The Tiger Times

PCI Tiger Families:

As we wrap up an incredible year of learning and growth, we want to take a moment to express our heartfelt gratitude for your partnership and support. This season reminds us of the importance of community, kindness, and the joy of celebrating achievements together.

May your holidays be filled with peace, laughter, and cherished moments with loved ones. We look forward to welcoming you back in the new year, ready to continue our journey toward excellence and success.

7 Tips for Transitioning Back to School After Winter Break

Wishing you a safe and happy holiday season and a prosperous New Year! See you on January 6th.

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

We’re thrilled to share that we’re heading to Japan in Spring 2027, and we’d love for your student to join us! This is an incredible opportunity for students to explore new places, experience different cultures, and gain lifelong skills like independence and confidence. I

If you are interested, please contact Ms. Traylor (Traylor@fultonschools.org) or Ms. Rutherford (RutherfordK@fultonschools.org)—spots are limited, and we would love to help you secure this experience for your child. In the meantime, please visit EF’s website to get answers to common parent questions. EF Tours is our trusted travel partner, and they have years of experience helping students explore the world safely and affordably. I hope to see you there and look forward to sharing how this trip can be a powerful and unforgettable chapter in your student’s life!

Kimberly Rutherford & Tarrie Traylor

Your PCI Travel Team

Check out these new Inside PCI Podcast episodes featuring real parents! Interested in participating? Please email Ms. Franks-Smith at franksk@fultonschools.org

Fulton is partnering with community agencies to provide families with access to essential food resources and offering ways for our school community to support those facing food insecurity.

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Do you have great photos from this school year you'd like to contribute to our annual yearbook? Submit them for review here! We'd like your best sports shots, selfies, activities, field trips, and everything in between!

Students can participate in the December Reading Challenge (via Classlink) to track their reading and earn prizes all month long. At the end of the challenge, scholars can win a bundle of new books and treats! Parents, ask your scholar to show you their reading badges and log!

Students who completed the November Beanstack Reading Challenge and earned a candy apple! Thank you to our generous parent Temaria Gray for donating supplies! If you'd like to donate to the media center please contact mobleyL1@fultonschools.org

Students who read at least 300 minutes in October completed that month's Beanstack Reading Challenge and earned a candy apple! Thank you Step So Sweet Treats for supplying the goodies.

Please share your voice and help our SGC make critical decisions about our school. Access more information about School Governance Council below.

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

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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

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.