The Tiger Times

Hello PCI Families,

Can you believe we’re already at the 4.5-week mark? Time is flying, and it’s the perfect moment to check in on student progress. We encourage families to log into the grade portal, review current grades, and have meaningful conversations about assignments, goals, and any support your student may need.

A quick reminder: Future Friday is a mandatory school day, and attendance is taken. These Fridays are designed to support student success through enrichment, academic support, and career readiness activities—so every moment matters!

September is Attendance Awareness Month, and we want to emphasize that attendance is critical every single day. Being present—physically and mentally—sets the foundation for academic success and future opportunities.

Thank you for your continued partnership and support. Together, we’re building a strong foundation for every student’s future.

Warmly,
Yalanda M. Bell
Principal, The Promise Career Institute

Photos courtesy of Leilani Price

Video courtesy of Naomi Rupe and Evelyn Hernandez

September is Attendance Awareness Month! Promise Career Institute is excited to host its Attendance Awareness Spirit Week from September 22nd – 26th! Join in the fun, show your school spirit, and most importantly, show your commitment to being here every single day. Let’s come together and strive for 95% attendance!

According to the CDC, suicide is among the leading causes of death for people ages 10-66 and is the second leading cause of death for young people ages 10-14.

Despite being a leading cause of death, suicide it is preventable. During this month, our school will be drawing attention to the problem of suicide and advocating the prevention of this tragedy. We encourage our students and families to participate in Suicide Prevention Awareness Month. We will be sharing resources and activities throughout September to bring awareness to suicide prevention. The awareness generated this month has the potential to have an enormous impact on our school community, even the chance to save a life. Thank you for supporting this initiative and continuing the conversation at home with your students.

TEXT 4 HELP | 24/7 | Safe, Free & Confidential | 1-844-201-9946

NATIONAL SUICIDE PREVENTION LIFELINE | Dial 988 www.suicidepreventionlifeline.org

SAMHSA NATIONAL HELPLINE 1-800-662-HELP (4357) Please use the following link for more resources- Office of Student Supports / Suicide Prevention and Awareness (fultonschools.org)

PCI’s PBIS Courtyard Extravaganza on August 22nd was a hit! This event was filled with indoor and outdoor games! PBIS STRIPES Focus for September: Self-Discipline & Teamwork! This month, we're highlighting two essential values: Self-Discipline and Teamwork. Self-Discipline means staying focused, making good choices, and doing what’s right—even when no one is watching. Teamwork is all about working together, supporting one another, and achieving goals as a united group.

Calling all Fulton County students! Join SKYE’s Career Readiness workshops on Tuesday, September 9, 2025, and Saturday, September 20, 2025. Learn how to create a resume, improve the one you already have, and get one-on-one support to stand out. Students who complete the workshop will receive an incentive—don’t miss it! Register Here

The College Park Skyhawks are a proud partner of PCI, supporting local business and bringing exciting, community-focused entertainment to the Southside!

The College Park Skyhawks, the NBA G League affiliate of the Atlanta Hawks, are made up of the league’s rising stars—future NBA talent you can see up close and personal, right here on the Southside!

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• Discounts on merch & concession items

Come support your hometown team and be part of the action from tip-off to the final buzzer. Click here to learn more!

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To support a safe and secure learning environment, all students enrolled in The Promise Career Institute (PCI) are required to wear their student ID badge on a lanyard at all times while on any Fulton County Schools (FCS) campus. This includes time spent at their zoned high schools for transportation.

📅 ID Badges Are Being Distributed This Week

PCI staff are currently distributing ID badges to all students. Parents, once your child receives their badge, please ensure they wear it every morning before leaving for school. This is essential for student safety and identification.

🔍 Why It Matters

Wearing student IDs helps staff quickly identify PCI students and maintain a secure environment. Administrators will conduct random ID checks and enforce consequences for non-compliance, as outlined in Rule 7aI of the Discipline Code.

💳 Lost ID?

Here's What to Do: First replacement: $5 Additional replacements: $10 each Payments can be made online via the Online School Payment (OSP) site.

👨‍👩‍👧 Your Support Is Key!

Please help us by reminding your child to wear their ID daily. Together, we can ensure PCI remains a safe and welcoming place for all students. Thank you for your continued partnership!

— PCI Administration Team

Dear Parents and Guardians,

We are pleased to offer an Optional Device Protection Plan to help safeguard your student’s school-issued device. Below you will find step-by-step guidance on how to elect and pay for the plan, along with helpful resources tailored to your situation.

Watch the Optional Device Protection Sign-up Walkthrough Video

Choose the Written Guidance That Applies to You:

1. Instructions for Existing Parents with a Parent Portal Account

2. Instructions for Parents New to Fulton County Schools or Adding a New Student

3. Instructions for New Parents Who Already Have a Parent Portal Account

We encourage all families to review these resources and take advantage of the protection plan to ensure peace of mind throughout the school year.

Warm regards,

PCI Administration Team

Our school is one of the top reading institutions in Fulton County! We recently earned the Beanstack Igniter Badge which recognizes more than 25% of our students are actively tracking their reading on Beanstack.

We also logged 11, 790 reading minutes during the month of August! Way to go Tigers!

Students can participate in the Fall into Reading Challenge (via Classlink) to track their reading and earn prizes all month long. Parents, ask your scholar to show you their reading badges and log!

Help us keep our schools safe and welcoming for every student. Please take a few minutes to complete our School Safety Survey. Your feedback helps us improve safety measures and create a better learning environment for all. Together, we can make a difference!

Reliable Transportation Methods:

• Parent/Guardian Drop-Off: Begins at 8:00 AM
• Parent/Guardian Pick-Up: Between 3:15 PM – 4:30 PM
• Parent/Guardian provides transportation to the zoned school for students to catch the PCI magnet bus.

Bus Transportation:

• PCI provides bus service to and from the zoned school.
• If students elect to use neighborhood buses to reach the zoned school, please know that if the neighborhood buses run late, students may miss the PCI bus departing from the zoned school and/or they may miss the departing bus in the afternoon. We also ask that if PCI students elect to take the neighborhood buses, that they demonstrate excellent behavior that is reflective of a PCI student.

Here at PCI, we have implemented a no cell phone policy in the classrooms and hallways, beginning last year. That will continue this year. If cell phones are confiscated, parents/guardians will have to pick up their device from PCI.

At The Promise Career Institute, we are committed to fostering a positive school culture through STRIPES, our framework for success:

• Self-Discipline – Making responsible choices
• Teamwork – Working together to achieve goals
• Resilience – Overcoming challenges with determination
• Innovation – Thinking creatively and solving problems
• Professionalism – Acting with integrity and respect
• Empowerment – Taking ownership of learning and growth
• Service Leadership – Making a difference in our community

Parents, you play a crucial role in reinforcing these values at home! Here’s how you can help:

• Encourage Responsibility – Help your child set goals and develop self-discipline in academics and extracurriculars.
• Promote Teamwork – Support group projects, team sports, and community involvement.
• Celebrate Perseverance – When challenges arise, remind them that resilience leads to success.
• Foster Creativity – Encourage problem-solving and innovative thinking in daily activities.
• Model Professionalism – Teach respect, accountability, and positive communication.
• Empower Their Voice – Give them opportunities to make decisions and take initiative.
• Support Service Leadership – Get involved in school or community service projects together.

Through STRIPES, we are shaping students into leaders who are ready for success in school and beyond. Stay tuned for upcoming initiatives, student highlights, and ways to get involved.

Fulton County Schools and Rethink Ed have partnered to provide you access to our Student Success Skills lessons and online program. The ReThink Ed platform offers all lesson content, videos, and more. Parents can access this online program by creating their ReThink Ed Student Account via ClassLink. To access your student's account, log into ClassLink using your student's login information and click the ReThink Ed App!

Emergency Mental Health Resources:

The following facilities provide 24-hour assistance and have shared with the district that they will complete emergency assessments at no cost. If your child already receives support from a mental health provider, you may wish to contact that professional first. You may also want to check with your insurance company regarding mental/behavioral health coverage. Please note that the district does not endorse any provider, makes no representations as to the effectiveness of these providers, and makes this information available only as a helpful resource.

We are thrilled to introduce a brand-new feature for all our amazing students, parents, families, and community: a direct link to submit your questions and inquiries about The Promise Career Institute. You can get clarification on or ask questions about programs of study, dual enrollment, school hours, transportation, upcoming events, or anything else. Your questions and input are invaluable to us, and we're here to provide all the information you need to ensure your child's success. So, do you have a question that just came up or one you have been meaning to ask? Just <click this link> to get started, and we will be sure to get your questions answered.