Updates & Information

This Week:

• Q3 Progress Reports Sent- Fri. Feb. 13

Upcoming

• Spirit Week - Feb. 16-20 sponsored by the SAVE Club
• NC Check In #2 (6th-11th grades) On Campus- Wed. Feb.18 9am-1pm
• WorkKeys (12th); ACT (11th) On Campus- Wed. March 18 8:30am-1:30pm

We're celebrating CTE Month by recognizing our favorite CTE teacher, Ms. Liz Everidge! She goes above and beyond each day to serve not only our PCSVA students, but students in several schools across the district. She teaches Public Safety 1 and 2, Career Management, and Emergency Management. She also serves as our EC teacher and teaches electives for our middle grades students. In addition to teaching the students of Person County, Ms. Everidge has been a dedicated 911 dispatcher- Telecommunicator III, for over 17 years with Davidson County and is a leader within our state emergency services. Most recently she was named a member of the 911 Chaplain Initiative increasing her impact.

We are blessed by her dedication and desire to serve! Cheers to you, Ms. Everidge!

Person County Schools is excited to host our first annual Job Shadow Day on Friday, February 27, for middle school students. This opportunity allows students to spend the day with a family member or family friend, explore a career of interest, and make connections between school and the real world. Completed Job Shadow Day agreements must be turned in to the Dr. Duncan or a teacher by Friday, February 20, and participation will count as an excused educational opportunity.

Catalyst Conference is a social justice organization within UNC's Campus Y. Our mission is to provide high school students across North Carolina with the opportunity to immerse themselves on UNC's campus, where they learn about current social justice topics with a cohort of other enthusiastic, dedicated leaders. Participants will engage in meaningful discussions, build lasting personal relationships, and cross boundaries of race, ethnicity, religion, and gender. The conference fosters dialogue about relevant issues and equips students with practical strategies to address these challenges within their communities.

🥳SAVE Club Spirit Week!🎉

Get ready to show your school spirit and have some fun—everyone is welcome! Join us each day with a different theme:

Monday – Crazy Hair Day: Go wild with your hair—fun, silly, or creative styles encouraged!

Tuesday – Favorite Sport/Team Shirt: Show your favorite team, sport, or activity.

Wednesday – Mix & Match Day: Mismatched socks, shirts, or colors—let your style shine.

Thursday – Thinking Cap Day: Wear any kind of hat—be creative!

The ACT test is a national test that is a required element of North Carolina's state testing program. During the spring semester, all 11th graders across the state take the test free of charge. Performing well on this assessment may allow you to opt out of readiness courses at a community college or college/university. It can also provide access to scholarships. Please take a moment and start practicing for this assessment in the next couple of weeks.

PCS Virtual Academy will administer

the ACT Test

to all 11th grade students on

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 18, 2026.

Person County Schools utilizes Online School Payments (OSP) for payment of ALL school-related fees. School Related Fees in Online School Payment (OSP) include Technology Use, Laptop Insurance, Laptop Damage and Repairs, Library Fees, Parking, Club/Organization Dues, etc.

Please be sure to click "Academy" in the menu then "PCSVA Virtual Academy". Your child DOES NOT attend PHS so please do not pay fees through "Person High".

Questions about PCC classes? Reach out to Mrs. Emily Van Allen at davise@person.k12.nc.us Spring 2026 registration meetings are happening NOW! All 11th and 12th grade students who are interested in dual-enrollment to earn college credits while in high school will need to schedule an appointment and complete the required paperwork. Book a meeting today! Sign up for an appointment here!

Piedmont Community College (PCC) is pleased to announce its new partnership with North Carolina State University (NC State) through their new guaranteed admissions program, Wolfpack Connect.

PCC students who earn an associate degree from PCC, maintain a 3.0 GPA or higher and meet NC State’s transfer admission deadlines can enroll in more than 100 eligible NC State majors and concentrations.

To be eligible for Wolfpack Connect, students must have fewer than 30 transferable credits completed or in progress, be currently enrolled at PCC, and plan to pursue an eligible major or concentration at NC State.

More information can be found by visiting NC State’s Wolfpack Connect page. Eligibility forms will be accepted starting late January 2026 for students starting the program fall 2026. Eligibility forms are due by June 1.

Every Minute Counts! Attendance matters now more than ever. Chronic absenteeism—missing 10% or more of the school year, regardless of the reason—puts students at academic and social risk. Research shows that even in early grades, frequent absences can make it hard to read on grade level, stay engaged, and ultimately graduate on time.

Our district, like many others nationwide, has seen an increase in chronic absences since the pandemic. As partners in education, we ask families to help us prioritize attendance by scheduling appointments outside of school hours, keeping routines consistent, and reaching out when challenges arise.

Together, we can ensure every child is present, supported, and ready to succeed—because every minute truly counts.

This scholarship is open to high school seniors who plan to attend a Historically Black College or University (HBCU) and meet the criteria of academic achievement, school and community involvement, financial need, character, and leadership.The scholarship is awarded for one academic year only.

The application deadline is Friday, April 10, 2026 by 11:59 PM, and interested students can apply at the following link: https://tinyurl.com/RoxDSTScholarship. More details about the organization can be found on the chapter's website: https://www.dstroxboroalumnae.org. If you have any questions, you can reach out to the scholarship committee at roxdstppd@gmail.com.

The 2026-2027 school year Aubrey Lee Brooks Scholarship application (Class of 2026) will be activated January 12, 2026. The student’s full application packet must be electronically completed and submitted with all required information/documentation via the application system by March 1, 2026, to receive consideration.

A complete application packet consists of:

1. A.L. Brooks Scholarship Application
2. NC High School Academic Transcript (must include final grades for Fall 2025 term classes)
3. SAT/ACT Scores (if not taken, a memo must be uploaded explaining why)
4. Recommendations (2)
5. 2026-2027 FAFSA (fully processed by the US Dept. of Education)
6. NC residency confirmed via Residency Determination Service

Note:

• Items 1, 2 and 3 are submitted electronically by the student via their account in the application system (NCSEAA MyPortal). Required before the system will allow them to submit their information.
• Recommendations are submitted electronically by the students’ selected recommenders via a system provided MyPortal link.
• We will be able to obtain students’ FAFSA information directly from the US Dept. of Education if at least one NC college/university is listed in the school section.
• We will be able to obtain the students’ residency information directly from the NC Residency Determination Service office if they complete the process.

SECU Foundation established the People Helping People four-year scholarship program to help North Carolina public high school students attend college. SECU Foundation takes an active role in assisting communities across North Carolina and truly believes in “People Helping People.” Each of the 115 North Carolina Local Education Agencies (“LEAs”)/School Districts will receive a minimum of one scholarship for a senior to attend one of the 16 constituent campuses of the University of North Carolina System.

Although the SECU Foundation Scholarship program recognizes academic achievement, the People

Helping People Scholarship has a much broader purpose - recognizing leadership, integrity, and community involvement.

The SECU Foundation People Helping People Scholarship is only available to graduating public high

school seniors who are either current members of State Employees’ Credit Union (“SECU”) or the

child of a parent/guardian who is a member of SECU at the time of application. Membership eligibility does not include Local Government Federal Credit Union or NC Press Association Credit Union members. Preference will be given to students whose parents or guardians and family members are public sector employees (state, local or federal government; public health; public education) who live and work in North Carolina. Additionally, preference will be given to those majoring in public service degree programs (such as Public Health, Education, Public Administration, and Public Policy).

While not a requirement, identification of a financial need, as determined by submission of a Free

Application for Federal student Aid (FAFSA), will be taken into consideration by the selection

committee. Scholarship recipients in good academic standing will be able to receive the scholarship up to a maximum of eight (8) consecutive semesters at the same university.

On behalf of the Person County Chi Chapter of Alpha Delta Kappa, we are pleased to share our organization’s scholarship application. Please share this opportunity with female students who are interested in pursuing a career in education.

All requirements and details are included in the attached application. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact the chapter scholarship chair, Sister Dorothy Yates, at 336-583-6815.

Scholarship application submission deadline: April 1, 2026

Thank you,
Dorothy Yates, Chair
Judy Bradsher, Scholarship Committee Member
Anne Nelson, Scholarship Committee Member

Transcript Requests

To request transcripts:

• Complete the PCS Virtual Academy Transcript Request Form.
• List all the schools you’re applying to at the bottom of the form and submit one form for all schools, rather than separate forms for each.
• For Piedmont Community College transcripts, please use their Transcript Request Form as well.

NC College Connect is a groundbreaking initiative offering direct college admission to eligible high school seniors across the state for the 2025–2026 school year! Open to public high school seniors with a weighted GPA of 2.8 or higher who meet course requirements, students will be matched with colleges where they already qualify — no traditional application needed.

The program now includes more UNC System schools, NC Independent Colleges and Universities and NC Community Colleges. Students are directly admitted and can accept offers by completing a short form on CFNC.org.

WHO IS ELIGIBLE

Eligible students are high school seniors who:

• Had a weighted GPA of 2.8 or above at the end of their junior year (and can maintain that GPA throughout their senior year)
• Meet state graduation requirements
• Meet UNC System minimum requirements
• Maintain safety eligibility

Apply to college for the first time or transfer to complete your degree. Navigate your entire college application journey with Common App.

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There is a fee of $65.00 which must be paid to PCSNC before registering for the Driver Education course. Ms. Petty, the secretary with PHS, is the contact for your driver eligibility certificate.

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ALL CLASSES FULL- Registration is Closed

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Please review the PCS Gazette for district policies and procedures related to communication, inclement weather, student promotion and accountability, parent and student rights, non-discrimination rights, volunteering, the PCS Code of Conduct, dress code, release of student information, administering medication, bus safety rules and regulations, child nutrition, and more!

2025-2026 Calendar (English)
2025-2026 Calendar (Spanish)

Piedmont Community College Calendar

NCSSM Connect Calendar

We align with the traditional school calendar with PCS; the first day for students is Monday, August 18, 2025. PCSVA utilizes the Google Workspace platform where teachers will instruct using both Google Meet and Google Classroom. Students enrolled in grades 9-12 also participate in courses through NC Schools of Science and Math. Courses for students who are enrolled at PCC will begin on Monday, August 18, 2025. PCSVA courses are asynchronous on Wednesdays.

Our program is designed to focus on effectively providing a high-quality, virtual learning environment for all students and we ask that families commit to being enrolled for the entire school year. Student engagement is critical in the virtual learning environment; therefore, students will be expected to keep their cameras on during synchronous (live) instruction with their teachers and peers. Attendance will be taken based on this policy. There will also be opportunities daily for students to work asynchronously and having parent/family support is strongly encouraged.

While we are able to instruct our students virtually, all district and state-mandated assessments will need to be conducted in person onsite at our location. Assessment schedules and detailed instructions will be provided in advance of each district and state-mandated assessment for 6-12 students.

Email: duncant@person.k12.nc.us
Website: https://www.pcsnc.org/Page/1017
Location: 1010 Ridge Road, Roxboro, NC, USA
Phone: 336-599-1089