events. They need our support and cooperation in
order for them to safely participate.
Thank you in advance for doing your part to support our students across all extracurricular
and co-curricular activities within the district. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to
contact me, Mr. Chris Wallace, or Dr. Chad Flatt at [email protected],
[email protected], or [email protected].
Respectfully,
Dr. Rick Townsend
Superintendent
District Implements Increased Screening Procedures for Building Entry
Community, Dragon's Corner May 15, 2020FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: MAY 15, 2020
District Implements Increased Screening Procedures for Building Entry
Pickens High School Reopened
Pickens High School was closed earlier in the week for detailed cleaning due to an employee
accessing the building while awaiting test results for COVID-19. It was determined later the
same day that the employee tested positive although asymptomatic. The school has now been
sanitized.
The district has intensified its procedures for employees and visitors who wish to enter any
building, including schools. All individuals will be required to answer a questionnaire posted on
the front door of each building, as well as sign-in and out if they meet entry requirements.
Hand sanitizing stations have been set-up at the entrances as well. Additionally, notification of
these procedures has been sent out through email to all staff.
Graduation activities will continue to take place at Dragon Stadium provided the weather
cooperates Friday evening and Saturday. Volunteers and staff members will be available to
assist families and graduates. The PHS Welcome Center will have specific directions when you
arrive on campus.
The school district appreciates the support of its stakeholders during this time. The district will
continue to adhere to health and safety precautions and guidance provided by the Department
of Public Health and CDC in order to protect our students, their families, and our staff.
Media Contact:
Destini Shope, Director of Community Engagement and Public Relations
[email protected]
706-253-1700 ext. 328
Pickens County Schools Employee Tests Positive for COVID-19
Community, Dragon's Corner May 12, 2020
Pickens County School District was notified this evening that an employee of Pickens High
School, who was in the building today, has since received a positive diagnosis for COVID-19.
Out of an abundance of caution, the district has immediately closed the building for extensive
cleaning and will continue to follow guidance from the Department of Public Health and the
CDC.
Graduation activities scheduled for this week will continue as planned. Although the staff
member was not in the area planned for filming, the location of the graduation ceremony has
been moved to a different section of the PHS campus and not in the main facility. We have
multiple locations on campus where filming can take place if needed. Graduates, families and
guests will receive specific directions regarding the location through Infinite Campus messenger
and email, as well as at the Welcome Center upon arrival.
Volunteers and staff members will be available to assist families and graduates. The district will
continue to be vigilant in following necessary precautions in order to maintain the health and
safety of our students, their families, and our staff.
Media Contact:
Destini Shope, Director of Community Engagement and Public Relations
[email protected]