Daily Announcements

Thursday, April 17, 2025

Know someone with a car that is worth showing off or enjoy looking at classic vehicles? The band program is hosting a car show on June 7 at Rotary. All are welcome, and all are invited to register their vehicles for competition. For additional details and information, please see or email Ms. Stephens.

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Wednesday, April 16, 2025

Know someone with a car that is worth showing off or enjoy looking at classic vehicles? The band program is hosting a car show on June 7 at Rotary. All are welcome, and all are invited to register their vehicles for competition. For additional details and information, please see or email Ms. Stephens.

The Scholastic Book Fair is still going on in the library, but it will come to an end on Thursday after 3rd lunch. Please, plan to visit the Book Fair soon to make your final purchases. Reminder, you may visit during your lunch, before or after school, and during class with your teacher's permission. The library is still closed for lunch due to the Book Fair.

Attention Seniors: Tomorrow is your class picture and individual cap and gown pictures. You should arrive at school by 8:15am dressed in your graduation attire and with your cap and gown. You will report to your first block class and wait for an all-call announcement to dismiss you to the auditorium for pictures. Do not report to the auditorium prior to the announcement unless you have been specifically told to by Mrs. Rose or Mrs. Wood. If you do not have graduation attire please see your guidance counselor as soon as possible today.

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Tuesday, April 15, 2025

Know someone with a car that is worth showing off or enjoy looking at classic vehicles? The band program is hosting a car show on June 7 at Rotary. All are welcome, and all are invited to register their vehicles for competition. For additional details and information, please see or email Ms. Stephens.

There will be no lunch in the library this week due to the book fair. However, if you wish to visit the book fair to browse and/or purchase items you may do so after you eat lunch elsewhere.

The Scholastic Book Fair will be held in the library though Thursday at the end of 3rd lunch. Students may visit the book fair before the 8:25 bell each morning, after school until 4pm, during your lunches, and during class with your teacher's permission. In addition, students who have English this semester may visit during English class. We accept all forms of payment; cash, card, check, and Apple Pay!

The Sr. Beta Club is helping collect food donations for the Commonwealth Attorney’s Office food drive. If you have a can or box of food you would like to donate you can drop it off in room 170 during Cougar Pride.

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Monday, April 14, 2025

The Scholastic Book Fair will be held in the library today-Thursday, April 14th-17th. Students may visit the book fair before the 8:25 bell each morning, after school until 4pm, during your lunches, and during class with your teacher's permission. In addition, students who have English this semester may visit during English class. We accept all forms of payment; cash, card, check, and Apple Pay!

There will be no lunch in the library this week due to the book fair. However, if you wish to visit the book fair to browse and/or purchase items you may do so after you eat lunch elsewhere.

This past weekend runners from across the country gathered in Elmwood Park in Roanoke, Virginia for the 16th annual Foot Levelers Blue Ridge Marathon. Our very own Eli Roberson won this marathon and we are beyond proud of him for this accomplishment. way to go Mr. Roberson!

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Friday, April 11, 2025

The Scholastic Book Fair will be held in the library next Monday-Thursday, April 14th-17th. Students may visit the book fair before the 8:25 bell each morning, after school until 4pm, during your lunches, and during class with your teacher's permission. In addition, students who have English this semester may visit during English class. We accept all forms of payment; cash, card, check, and Apple Pay!

Attention Sr. Betas attending National Convention. The second deposit of $200 is due to Mrs. Fain in guidance TODAY.
Just a reminder for students attending prom tomorrow night, doors will not open until 8pm and prom ends at midnight.

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Thursday, April 10, 2025

Attention Sr. Betas attending National Convention. The second deposit of $200 is due to Mrs. Fain in guidance on Friday 4/11/2025

Due to an error on the prom invitation sent home with students, there has been a change in the hours of prom. Prom will be held from 8pm-midnight on Saturday April 12. Doors will not open until 8pm.

The Sr. Beta Club is helping collect food donations for the Commonwealth Attorney’s Office food drive. If you have a can or box of food you would like to donate you can drop it off in room 170 during Cougar Pride.

The library will be closed for lunch today, we will be setting up the book fair! The Scholastic Book Fair will be held in the library next Monday-Thursday, April 14th-17th. Students may visit the book fair before the 8:25 bell each morning, after school until 4pm, during your lunches, and during class with your teacher's permission. In addition, students who have English this semester may visit during English class. We accept all forms of payment; cash, card, check, and Apple Pay!

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Wednesday, April 9, 2025

Attention gifted students going on the trip to Old Salem TOMORROW! Please check your Google Classroom today for details about departure time. Also, there may be more details later today regarding lunch orders so pay attention to email notifications.

Attention Sr. Betas attending National Convention. The second deposit of $200 is due to Mrs. Fain in guidance on Friday 4/11/2025

Due to an error on the prom invitation sent home with students, there has been a change in the hours of prom. Prom will be held from 8pm-midnight on Saturday April 12. Doors will not open until 8pm.

Seniors will be receiving cap and gowns during all lunches today in the Library. The library will be closed for lunch today for all other students.

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Tuesday, April 8, 2025

Attention Sr. Betas attending National Convention. The second deposit of $200 is due to Mrs. Fain in guidance on Friday 4/11/2025

Due to an error on the prom invitation sent home with students, there has been a change in the hours of prom. Prom will be held from 8pm-midnight on Saturday April 12. Doors will not open until 8pm.

The Library will be open for lunch today!

We would like to congratulate Midori Waycaster for representing PCHS in the VSBA Art show. Her artwork placed in the VSBA Blue Ridge Regional Student Art Contest and will compete on the state level in June. Midori Waycaster received 1st Place as the Middle School Winner! She represents Patrick County High School as an 8 th Grader. Congratulations Midori! We are so proud of you! In addition, Ashontis Madison entered artwork in the contest and received a recognition award! Congratulations to these Cougar artists!
Prom forms are due TODAY! Cost is $25
Attention Juniors and Seniors Prom Court Nominations may be submitted on the Google Form found in your Google Classroom Class of 2025 and 2026. Nominations will be accepted through the end of the day TODAY.
The Sr. Beta Club is helping collect food donations for the Commonwealth Attorney’s Office food drive. If you have a can or box of food you would like to donate you can drop it off in room 170 during Cougar Pride.

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Monday, April 7, 2025

Prom forms are due TOMORROW April 8th. Cost is $25.

Attention Juniors and Seniors Prom Court Nominations may be submitted on the Google Form found in your Google Classroom Class of 2025 and 2026. Nominations will be accepted through Tuesday April 8th.

Patrick County building trades and cosmetology students attended the 60th SkillsUSA State Leadership conference held at the Berglund Center in Roanoke, VA, April 5th and 6th, 2025. Building Trades students, Eli Wood, Parker Roop, Carter Gregory, and Reggie Brown placed 2nd winning the silver medal in teamworks building construction. Cosmetology student Ashly Madrid placed 2nd winning the silver medal in fantasy manikin. Abby Royall, Eden Nickleston, and Bella Lemons placed 5th in total Fantasy look. SkillsUSA Advisors, Mrs. Culler and Mr. Steagall, said that they are proud of their students for putting forth the time and commitment it takes in preparing for the State SkillsUSA contest.

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Friday, April 4, 2025

Prom forms are due Tuesday, April 8. Cost is $25.

Attention Juniors and Seniors Prom Court Nominations may be submitted on the Google Form found in your Google Classroom Class of 2025 and 2026. Nominations will be accepted through Tuesday April 8th.
Attention Sr. Betas!! Your service hours are due April 30, 2025. If you need more hours or would like to help out with another project, there will be a road clean up Saturday, April 5, 2025, in Stuart. If you're interested in volunteering for the road clean up, see Mrs. Keith in the college suite.

The Sr. Beta Club is helping collect food donations for the Commonwealth Attorney’s Office food drive. If you have a can or box of food you would like to donate you can drop it off in room 170 during Cougar Pride.

Faculty and Staff, if you are interested in Chaperoning Prom please fill out the google form that was sent out via email by Ana.

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Thursday, April 3, 2025

Faculty and Staff, if you are interested in Chaperoning Prom please fill out the google form that was sent out via email by Ana

Attention Juniors and Seniors Prom Court Nominations may be submitted on the Google Form found in your Google Classroom Class of 2025 and 2026. Nominations will be accepted through Tuesday April 8th.
Cougar Den will be held every Tuesday AND Thursday after school in the month of April.

The Sr. Beta Club is helping collect food donations for the Commonwealth Attorney’s Office food drive. If you have a can or box of food you would like to donate you can drop it off in room 170 during Cougar Pride.

Attention Sr. Betas!! Your service hours are due April 30, 2025. If you need more hours or would like to help out with another project, there will be a road clean up Saturday, April 5, 2025, in Stuart. If you're interested in volunteering for the road clean up, see Mrs. Keith in the college suite.

Prom forms are due Tuesday, April 8. Cost is $25.

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Wednesday, April 2, 2025

Cougar Den will be held every Tuesday AND Thursday after school in the month of April.

Attention Sr. Betas!! Your service hours are due April 30, 2025. If you need more hours or would like to help out with another project, there will be a road clean up Saturday, April 5, 2025, in Stuart. If you're interested in volunteering for the road clean up, see Mrs. Keith in the college suite.

Prom forms are due Tuesday, April 8. Cost is $25.

There will be no Cougar Pride sessions in the Library this week due to teachers and counselors using the Library during Cougar Pride. In addition, there will be no lunch in the Library this entire week due to an English class doing research during 3rd block.

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Tuesday, April 1, 2025

Aasis Scholars need to turn in their permission forms today to Mrs. Belcher. We will leave by 8:15 tomorrow morning.

Attention Sr. Betas: Your service hours are due April 30. If you need more hours or would just like to help out with another project there will be a road clean up, Saturday, April 5 in Stuart. If interested in volunteering for the road
clean up, see Mrs. Keith in the College Suite.

Prom forms are due Tuesday, April 8th. The cost is $25.00.

Cougar Den will be held every Tuesday AND Thursday after school in the month of April.

There will be no Cougar Pride sessions in the Library this week due to teachers and counselors using the Library during Cougar Pride. In addition, there will be no lunch in the Library this entire week due to an English class doing research during 3rd block.
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Monday, March 31, 2025

Cougar Den will be held every Tuesday AND Thursday after school in the month of April.

There will be no Cougar Pride sessions in the Library this week due to teachers and councilors using the Library during Cougar Pride. In addition, there will be no lunch in the Library this entire week due to an english class doing research during 3rd block.

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Friday, March 28, 2025

Attention Seniors! You need to pick up your senior class t-shirts during your lunch today. Mrs. Wood will be set up in the hallway the second half of each lunch today to hand those out. You must have already paid in order to pick up your shirt today!

Cougar Den will be held every Tuesday AND Thursday after school in the month of April! You can sign up on Flex!

The Library is closed today due to SOL testing. There will not be lunch in the library today, the library will reopen once testing is completed for the day.

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Thursday, March 27, 2025

Sr. Beta National Convention Attendees, your first deposit for National Convention is due TODAY to Mrs. Fain in Guidance.

Attention Students!!! Cougar Den will NOT be held afterschool this week, BUUUUUUUUUUTTTT, Cougar Den will be held every Tuesday AND Thursday after school in the month of April.

Reminder: We are on a NO Cougar Pride schedule today. There will be some make-up SOL tests going on in the building, so be aware of testing signs in the hallway. In addition, the library is open for students today and open for lunch as well.

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Wednesday, March 26, 2025

Sr. Beta National Convention Attendees, your first deposit for National Convention is due this week on Tursday, 03-27 to Mrs. Fain in Guidance.

The Library is closed today due to SOL testing. There will not be lunch in the library today, the library will reopen once testing is completed for the day.

Attention Students ages 16 and older. This is a reminder that all application for summer employment as lifeguards and concession workers for DeHart Park are due TODAY. Applications can be picked up and turned in to room #134 with Mrs. Handy or Mrs. Corns or at the PC Recreation Department. AGAIN, APPLICATIONS DUE TODAY. No late applications will be accepted.
Attention Students!!! Cougar Den will NOT be held afterschool this week, BUUUUUUUUUUTTTT, Cougar Den will be held every Tuesday AND Thursday after school in the month of April.

As we come back after spring break, we have a couple of reminders: 1) Phones are to be POWERED DOWN and PUT AWAY from 8 am to 3:30 pm each day. Cell phones are NOT to be in any pockets -- hoodies or pants. 2) Be reminded of the dress code -- no parts should be showing

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Tuesday, March 25, 2025

The library will be closed to students and for lunch on Wednesday and Friday of this week due to the Writing SOL tests.

Attention Students!!! Cougar Den will NOT be held afterschool this week, BUUUUUUUUUUTTTT, Cougar Den will be held every Tuesday AND Thursday after school in the month of April.

Of the Month Nominations are now available in your class of Google Classroom. Nominations are due no later than Wednesday by 9:00AM. Be sure to READ the INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY. All nominees should be chosen based on their positive contribution to the school environment and atmosphere. THIS IS NOT A POPULARITY CONTEST. If you do no include the explanation beside the name, your nomination will be eliminated. REASON MUST BE LEGITIMATE and APPROPRIATE. Thank you for your participation.

Attention Students ages 16 and older. This is a reminder that all application for summer employment as lifeguards and concession workers for DeHart Park are due THIS WEDNESDAY, MARCH 26th. Applications can be picked up and turned in to room #134 with Mrs. Handy or Mrs. Corns or at the PC Recreation Department. AGAIN, APPLICATIONS DUE THIS WEDNESDAY, MARCH 26th. No late applications will be accepted.

Congratulations to the following PCHS Fishing Team Members for qualifying for states: Tripp Thompson/Jacob Spencer, Will Heath/Chace Handy, Jonah Shockley/Hunter Heath, Kade Williams/Jazmyne Reynolds, Jake Bryant/Logan Brown, and Caleb Geiger/Antwain Mitchell. Also qualifying for States in the Junior Division: Evan Eastridge/Wesley Kruse, Cameron Redd/Parker Jones, and Kipton Vipperman/Trenton Miller. Way to go, Cougars!
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Monday, March 24, 2025

There will NOT be lunch in the library today due to an English class doing research.
It will be open for lunch tomorrow.

Congratulations to the following Patrick County High School Fishing Team Members who made the John Crews All-Elite Team: Hunter Heath, Jonah Shockley, Will Heath, and Chase Handy.

Attention Students!!! Cougar Den will NOT be held afterschool this week, BUUUUUUUUUUTTTT, Cougar Den will be held every Tuesday AND Thursday after school in the month of April.

Cougar artist participated in the 8th annual Student art show at Reynolds Homestead This show consisted of 105 artists with 150 peices of work from surrounding areas. The following schools participated Bassett High School, Magna Vista High School, Surry Central High school and homeschoolers in surrounding areas.
Bull Mountain Arts and VT Reynolds Homestead would like to congratulate the winners from Patrick County High School, In Drawing black and White category, Laila Hairston-Slater won 3rd place with cash prize for "Memories of grandma", Ana Solidad Huerta won 2nd place cash prize for "Tea Time", and Kali Bowman won Honorable mention with "Wild flowers".
In Drawing color category Alexis Cox won Honorable mention with cash prize for "My baby".
In painting category the following PC artists won cash prizes. Honorable mention went to Anna Witt for her artwork "Heart construction". Sydney Peer got second place with "Rainbow Beetle", and first place went to Ashantis Madison with her artwork "Empowered".
The following students sold work , Chloe Hamblin, Zachary Collins, Anna Long, Cameron Rakes, Kaydence Harmon, Riley Clifton, Kathryn Shepherd, Alexis Cox, Aryanna Lopp, Tessa Johnson, Ana Solidad Huerta, and Aydan Hunt. Please see art teacher Grace Helms to collect prizes if you were not at awards ceremony.

As we come back after spring break, we have a couple of reminders: 1) Phones are to be POWERED DOWN and PUT AWAY from 8 am to 3:30 pm each day. Cell phones are NOT to be in any pockets -- hoodies or pants. 2) Be reminded of the dress code -- no parts should be showing

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Thursday, March 13, 2025

Attention Seniors!! This is the last week to turn in your local scholarship forms!

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Wednesday, March 12, 2025

Attention Seniors: This is the last week to turn in your local scholarship forms.

The library is closed for Cougar Pride tomorrow and Friday. If you were signed up for a Cougar Pride in the library for tomorrow, please choose another activity. Friday's Chess Club Cougar Pride will meet in the courtyard instead of the library.

Calling all teen and adult performers! Once Upon a Blue Ridge, The Star Theatre, & One Family Productions are holding auditions for The Living Storybook: Alice in Wonderland, at the Star Theatre in Downtown Stuart! Auditions are on Saturday, March 29th, from 10 am to 2 pm. Auditioners will read from the script and sing a simple song. There will be two shows on Saturday, April 19th, at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. For more information, go to your Google Classroom Class of... or email [email protected].

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Tuesday, March 11, 2025

Attention Seniors: This is the last week to turn in your local scholarship forms.

Patrick County High School Fishing Team in Set to Compete in State Qualifiers. Best of Luck to members of the Patrick County High School Fishing Team as they compete against other regional high school teams in the B.A.S.S Nation of Virginia State Qualifier tournaments at Smith Mountain Lake and Philpott Lake, March 22nd and 23rd. Good luck to all the anglers. Be safe and bring back PC big wins!

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Monday, March 10, 2025

Attention Seniors: This is the last week to turn in your local scholarship forms.

Calling all teen and adult performers! Once Upon a Blue Ridge, The Star Theatre, & One Family Productions are holding auditions for The Living Storybook: Alice in Wonderland, at the Star Theatre in Downtown Stuart! Auditions are on Saturday, March 29th, from 10 am to 2 pm. Auditioners will read from the script and sing a simple song. There will be two shows on Saturday, April 19th, at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. For more information, go to your Google Classroom Class of... or email [email protected].
Attention Students ages 16 and older. DeHart Park is now accepting applications for 2025 Summer Employment for Lifeguards and Concession Workers. Applications are available in Room #134 with Mrs.Nikki Handy or Mrs.Amy Corns or at the PC Recreation Department. Applications are due no later than March 26th. A lifeguard certification class will be offered. Please see Mrs.Corns or Mrs.Handy if you have any questions.
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Friday, March 7, 2025

Attention Seniors:This is the last weekend to work on your local scholarship forms, which are due next Friday, March 14.

Attention Senior Betas: Permission forms for National Convention are due TODAY. See Mr. Turchek in room 170 if you have questions.

Calling all teen and adult performers! Once Upon a Blue Ridge, The Star Theatre, & One Family Productions are holding auditions for The Living Storybook: Alice in Wonderland, at the Star Theatre in Downtown Stuart! Auditions are on Saturday, March 29th, from 10 am to 2 pm. Auditioners will read from the script and sing a simple song. There will be two shows on Saturday, April 19th, at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. For more information, go to your Google Classroom Class of... or email [email protected].
Attention Students ages 16 and older. DeHart Park is now accepting applications for 2025 Summer Employment for Lifeguards and Concession Workers. Applications are available in Room #134 with Mrs.Nikki Handy or Mrs.Amy Corns or at the PC Recreation Department. Applications are due no later than March 26th. A lifeguard certification class will be offered. Please see Mrs.Corns or Mrs.Handy if you have any questions.

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Thursday, March 6, 2025

Attention Senior Betas: Permission forms for National Convention are due this Friday, March 7th. See Mr. Turchek in room 170 if you missed the convention meetings and want to attend National Convention in Florida this summer.

Calling all teen and adult performers! Once Upon a Blue Ridge, The Star Theatre, & One Family Productions are holding auditions for The Living Storybook: Alice in Wonderland, at the Star Theatre in Downtown Stuart! Auditions are on Saturday, March 29th, from 10 am to 2 pm. Auditioners will read from the script and sing a simple song. There will be two shows on Saturday, April 19th, at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. For more information, go to your Google Classroom Class of... or email [email protected].

Attention Students ages 16 and older. DeHart Park is now accepting applications for 2025 Summer Employment for Lifeguards and Concession Workers. Applications are available in Room #134 with Mrs.Nikki Handy or Mrs.Amy Corns or at the PC Recreation Department. Applications are due no later than March 26th. A lifeguard certification class will be offered. Please see Mrs.Corns or Mrs.Handy if you have any questions.

The Library is closed for lunch today and for the remainder of the week due to an English class doing research during 3rd block.

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Wednesday, March 5, 2025

Attention 8th graders: Today is the last day to sign up for courses for the 2025-2026 school year. If you have not yet selected your courses for next year, you will need to see your school counselor TODAY.

Attention JV Softball: There will be no Practice today.

Attention Senior Betas: Permission forms for National Convention are due this Friday, March 7th. See Mr. Turchek in room 170 if you missed the convention meetings and want to attend National Convention in Florida this summer.

The Library is closed for lunch today and for the remainder of the week due to an English class doing research during 3rd block.

Attention Students ages 16 and older. DeHart Park is now accepting applications for 2025 Summer Employment for Lifeguards and Concession Workers. Applications are available in Room #134 with Mrs.Nikki Handy or Mrs.Amy Corns or at the PC Recreation Department. Applications are due no later than March 26th. A lifeguard certification class will be offered. Please see Mrs.Corns or Mrs.Handy if you have any questions.

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Tuesday, March 4, 2025

The Library is closed for lunch today and for the remainder of the week due to an English class doing research during 3rd block.

Attention Students ages 16 and older. DeHart Park is now accepting applications for 2025 Summer Employment for Lifeguards and Concession Workers. Applications are available in Room #134 with Mrs.Nikki Handy or Mrs.Amy Corns or at the PC Recreation Department. Applications are due no later than March 26th. A lifeguard certification class will be offered. Please see Mrs.Corns or Mrs.Handy if you have any questions.

If you could use help in your classes, have been absent from school, or need internet access then sign up for Cougar Den in Flex. Cougar Den will be held in the library on Tuesday of this week and also Tuesday of next week.

Attention Sr. Betas! Signed permission and swim forms for National Convention are due Friday, March 7, 2025 to Mr. Turchek in room 170.

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Monday, March 3, 2025

The Library is closed for lunch every day this week, March 3-7, due to an English class doing research during 3rd block, BUT will be open for students any other time of the day.
Attention Students ages 16 and older. DeHart Park is now accepting applications for 2025 Summer Employment for Lifeguards and Concession Workers. Applications are available in Room #134 with Mrs.Nikki Handy or Mrs.Amy Corns or at the PC Recreation Department. Applications are due no later than March 26th. A lifeguard certification class will be offered. Please see Mrs.Corns or Mrs.Handy if you have any questions.
Attention 10th grade! All current sophomores, rising juniors, must have all of their course requests submitted for the 2025-2026 school year TODAY by the end of the day. If you have questions, see your school counselor for help. Again, TODAY is the last day to submit your course requests in PowerSchool.
Practice for tryouts for the 2025 Patrick County Color Guard Team will be March 4-7 from 6-8 pm. Tryouts will be held March 10th. Rising 9th-12th graders are eligible to try out. Rising 8th graders may also try out if they were a member of Winter Guard this year. Please see Mrs. Ashlee Mullis, Madison Scott, or Ginny Nations for more information. There are sign up sheets on Mrs. Mullis' door and outside the library. Please sign up if you plan to try out.
If you could use help in your classes, have been absent from school, or need internet access then sign up for Cougar Den in Flex. Cougar Den will be held in the library on Tuesday of this week and also Tuesday of next week.

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Thursday, February 27, 2025

Attention any 8-12th grade boy interested in playing soccer this season. Tryouts are happening now! Report to Mrs. Rose's room directly after school. You need a VHSL physical on file in order to participate.

Attention Sr. Betas! There will be a makeup meeting Monday, March 3rd, for students interested in attending National Convention that missed last Monday's Meeting due to course selection meetings, CTE showcase, or other reasons.

Attention Gifted Students! Please return your permission forms ASAP, no later than Friday AT NOON, February 28th. Mrs. Turner must have a head count by that date in order to purchase tickets.

Reminder for all 9th graders: be sure to stop by the college center and pick up a permission form to attend the Virginia Tech trip on March 4th!

Practice for tryouts for the 2025 Patrick County Color Guard Team will be March 4-7 from 6-8 pm. Tryouts will be held March 10th. Rising 9th-12th graders are eligible to try out. Rising 8th graders may also try out if they were a member of Winter Guard this year. Please see Mrs. Ashlee Mullis, Madison Scott, or Ginny Nations for more information. There are sign up sheets on Mrs. Mullis' door and outside the library. Please sign up if you plan to try out.

The Cosmetology Class competed in the SkillSlUSA District 3 Competition yesterday at the Career Academy in Henry County. The team of Eden Nickelston, Isabella Lemons and model Abigail Royall won first place in the Total Fantasy Look Competition and the team of Lexi Cutchins, Rocio Olivares and model Alyssa Titular won 3rd place. Ashly Madrid placed first in the Fantasy Manikin Competition and Wolf Urrutia and model Mischa McMeans placed 3rd in the nail competition. Mrs. Culler said "I am really proud of all the students who competed, everyone did a great job and made me proud."!

There will be a meeting for all students who are interested in participating in outdoor track on Friday morning in the cafeteria.

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Wednesday, February 26, 2025

Attention any 8-12th grade boy interested in playing soccer this season. Tryouts are happening now! Report to Mrs. Rose's room directly after school. You need a VHSL physical on file in order to participate.
Attention Sr. Betas! There will be a makeup meeting Monday, March 3rd, for students interested in attending National Convention that missed last Monday's Meeting due to course selection meetings, CTE showcase, or other reasons.

Attention Gifted Students! Please return your permission forms ASAP, no later than Friday AT NOON, February 28th. Mrs. Turner must have a head count by that date in order to purchase tickets.

Reminder for all 9th graders: be sure to stop by the college center and pick up a permission form to attend the Virginia Tech trip on March 4th!

Practice for tryouts for the 2025 Patrick County Color Guard Team will be March 4-7 from 6-8 pm. Tryouts will be held March 10th. Rising 9th-12th graders are eligible to try out. Rising 8th graders may also try out if they were a member of Winter Guard this year. Please see Mrs. Ashlee Mullis, Madison Scott, or Ginny Nations for more information. There are sign up sheets on Mrs. Mullis' door and outside the library. Please sign up if you plan to try out.

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Tuesday, February 25, 2025

Juniors! Today is your last day to register for your courses for next year! If you have not already selected your courses, do it TODAY! You can meet with your school counselor if you have any questions.

Attention - There will be NO after school Weightlifting Conditioning this week.

Attention Students! Summit Club needs you! Please go to your class in Google Classroom and click on the "Of the Month" nomination ballot. We need your nominations for teacher, staff, male, and female students who have made a positive contribution or impact to PCHS or your life in general. The instructions are posted with the form. Nominations are due Wednesday morning, so do this ASAP!

Congratulations to the Scholastic Bowl team on a stellar season! The team finished 3rd in the region and Captain, Draysin Masseli was the 2nd highest scoring player in the entire region! The team will celebrate with a pizza party on Wednesday, March 5th. Please let Ms. Dalton know if you plan to attend.

Attention Sr. Betas! There will be a makeup meeting Monday, March 3rd, for students interested in attending National Convention that missed last Monday's Meeting due to course selection meetings, CTE showcase, or other reasons.
Attention Gifted Students! Please return your permission forms ASAP, no later than Friday AT NOON, February 28th. Mrs. Turner must have a head count by that date in order to purchase tickets.
Reminder for all 9th graders: be sure to stop by the college center and pick up a permission form to attend the Virginia Tech trip on March 4th!

Practice for tryouts for the 2025 Patrick County Color Guard Team will be March 4-7 from 6-8 pm. Tryouts will be held March 10th. Rising 9th-12th graders are eligible to try out. Rising 8th graders may also try out if they were a member of Winter Guard this year. Please see Mrs. Ashlee Mullis, Madison Scott, or Ginny Nations for more information.

Starting TODAY, Cougar Den has returned to help you get better grades, perform attendance recovery, and gain Internet access. Be sure to sign up in Flex. Cougar Den will be Tuesday only in February and March.
Attention any 8-12th grade girl interested in playing soccer this season. Tryouts will be through Wednesday of this week. You need a VHSL physical on file in order to participate. Bring clothes for inside and outside everyday. Report to room 154 after school by 3:45 dress and ready to go. Reach out to Coach Deskins if you have any questions.
The Library is closed for lunch Thursday due a to class meeting in the Library. Students are welcome to come have lunch in the Library today, Wednesday, & Friday of this week. You must sign up in Flex to have lunch in the Library.

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Monday, February 24, 2025

Attention Seniors! Please go vote for the Senior Superlative Tie Breakers. You may vote until 5pm today.

Practice for tryouts for the 2025 Patrick County Color Guard Team will be March 4-7 from 6-8 pm. Tryouts will be held March 10th. Rising 9th-12th graders are eligible to try out. Rising 8th graders may also try out if they were a member of Winter Guard this year. Please see Mrs. Ashlee Mullis, Madison Scott, or Ginny Nations for more information.

Attention Sr. Betas! There is a meeting TODAY in the Library during Cougar Pride for students interested in attending National Convention in Florida this summer. Sign up for the meeting in Flex. Bring your Chromebook to the meeting. If you miss the meeting and want to attend convention, contact Mr. T. ASAP.
The Library is closed for lunch today & Thursday due to classes and meetings in the Library. Students are welcome to come have lunch in the Library on Tuesday, Wednesday, & Friday of this week. You must sign up in Flex to have lunch in the Library.
Effective immediately, we will NO longer issue Admit notes. Students should continue to bring notes to the office. All notes (Parent/Doctor/Bus/Early Dismissal) should still be turned in BEFORE 1st block begins.

Tennis tryouts will begin TODAY after school for any Boys or Girls interested in playing tennis this year. You must have a VHSL physical on file in order to participate. Please see Coach Terry or Coach Spencer if you have any questions.
Attention 8th Graders: Middle school soccer tryouts will begin today. Meet Coach Jackson in the lobby outside the Gym entrance after the 3:30 bell rings.
Attention any 8-12th grade girl interested in playing soccer this season. Tryouts will be at PCHS today - Wednesday. You need a VHSL physical on file in order to participate. Bring clothes for inside and outside everyday. Report to room 154 after school by 3:45 dress and ready to go. Reach out to Coach Deskins if you have any questions.
Starting tomorrow, February 25, Cougar Den will return to help you get better grades, perform attendance recovery, and gain Internet access. Be sure to sign up in Flex. Cougar Den will be Tuesday only in February and March.

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Friday, February 21, 2025

Attention any 8-12th grade girl interested in playing soccer this season. Tryouts will be at PCHS next week Monday-Wednesday. You need a VHSL physical on file in order to participate. Bring clothes for inside and outside everyday. Report to room 154 after school by 3:45 dress and ready to go. Reach out to Coach Deskins if you have any questions.
Effective immediately, we will NO longer issue Admit notes. Students should continue to bring notes to the office. All notes (Parent/Doctor/Bus/Early Dismissal) should still be turned in BEFORE 1st block begins.
Attention Sr. Betas! There is a meeting Monday during Cougar Pride for students interested in attending National Convention in Florida this summer. Sign up for the meeting in Flex. If you miss the meeting and want to attend convention, contact Mr. T. ASAP.
Attention 8th Graders: Middle school soccer tryouts will begin on Monday, February 24th. Meet Coach Jackson in the lobby outside the Gym entrance after the 3:30 bell rings.

Attention Seniors! go to your Class of 2025 Google Classroom and complete the Google Form to vote for your class song, flower, and quote. The form will close today at 3:30pm!

Tennis tryouts will begin next Monday, February 24th, after school for any Boys or Girls interested in playing tennis this year. You must have a VHSL physical on file in order to participate. Please see Coach Terry or Coach Spencer if you have any questions.
JR/SR Prom Committee is hosting the Volleyball Tournament on March 1st! Be sure to pick up your registration form in the front office! The tournament will have two divisions, adults and students. Student teams do not have to be by grade. Forms and money need to be turned in to Mrs. Ana or Mrs. Meg Moore in the front office by Monday, the 24th.
Rising 11th and 12th graders who are interested in pursuing a career in education: If you are interested in becoming a teacher, there is a class for you! TEACHERS FOR TOMORROW. This course is open ONLY to rising 11th and 12th graders pursuing teaching careers. Check your Grade Level Google Classroom for more details.
On Tuesday, February 25, Cougar Den will return to help you get better grades, perform attendance recovery, and gain Internet access. Be sure to sign up in Flex. Cougar Den will be Tuesday only in February and March.
Seniors- Please go to Google Classroom and complete the Senior Superlative and Parking Lot Superlatives. Juniors- Please complete the Parking Lot Superlatives. You may vote through the end of the day today.
Sign ups to be a tour guide for 7th grade tours are open to Juniors. They will be open until the end of the day today. The sign up sheet is on the counter in student services.
The library is OPEN for lunch today, but you must sign up in Flex to have lunch in the library. See Mrs. Horne, in the library if you have questions.
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Tuesday, February 18, 2025

Attention 8th Graders: Middle school soccer tryouts will begin on Monday, February 24th. Meet Coach Jackson in the lobby outside the Gym entrance after the 3:30 bell rings.

Attention Seniors! go to your Class of 2025 Google Classroom and complete the Google Form to vote for your class song, flower, and quote. The form will close this Friday at 3:30pm!

Tennis tryouts will begin next Monday, February 24th, after school for any Boys or Girls interested in playing tennis this year. You must have a VHSL physical on file in order to participate. Please see Coach Terry or Coach Spencer if you have any questions.

JR/SR Prom Committee is hosting the Volleyball Tournament on March 1st! Be sure to pick up your registration form in the front office! The tournament will have two divisions, adults and students. Student teams do not have to be by grade. Forms and money need to be turned in to Mrs. Ana or Mrs. Meg Moore in the front office by Monday, the 24th.

The wrestling team had 6 wrestlers earn the opportunity to compete in the State Wrestling Tournament this up coming weekend in Salem, Virginia. Ricky Cox, Logan Rakes, Adin Geiger, Tyler Cobbler, Paul Pascale, and Josh Jimrusti placed high enough in their individual weight classes this past weekend at the class 2 C Regional Tournament held at Liberty High School to earn this honor. Congratulations to these young men on this accomplishment and Good Luck at the State Tournament.

Rising 11th and 12th graders who are interested in pursuing a career in education: If you are interested in becoming a teacher, there is a class for you! TEACHERS FOR TOMORROW. This course is open ONLY to rising 11th and 12th graders pursuing teaching careers. Check your Grade Level Google Classroom for more details.

Sign ups to be a tour guide for 7th grade tours are open to Juniors. They will be open until February 21st. The sign up sheet is on the counter in student services.

The library is OPEN for lunch everyday this week, but you must sign up in Flex to have lunch in the library. See Mrs. Horne, in the library if you have questions.

The School Dentist is coming to Patrick County High School March 13th, 2025. If you are interested, the forms will be in the front office, guidance, and in the nurse's office. Please have your parents complete the forms and return them to the nurse as soon as possible.

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Monday, February 17, 2025

2025 Patrick County Middle School Baseball Tryouts begin Tuesday, Feb 18 and will run the 18th, 19th and 20th at PCHS/Cougar Field. Before a player can tryout / practice, he MUST have an updated Virginia High School League Physical Form on file with the high school. If the player has played another middle school sport, the form should already be available. If not, one MUST be completed and on file before any participation will be allowed. Player should be able to get the blank form from the front office.

JR/SR prom committee is hosting Volleyball Tournament on March 1st. Pick up a registration form in the front office. The tournament will have two divisions, adults and students. Student teams do not have to be by grade. Forms and money need to be turned in to Mrs. Ana or Mrs. Meg Moore in the front office by Monday, February 24th.

The wrestling team had 6 wrestlers earn the opportunity to compete in the State Wrestling Tournament this up coming weekend in Salem, Virginia. Ricky Cox, Logan Rakes, Adin Geiger, Tyler Cobbler, Paul Pascale, and Josh Jimrusti placed high enough in their individual weight classes this past weekend at the class 2 C Regional Tournament held at Liberty High School to earn this honor. Congratulations to these young men on this accomplishment and Good Luck at the State Tournament.

Tennis tryouts will begin next Monday, February 24th, after school for any Boys or Girls interested in playing tennis this year. You must have a VHSL physical on file in order to participate. Please see Coach Terry or Coach Spencer if you have any questions.

Attention Chess Club: If you want to participate in the Chess tournaments on Friday, be sure to sign up in Flex.

Middle School Softball tryouts will be today, February 17th - Wednesday, February 19th.

Rising 11th and 12th graders who are interested in pursuing a career in education: If you are interested in becoming a teacher, there is a class for you! TEACHERS FOR TOMORROW. This course is open ONLY to rising 11th and 12th graders pursuing teaching careers. Check your Grade Level Google Classroom for more details.

Sign ups to be a tour guide for 7th grade tours are open to Juniors. They will be open until February 21st. The sign up sheet is on the counter in student services.

The library is OPEN for lunch everyday this week, but you must sign up in Flex to have lunch in the library. See Mrs. Horne, in the library if you have questions.

The School Dentist is coming to Patrick County High School March 13th, 2025. If you are interested, the forms will be in the front office, guidance, and in the nurse's office. Please have your parents complete the forms and return them to the nurse as soon as possible.
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Friday, February 14, 2025

Middle School Softball tryouts will be Monday, February 17th - Wednesday, February 19th.

Attention Seniors: TODAY is the deadline for Casual Pictures, Senior Quote, Last Will and Testament, Senior Advice, and Senior Sunday pics. See the January 23 post in the Class of 2025 for details.

Rising 11th and 12th graders who are interested in pursuing a career in education: If you are interested in becoming a teacher, there is a class for you! TEACHERS FOR TOMORROW. This course is open ONLY to rising 11th and 12th graders pursuing teaching careers. Check your Grade Level Google Classroom for more details.

Attention Gifted Students: Please check your Google Classroom for an upcoming field trip opportunity. Permission forms will be available on the door of room 140. There's a limited number of seats.

Sign ups to be a tour guide for 7th grade tours are open to Juniors. They will be open until February 21st. The sign up sheet is on the counter in student services.

The School Dentist is coming to Patrick County High School March 13th, 2025. If you are interested, the forms will be in the front office, guidance, and in the nurse's office. Please have your parents complete the forms and return them to the nurse as soon as possible.

Attention all 8th through 11th graders!! The CTE Showcase will be held Monday through Thursday of next week during Cougar Pride for you to preview CTE classes prior to registration. There will be two 15 minute sessions each day.
11th graders will attend on Monday
10th graders will attend on Tuesday
9th graders will attend on Wednesday
8th graders will attend on Thursday
The schedule will be posted in your Google Classroom so you can be thinking about which sessions you would like to attend.

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Monday, February 10, 2025

The Library is open for lunch this week! Be sure to sign up on Flex!

Anyone who paid for Valentine cookies and did not turn in an order form needs to turn those in to Mrs. Williams in room 200.

Sign ups to be a tour guide for 7th grade tours are now open to Juniors. They will be open until February 14th. The sign up sheet is on the counter in student services.

Attention Gifted Students: Please check your Google Classroom for an upcoming field trip opportunity. Permission forms will be available on the door of room 140. There's a limited number of seats.

The Varsity Wrestling Team earned a 2nd Place finish in the Three Rivers District Tournament this past weekend at Radford High School. Logan Rakes, Adin Geiger, Paul Pascale, and Josh Jimrusti finished with 1st in their weight classes this past weekend. Landon Moles and Ben Knight finished 2nd, Ricky Cox and Wheeler Helms finished 3rd in their weight classes. Good Job Cougar Wrestlers and good luck in the Regionals this coming weekend!

On Thursday, Friday, and Saturday of last week 70 members of the PCHS Sr. Beta Club travelled to Hampton, VA to compete at the VA Sr. Beta Convention and Competition. The following PCHS Sr. Beta Club members won, showed, or placed in competitions. Callie Wood – Elected VA Sr. Beta President, and took 3rd Place Division II (11th and 12th Grade Students) Poetry Thomas Eckman – took 1st Place 9th Grade Agriscience (written test) Kylei Blevens – took 3rd Place Division II (11th and 12th Grade Students) Color Photography Willow Hylton – took 2nd Place Division I (9th and 10th Grade Students) Creative Writing, Tara Collins – took 3rd Place Division II (11th and 12th Grade Students) Hand Drawn Anime Lacey Sutphin, won 1st Place 10th Grade Language Arts and took 3rd Place Division I (9th and 10th Grade Students) Mixed Media Isobel Clay took 3rd Place 10th Grade Psychology (written test) Michael Perez won 1st Place Division II (11th and 12th Grade Students) Recycled Art Draysin Maselli won 1st Place 11th Grade Social Studies (written test) Aiden Slate took 3rd Place 9th Grade US History (written test) In addition PCHS Sr. Beta Club members also won, placed, or showed in the following team competitions: 3rd Place Quiz Bowl (similar to scholastic bowl) 1st Place Club Trading Pin (art contest) 1st Place Campaign Skit 1st Place Performing Arts Solo, Duo, or Trio Variety (Madison Scott and Virginia Nations)

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Friday, February 7, 2025

Attention all 8th through 11th graders!! The CTE Showcase will be held Tuesday through Friday of next week during Cougar Pride for you to preview CTE classes prior t registration. There will be two 15 minute sessions each day.
8th graders will attend on Tuesday
9th graders will attend on Wednesday
10th graders will attend on Thursday
11th graders will attend on Friday
The schedule will be posted in your Google Classroom so you can be thinking about which sessions you would like to attend.

The School Dentist is coming to Patrick County High School March 13th, 2025. If you are interested, the forms will be in the front office, guidance, and in the nurse's office. Please have your parents complete the forms and return them to the nurse as soon as possible.

Order your Valentine a sweet treat! PCHS Culinary Arts program will sell Cookie grams during all 3 lunches today, Friday, Feb. 7th. Each cookie gram includes 2 red velvet cookies with white chocolate chips for $1. Payment must be made when the order is placed. Cookies will be delivered on Valentine's Day during 4th Block.

Any Seniors wanting to be a tour guide for the 7th grade tours, a sign up sheet is posted in student services. You have until the end of the day today, Friday, February 7th to sign up before we open it to Juniors. We will let you know if you have been selected to be a tour guide once sign ups have been completed.

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Thursday, February 6, 2025

Attention all 8th through 11th graders!! The CTE Showcase will be held Tuesday through Friday of next week during Cougar Pride for you to preview CTE classes prior t registration. There will be two 15 minute sessions each day.
8th graders will attend on Tuesday
9th graders will attend on Wednesday
10th graders will attend on Thursday
11th graders will attend on Friday
The schedule will be posted in your Google Classroom so you can be thinking about which sessions you would like to attend.

Order your Valentine a sweet treat! PCHS Culinary Arts program will sell Cookie grams during all 3 lunches on Thursday, Feb. 6, and Friday, February 7th. Each cookie gram includes 2 red velvet cookies with white chocolate chips for $1. Payment must be made when the order is placed. Cookies will be delivered on Valentine's Day during 4th Block.

Any Seniors wanting to be a tour guide for the 7th grade tours, a sign up sheet is posted in student services. You have until Friday, February 7th to sign up before we open it to Juniors. We will let you know if you have been selected to be a tour guide once sign ups have been completed.

The School Dentist is coming to Patrick County High School March 13th, 2025. If you are interested, the forms will be in the front office, guidance, and in the nurse's office. Please have your parents complete the forms and return them to the nurse as soon as possible.

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Wednesday, February 5, 2025

Attention Sr. Beta Convention Attendees: Convention attendees need to arrive at the back door outside entrance to the Library between 7:30am and 8:15am tomorrow morning, 02-06-2025. with their luggage, projects, props, etc. Remember we do have a travel schedule to keep so arriving early is better than late.

Order your Valentine a sweet treat! PCHS Culinary Arts program will sell Cookie grams during all 3 lunches on Thursday, Feb. 6, and Friday, February 7th. Each cookie gram includes 2 red velvet cookies with white chocolate chips for $1. Payment must be made when the order is placed. Cookies will be delivered on Valentine's Day during 4th Block.

Any Seniors wanting to be a tour guide for the 7th grade tours, a sign up sheet is posted in student services. You have until Friday, February 7th to sign up before we open it to Juniors. We will let you know if you have been selected to be a tour guide once sign ups have been completed.

The School Dentist is coming to Patrick County High School March 13th, 2025. If you are interested, the forms will be in the front office, guidance, and in the nurse's office. Please have your parents complete the forms and return them to the nurse as soon as possible.

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Tuesday, February 4, 2025

Order your Valentine a sweet treat! PCHS Culinary Arts program will sell Cookie grams during all 3 lunches on Thursday, Feb. 6, and Friday, February 7th. Each cookie gram includes 2 red velvet cookies with white chocolate chips for $1. Payment must be made when the order is placed. Cookies will be delivered on Valentine's Day during 4th Block.

If you wish to donate a new or gently loved stuffed animal for Sr Beta to take to convention, please do so by the end of the school day tomorrow, February 5th.

Any Seniors wanting to be a tour guide for the 7th grade tours, a sign up sheet is posted in student services. You have until Friday, February 7th to sign up before we open it to Juniors. We will let you know if you have been selected to be a tour guide once sign ups have been completed.

The School Dentist is coming to Patrick County High School March 13th, 2025. If you are interested, the forms will be in the front office, guidance, and in the nurse's office. Please have your parents complete the forms and return them to the nurse as soon as possible.

The library will be closed for lunch today and tomorrow, Wednesday, February 5th, due to English class research.

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Monday, February 3, 2025

Congratulations to the Scholastic Bowl team on winning the Sub-Regional tournament on Saturday. Team members competing were Draysin Maselli, DT, Rachel Branch, and David Lawson. Great job on your win! The team will compete at the Regional tournament in Radford on February 15th.

Any Seniors wanting to be a tour guide for the 7th grade tours, a sign up sheet is posted in student services. You have until Friday, February 7th to sign up before we open it to Juniors. We will let you know if you have been selected to be a tour guide once sign ups have been completed.

The School Dentist is coming to Patrick County High School March 13th, 2025. If you are interested, the forms will be in the front office, guidance, and in the nurse's office. Please have your parents complete the forms and return them to the nurse as soon as possible.

After school conditioning, for all those interested in playing Football nest season, will run every Tuesday and Thursday. All those interested should have a current VHSL physical on file.

PCHS Sr Beta will be collecting new and "gently" loved stuff animals now through February 5, 2025, to take with us to VA Sr. Beta Convention and donate to the Hampton Police Department. If you would like to donate one or more new or "gently" loved stuff animal, please drop it off with Mr. T. in room 170 before the end of school this Wednesday, February 5, 2025.

Junior Prom Committee is hosting a Co-ed Volleyball Tournament Saturday, March 1st. There will be an adult and student division grades 8th through 12th. Cost is $60.00, 8 players per team. Come by the front office to pick up your team registration and money to Mrs. Moore in the front office.

The Library is closed for lunch today through next Wednesday, February 5th due to meetings in the Library and English class research.

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Friday, January 31, 2025

The School Dentist is coming to Patrick County High School March 13th, 2025. If you are interested, the forms will be in the front office, guidance, and in the nurse's office. Please have your parents complete the forms and return them to the nurse as soon as possible.

The Library is closed for lunch today through next Wednesday, February 5th due to meetings in the Library and English class research.

After school conditioning, for all those interested in playing Football nest season, will run every Tuesday and Thursday. All those interested should have a current VHSL physical on file.

PCHS Sr Beta will be collecting new and "gently" loved stuff animals now through February 5, 2025, to take with us to VA Sr. Beta Convention and donate to the Hampton Police Department. If you would like to donate one or more new or "gently" loved stuff animal, please drop it off with Mr. T. in room 170 before the end of school February 5, 2025.

Junior Prom Committee is hosting a Co-ed Volleyball Tournament Saturday, March 1st. There will be an adult and student division grades 8th through 12th. Cost is $60.00, 8 players per team. Come by the front office to pick up your team registration and money to Mrs. Moore in the front office.

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Thursday, January 30, 2025

The School Dentist is coming to Patrick County High School March 13th, 2025. If you are interested, the forms will be in the front office, guidance, and in the nurse's office. Please have your parents complete the forms and return them to the nurse as soon as possible.

The Library is closed for lunch today through next Wednesday, February 5th due to meetings in the Library and English class research.

After school conditioning, for all those interested in playing Football nest season, will run every Tuesday and Thursday. All those interested should have a current VHSL physical on file.

PCHS Sr Beta will be collecting new and "gently" loved stuff animals now through February 5, 2025, to take with us to VA Sr. Beta Convention and donate to the Hampton Police Department. If you would like to donate one or more new or "gently" loved stuff animal, please drop it off with Mr. T. in room 170 before the end of school February 5, 2025.

Junior Prom Committee is hosting a Co-ed Volleyball Tournament Saturday, March 1st. There will be an adult and student division grades 8th through 12th. Cost is $60.00, 8 players per team. Come by the front office to pick up your team registration and money to Mrs. Moore in the front office.

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Wednesday, January 29, 2025

The School Dentist is coming to Patrick County High School March 13th, 2025. If you are interested, the forms will be in the front office, guidance, and in the nurse's office. Please have your parents complete the forms and return them to the nurse as soon as possible.

Attention 10th graders going on the P&HCC field trip, please check your e-mails. You will have received one if you are signed up for the trip. On Thursday morning, please check in with your first block teacher and quickly go to the cafeteria. The buses will leave at 8:30am.

The Library is closed for lunch today through next Wednesday, February 5th due to meetings in the Library and English class research.

After school conditioning, for all those interested in playing Football nest season, will run every Tuesday and Thursday. All those interested should have a current VHSL physical on file.

Attention Sr. Beta Convention Attendees there is a very very long one question survey posted to the google classroom that we need everyone going to the convention to fill out ASAP.

PCHS Sr Beta will be collecting new and "gently" loved stuff animals now through February 5, 2025, to take with us to VA Sr. Beta Convention and donate to the Hampton Police Department. If you would like to donate one or more new or "gently" loved stuff animal, please drop it off with Mr. T. in room 170 before the end of school February 5, 2025.
Junior Prom Committee is hosting a Co-ed Volleyball Tournament Saturday, March 1st. There will be an adult and student division grades 8th through 12th. Cost is $60.00, 8 players per team. Come by the front office to pick up your team registration and money to Mrs. Moore in the front office.

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Tuesday, January 28, 2025

After school conditioning, for all those interested in playing Football nest season, begins this afternoon and will run every Tuesday and Thursday. All those interested should have a current VHSL physical on file.

Attention Sr. Beta Convention Attendees there is a very very long one question survey posted to the google classroom that we need everyone going to the convention to fill out ASAP.

The Library is closed for lunch today through next Wednesday, February 5th due to meetings in the Library and English class research.

Reminder to Seniors: The FASFA night will be held in the library on tonight from 4:30 to 6:30 after school. Please see Mr. Forbes in the college center to sign up.

Junior Prom Committee is hosting a Co-ed Volleyball Tournament Saturday, March 1st. There will be an adult and student division grades 8th through 12th. Cost is $60.00, 8 players per team. Come by the front office to pick up your team registration and money to Mrs. Moore in the front office.

PCHS Sr Beta will be collecting new and "gently" loved stuff animals now through February 5, 2025, to take with us to VA Sr. Beta Convention and donate to the Hampton Police Department. If you would like to donate one or more new or "gently" loved stuff animal, please drop it off with Mr. T. in room 170 before the end of school February 5, 2025.

Scholastic Bowl will travel to Carrol County to compete on Wednesday, January 29th. Please let Mrs. Dalton know if you plan to attend.

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Monday, January 27, 2025

Reminder to Seniors: The FASFA night will be held in the library on Tuesday, January 28th from 4:30 to 6:30 after school. Please see Mr. Forbes in the college center to sign up.

Scholastic Bowl will travel to Carrol County to compete on Wednesday, January 29th. Please let Mrs. Dalton know if you plan to attend.

Attention Chess Club: We will not meet this Friday, January 31st. We will meet again next Friday, February 7th.The

Library will only be open for lunch today this week. The Library will be closed for lunches after today until next Thursday, February 6th due to meetings in the Library and English class research.

FCA is excited to welcome guest speaker Leah Amico to the PCHS auditorium on Wednesday, January 29th. Leah Amico is an accomplished 3-time Olympic Gold Medalist in softball, a 2-time World Champion, and a National Softball Hall of Fame Inductee. She is also a 3-time National Champion from The University of Arizona and has over 20 years of experience as a professional speaker.
Again, Leah Amico will be presenting during Cougar Pride next Wednesday, January 29th. Attendance is mandatory for all FCA members, but it is also open to anyone else interested in joining. Please note that we will have a limited number of slots available, so make sure to sign up on Flex as soon as possible!

PCHS Sr Beta will be collecting new and "gently" loved stuff animals now through February 5, 2025, to take with us to VA Sr. Beta Convention and donate to the Hampton Police Department. If you would like to donate one or more new or "gently" loved stuff animal, please drop it off with Mr. T. in room 170 before the end of school February 5, 2025.

Junior Prom Committee is hosting a Co-ed Volleyball Tournament Saturday, March 1st. There will be an adult and student division grades 8th through 12th. Cost is $60.00, 8 players per team. Come by the front office to pick up your team registration and money to Mrs. Moore in the front office.

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Friday, January 24, 2025

ALL STUDENTS must be reminded that ALL cellular devices, earbuds, and smart watches are to be POWERED DOWN and PUT AWAY from 8am to 3:30pm.

Junior Prom Committee is hosting a Co-ed Volleyball Tournament Saturday, March 1st. There will be an adult and student division grades 8th through 12th. Cost is $60.00, 8 players per team. Come by the front office to pick up your team registration and money to Mrs. Moore in the front office.

FCA is excited to welcome guest speaker Leah Amico to the PCHS auditorium on Wednesday, January 29th. Leah Amico is an accomplished 3-time Olympic Gold Medalist in softball, a 2-time World Champion, and a National Softball Hall of Fame Inductee. She is also a 3-time National Champion from The University of Arizona and has over 20 years of experience as a professional speaker.
Again, Leah Amico will be presenting during Cougar Pride next Wednesday, January 29th. Attendance is mandatory for all FCA members, but it is also open to anyone else interested in joining. Please note that we will have a limited number of slots available, so make sure to sign up on Flex as soon as possible!

PCHS Sr Beta will be collecting new and "gently" loved stuff animals now through February 5, 2025, to take with us to VA Sr. Beta Convention and donate to the Hampton Police Department. If you would like to donate one or more new or "gently" loved stuff animal, please drop it off with Mr. T. in room 170 before the end of school February 5, 2025.

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Thursday, January 23, 2025

There will be a meeting for all those who played Football last season for all those interested in playing Football next season this Friday morning in the auxiliary gym at 8:30. Please check in with your homeroom teacher before you come.

Junior Prom Committee is hosting a Co-ed Volleyball Tournament Saturday, March 1st. There will be an adult and student division grades 8th through 12th. Cist is $60.00, 8 players per team. Come by the front office to pick up your team registration and money to Mrs. Moore in the front office.

The Patrick County High School Fishing Team competed in the 2nd State Qualifier at Smith Mountain Lake. It was a tough day on the water for the team, but our anglers faced the cold temperatures and experienced competitors with their heads held high!
In the Junior Division: Evan Eastridge and Wesley Kruse placed 3rd with two fish weighing in 3.28 pounds.
In the Senior Division: Tripp Thompson and Jacob Spencer placed 10th with 7.10 pounds.
Eli Wood and Parker Roop placed 16th with 3.49 pounds.
Jonah Shockley and Hunter Heath placed 17th 2.72 pounds.
Hoping to have better luck (and warmer weather) in the spring!

FCA is excited to welcome guest speaker Leah Amico to the PCHS auditorium on Wednesday, January 29th. Leah Amico is an accomplished 3-time Olympic Gold Medalist in softball, a 2-time World Champion, and a National Softball Hall of Fame Inductee. She is also a 3-time National Champion from The University of Arizona and has over 20 years of experience as a professional speaker.
Again, Leah Amico will be presenting during Cougar Pride next Wednesday, January 29th. Attendance is mandatory for all FCA members, but it is also open to anyone else interested in joining. Please note that we will have a limited number of slots available, so make sure to sign up on Flex as soon as possible!

Attention 10th graders: Permission forms for the Patrick & Henry Community College trip are due to Mrs. Keith, in the College Suite, by the end of lunches today.

If you are a 10th or 12th grader interested in taking the ASVAB on Wednesday, February 5, please see Mrs. Eaton in the office across from the cafeteria Today. The test is free. Check your "class of" Google Classroom or see Mrs. Eaton for more information.

PCHS Sr Beta will be collecting new and "gently" loved stuff animals now through February 5, 2025, to take with us to VA Sr. Beta Convention and donate to the Hampton Police Department. If you would like to donate one or more new or "gently" loved stuff animal, please drop it off with Mr. T. in room 170 before the end of school February 5, 2025.
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Friday, January 17, 2025

Attention 10th graders: the field trip to P&HCC has been moved to the snow date. This means you have a little more time to get your permission forms in. Forms are available in the college office and are due next Tuesday.

Tickets for Winter Formal are on sale during all three lunches. You must turn in your permission slip and your $10 TODAY to be admitted into the dance on Saturday. If your name is not on our list, you will not be permitted into the dance.

The theme for tonight's home Boy's Basketball game is College Attire! Come out and support your Cougar Basketball team!!

If you are a 10th or 12th grader interested in taking the ASVAB on Wednesday, February 5, please see Mrs. Eaton in the office across from the cafeteria by Thursday, January 23. The test is free. Check your "class of" Google Classroom or see Mrs. Eaton for more information.

PCHS Sr Beta will be collecting new and "gently" loved stuff animals now through February 5, 2025, to take with us to VA Sr. Beta Convention and donate to the Hampton Police Department. If you would like to donate one or more new or "gently" loved stuff animal, please drop it off with Mr. T. in room 170 before the end of school February 5, 2025.

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Thursday, January 16, 2025

The theme for Friday night's home Boy's Basketball game is College Attire! Come out and support your Cougar Basketball team!!

If you are a 10th or 12th grader interested in taking the ASVAB on Wednesday, February 5, please see Mrs. Eaton in the office across from the cafeteria by Thursday, January 23. The test is free. Check your "class of" Google Classroom or see Mrs. Eaton for more information.

Tickets for Winter Formal are on sale during all three lunches. You must turn in your permission slip and your $10 by Friday @ 3:30 to be admitted into the dance on Saturday. If you name is not on our list you will not be permitted into the dance.

PCHS Sr Beta will be collecting new and "gently" loved stuff animals now through February 5, 2025, to take with us to VA Sr. Beta Convention and donate to the Hampton Police Department. If you would like to donate one or more new or "gently" loved stuff animal, please drop it off with Mr. T. in room 170 before the end of school February 5, 2025.

Attention 10th graders: If you are interested in the field trip to Patrick & Henry Community College on January 23, you need to stop by the College Suite today to pick up your permission form. Permission forms are due back this Friday! You can find additional information in your Google Classroom about this trip or see Mrs. Keith in the college suite.

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Wednesday, January 15, 2025

Attention 10th graders: If you are interested in the field trip to Patrick & Henry Community College on January 23, you need to stop by the College Suite today to pick up your permission form. Permission forms are due back this Friday! You can find additional information in your Google Classroom about this trip or see Mrs Keith in the college suite.

Attention Gifted Students: Please check your Google Classroom in regards to a potential field trip opportunity. I must quickly have your response to gauge feedback before purchasing tickets.

PCHS Sr Beta will be collecting new and "gently" loved stuff animals now through February 5, 2025, to take with us to VA Sr. Beta Convention and donate to the Hampton Police Department. If you would like to donate one or more new or "gently" loved stuff animal, please drop it off with Mr. T. in room 170 before the end of school February 5, 2025.

Softball Conditioning will start today, January 15th-and every Monday and Wednesday until the season starts. You must have a current VHSL physical to participate.

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Tuesday, January 14, 2025

PCHS Sr Beta will be collecting new and "gently" loved stuff animals now through February 5, 2025, to take with us to VA Sr. Beta Convention and donate to the Hampton Police Department. If you would like to donate one or more new or "gently" loved stuff animal, please drop it off with Mr. T. in room 170 before the end of school February 5, 2025.

Softball Conditioning will start Wednesday, January 15th-and every Monday and Wednesday until the season starts. You must have a current VHSL physical to participate.

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Thursday, December 19, 2024

The theme for tonight's Girls' Varsity Basketball game is Christmas. Come support your Cougar girls basketball team.
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Wednesday, December 18, 2024

Scholastic Bowl WILL NOT practice this week. If you ordered a T-shirt, please pick it up from Mrs. Dalton in room 178.

Students: The library needs you to return your library books for this semester. The longer you keep a book that you are not reading, the more likely you are to lose it. If the book is lost, you will have to pay for it before you graduate. To return a library book simply bring it to the library. There are no late fees. If the library is closed for testing, you may leave it with the teacher doing hall duty. If you wish to keep your library book to read for enjoyment over winter break, please come by the library to let Mrs. Horne know. You may also send Mrs. Horne an email or chat since there may be testing in the library. Thank you for your attention to this matter!

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Tuesday, December 17, 2024

The theme for tonight's Boys' Varsity Basketball game is Christmas. Come out and support your Cougar basketball team.

Scholastic Bowl WILL NOT practice this week. If you ordered a T-shirt, please pick it up from Mrs. Dalton in room 178.

Attention Sr. Beta Members: The PCHS Pura Vida bracelet fundraiser has arrived! If you are planning to attend the Sr Beta National Convention this summer , please come pick up your PCHS Pura Vida bracelets from Mrs. Fain's office in Guidance TODAY. All proceeds will go towards the costs of attending the Sr Beta National Convention in Florida this summer.

Students: The library needs you to return your library books for this semester. The longer you keep a book that you are not reading, the more likely you are to lose it. If the book is lost, you will have to pay for it before you graduate. To return a library book simply bring it to the library. There are no late fees. If the library is closed for testing, you may leave it with the teacher doing hall duty. If you wish to keep your library book to read for enjoyment over winter break, please come by the library to let Mrs. Horne know. You may also send Mrs. Horne an email or chat since there may be testing in the library. Thank you for your attention to this matter!

Tickets for the Winter Formal on January 11th will be sold during lunches through Thursday, December 19th. Students in grades 10th-12th are eligible to attend the dance. 9th graders may only attend if invited by an Upperclassmen. 8th graders are not permitted to attend the Winter Formal. You must pick up a permission form from either student services or at lunch from the table. Permission slips must be brought back before January 10th or you will not be permitted into the dance and will receive a refund. Tickets are $10.
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Monday, December 16, 2024

Military STAR will NOT meet today.

The theme for tonight's Varsity Girls' Basketball game is teal for Lauren Worley. Come support your Cougar Girls' Basketball Team and Lauren.

Attention Seniors: The Second Payment of $20 for the Carowinds Trip is due TODAY to KP or Mrs. Culler.

Tickets for the Winter Formal on January 11th will be sold during lunches through Thursday, December 19th. Students in grades 10th-12th are eligible to attend the dance. 9th graders may only attend if invited by an Upperclassmen. 8th graders are not permitted to attend the Winter Formal. You must pick up a permission form from either student services or at lunch from the table. Permission slips must be brought back before January 10th or you will not be permitted into the dance and will receive a refund. Tickets are $10.
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Friday, December 13, 2024

Tickets for the Winter Formal on January 11th will be sold during lunches beginning Monday, December 16th through Thursday, December 19th. Students in grades 10th-12th are eligible to attend the dance. 9th graders may only attend if invited by an Upperclassmen. 8th graders are not permitted to attend the Winter Formal. You must pick up a permission form from either student services or at lunch from the table. Permission slips must be brought back before January 10th or you will not be permitted into the dance and will receive a refund. Tickets are $10.

Attention Seniors: The second payment of $20 for the Carowinds trip is due by Monday, December 16th. Please make your payment to KP or Mrs. Culler.
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Wednesday, December 11, 2024

The theme for tonight's Boys' Varsity Basketball game is pajamas. Come support your Cougar Basketball team.

Attention Seniors: The second payment of $20 for the Carowinds trip is due by Monday, December 16th. Please make your payment to KP or Mrs. Culler.
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Monday, December 9, 2024

Military STAR will NOT meet today.

Attention Seniors: The second payment of $20 for the Carowinds trip is due by Monday, December 16th. Please make your payment to KP or Mrs. Culler.
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Thursday, December 5, 2024

Students: If you believe you have five or fewer total absences, please check your email. Only students with four or fewer total absences are eligible to participate virtually next Tuesday through Friday. However, students scheduled for SOL tests must attend school in person on their designated testing days. Again, be sure to check your email if you think you have five or fewer absences.

The theme for tomorrow night's Varsity Basketball games against North Stokes is Cougar Spirit. Come support your girls and boys basketball teams.

Attention Seniors: A quick reminder that the second payment of $20 for the Carowinds trip is due by Monday, December 16th. Please make your payment to KP or Mrs. Culler. For anyone who missed the first payment, VERY few spots are STILL available! If you're interested in joining, don't wait , see KP or Mrs. Culler to secure your spot. Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity.

Attention Students: TODAY is the last day for Cougar Den for the fall semester.
Attention Sr. Betas: Your final payment for convention is due to Mrs. Fain in guidance by this Friday December 6, 2024.
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Wednesday, December 4, 2024

Attention Seniors: A quick reminder that the second payment of $20 for the Carowinds trip is due by Monday, December 16th. Please make your payment to KP or Mrs. Culler. For anyone who missed the first payment, VERY few spots are STILL available! If you're interested in joining, don't wait , see KP or Mrs. Culler to secure your spot. Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity.

The Wrestling team went 3-0 in their first quad match of the season last night. They defeated Floyd 48-18, Radford 42-24, and Carroll County 42-39. Good job guys and keep up the hard work.

The theme for tonight's Varsity Boys Basketball Game against Bassett is WHITE OUT. Come support your Cougar Basketball team.

Attention Sr. Betas: Your final payment for convention is due to Mrs. Fain in guidance by this Friday December 6, 2024.

Attention Students: Tomorrow, December 5, is the last day for Cougar Den for the fall semester.
There will be NO lunch in the library this week due to an English class doing research in the library during 3rd block.
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Tuesday, December 3, 2024

Come out and support the Cougar Wrestling team tonight. Match begins at 6PM.

The theme for Wednesday's Varsity Boys Basketball Game against Bassett is WHITE OUT. Come support your Cougar Basketball team.

Attention Sr. Betas: Your final payment for convention is due to Mrs. Fain in guidance by this Friday December 6, 2024.

Attention Students: This is the last week for Cougar Den after school for the Fall Semester. Again TODAY and this Thursday will the last days of Cougar Den for the Fall Semester.
There will be NO lunch in the library this week due to an English class doing research in the library during 3rd block.
Yearbooks are still on sale. You can purchase a book online by going to yearbookordercenter.com. Our school number is 13873. You may also bring a check or money order to Mrs. Mullis to order. Cash WILL NOT be accepted. Yearbooks are $75.
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Monday, December 2, 2024

Attention Sr. Betas: Your final payment for convention is due to Mrs. Fain in guidance by Friday December 6, 2024.

Attention Students: This is the last week for Cougar Den after school for the Fall Semester. Again Tuesday 12/3 and Thursday 12/5/24 will the last days of Cougar Den for the Fall Semester
There will be NO lunch in the library this week due to an English class doing research in the library during 3rd block.
Yearbooks are still on sale. You can purchase a book online by going to yearbookordercenter.com. Our school number is 13873. You may also bring a check or money order to Mrs. Mullis to order. Cash WILL NOT be accepted. Yearbooks are $75.
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Tuesday, November 26, 2024

Scholastic Bowl will NOT practice this week due to the Thanksgiving Break. However, they will practice NEXT Wednesday, December 4th. T-Shirt orders have been extended until that date. Please see Mrs. Dalton or Ms. Case if you would like to order a shirt.

There will be NO lunch in the library next week, December 2-6, due to an English class doing research in the library during 3rd block.
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Monday, November 25, 2024

Military STAR Club will NOT meet today.

Yearbooks are still on sale. You can purchase a book online by going to yearbookordercenter.com. Our school number is 13873. You may also bring a check or money order to Mrs. Mullis to order. Cash WILL NOT be accepted. Yearbooks are $75.
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Thursday, November 21, 2024

Both Middle School and High School Wrestling Practice has just started up. Both teams are looking for a few more wrestlers to fill all their weight classes. If you are interested see Coach Lawson in room 188 for more information.

King of the Court is Back! November 22nd at 7 pm the freshman, sophomore, junior and senior boys will face off to see who is King of the Court in Volleyball for 2024. Admission is $5 and concessions will be available. Come out and support the volleyball program and cheer on your favorite grade.

Yearbooks are still on sale. You can purchase a book online by going to yearbookordercenter.com. Our school number is 13873. You may also bring a check or money order to Mrs. Mullis to order. Cash WILL NOT be accepted. Yearbooks are $75.

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Wednesday, November 20, 2024

Both Middle School and High School Wrestling Practice has just started up.  Both teams are looking for a few more wrestlers to fill all their weight classes. If you are interested see Coach Lawson in room 188 for more information.

King of the Court is Back! November 22nd at 7 pm the freshman, sophomore, junior and senior boys will face off to see who is King of the Court in Volleyball for 2024. Admission is $5 and concessions will be available. Come out and support the volleyball program and cheer on your favorite grade.

Yearbooks are still on sale. You can purchase a book online by going to yearbookordercenter.com. Our school number is 13873. You may also bring a check or money order to Mrs. Mullis to order. Cash WILL NOT be accepted. Yearbooks are $75.
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Tuesday, November 19, 2024

Both Middle School and High School Wrestling Practice has just started up. Both teams are looking for a few more wrestlers to fill all their weight classes. If you are interested see Coach Lawson in room 188 for more information.

Great day on the water for our anglers this past weekend during the 1st State Qualifier of the season at Philpott Lake! Congratulations to Evan Eastridge and Wesley Kruse on placing 1st in the Junior Division with a 5 fish limit weighing in at 9.97 pounds. These 2 anglers, along with Cameron Redd, Parker Jones, Kipton Vipperman and Trenton Miller have all qualified for the State Tournament next Spring!  The team also had success in the Senior division. Out of 33 teams entered, Congratulations goes out to Jacob Spencer and Tripp Thompson on placing 4th with 10.96 pounds, securing their spot in the State Championship next Spring as well. Congratulations to all!

Attention ALL Students: If you need to make changes to your spring semester classes, NOW is the time to meet with your school counselor to look at your schedule. Once the spring semester begins, there will be only ONE day to drop or add classes. Many classes are already full so all changes should be made NOW. Check in with your school counselor for more information.

King of the Court is Back! November 22nd at 7 pm the freshman, sophomore, junior and senior boys will face off to see who is King of the Court in Volleyball for 2024. Admission is $5 and concessions will be available. Come out and support the volleyball program and cheer on your favorite grade.

Yearbooks are still on sale. You can purchase a book online by going to yearbookordercenter.com. Our school number is 13873. You may also bring a check or money order to Mrs. Mullis to order. Cash WILL NOT be accepted. Yearbooks are $75.

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Monday, November 18, 2024

Attention ALL Students: If you need to make changes to your spring semester classes, NOW is the time to meet with your school counselor to look at your schedule. Once the spring semester begins, there will be only ONE day to drop or add classes. Many classes are already full so all changes should be made NOW. Check in with your school counselor for more information.

King of the Court is Back! November 22nd at 7 pm the freshman, sophomore, junior and senior boys will face off to see who is King of the Court in Volleyball for 2024. Admission is $5 and concessions will be available. Come out and support the volleyball program and cheer on your favorite grade.

Yearbooks are still on sale. You can purchase a book online by going to yearbookordercenter.com. Our school number is 13873. You may also bring a check or money order to Mrs. Mullis to order. Cash WILL NOT be accepted. Yearbooks are $75
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Thursday, November 14, 2024

Attention juniors who participated in the ButterBraid Fundraiser. Orders will be delivered during 4th block on tomorrow! Make sure you have a way to transport the items if you sold a significant amount. They must stay frozen, so distribute them out as soon as you can. An announcement will be made to report to the cafeteria to get the order.

Best of luck to the PCHS Fishing Team as they compete against other regional high school team in their first tournament and state qualifier of the season this Saturday, November 16 at Philpott Lake. Good luck to all the anglers!

Attention SR. Betas: Convention deadlines are fast approaching. The deadline for your $100 deposit to go on the Virginia Sr. Beta Convention is TODAY, Thursday, November 14.

King of the Court is Back! November 22nd at 7 pm the freshman, sophomore, junior and senior boys will face off to see who is King of the Court in Volleyball for 2024. Admission is $5 and concessions will be available. Come out and support the volleyball program and cheer on your favorite grade.

Yearbooks are still on sale. You can purchase a book online by going to yearbookordercenter.com. Our school number is 13873. You may also bring a check or money order to Mrs. Mullis to order. Cash WILL NOT be accepted. Yearbooks are $75

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Wednesday, November 13, 2024

Best of luck to the PCHS Fishing Team as they compete against other regional high school team in their first tournament and state qualifier of the season this Saturday, November 16 at Philpott Lake. Good luck to all the anglers!

Attention SR. Betas: Convention deadlines are fast approaching. The deadline for your $100 deposit to go on the Virginia Sr. Beta Convention is TOMORROW, Thursday, November 14.

King of the Court is Back! November 22nd at 7 pm the freshman, sophomore, junior and senior boys will face off to see who is King of the Court in Volleyball for 2024. Admission is $5 and concessions will be available. Come out and support the volleyball program and cheer on your favorite grade.

Yearbooks are still on sale. You can purchase a book online by going to yearbookordercenter.com. Our school number is 13873. You may also bring a check or money order to Mrs. Mullis to order. Cash WILL NOT be accepted. Yearbooks are $75
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Tuesday, November 12, 2024

King of the Court is Back! November 22nd at 7 pm the freshman, sophomore, junior and senior boys will face off to see who is King of the Court in Volleyball for 2024. Admission is $5 and concessions will be available. Come out and support the volleyball program and cheer on your favorite grade.

Get Ready to Run! Indoor track season is kicking off soon, and we want YOU to join the team! Starting Tuesday, November 12th, we'll be hitting the track with energy, focus, and tons of excitement. To participate, make sure you have an active physical on file. Meet Coach KP in Room 135 next Tuesday--come prepared to start an amazing season! Whether you're new or experienced, let's make this season unforgettable.

Attention Sr. Betas!!! Convention deadlines are fast approaching. The deadline for your $100 deposit to go on the trip to VA Sr. Beta Convention is Thursday November 14, 2024.

Any Male trying out for the BOYS JV or VARSITY Basketball teams, should meet in the gym here at PCHS immediately after school today at 3:30pm. You MUST have a VHSL physical on file or in hand.

Yearbooks are still on sale. You can purchase a book online by going to yearbookordercenter.com. Our school number is 13873. You may also bring a check or money order to Mrs. Mullis to order. Cash WILL NOT be accepted. Yearbooks are $75