Pulaski County Public Schools acknowledges that systemic and institutional inequities, especially in matters of race, remain significant barriers for people and communities working to reach their full potential. We are committed to the principles of equity by requiring non-biased, fair, and non-discriminatory actions, decisions, and treatment of all people who interact with the school system. Our schools will provide an environment that respects every individual regardless of race, gender, intellectual & physical abilities, sexual orientation, religion, socioeconomic status, physical appearance, gender expression, family configuration, ethnicity, age, and the language spoken in their homes.
PCPS Meal Distribution Update
In-person students will be provided breakfast and lunch at school on the days they are designated to attend. For these same students, take home meals will be provided for days they learn at home.
Wednesday's - beginning January 6th, 2021 from 1:00 - 2:00 pm and until further notice
Pulaski County Public Schools has confirmed one positive Covid diagnosis of a student at Dublin Elementary School. The last day that this individual was present was Friday, November 6, 2020. It has been determined that proper mitigation strategies were followed in the areas where the student was present. The school has been thoroughly cleaned and classes will continue as scheduled. PCPS will continue to work with the New River Health District throughout their processes for investigating and contact tracing positive cases.
Notice to Students & Families- The Pulaski County School Board is committed to maintaining 4 full days of face-to-face instruction each week for as long as safely possible. As the number of Covid cases in Southwest Virginia continues to increase, it is more essential than ever that our students' families become diligent in practicing the recommended mitigation strategies and follow the guidance for quarantining when there is a positive test or possible exposure. The level of adherence to the VDH/CDC guidelines within our schools has thus far been impressive and is the primary reason that we have been able to offer more in-person instruction this year than any other school division in the New River Valley. However, there also seems to be an increased lack of adherence to Covid mitigation strategies within our community as evidenced by the recent dramatic increases in Pulaski County's number of positive cases. It is only by taking the steps necessary to protect each other that we will be able to weather this current storm without having to disrupt the incredible progress that we're making inside of our classrooms. PCPS will continue to closely monitor the data within our community but stands ready to make changes to our instructional program to protect our students, employees, and families if our number of positive cases continues to trend upward.
PCPS COVID-19 Announcement
Pulaski County Public Schools has confirmed one positive Covid diagnosis of an employee at Pulaski County High School. The last day that this individual was present was Monday, October 19, 2020. It has been determined that proper mitigation strategies were followed in the areas where the employee was present. The school has been thoroughly cleaned and classes have remained on schedule. Pulaski County Public Schools will continue to work with the New River Health District throughout their processes for investigating and contact tracing positive cases.
PCPS COVID-19 Announcement
Pulaski County Public Schools has received a report that a number of student athletes participated in an event over the weekend where they may have been exposed to a person who has received a positive Covid test. It could not be confirmed that all involved practiced the required mitigation strategies of physical distancing and wearing a mask. We have consulted with the New River Health District and determined that all students, who were present at this event, will need to quarantine for 14 days. The decision to quarantine is a precautionary measure as it is believed that the risk of transmission at this event was very low. Pulaski County Public Schools has also cancelled all after school conditioning and training this week for student athletes. This time will be use to sanitize the indoor practice areas and train coaches on the most up to date mitigation standards and practices.
