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September 17, 2025

School Market Information

Our School Market is free for all Putnam County students and families! Its pantry-style, so kids can choose the food items they enjoy, plus clothing and school supplies are available too. For question. . .

September 15, 2025

Student Safety Reminders

Student Safety Reminder As we get back into the routine of school drop-off and pick-up, we ask everyone to slow down, stay alert, and follow the procedures in place to keep our students safe. Mornin. . .

September 12, 2025

FAFSA Night: Save the Date!

Thinking about college? Join us for FAFSA Financial Aid Night on Monday, October 13th at 5:30 PM in the High School Library. Students and families will get hands-on help completing the FAFSA for. . .

September 12, 2025

Flu Shots

The Putnam County Health Department is offering FREE influenza (flu) vaccine to all students and staff at Putnam County R-I. They will be coming to school to administer the vaccine on Thursday, Octo. . .

September 4, 2025

September Menus 🍎2025

Welcome to September! We hope this finds you and your family doing well. As we settle into the school routine, heres a friendly reminder to check your students meal service balance . Keeping a po. . .

About Us

At the Putnam County R-I School District, our mission is to foster an enriching learning environment where students are equipped to embrace a dynamic world. We are dedicated to offering a comprehensive program of study that encompasses academic excellence, personal development, and artistic enrichment. Our district places a strong emphasis on nurturing character traits and problem-solving abilities, empowering our students to become lifelong learners who possess a profound sense of self-worth, self-respect, and self-discipline. Together, we strive to prepare our learners for the challenges of an ever-changing world while instilling a passion for continuous growth and a commitment to their own success and well-being.

 

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Parent-Teacher Conferences: October 16, 2025

Parent-Teacher Conferences

Join us for Parent-Teacher Conferences on October 16, 2025, from 1:30 pm - 6:00 pm.
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    Summer School Fun With Friends
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    Eating School Lunch With Friends
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    Bus Drivers Transport Our Future
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    Staff In Service Luncheon
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    Middle School Character Education
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    Elementary Physical Education

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Empowering Student Success

We are dedicated to providing a rigorous and comprehensive educational experience that challenges and nurtures the intellect of every student while preparing students for college or career pathways.

 

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Ensuring a Safe Learning Environment

We are committed to prioritizing school safety to provide a secure and nurturing atmosphere for students and staff.

 

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Building Strong Community Partnerships:

We embrace and encourage community involvement and work to maintain excellent communication with all stakeholders to foster collaboration and support for our students, staff, and community. This strong foundation helps create a skilled workforce, recruiting and retaining staff who share our vision for creating opportunities through quality education.

 

 

 

The Putnam County R-1 School District does not discriminate in its programs, services, activities, facilities, or employment with regards to race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, disability, age, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you feel as though you have been discriminated against in any manner, please contact the District's 504 Coordinator, Director of Special Services, Compliance Officer/Title IX Coordinator, or the Human Resources Director.