PCHS Updates

PCHS Community,

As we close another school year, we do so feeling incredibly grateful. Thank you for the trust you place in us each day. As parents, guardians, and caregivers, you send us the people who matter most to you, and we never lose sight of the responsibility that comes with that.

One of the greatest privileges of this work is having the opportunity to watch students grow, not just academically, but as people. Over the course of a year, we see them take risks, overcome challenges, discover new interests, build friendships, and continue figuring out who they are and who they want to become. Being part of that journey is both humbling and inspiring.

As we celebrate the accomplishments of this year, we also want to recognize an important transition within our school community. After three years of dedicated service to PCHS and a career spent supporting students, Mr. Frank McMurray is retiring. We are grateful for the care, leadership, and commitment he has brought to our students, staff, and families as the Assistant Principal of PCHS and Principal of The Link Alternative High School. We wish Mr. McMurray all the best in this well-earned next chapter. At the same time, we are excited to welcome Mr. Daniel Ferreira as our new Assistant Principal. He will officially join us later this summer, and we look forward to introducing him more fully in the months ahead and welcoming him to the PCHS community.

To our returning families, thank you for your partnership and support throughout the year. To our incoming Class of 2030 and their families, welcome to PCHS! We are excited to have you join our school community and look forward to getting to know you in the years ahead.

While summer offers a well-deserved opportunity to rest, recharge, and make memories, please know that we are here if you need us. We are already looking forward to welcoming our students back in August for another year of learning, growth, connection, and opportunity.

Have a wonderful summer!

Mrs. McBride

This year, PCHS says goodbye to three remarkable educators whose impact on our students, staff, and community will be felt long after they leave our halls.

Mrs. Mary Bogardus became a lifeline for students and colleagues alike. Whether through her steady presence in the Pirate Union, her support of those around her, or her commitment to lifelong learning, Mary consistently made our school a better place. She leaves behind a strong foundation in the Pirate Union and countless people who are grateful for her care and wisdom.

Mr. Frank McMurray spent the final three years of his distinguished career with us, and we are better because of it. Frank has an uncanny ability to connect with people, making students, staff, and families feel seen and valued. His leadership, mentorship, sense of humor, and love for life have left a lasting mark on our school community.

Mr. Tom Hermann has served Pinckney Community Schools since 1999 and leaves behind a true legacy. A beloved teacher, innovative thinker, and champion for meaningful mathematics education, Tom created learning experiences students still talk about years later. Whether launching new course pathways, riding his gravel bike to demonstrate a mathematical concept, or celebrating a student's "light bulb moment" with a loud horn, Tom made learning memorable, relevant, and uniquely his own.

Together, Mary, Frank, and Tom represent decades of service, dedication, and care for students. We thank them for all they have given to PCHS and wish them nothing but happiness in the adventures ahead.

2nd Semester report cards will be viewable in MiStar on Friday, June 12.

June 8-26 - 8:00am-2:00pm

June 29-July 24 - Closed

(visit PCS District Office or email Mrs. McBride at jmcbride@pinckneypirates.org if you need us!)

July 27-August 21 - 8:00am-2:00pm

Tune in here!

To access the professional photos that were taken of your graduate on graduation day, please complete this form!

https://www.gradphotonetwork.com/QPPlus/register/primary/event/2089/27264598

Transcripts will be available in mid-June and can be sent to students' postsecondary institution via Parchment.com once they are ready.

Please contact Leah Barkoff with questions: lbarkoff@pinckneypirates.org

If your student registered to attempt to test out of one or more PCHS courses in August, and requested study materials to support preparation, study materials can be picked up from Monday, June 8-Friday, June 26 in the PCHS Main office, between 8 a.m. and 2 p.m.

The test-out administration will be on Wednesday, August 12 at 10:00 AM. Students are to report to the PCHS Main Office for direction to the test-out location. If your student has a conflict (such as Band Camp), we will post an alternate date and time for either Monday, August 17 or Tuesday, August 18.

If your student has changed their mind about attempting to test-out of a course, please let Mrs. McBride know so we can update our registration list (jmcbride@pinckneypirates.org).

Your child will have access to IXL, the award-winning online learning program, all summer! With thousands of interactive skills, IXL is a fun way for your child to keep their momentum going and prevent learning loss over the summer break.

DID YOU KNOW?

Studies have found that students lose 1-2 months of math and reading skills over the summer, but a few minutes per week on IXL can help them stay on track!

Check out the pdfs below for how to get started!

Student medication(s) must be picked up by Friday, June 12th.

All medication(s) must be picked up by a parent/guardian on file.

Any medication not picked up will be discarded.

Please save the following dates:

• Tuesday, August 11, from 9AM-Noon - 11th & 12th Grade Registration
• Wednesday, August 12, from 9AM-Noon - 9th & 10th Grade Registration

During registration, students and families can expect to:

• have their school picture taken and school ID created
• learn about various clubs at PCHS and consider joining
• pay any outstanding fines, if applicable
• visit with the athletic office
• meet our PTO and consider joining
• receive a hard copy of your class schedule and locker assignment/combination
• explore the building, practice opening your locker (and decorate it if you want!), and walk your schedule

Parents/Guardians - Keep your eyes out for an email in early August with guidance to complete the ONLINE back-to-school registration process via MiStar ParentConnect, which is a required step before engaging in registration activities.

If your student is in danger of failing or has failed a core class, please review the attached information carefully:

• 2026 Summer School Credit Recovery Info.
• Summer School Registration Form
• PCHS Online Learning Acknowledgment and Consent Form

Summer School Credit Recovery is the best way to ensure your student stays on track for graduation. Completing courses over the summer allows students to begin the next school year with a fresh start. Students who successfully complete their summer courses will earn a letter grade, which will be reflected on their high school transcript, calculated into their GPA, and will replace the original failing grade.

Summer school information can also be found on the high school website.

Our 26-27 Link Crew Leaders can expect a postcard in the mail in early August reminding them of our August training days, which are Monday and Tuesday, August 17-18 in the Pirate Union. We look forward to working with this awesome group of student leaders to prepare to bring our 9th graders into how we do things at PCHS through our Freshman Orientation experience on the first day of school.

Save the Date!

First Day of School: Monday, August 24

Half Day Schedule - 7:30am-10:55am

*9th Graders attend a student-led orientation all day and no classes.*

Next Meeting: August 18 at 6pm in the Pirate Union.

Previous Meeting Minutes: 5/19/26

Recent Activity:

• Lots and lots of Teacher Appreciation Week activities! Taco Bar, gift cards, coffee truck.
• NWEA Growth Goodies

Upcoming Activities:

• Senior Parking Spot Painting Collaboration w/ Student Government

25-26 PTO Board:

• President: Mandie Morgan
• VP: Amanda Winningham
• Secretary: Bill Wearne
• Treasurer: Nicole Watson
• Event Coordinator: Michelle Neuman

Every week, students and staff have the opportunity to nominate a peer and PCHS staff member for recognition in the school, and for the student, recognition in The Livingston Daily. Nominations are based on how fellow Pirates are demonstrating the character strengths we prioritize in Pinckney Community Schools. Our Leadership & Link Crew class reviews nominations and selects each week's honorees. Enjoy learning about our excellent Pirates!!

Our Leadership Class highlights a different freshman each week on the building TVs, and we want to start sharing them with you too! This has been a great way to meet our 9th graders and learn about how awesome they are.

No Seminar - Half Day w/ Exams!

Across the month of May, we will capitalize on opportunities to put the character strength of TEAMWORK to work as a school community, during Seminar, class time, and in the day-to-day of our building. Take advantage of opportunities to touch upon this strength at home! In the image below, you can see the rationale for why the Leadership Class selected this strength to be the focus at this time in our school year.

Want to engage with this character strength at home? Check out this family resource page: https://posproject.org/p2-for-families/9-12/teamwork/ You’ll find a quote, video, and questions to help you and your children discuss The Positivity Project’s character strength of teamwork.

This is the protocol we follow as we monitor student attendance and engage in targeted interventions.

Back 'atcha in August!

• June 5: Last Day of School - Half Day (ends @ 10:55am)
• August 11: 11th & 12th Registration, 9:00AM-Noon
• August 12: 9th & 10th Registration, 9:00AM-Noon
• August 12: Test Out Administration, 10:00AM
• August 24: First Day of 2025-26 School Year! Half Day, 7:30-10:55AM

Get your tickets to any and all games here!

https://gofan.co/app/school/MI10053

Follow along for all athletic tryouts, registration, schedules, and updates at https://pinckneyathletics.bigteams.com/

Looking for Pirate Athletics gear?

https://sideline.bsnsports.com/schools/michigan/pinckney/pinckney-high-school

Looking for Pinckney Community Education programs?

https://pinckney.ce.eleyo.com/

Counseling Office: (810) 225.5603

Counseling Website: https://www.pinckneypirates.org/o/pchs (Select the Counseling drop-down menu.)

Counseling Secretary

Mrs. Leah Barkoff

lbarkoff@pinckneypirates.org

810.225.5603, fax 810.225.5610

School Counselors

Ms. Amy Robinson MA, LLPC, SCL
School Counselor (Last Names: A-Le)
arobinson@pinckneypirates.org

Ms. Nicole Braun MA, SCL
School Counselor (Last Names: Lf-Z)
nbraun@pinckneypirates.org

PCHS Mental Health Specialists

Ms. Lynn Watkins, MA, LPC, SCL, NCC
Social/Emotional Mental Health Specialist
lwatkins@pinckneypirates.org
810.225.5607

Learn more about Ms. Watkins and 31n mental health services provided through LESA here.

Mrs. Sandra Parker
Social Worker Project SUCCESS Counselor, Youth-Led Prevention Facilitator, and Community Outreach Coordinator
sparker@pinckneypirates.org
810.225.6534

Explore relevant resources for planning career, college, and financial aid/scholarship next steps by checking our Pirate Path Calendar!

Overwhelmed by the college-search process? U.S. News & World Report has given our school community access to a free resource – the digital edition of its Best Colleges 2026 Guidebook. This book features profiles of more than 1,600 colleges, a variety of college rankings, and advice articles for every step of the process, from entrance exams to financial aid. Just click here to access the entire book, free of charge.

Through school, family, and community connections, the PCHS Career Development Program empowers students to discover and develop meaningful career paths, ensuring they are prepared to step into the next chapter of their lives with confidence.

There are hundreds of jobs available right now in Livingston County (www.mitalent.org). Check them out by filtering the search at www.mitalent.org.

Michigan Works! Southeast is open to the public and Creating Connections to a Better Future!

What we offer our Employers:

• Qualified Talent – we help employers fill thousands of positions each year!
• Grant Opportunities – Offset the cost to expand and train your workforce; call us to learn how!
• Corporate Assistance Program – Navigate financial hardship with expert consulting.
• Free Job Posting – Share job opportunities for free with MiTalent. We can even post for you!

To learn more about Michigan Works! Southeast, please visit: https://www.mwse.org/

Another new resource put together by our counseling office, this document includes links to a wealth of information about grief and loss, including understanding common phases of grief and loss, and where to find support.

Pinckney Community High School is hiring!

https://pinckneypirates.tedk12.com/hire/index.aspx

If you are passionate about creating a learning and work environment where every student and adult feels connected to one another, empowered to lead, and prepared to do whatever they want to do next, join us!

Feel free to share employment opportunities with us, and we will place them here for future newsletters!

Follow along for all the latest news, written by PCHS students! https://www.pchsmedia.org/

Follow us on:

• Instagram at @pinckneyhighschool
• Facebook at Pinckney Community High School.

• Full-Day Schedule: 7:30am-2:30pm
• Half-Day Schedule: 7:30am-10:55am
• Friday Early Release Schedule: 7:30am-1:09pm
• Building Hours: 7:00am-3:00pm (Need to pick up your child's cell phone? Must arrive by 3pm!)
• PCHS is a closed campus. Only those approved to leave the building (i.e. for CTE, Dual Enrollment, Co-Op) may exit the building during school hours, and only through the South entrance. This is in service of ensuring all students are safely where they should be!
• If running late to school, students need to park in the Main Entrance lot (South side) in order to sign in at the Main Office. The North doors will be locked after 7:45am.
• Students are required to have a parking pass if parking in the PCHS lot during the school day. Make sure you've paid for your pass in the Main Office!
• PCS Secondary Student Handbook
• PCS Transportation Code of Conduct
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Email: jmcbride@pinckneypirates.org
Website: www.pinckneypirates.org
Location: 10255 Dexter-Pinckney Road, Pinckney, MI, USA
Phone: 8102255500
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