Wednesday September 16, 2026
- Reminder for Jr. and Sr. Betas: If you plan to go on one of the Leadership Summit trips, your signed permission forms and swim forms are due to Mr. Turchek in room 170 by this Friday, September 18.
- Cougar Den after school tutoring, study hall, and attendance recovery will be held in the PCHS Library every Thursday in September from 3:35-6:30PM. Sign up using the link posted in your Google Classroom.
- Attention Seniors: A college visit to P&HCC will take place on November 6th. Learn about academic programs, career pathways , and the Patrick Promise, which may allow you to attend P&HCC for free. Check your Google Classroom for more details. Permission forms are available in the College Suite beside Mrs. Keith's office. Forms are due by October 2nd.
- Any students interested in the possibility of becoming part of the PCHS Robotics Team, please sign up on the sign up sheet outside Mr. Stout's room, Room 164 on the History Hall. A limited number of actual team spots will be available and will be based on expressed interest. Signing up does not automatically mean placement on the team.
- For any student that wanted to register to vote but was not able to register, Mrs. Taylor and her team will be at the PC Fair each night. Please stop by their booth to register, preregister, or to get additional information.
-Wrestling workouts will be held today in the middle school wrestling room immediately after school. after school. For more information, see Coach Lawson or Coach Zeisloft with questions.
- Registration is now open for the SAT. October 3rd date: Registration deadline is this Friday September 18. November 7th date: Registration deadline is October 23.
For additional information or assistance with registration, please see Mrs. Baker in Room 143.
-Attention all 9th graders...The deadline to turn in your SOVA Career Expo field trip is Friday Setember 25th. Please turn forms into your Homeroom teacher or to Mrs. Largen in the CTE office by this date. There are extra forms available in the CTE office if needed.
-There will be a (MANDATORY) FFA meeting this Friday during CP in the greenhouse.
Tuesday September 15, 2026
- Any boys or girls interested in tennis, conditioning will be held on Tuesdays after school until 6:00PM. Please make sure you have a VHSL Physical on file.
- For any student that wanted to register to vote but was not able to register, Mrs. Taylor and her team will be at the PC Fair each night. Please stop by their booth to register, preregister, or to get additional information.
- The library in now open for lunch. You may sign up for lunch in the library in Flex. Be sure to sign up for your lunch block. Only 20 students are allowed to have lunch in the library during each lunch block. First come, first served.
- Art students from last semester that entered art need to come by the art room to get free entrance ticket to fair . This is worth 5 dollars. Thank you for participating in the art exhibit. Mrs. Helms has a list and will give you your ticket.
- Cougar Den after school tutoring, study hall, and attendance recovery will be held in the PCHS Library every Thursday in September from 3:35-6:30PM. Sign up using the link posted in your Google Classroom.
- Attention Seniors: A college visit to P&HCC will take place on November 6th. Learn about academic programs, career pathways , and the Patrick Promise, which may allow you to attend P&HCC for free. Check your Google Classroom for more details. Permission forms are available in the College Suite beside Mrs. Keith's office. Forms are due by October 2nd.
- Any students interested in the possibility of becoming part of the PCHS Robotics Team, please sign up on the sign up sheet outside Mr. Stout's room, Room 164 on the History Hall. A limited number of actual team spots will be available and will be based on expressed interest. Signing up does not automatically mean placement on the team.
- Registration is now open for the SAT. October 3rd date: Registration deadline is September 18. November 7th date: Registration deadline is October 23.
For additional information or assistance with registration, please see Mrs. Baker in Room 143.
- Any students interested in being on the PCHS Scholastic Bowl Team should sign up for the Scholastic Bowl Cougar Pride session set for this Wednesday, September 16th. More information about the team will be shared at this meeting.
- Any student, that will turn 18 this year, that did not get a chance to register to vote today, see Mrs. Taylor and her team at the PC Fair this week. She will help register, per-register, or give more information.
Monday, September 14, 2026
- Attention Sr. Beta Club: If you HAVE NOT voted for club officers yet, please do so right now. The form will be closed at 3:40PM today.
- There will not be a JV Football game at home this week.
- Attention Seniors: A college visit to P&HCC will take place on November 6th. Learn about academic programs, career pathways , and the Patrick Promise, which may allow you to attend P&HCC for free. Check your Google Classroom for more details. Permission forms are available in the College Suite beside Mrs. Keith's office. Forms are due by October 2nd.
- Any students interested in being on the PCHS Scholastic Bowl Team should sign up for the Scholastic Bowl Cougar Pride session set for this Wednesday, September 16th. More information about the team will be shared at this meeting.
- Any boys or girls interested in tennis, conditioning will be held on Tuesdays after school until 6:00PM. Please make sure you have a VHSL Physical on file.
- The library in now open for lunch. You may sign up for lunch in the library in Flex. Be sure to sign up for your lunch block. Only 20 students are allowed to have lunch in the library during each lunch block.
- Reminder for Jr. and Sr. Betas: If you plan to go on one of the Leadership Summit trips, your signed permission forms and swim forms are due to Mr. Turchek in room 170 by this Friday, September 18.
- There will be wrestling workouts today after school. Anyone interested in staying should report directly to the middle school wrestling room after school. See Coach Lawson with questions.
- Attention ALL Seniors: This is an update, Susan Taylor, Patrick County Voter Registrar, will be here TOMORROW, September 15th, during Cougar Pride to register Seniors to vote. Seniors turning 18 on or before November 3rd, 2026, can register to vote this year! Additionally, Seniors turning 18 after November 3, 2026, can now Pre-Register to vote for next year. Please go to Mr. Stout's Flex for TOMORROW, September 15 to sign up. Please see the Senior Google Classroom for specific registration information needed to register and pre-register.
- Art students from last semester that entered art need to come by the art room to get free entrance ticket to fair . This is worth 5 dollars. Thank you for participating in the art exhibit. Mrs. Helms has a list and will give you your ticket.
- Cougar Den after school tutoring, study hall, and attendance recovery will be held in the PCHS Library every Thursday in September from 3:35-6:30PM. Sign up using the link posted in your Google Classroom.
- Any students interested in the possibility of becoming part of the PCHS Robotics Team, please sign up on the sign up sheet outside Mr. Stout's room, Room 164 on the History Hall. A limited number of actual team spots will be available and will be based on expressed interest. Signing up does not automatically mean placement on the team.
- Registration is now open for the SAT. October 3rd date: Registration deadline is September 18. November 7th date: Registration deadline is October 23.
For additional information or assistance with registration, please see Mrs. Baker in Room 143.
Wednesday, September 9, 2026
- Attention any boy or girl interested in playing tennis this school year: There will be an interest meeting this Friday, September 11, in the gym during announcements.
- This is a reminder for all Jr and Sr Beta Members: Your club dues must be turned in by this Friday, Sept. 11th to Ms. Carlson. If you are selling candy, that money is also due this Friday, Sept 11th. Mrs. Wood sent email reminders out about the money due for candy.
- Attention Jr and Sr Betas: There will be an interest meeting during Cougar Pride this Friday, Sept 11th for Betas interested in attending one of the National Beta Regional Leadership Summits this October. If you are interested in attending one of the Leadership Summits but cannot attend the meeting on Friday, let your Beta Sponsors know.
- Anyone still wanting to join Military Star should see Mrs. Rakes in Room 122.
- All chrome book fees must be paid by September 11, If the fee is not paid you will be responsible for any damages to the chrome book. You may pay your fees in Room 122.
- Susan Taylor, Patrick County Voter Registrar, will be here on September 15, 2026 in the library during Cougar Pride for the 2026 Cougar Nation Voter Registration Day . Interested Students that will turn 18 on or before November 3, 2026 should go to FLEX and Sign up for Mr. Stout's Cougar Pride on Tuesday September 15, 2026.
- Wrestling Workouts will be held on Mondays and Wednesdays each week starting TODAY, for any boy or girl interested in Wrestling this season. Students should bring workout clothes and meet in the middle school wrestling room located behind the auditorium immediately after school. Workouts will last until 6:20 each day. Students must have a current VHSL physical on file to participate. Any student that needs more information should see Coach Lawson or Coach Zeisloft. Any student that needs a physical form or information about getting a physical see Coach Lawson in room 188.
- The theme for this Friday night's Varsity Football game at home against North Stokes is Red, White, and blue OR Teal and Purple.
- There will be a senior tailgate Friday September 11th, for the home game against North Stokes. This event will be from 5:30 to 6:30 at the covered area next to the library where the buses load and unload. There will be food, games, and many more fun activities. Snacks, drinks, and food donations can be brought directly to the tailgate at 5:30 and would be much appreciated. Again, this is a seniors-only event.
Any students interested in the possibility of becoming part of the PCHS Robotics Team, please sign up on the sign up sheet outside Mr. Stout's room, Room 164 on the History Hall. A limited number of actual team spots will be available and will be based on expressed interest. Signing up does not automatically mean placement on the team.
Tuesday September 8, 2026
- All chrome book fees must be paid by September 11, If the fee is not paid you will be responsible for any damages to the chrome book. You may pay your fees in Room 122.
- Attention Cosmetology, Auto Mechanics, and Business Students: Our first SkillsUSA chapter meeting of the year is happening soon, don't miss it! The meeting will be held tomorrow September 9th, during Cougar Pride in Mr. Turner's classroom, room 204. SkillsUSA is your chance to connect with students across career and technical programs and build leadership and work place skills that go beyond the classroom. In addition, these students compete for scholarships , recognition, and career opportunities. Whether you're studying cosmetology, auto mechanics, business, or another trade, this is where you'll find your people along with future competitions, leadership roles, and a chance to represent your program. Come find out what SkillsUSA is all about, meet members from other programs, and learn how to get involved this year.
Susan Taylor, Patrick County Voter Registrar, will be here on September 15, 2026 during Cougar Pride for the 2026 Cougar Nation Voter Registration Day. Interested Students that will turn 18 on or before November 3, 2026 should go to FLEX and Sign up for Mr. Stout's Cougar Pride on Tuesday September 15, 2026.
Wrestling Workouts will be held on Mondays and Wednesdays each week , starting tomorrow Wednesday September 9, for any boy or girl interested in Wrestling this season. Students should bring workout clothes and meet in the middle school wrestling room located behind the auditorium immediately after school. Workouts will last until 6:20 each day. Students must have a current VHSL physical on file to participate. Any student that needs more information should see Coach Lawson or Coach Zeisloft. Any student that needs a physical form or information about getting a physical see Coach Lawson in room 188.
Picture Day for students in grades 8th -11th will be this Thursday September 10th. This photo will appear in the PCHS tearbook.
The theme for this Friday night's Varsity Football game at home against North Stokes is Red, White, and Blue or Teal and Purple.
There will be a senior tailgate Friday September 11th, for the home game against North Stokes. This event will be from 5:30 to 6:30 at the covered area next to the library where the buses load and unload. There will be food, games, and many more fun activities. Snacks, drinks, and food donations can be brought directly to the tailgate at 5:30 and would be much appreciated. Again, this is a seniors-only event.
Any students interested in the possibility of becoming part of the PCHS Robotics Team, please sign up on the sign up sheet outside Mr. Stout's room, Room 164 on the History Hall.
***A limited number of actual team spots will be available and will be based on expressed interest. Signing up does not automatically mean placement on the team***
Wednesday, September 2, 2026
- This is a reminder that FFA dues should be paid to Mr. Roberson by Friday, September 4.
- Attention Cosmetology, Auto Mechanics, and Business Students: Our first SkillsUSA chapter meeting of the year is happening soon, don't miss it! The meeting will be held on Wednesday, September 9th, during Cougar Pride in Mr. Turner's classroom, room 204. SkillsUSA is your chance to connect with students across career and technical programs and build leadership and work place skills that go beyond the classroom. In addition, these students compete for scholarships , recognition, and career opportunities. Whether you're studying cosmetology, auto mechanics, business, or another trade, this is where you'll find your people along with future competitions, leadership roles, and a chance to represent your program. Come find out what SkillsUSA is all about, meet members from other programs, and learn how to get involved this year.
- Homecoming shirts are on Pre Order this week through Friday during all 3 lunches only. You must pre order to get a shirt. Payment is required at the time the order is placed. Voting for Homecoming court is now live. Students may vote through Friday. Winners will be announced on morning and afternoon.
- ATTENTION TEACHERS and STUDENTS: The Library will be closed Tomorrow and Friday due to Mrs. Horne's absence.
-BECAUSE APPARENTLY KNOWING STUFF IS A SPORT NOW!!!
Do you know random facts?
Do you correct people?
Do you remember things nobody else remembers?
Congratulations! You may be qualified for scholastic bowl! Join us during CP on Sept 16th for an interest meeting to be on the scholastic bowl team. Come for the trivia, stay for the snacks!
- Do you like free snacks? Could your test scores stand to improve? Do you need to do attendance recovery? If you answered yest to any of these questions, sign up for Cougar Den. Cougar Den after-school tutoring, study hall, and attendance recovery will be held in the PCHS library every Thursday in September from 3:35 to 6:30 PM. Sign up for Cougar Den using the link in your Google Classroom.
- Registration is now open for the SAT.
October 3rd date: Registration deadline is September 18.
November 7th date: Registration deadline is October 23.
For additional information or assistance with registration, please see Mrs. Baker in Room 143. PCHS will give an SAT during the school day this year with a date to be determined.
- There will be a PCHS Fishing Team informational meeting this tonight at 6PM in the cafeteria for any returning or interested anglers.
- All chrome book fees must be paid by September 11, If the fee is not paid you will be responsible for any damages to the chrome book. You may pay your fees in Room 122.
- Attention Cougars who will be turning 18 on or before November 3, 2026: September 15th is Cougar Voter Registration Day! Mrs. Taylor, Patrick County Voter Registrar, will be here at PCHS in the library on September 15, 2026 to sign up any eligible Cougars during Cougar Pride.
Tuesday September 1, 2026
- Do you like free snacks? Could your test scores stand to improve? Do you need to do attendance recovery? If you answered yest to any of these questions, sign up for Cougar Den. Cougar Den after-school tutoring, study hall, and attendance recovery will be held in the PCHS library every Thursday in September from 3:35 to 6:30 PM. Sign up for Cougar Den using the link in your Google Classroom.
- All chrome book fees must be paid by September 11, If the fee is not paid you will be responsible for any damages to the chrome book. You may pay your fees in Room 122.
- There will be a PCHS Fishing Team informational meeting this tomorrow at 6PM in the cafeteria for any returning or interested anglers.
- Registration is now open for the SAT.
October 3rd date: Registration deadline is September 18.
November 7th date: Registration deadline is October 23.
For additional information or assistance with registration, please see Mrs. Baker in Room 143. PCHS will give an SAT during the school day this year with a date to be determined.
- The date has changed once again for lunch in the library. Thank you for your patience & understanding. Lunch in the library will now begin on Thursday September 10th. This is after the labor Day Holiday. Notice the TV display outside the Library for important information concerning lunch in the library.
- Homecoming shirts are on Pre Order this week during all 3 lunches. You must pre order to get a shirt. Payment is required at the time the order is placed. Homecoming court nominations will be open until the end of the day on Wednesday, Sept 2. Voting will be held on Friday, September 4. Winners will be posted in Google Classroom and on the announcements.
- Attention Cougars who will be turning 18 on or before November 3, 2026: September 15th is Cougar Voter Registration Day! Mrs. Taylor, Patrick County Voter Registrar, will be here at PCHS in the library on September 15, 2026 to sign up any eligible Cougars during Cougar Pride.
Monday, August 31, 2026
- Cougar Den after school tutoring begins this Thursday, September 3. Cougar Den will be held on Thursdays only through the month of September. Students may sign up for Cougar Den using the link in your Google Classroom.
- Any student needing to pay a Chromebook fee, should go to room 122.
- Homecoming shirts are on Pre Order this week during all 3 lunches. You must pre order to get a shirt. Payment is required at the time the order is placed. Homecoming court nominations will be open until the end of the day on Wednesday, Sept 2. Voting will be held on Friday, September 4. Winners will be posted in Google Classroom and on the announcements.
- The date has changed once again for lunch in the library. Thank you for your patience & understanding. Lunch in the library will now begin on Thursday September 10th. This is after the labor Day Holiday. Notice the TV display outside the Library for important information concerning lunch in the library.
-Attention Student drivers: If you are currently driving to school you must purchase a parking permit! See Mrs. Jessup, the bookkeeper, to pick up an application and buy your permit. Permits should be purchased and displayed in your vehicle today and everyday in the future in order to continue parking on campus.
- Attention all drivers: Please be aware coming to & from Stuart, near Ashby Drive, the Speed Limit is being lowered to 25 MPH from town until Wayside Road. This will be enforced - so be sure you reduce your speed & be aware of the lowered speed limit.
- There will be a PCHS Fishing Team informational meeting this Wednesday, Sept 2 at 6PM in the cafeteria for any returning or interested anglers.
- Attention Cougars who will be turning 18 on or before November 3, 2026: September 15th is Cougar Voter Registration Day! Mrs. Taylor, Patrick County Voter Registrar, will be here at PCHS in the library on September 15, 2026 to sign up any eligible Cougars during Cougar Pride.
Friday August 28, 2026
The date has changed once again for lunch in the library. Thank you for your patience & understanding. Lunch in the library will now begin on Thursday September 10th. This is after the labor Day Holiday. Notice the TV display outside the Library for important information concerning lunch in the library.
-The Theme for Friday tonight's Varsity Home football game is WHITE OUT! Come out and support your Cougar Football team.
-BECAUSE APPARENTLY KNOWING STUFF IS A SPORT NOW!!!
Do you know random facts?
Do you correct people?
Do you remember things nobody else remembers?
Congratulations! You may be qualified for scholastic bowl! Join us during CP on Sept 16th for an interest meeting to be on the scholastic bowl team. Come for the trivia, stay for the snacks!-
Registration is now open for the SAT!
Oct 3rd Date: Registration deadline is Sept 18
Nov 7th Date : Registration deadline is Oct 23.
For addition in formation or assistance with registration, please see Mrs. Baker in Room 143. PCHS will give an SAT during the school day this year with a date to be determined.
Anyone interested in joining Military Star shouls see Mrs. Rakes in room 122
-ATTENTION STUDENT DRIVERS: If you are currently driving to school you must purchase a parking permit! See Mrs. Jessup, the bookkeeper, to pick up an application and buy your permit. Permits should be purchased and displayed in your vehicle by Monday August 31st in order to continue parking on campus.
- There will be a PCHS Fishing Team Informational Meeting on Sept 2, 2026 at 6pm in the school cafeteria for any returning or interested anglers.
-ATTENTION ALL DRIVERS: Please be aware coming to & from Stuart, near Ashby Drive, the Speed Limit is being lowered to 25 MPH from town until Wayside Road. This will be enforced - so be sure you reduce your speed & be aware of the lowered speed limit.
- All chromebook fees just be paid by August 31st. Please see Mrs. Rakes in room 122.
- Attention Cougars who will be turning 18 on or before November 3, 2026: September 15th is Cougar Voter Registration Day! Mrs. Taylor, Patrick County Voter Registrar, will be here at PCHS in the library on September 15, 2026 to sign up any eligible Cougars during Cougar Pride.
Thursday August 27, 2026
-Congratulations to the following students who have been elected as FCA officers for the 2026-2027 school year.
Recruiter : Savannah Fain
Treasurer : Caleb Howell
Secretary : Sierra Easter
Co-Captain : Meredith Wood
Captain : Lane Errichetti
We're looking forward to an amazing year.
-The Theme for Friday Nights Varsity Home football game is WHITE OUT!
-BECAUSE APPARENTLY KNOWING STUFF IS A SPORT NOW!!!
Do you know random facts?
Do you correct people?
Do you remember things nobody else remembers?
Congratulations! You may be qualified for scholastic bowl! Join us during CP on Sept 16th for an interest meeting to be on the scholastic bowl team. Come for the trivia, stay for the snacks!
-Registration is now open for the SAT!
Oct 3rd Date: Registration deadline is Sept 18
Nov 7th Date : Registration deadline is Oct 23.
For addition in formation or assistance with registration, please see Mrs. Baker in Room 143. PCHS will give an SAT during the school day this year with a date to be determined.
-ATTENTION STUDENT DRIVERS: If you are currently driving to school you must purchase a parking permit! See Mrs. Jessup, the bookkeeper, to pick up an application and buy your permit. Permits should be purchased and displayed in your vehicle by Monday August 31st in order to continue parking on campus.
-ATTENTION ALL DRIVERS: Please be aware coming to & from Stuart, near Ashby Drive, the Speed Limit is being lowered to 25 MPH from town until Wayside Road. This will be enforced - so be sure you reduce your speed & be aware of the lowered speed limit.
-There will be an FFA interest meeting during Cougar Pride on Friday 8/28/26 in Mr. Wood's room.
- There will be a PCHS Fishing Team Informational Meeting on Sept 2, 2026 at 6pm in the school cafeteria for any returning or interested anglers.
- All chromebook fees just be paid by August 31st. Please see Mrs. Rakes in room 122.
-Attention Cougar Nation! (Let's Get Ready To Rumble)!
The Wrestling Program is looking for a few good men and women that want to win and help the Wrestling program become stronger. (There will be a meeting this Friday August 28th in the main gym during homeroom for any boy or girl grades 8-12 that might be interested in Wrestling during the 2026-2027 season. Those planning to attend should check into homeroom and then report to the main gym. Info and plans about the upcoming season will be discussed.) Roll Cougars! Let's get excited, show up and get this party started! No experience necessary, just a good attitude.
- Attention Cougars who will be turning 18 on or before November 3, 2026: September 15th is Cougar Voter Registration Day! Mrs. Taylor, Patrick County Voter Registrar, will be here at PCHS in the library on September 15, 2026 to sign up any eligible Cougars during Cougar Pride.
Wednesday, August 26, 2026
Attention Seniors: The Cougars and Cubs field trip form is due tomorrow, Thursday, August 27th, no exceptions. If you missed the class meeting yesterday and did not get a form, you must pick one up today from Ms. Rose, Mrs. Wood, or guidance. Steering committee applications are also due tomorrow by 3:30PM. The form is posted in the Google Classroom.
Attention Students: Anyone interested in joining Scholastic Bowl should plan to attend the Scholastic Bowl interest meeting during Cougar Pride on September 16th. Come for the trivia. Stay for the snacks.
- Attention Cougars who will be turning 18 on or before November 3, 2026: September 15th is Cougar Voter Registration Day! Mrs. Taylor, Patrick County Voter Registrar, will be here at PCHS in the library on September 15, 2026 to sign up any eligible Cougars during Cougar Pride.
- Attention Cougar nation! (Let's Get Ready To Rumble)!
The Wrestling Program is looking for a few good men and women that want to win and help the Wrestling program become stronger. (There will be a meeting this Friday August 28th in the main gym during homeroom for any boy or girl grades 8-12 that might be interested in Wrestling during the 2026-2027 season. Those planning to attend should check into homeroom and then report to the main gym. Info and plans about the upcoming season will be discussed.
Tuesday August 25, 2026
-Attention both Jr and Sr Betas!!!! We will have a joint Jr and Sr Beta meeting in the auditorium on Wednesday, August 26, 2026 during Cougar Pride. Please arrive promptly with your charged chrome book.
-Attention Cougar nation! (Let's Get Ready To Rumble)!
The Wrestling Program is looking for a few good men and women that want to win and help the Wrestling program become stronger. (There will be a meeting this Friday August 28th in the main gym during homeroom for any boy or girl grades 8-12 that might be interested in Wrestling during the 2026-2027 season. Those planning to attend should check into homeroom and then report to the main gym. Info and plans about the upcoming season will be discussed.) Roll Cougars! Let's get excited, show up and get this party started! No experience necessary, just a good attitude.
- Attention Cougars who will be turning 18 on or before November 3, 2026: September 15th is Cougar Voter Registration Day! Mrs. Taylor, Patrick County Voter Registrar, will be here at PCHS in the library on September 15, 2026 to sign up any eligible Cougars during Cougar Pride.
- There will be a PCHS Fishing Team Informational Meeting on Sept 2, 2026 at 6pm in the school cafeteria for any returning or interested anglers.
- There will be an FFA interest meeting during Cougar Pride on Friday 8/2/28 in Mr. Wood's room.
- If you are a student in FCA, remember to fill out the google form and vote for officers ASAP!!!
Voting closes Wed 8/26 @3 pm.
-Lunch in the library will now begin on Wednesday September 2nd. Stay tuned to announcements for more information about lunch in the library and how to sign up.
- All chromebook fees just be paid by August 31st. Please see Mrs. Rakes in room 122.
-Monday August 24, 2026
- Attention Cougars who will be turning 18 on or before November 3, 2026: September 15th is Cougar Voter Registration Day! Mrs. Taylor, Patrick County Voter Registrar, will be here at PCHS in the library on September 15, 2026 to sign up any eligible Cougars during Cougar Pride.
-Today is the last day to turn in your application for class office. Voting will be held Wed-Fri of this week in your class of google classroom.
-Attention Students: We are now on a Cougar Pride Bell schedule. This is the daily bell schedule until further notice. Students, you should be signed up for a Cougar pride activity for everyday this week.
If you haven't already, please take the time to got to flex, to sign up for this week's Cougar Pride Activities.
-Attention ALL 8th and 11th grade students, if you are interested in joining Project PAWS, please fill out the form in your Class Of page no later than the end of the day on Tuesday. If you have any questions, please contact Mrs. Kayla Corns by email or stop by Room 160.
Attention Cougar nation! (Let's Get Ready To Rumble)!
The Wrestling Program is looking for a few good men and women that want to win and help the Wrestling program become stronger. (There will be a meeting this Friday August 28th in the main gym during homeroom for any boy or girl grades 8-12 that might be interested in Wrestling during the 2026-2027 season. Those planning to attend should check into homeroom and then report to the main gym. Info and plans about the upcoming season will be discussed.) Roll Cougars! Let's get excited, show up and get this party started! No experience necessary, just a good attitude.
-Attention both Jr and Sr Betas!!!! We will have a joint Jr and Sr Beta meeting in the auditorium on Wednesday, August 26, 2026 during Cougar Pride. Please arrive promptly with your charged chromebook.
Attention Sr Beta Club members from LAST school year! This includes our returning members that are currently in 10th, 11th, and 12th grades. We need you to meet in the gym tomorrow morning at 8:25 am for a picture to recognize our award as a Beta Club of Distinction. This was posted in Google Classroom last week and you received an email this morning. Tomorrow, Tues 8/25, check in with 1st block before 8:25 and then report to the gym.
Friday August 21, 2026
-ALL Chromebook Fees MUST be paid by August 31. Come to Room 122 to pay your fee.
- Any staff member who is interested in being an FCA sponsor this year, please send a chat or email to Mr. Smart. Thank you
-A small change to when the library will be open due to additional classes using the library during 3rd block. Lunch in the library will now begin on Wednesday September 2nd. Stay tuned to announcements for more information about lunch in the library and how to sign up. Thank you for your understanding with the slight change of date.
- Attention students in Career Ed, Civic, and Co-Op classes, if you haven't already done so, please join our Google Classroom. The link to join was sent through your school email. Important dates and assignment information will be posted here.
- Attention all students, if you wish to run for class office, please fill out the Google form posted in your Google Classroom, then pick up the application packet from the counter beside AK's office in guidance. Please be sure you read all of the requirements carefully. Voting will be held August 28th.
- Attention Cougars who will be turning 18 on or before November 3, 2026: September 15th is Cougar Voter Registration Day! Mrs. Taylor, Patrick County Voter Registrar, will be here at PCHS in the library on September 15, 2026 to sign up any eligible Cougars during Cougar Pride
Thursday August 20,2026
Attention 8th Graders: If you were in the Gifted Program at your Elementary School, you are in the program here at PCHS also. An invitation to join the Google Classroom was sent to your school email last Friday, August 14th. Join so you don't miss out on field trips or other opportunities.
- There will be a Softball Meeting this Friday August 21, at 8:30 AM in the cafeteria for all levels.
- Lunch in the library will begin on Tuesday September 1st. Stay tuned to announcements for more information about lunch in the library and how to sign up.
- Attention all students, if you wish to run for class office, please fill out the Google form posted in your Google Classroom, then pick up the application packet from the counter beside AK's office in guidance. Please be sure you read all of the requirements carefully. Voting will be held August 28th.
- Attention Cougars who will be turning 18 on or before November 3, 2026: September 15th is Cougar Voter Registration Day! Mrs. Taylor, Patrick County Voter Registrar, will be here at PCHS in the library on September 15, 2026 to sign up any eligible Cougars during Cougar Pride.
- Any staff member who is interested in being an FCA sponsor this year, please send a chat or email to Mr. Smart. Thank you.
Wednesday August 19,2026
- Attention Cougars who will be turning 18 on or before November 3, 2026: September 15th is Cougar Voter Registration Day! Mrs. Taylor, Patrick County Voter Registrar, will be here at PCHS in the library on September 15, 2026 to sign up any eligible Cougars during Cougar Pride.
- Attention all students, if you wish to run for class office, please fill out the Google form posted in your Google Classroom, then pick up the application packet from the counter beside AK's office in guidance. Please be sure you read all of the requirements carefully. Voting will be held August 28th.
- Lunch in the library will begin on Tuesday September 1st. Stay tuned to announcements for more information about lunch in the library and how to sign up.
- Attention: Chess Club Sign Up is NOW Full!
- There will be a Softball Meeting this Friday August 21, at 8:30 AM in the cafeteria for all levels.
Attention 8th Graders: If you were in the Gifted Program at your Elementary School, you are in the program here at PCHS also. An invitation to join the Google Classroom was sent to your school email last Friday, August 14th. Join so you don't miss out on field trips or other opportunities.
Monday, August, 17, 2026
- Attention Cougars who will be turning 18 on or before November 3, 2026: September 15th is Cougar Voter Registration Day! Mrs. Taylor, Patrick County Voter Registrar, will be here at PCHS in the library on September 15, 2026 to sign up any eligible Cougars during Cougar Pride.
- Any ladies interested in playing Girls Basketball, we will be having conditioning on Monday and Wednesday nights from 6:30–8:00 Pm at the high school. You must have a current VHSL physical to participate. If you are interested in getting a conditioning schedule, please see Coach Spencer.
- Attention all students, if you wish to run for class office, please fill out the Google form posted in your Google Classroom, then pick up the application packet from the counter beside AK's office in guidance. Please be sure you read all of the requirements carefully. Voting will be held August 28th.
- Lunch in the library will begin on Tuesday September 1st. Stay tuned to announcements for more information about lunch in the library and how to sign up.
- Anyone interested in joining Chess Club should sign up in Mr. Tucker's classroom, room 169 on the history hall. There are limited slots on a first come, first serve basis. The last day to sign up for chess club is this Friday, August 21st.
Friday, August, 14, 2026
- Attention Cougars who will be turning 18 on or before November 3, 2026: September 15th is Cougar Voter Registration Day! Mrs. Taylor, Patrick County Voter Registrar, will be here at PCHS in the library on September 15, 2026 to sign up any eligible Cougars during Cougar Pride.
- Any ladies interested in playing Girls Basketball, we will be having conditioning on Monday and Wednesday nights from 6:30–8:00 Pm at the high school. You must have a current VHSL physical to participate. If you are interested in getting a conditioning schedule, please see Coach Spencer.
- Looking for something fun to do this Friday night? Grab your friends and head to the Back-to-School Pool Party at DeHart Park Pool! This Friday, August 14th, from 6:30 to 9:30 PM, enjoy an evening of swimming, music, concessions, and hanging out with friends. Admission is just $5 per person! School may be back in session, but summer isn’t over yet! Come out to DeHart Park Pool this Friday night and make one more splash before summer ends.
- Anyone interested in joining Chess Club should sign up in Mr. Tucker's classroom, room 169, on the history hall. There are limited slots on a first come, first serve basis.
Thursday, August 13, 2026
- Attention Cougars who will be turning 18 on or before November 3, 2026: September 15th is Cougar Voter Registration Day! Mrs. Taylor, Patrick County Voter Registrar, will be here at PCHS in the library on September 15, 2026 to sign up any eligible Cougars during Cougar Pride.
- Any ladies interested in playing Girls Basketball, we will be having conditioning on Monday and Wednesday nights from 6:30–8:00 Pm at the high school. You must have a current VHSL physical to participate. If you are interested in getting a conditioning schedule, please see Coach Spencer.
- Looking for something fun to do this Friday night? Grab your friends and head to the Back-to-School Pool Party at DeHart Park Pool! This Friday, August 14th, from 6:30 to 9:30 PM, enjoy an evening of swimming, music, concessions, and hanging out with friends. Admission is just $5 per person! School may be back in session, but summer isn’t over yet! Come out to DeHart Park Pool this Friday night and make one more splash before summer ends.
- If you are interested in running cross country this season reach out to coach Roberson or come to the greenhouse after school where we meet before practice starts. We still have open spots on the Middle School and Varsity teams.
- Anyone interested in joining Chess Club should sign up in Mr. Tucker's classroom, room 169, on the history hall. There are limited slots on a first come, first serve basis.
- Attention Jr and Sr Beta Club returning members and new invitees: Your paperwork was due today. If for some reason you did not get it turned in today, please do so no later than the end of the day tomorrow, Friday, August 14th.
Tuesday, January 13, 2026
* Attention 12th grade SR. Betas: Applications for the National Beta Scholarships are due this Thursday, January 15th.
* The library is closed for lunch all of this week due to English Classes doing research in the library during 3rd block.
* 10th grade field trip forms to P&HCC can still be picked up outside Mrs. Keith's office. They are due this Friday, January 16.
* Attention JR BETA Convention Attendees: The rescheduled date for the Convention Safety and Rules meeting is next Tuesday, January 20 during Cougar Pride in the library. This is a required meeting so make sure you are there.
* Attention SR BETA Convention Attendees: The rescheduled date for the Convention Safety and Rules meeting is next Wednesday, January 21 during Cougar Pride in the library. This is a required meeting so make sure you are there.
* Congratulations to the Girls Wrestling Team for doing an outstanding job this past Saturday of representing Patrick County in their first ever all girls individual wrestling tournament. Jazmyne Reynolds, Leia Cobbler, and Alexa Rivero competed at the Ed Creswell Tournament in Bristol, Virginia with Leia Cobbler finishing 2nd in here weight class. Leia is the first medalist for our girls wrestling team. Awesome job Lady Cougars! Keep up the hard work!
* The Boys Wrestling team competed in the Ed Cressel Individual Wrestling Tournament this past Saturday in Bristol, Virginia. Wheeler Helms earned first place in the 190 pound weight class. Ben Knight, Logan Rakes, and Adin Geiger finished 3rd in their respective weight classes. Caleb Lancaster and Tyler Cobbler finished 4th in their weight classes. Wesley Catron, Austin Harrell, Landon Moles, Adrian Dehne, and Alex Hernandez all wrestled hard and contributed to the teams overall success on the day. Congratulations guys and keep up the hard work!