Pickens County Career & Technology Center

🎉 75 YEARS OF IMPACT 🎉

For 75 years, the School District of Pickens County has been more than a collection of schools - it has been a place where students discover their passions, build lasting relationships, and create memories that shape their futures.

Throughout this anniversary year, we’ve celebrated the people, places, and programs that have made SDPC special by sharing stories from across our schools and community.
Now, those stories come together in one place.

📖 "75 Years of Impact: Past. Present. Potential." is a commemorative magazine that celebrates the legacy we’ve built and the Experience SDPC that continues to make our district unique.

Inside, you’ll find the moments, milestones, and voices that reflect who we are - and the commitment that continues to guide us as we engage students today and empower them for tomorrow.

👉 Explore the magazine: https://www.flipsnack.com/BFD76799E8C/75-years-of-impact-sdpc-2026

#75YearsOfImpact #ExperienceSDPC #EngagingToday #EmpoweringTomorrow

🚌 SDPC Families – Does your child need bus transportation this school year?

If your student will be riding the bus to or from school, please take a moment to complete the 📝 SDPC Transportation Form to ensure they are scheduled for 🚌 pickup and drop-off before August 1.

🔗 Find the form linked here: https://www.pickens.k12.sc.us/page/transportation

🚌 SDPC Families – Does your child need bus transportation this school year?

If your student will be riding the bus to or from school, please take a moment to complete the 📝 SDPC Transportation Form to ensure they are scheduled for 🚌 pickup and drop-off before August 4th!

🔗 Find the form linked here: https://www.pickens.k12.sc.us/page/transportation

🥞 FREE Meals for All Students This Year! 🍎

We’ve got great news for SDPC families!

Thanks to the Community Eligibility Provision (CEP), all students will receive FREE breakfast and lunch every day during the 2026-2027 school year - no forms, no fees, no hassle! 🙌

✅ No need to submit a meal application
✅ Every student is automatically eligible
✅ Healthy meals = focused minds + strong bodies

This program ensures that every child has access to nutritious meals to fuel learning and success. It’s one more way we’re supporting our students - together!

Questions? Visit www.sdpcnutrition.com or contact Jenaffer Stevenson, Director of Student Nutrition Services:
📧 jenafferstevenson@pickens.k12.sc.us | 📞 864-397-1166

#SDPCNutrition #EngagingToday #EmpoweringTomorrow

🍎 Still looking for the right Pre-K option for your 4-year-old this fall? We have a few openings remaining!

Give your child a great start with the SDPC Academy for Early Learners — a FREE 4K program designed to inspire curiosity, build confidence, and prepare students for kindergarten and beyond.

Through hands-on learning in immersive environments, students explore, create, problem-solve, and grow while developing important early literacy, social, and emotional skills.

🚌 FREE transportation is available to all Pre-K students!

Don’t miss this opportunity to give your child an engaging learning experience that sets the stage for future success!

🔗 Register for 4K today: https://www.pickens.k12.sc.us/page/four-year-old-kindergarten

📩 Questions? Contact the Academy for Early Learners at aelreg@pickens.k12.sc.us or 864-397-1000.

📣 You’re Invited!
Join us at the Pickens County Career & Technology Center Open House on November 4th from 5:30–7:30 PM at 990 Chastain Rd, Liberty, SC!

Come explore our hands-on Career & Technical Education pathways, meet instructors, tour classrooms, and discover opportunities available to students across Pickens County!

✅ Aerospace & Piloting
✅ Health Science
✅ Mechatronics
✅ Machine Technology – Precision Metal Cutting
✅ Culinary Arts
✅ Cosmetology
✅ Engineering: PLTW
✅ Logistics & Drones
✅ Welding, Electricity, Plumbing, Construction…
…and so much more!

If your student is interested in real-world skills, certifications, and future career opportunities, this is the place to be.

✅ Open to all Pickens County families
✅ Great for middle & high school students
✅ Learn about programs, certifications, and future careers

SEE YOU THERE!

We were honored to welcome Representative Philip Bowers today as he presented us with a United States flag that was proudly flown over the South Carolina Statehouse. This meaningful gift is a reminder of the values we stand for. Thank you, Mr. Bowers, for all you do to support the Career Center and our students!

We are thrilled to announce our 2025 Teacher of the Year and Support Employee of the Year! Mrs. Sharon Higgins has been named Teacher of the Year. She inspires students daily through her work in Health Science and our Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) program. Officer Jody Perry, our dedicated School Resource Officer, has been named Support Employee of the Year. His commitment to keeping our students safe and supported does not go unnoticed. Please join us in congratulating Mrs. Higgins and Officer Perry on this well-deserved recognition!

🚨 Middle School Students – Don’t Miss This! 🚨 The Pickens County Career & Technology Center is hosting the Summer Career Exploration Experience ‘25 — a hands-on, fun-filled opportunity to dive into exciting career paths! 🗓 Dates: June 2–12, 2025 🕘 Time: 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM (Monday–Thursday) 🎯 Who: Rising 7th & 8th graders in SDPC 📍 Where: Pickens County CTC 🎟 Spots are limited – students will be selected by lottery! 🔗 Sign up by Wednesday, May 7 at Techhttps://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfHNrJcClliPN_oPs4Ccjjt02mZ5cY0sTNpGUpf_JRu085oPw/viewform ✨ Explore one of these awesome career pathways: Vet Science & Agriculture Automotive Mechanic Biomedical Science Culinary Arts Digital Art & Photography Drones & Logistics Engineering – STEAM Challenges (June 2–5 only) Firefighting Health Science / Nursing Precision Metal Cutting / Machine

Calling all SDPC 5th Graders and their Families! Join us at the Pickens County Career & Technology Center for an exciting STEM Night on Thursday, March 27th from 5:30–7:30 PM! Explore the worlds of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math through fun, hands-on activities designed just for YOU! Location: 990 Chastain Road, Liberty, SC 29657 Come see what makes STEM so much fun—and start dreaming big about your future!

Today, we celebrate the incredible men and women who ensure our students travel safely to and from school each day. It's SC Bus Driver Appreciation Day, and we want to say THANK YOU to our SDPC bus drivers and assistants! To truly capture the impact of our drivers, we spent time riding along on routes and speaking with two of our dedicated drivers—experiencing firsthand the joy, care, and commitment they bring to their work. 🎥 Watch our special tribute video here: https://youtu.be/omM_SDLXcM0

📢 Special Visit: SC Superintendent Ellen Weaver at PCCTC! 📢 We were honored to host South Carolina Superintendent of Education, Ellen Weaver, at the Pickens County Career & Technology Center earlier today! It was a privilege to showcase the incredible opportunities in Career and Technical Education (CTE) available to students in Pickens County. From hands-on learning experiences to industry-driven training, our programs equip students with the skills needed for success in college, careers, and beyond. We are grateful for the opportunity to highlight the dedication of our students and teachers, who work tirelessly to make CTE a pathway to success. Thank you, Superintendent Weaver, for taking the time to visit and see firsthand the impact of CTE education in Pickens County!

Attention PCCTC Students & Families! A new South Carolina policy requires limiting cell phone and device use during the school day. To follow state law (Budget Proviso 1.103), SDPC has updated its Personal Electronic Device Policy.www.pickens.k12.sc.us/page/sdpc-cell-phone-policy What You Need to Know: • During Instructional Time: All devices must be silenced and stored. • Devices Include: Cell phones, smart watches, tablets, gaming devices, etc. • Exceptions: Approved instructional use, medical needs, or emergencies (with prior written approval). Thank you for helping us maintain a focused learning environment at PCCTC!