The Tiger Times

Greetings PCI Family:

I am excited to share wonderful news about our school’s performance on this year’s College and Career Ready Performance Index. The Promise Career Institute continues to set a high standard, and our recent results reflect the hard work, dedication, and commitment of our students, staff, and community.

Our school earned a 90.8 percent High School Score from the Governor’s Office of Student Achievement. This strong result highlights our overall performance across a range of academic and school‑quality measures and places PCI well above both district and state averages.

We are also pleased to report an 84.8 percent score in Content Mastery. This means that our students are meeting grade‑level expectations and building the academic foundation needed for long‑term success in college and career.

In Readiness, PCI earned an 84.6 percent score. This demonstrates that our students are actively involved in meaningful learning experiences that prepare them for the next grade level and for future opportunities beyond high school.

Perhaps most exciting, our students achieved a perfect 100 percent score in Student Progress. This significant accomplishment shows that our students demonstrated exceptional growth in both Mathematics and English Language Arts compared to peers across the state.

These achievements are a reflection of the collaborative spirit that defines The Promise Career Institute. Thank you for your continued support and for believing in the work we do every day to prepare students for bright and promising futures.

Together, we are fulfilling the promise.

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

Help Us Keep Our Promise

Our wonderful friends at Truist Bank understand the powerful impact that strong attendance has on student success. They have eagerly stepped in to support our attendance initiative, welcoming our scholars back on January 5th and again following the MLK holiday break.

Thank you Truist for being an outstanding partner and for consistently showing up for our students and community.

At PCI, our Career, Technical, and Agricultural Education (CTAE) program prepares our students for their post-high school journey, whether it’s college, starting a career, pursuing registered apprenticeships, or joining the military. This aligns with our mission of “Our Promise, Your Future.” The PCI pathway offerings are a result of strategic partnerships with industry and higher education, ensuring that our students acquire the essential skills required to excel in the future workforce. #CelebrateCTAE #CTAEDelivers

The Promise Career Tigers are reading and we would like to thank you, parents and community, for supporting literacy at our school! Please continue to encourage your child to read for pleasure every day and log their minutes in Beanstack to earn rewards.

Congratulations to our Top Readers for January 2026:

1. Fernanda Calderon

2. Njamatou Sallah

3. Nicole Humphries

April 17 at Elysium from 7-11 PM

Tickets are on sale now through GOFAN or you can give exact cash to Mrs. Anderson located in Room 117.

Prices start at $100

The first 20 people to purchase their ticket will receive a discount rate of $80.

Below you will find the rates for tickets:

January 9- February 28: $100

March 1- March 28: $125

Guest Policy

If you are planning on bringing a guest from PCI who is not a junior or senior or a someone form another school you must fill out a guest form and return it to the front office. The form must be signed by your guest's administrator if they attend another school. Once your guest form is reviewed, you will receive an email to your school email address sharing if your guest was approved or denied. Please wait until you receive an approval notice before you purchase your guest ticket, if they are not on the list, they will not enter the venue. Complete your guest forms as soon as possible to ensure you can purchase your ticket at the lowest rate.

We are pleased to announce the launch of Extended Learning beginning Tuesday, January 27, 2026. This program is designed to provide targeted, focused support to help students strengthen their skills and feel confident and prepared for upcoming assessments.

After-School Extended Learning will be offered for the following courses:

Literature & Composition II

Algebra Concepts and Connections

Biology

Schedule:

Tuesdays and Thursdays

3:45 p.m. – 4:45 p.m.

In addition, we will offer Saturday Tutorials for:

Algebra Concepts and Connections

Biology

Saturday Schedule:

8:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.

Extended Learning provides students with focused instruction, hands-on practice, and personalized feedback in a supportive environment. This is a wonderful opportunity for students to receive targeted support, close learning gaps, and build confidence.

We strongly encourage students to take advantage of this opportunity. If you have any questions or would like additional information, please feel free to reach out.

In partnership,

Latasha Simmons

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!

After submitting your photos see Ms. Mobley or Ms. Anderson for PBIS points!

After an extremely successful event last year, we are proud to bring this opportunity back for our students. The BBE provides students with the opportunity to showcase their own business whether they offer a product or a service, and gain real-world entrepreneurial experience. Students who are interested in participating should see Ms. Sanderson in Room 118 to receive important information regarding expectations and requirements.

We are thrilled to share an excellent mid-year opportunity for your students! Produce’d is currently accepting resumes for a paid Agriculture Technician Apprentice position. This role is perfect for high school students (16+) who are eager to learn, enjoy hands-on work, and have an interest in plants, sustainability, or science.

This role is ideal for high school students (16+) who:

• Enjoy helping others
• Are curious about plants, sustainability, science, or hands-on work
• Have a positive attitude and willingness to learn
• Are reliable—because people and plants count on you
• Can lift up to 20 lbs. and work on their feet

Application Instructions:
All resumes should be sent to IPteam@careerriseatlanta.org with the subject line: “Produce’d Applicant”

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.

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

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.