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  • School Board Recognitions October 21, 2025

    School Board Recognitions October 21, 2025

    More than a dozen students and schools were recognized for excellence in STEM, character, and the arts during Tuesday’s Board Meeting and Recognition Ceremony. Special presentations highlighted student achievements and celebrated leadership across the district.

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  • "Respect the Stop" Bus Safety Video

    The Paulding County School District wants to be sure all citizens are aware that attempting to board a school bus, blocking a school bus with a vehicle, or any other actions which may distract a bus driver or disrupt the safe transport of students, are illegal and carry serious consequences. Click here to watch a video on how you can "Respect the Stop."

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  • BOE Earns Exemplary Status For 6th Year in a Row

    The Georgia School Board's Association has awarded the Paulding County Board of Education Exemplary Status for the sixth consecutive year. Click here to read more.

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  • PCSD SAT Scores Climb, Top State & Nation

    Paulding County School District’s SAT scores for the Class of 2025 climbed 17 points, while state and national results declined. The PCSD Class of 2025 earned an average total score of 1037, topping state and national averages. Click to read more.

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  • PCSD Graduation Rate Hits Record High

    Paulding County School District’s Class of 2025 has boosted the school district’s four-year graduation rate to a record high! The school district’s five high schools achieved an average graduation rate of 91.6 percent, according to data released by the Georgia Department of Education. Click here to read more.

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  • ESOL Community Fair Nov. 1

    Join us for the annual ESOL and English Learners Community Fair Nov. 1, 2025 at Dianne Wright Innovation Center 10 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. All students, families and community members welcome. Click here for more information.

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  • PCSD Celebrates Strong Milestones Scores

    Schools across the district demonstrated year-over-year improvement in multiple academic areas on the 2025 Georgia Milestones, highlighting the district’s ongoing focus on instructional excellence and student success. Click here for more.

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  • Roberts ES Classroom Addition Ribbon Cutting

    New 16 Classroom Addition Opens at Roberts ES

    The official ribbon-cutting ceremony was held on July 22, 2025, to celebrate the official opening of a new classroom addition at Roberts Elementary School. This 16-classroom addition begun one year ago is now complete, bringing the school to a grand total of 59 classrooms to accommodate the growing community

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  • New Classroom Wing at Northside ES Opens

    A ribbon-cutting ceremony was held July 8, 2025, for a new 20-classroom addition at Northside Elementary School. The addition includes 26,000 square feet of new classroom space to accommodate the school's growing enrollment of more than 600 students. Click here to see photos.

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  • School Board Appoints Trudy Sowar to Vacant Seat

    The Paulding County Board of Education has appointed long-time educator and former Superintendent Trudy Sowar to fill its vacant District 5 school board post. Click here to read more.

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  • School Board Approves FY2026 Budget

    The Paulding County Board of Education has unanimously adopted a budget for the upcoming school year that includes the lowest millage rate in 19 years. Click here to read more.

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  • Sports Players of the Year

    Sports Players of the Year

    On May 27, 2025, the Paulding County Board of Education proudly recognized the Spring Sports Players of the Year. Congratulations to these exceptional student-athletes for their outstanding performance and dedication throughout the season!

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  • Understanding the PCSD Budget

    Each year, the Paulding County Board of Education approves a budget to fund the operation of 34 schools and provide an outstanding education for 32,000 students. It is important that taxpayers understand how the budget is developed, what makes Paulding County's budget unique, and the value that taxpayers receive. Click here to learn more.

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  • 2025 PCSD Graduation Highlights

    2025 PCSD Graduation Highlights

    We’re proud to share a collection of photo highlights from the 2025 Paulding County School District Graduation Ceremonies. These images capture the joy, pride, and unforgettable moments as our graduates walked the stage and celebrated their achievements with family, friends, and faculty.

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  • PCSD Retirement Luncheon 2025

    PCSD Retirement Luncheon 2025

    The Paulding County School District held its 2025 Retirement Luncheon on Friday, May 2, at the Paulding County Senior Center. The event honored retirees for their outstanding service, commitment, and contributions to the district.

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  • Math Leader Schools Receive Banners

    On April 30, 2025, State Superintendent Richard Woods presented three Paulding County schools – East Paulding Middle School, Sammy McClure Middle School, and Paulding County High School – with Math Leader award banners.

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  • Yes! I Can Awards 2025 - Elementary School

    Yes! I Can Awards 2025 - Elementary School

    We’re incredibly proud of each PCSD elementary school student and the tremendous progress they’ve made this school year. On April 29, 2025, we also celebrated several outstanding adults during our annual awards ceremony, honoring recipients of Educator of the Year

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  • Yes! I Can Awards 2025 - Elementary

    Yes! I Can Awards 2025 - Middle & High School

    We’re incredibly proud of each PCSD middle & high school student and the tremendous progress they’ve made this school year. On April 29, 2025, we also celebrated several outstanding adults during our annual awards ceremony, honoring recipients of Educator of the Year

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  • Official Ground breaking Ceremony for PCSD Elementary School #20

    Official Ground Breaking Ceremony for PCSD Elementary School #20

    Excitement filled the air on the morning of Friday, April 25, as Paulding County proudly broke ground on what will soon become its newest beacon of learning—Elementary School #20.

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  • School Board Recognitions April 22, 2025

    School Board Recognitions April 22, 2025

    At the April 22, 2025, school board meeting, the Paulding County Board of Education recognized outstanding PCSD students and staff for their achievements.

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