Petersburg City Public Schools

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Please see an update on today’s safety incident. https://t.co/Spy5NZAy2T

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The Petersburg Bureau of Police has confirmed that it is safe for us to lift the school lockdown at PHS. Students may be picked up from the school in the Homestead parking lot. Please bring your identification in order to pick up your child. We will provide more information soon.

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The lockdown at VJMS has been lifted and VJMS students are being dismissed. PHS remains on lockdown but we will provide an update shortly for students and staff who are on campus. We appreciate your patience.

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The lockdown at VJMS has been lifted. All students and staff are safe. Student dismissal will take longer than usual to ensure student safety. We will provide an update regarding Petersburg High as soon as possible.

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Vernon Johns MS and Petersburg High School are on lockdown due to a safety issue and police investigation near Petersburg High. All students and staff are safe. Transportation for elementary students may be delayed due to police activity in the area. We will provide an update.

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We thank our parents for their support. This was our honor night. Congratulations to all of our students.#HonorNight #ParentalInvolvement #CrimsonWave❤️💛

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✨ Exciting official PCPS athletics announcement coming on Monday! ✨ 🎉

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Our Division's hardworking leader, Superintendent Yolonda Brown, now has her very own action figure! 🌟 Equipped with a cell phone, laptop, and a vision, she's ready to move PCPS forward! 😊✨ #YolondaInAction #ANewDayNewWay #TogetherPCPS

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🌹✨ Happy Passover from PCPS! Chag Sameach to all who observe! Wishing everyone celebrating a joyful holiday filled with love and togetherness. 🕊️

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✨ Celebrating Sikh Heritage Month! ✨ At PCPS, we honor the rich traditions and contributions of the Sikh community. Join us in celebrating the values of service and unity that define this vibrant heritage! 😊

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🌟 April is Autism Acceptance Month! At PCPS, we celebrate the unique strengths and talents of every student on the spectrum. 🌈 Let's foster a community of understanding, empathy, and inclusion.

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🌟 Happy National Assistant Principals Week! 🌟To all of our fantastic assistant principals at Petersburg City Public Schools, we appreciate your dedication and fervent commitment to our students. Your hard work does not go unnoticed. Thank you for all that you do! 😊✨

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🥪✨ Time for another update from our School Nutrition Department! Today, our students savored a Turkey Cubano with sriracha mayo, paired with crispy fries. 🍟 We're thrilled to see the positive changes in our lunch program—healthy meals that fuel learning & inspire smiles! 🍎🌟

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🌟 Get ready for the 2nd Annual Walk for Christ 3K on April 26 from 1 PM - 4 PM at Andrew J. White Football Stadium! In honor of Vernon S. Lee, Jr., let’s walk together to celebrate his legacy and reach the $5,000 goal! 👟✨ For questions, please email [email protected]

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🌟 Today was Career Day at Cool Spring Elementary, and what an inspiring day it was! Thank you to all the amazing professionals who took the time to share their journeys —from brave firefighters and dedicated nurses to inspiring athletes, police officers, and more! 🚒👮‍♂️🩺

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📚✨ Join us for the next session of F.E.U. on April 10 from 6 PM - 8 PM at Westview! 🌟 This engaging workshop, held in conjunction with Curriculum and Instruction, will focus on "Preparing for SOL Success." Click the link 🔗 to register! https://t.co/3uRX7atPah

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Da'Miree Hume-Murphy has emerged as the champion of the Pittman Academy Black Lives Matter Social Studies Fair! 😊 His insightful project showcased his dedication to social justice and inspired us all. Let's celebrate this remarkable achievement! 👏🏾

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📢 Attention PCPS Community! We value your input as we shape the future of our school calendars for 2025-26 and 2026-27! ✨ Click the link 🔗 or scan the QR code to help us create calendars that best serves our students and families. https://t.co/fue58o91JX

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🥞✨ What a remarkable morning at Lakemont Elementary School! Our Pancakes with the Principal event was a delightful success, bringing together students and families for delicious pancakes, lively conversations, and community bonding. 🌟 Thank you to everyone who joined us!