The Tiger Times

September 13, 2024 | Welcome back to another edition of the Tiger Times!

Staying informed is paramount, especially in the wide world of education. That's why we are thrilled to bring you The Tiger Times, your exclusive gateway to all things PCI! As your dedicated source for school updates and news, The Tiger Times is here to keep you in the loop with the latest happenings, events, and opportunities at The Promise Career Institute. We’ve got you covered!

Stay connected, stay informed, and stay ahead with The Tiger Times – because at The Promise Career Institute, your success is our priority!

Westlakes HS Bus AM bus number has changed to 4866 and the new AM pickup time is 8:10 am and PM drop-off time is now 3:50 pm.

FCS will be providing transportation for our magnet students! The PCI Magnet Bus will depart from and return to each magnet student’s zoned school.

To ensure a smooth and efficient transportation experience, PCI students should be dropped off at their zoned school on time to catch the PCI bus. Parents are also asked to pick up their students from the same location after the PCI bus drops them off.

Below, you’ll find the departure and drop-off times for the PCI Magnet Bus. We’re excited to support our magnet students and ensure they have a great experience!

Thank you for joining us for Curriculum Night and the Title I Informational session. We are deeply grateful for your continued support and look forward to maintaining an open exchange of resources and communication. As always, we are committed to delivering outstanding customer service through innovation and consistency.

For those who were unable to attend, no worries! Please review the attached slideshow, which includes important information about Parent Rights, along with opportunities to collaborate in creating our School Compact and Family Engagement Plan. We've also included a Parent Cheat Sheet to help you easily sign up for access to view your child's assignments, attendance, and messaging at any time; how to register for Canvas and Infinite Campus if you have not already done so.

Lastly, we encourage you to provide feedback by completing the Annual Title I Survey, as your input is crucial in helping us provide relevant and timely information that benefits our scholars.

As we move forward with meetings and events, we kindly ask all stakeholders to complete the Meeting Times Survey, which will help us plan and schedule meetings at times that are convenient for everyone. If you still need to schedule a parent conference, please use the link provided below.

Thank you again for your partnership in supporting our students' success!

Meeting Time Survey: https://forms.office.com/r/HjQ3X6EHrE

Parent Conference Sign-Up Link: https://forms.office.com/r/mr9E9hTS7d

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 provides all of the lesson content, videos, and more. Parents can access this online program by creating their own Rethink Ed Parent Account or through your student’s ReThink Ed Student Account via ClassLink. To access your student’s account, log into ClassLink using your student’s login information and then click on the ReThink Ed app!

Take advantage of the hundreds of free resources the public library offers by signing up for a free card. The College Park Public Library will be at Curriculum Night to sign up patrons. You can also get more information by visiting the PCI media center. Follow @pci.mediacenter on Instagram for more information about public and school library events.

Christopher Morgan Anderson is the Health and PE teacher at PCI. A proud product of Fulton County Schools, Christopher graduated from Banneker High School and earned his B.S. degree in Athletic Coaching Education from the School of Physical Education at West Virginia University. With 13 years of teaching experience in Fulton County, he is passionate about impacting the lives of his students through education. Christopher's professional interests include continuing to grow as an educator and making a difference in the lives of young people, both in the classroom and through athletics. In his free time, he enjoys spending time with his family, being active in his church, participating in athletics, and working with classic cars.

Courtney Taylor is a dedicated educator at PCI, where she teaches 9th Grade Literature and 10th/11th Grade American Literature. Originally from Orlando, Florida, Courtney brings 20 years of experience in education to the classroom. Her diverse background includes roles in Instructional Coaching, Counseling, AVID, TAG, and IB programs. Outside of work, Courtney enjoys traveling, decorating, and exploring new restaurants. A passionate baker, Courtney also holds a culinary degree in baking and pastry. With a strong commitment to student learning, Courtney is eager to share her knowledge and enthusiasm with students and is excited to see what this year will bring.

The Fulton County Schools Code of Conduct is now ready for parents to review and sign in Infinite Campus. Parents can complete their digital attestation through the Parent Portal by accessing the documents tagged "NEEDS ATTENTION."

Here is a (link) with instructions on how to complete the Acknowledgment of Receipt Form. All parents and students (over 10 years old) MUST sign this form found within their INFINITE CAMPUS PARENT/STUDENT PORTAL ACCOUNT.

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.