Night Out with Mom!
Thursday, Nov. 6th from 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
Don't forget to sign up.
Thursday, Nov. 6th from 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
Don't forget to sign up.
Pikeville Independent Schools’ FOOD DRIVE begins tomorrow!
Each day, Nov 3–7, we’ll collect specific items to help support our Panthers in need.
Every donation makes a difference! 💛
Sponsored by Pikeville FRYSC & JAG.
Dear Families and Community Partners,
As we move into the holiday season, our Family Resource & Youth Services Center (FRYSC) is reaching out to invite your continued support for our students and families. Each year, your generosity helps ensure children in our community have the essentials they need — from clothing and school supplies to a little extra joy during Christmas.
🎄 Sponsor a Child for Christmas
We’re currently organizing our annual holiday assistance program. Sponsors are paired with a child or family and provided with a wish list of items or sizes. This support makes a huge difference in helping every child experience the joy of the season.
🤝 Support Throughout the Year
Beyond the holidays, FRYSC assists families with food, hygiene items, clothing, and other needs that arise throughout the school year. You can choose to make a one-time donation or commit to sponsoring ongoing needs.
If you would like to participate, please fill out the Google Form linked here. We’ll reach out to share the details on how you can help.
Thank you for being a part of our Panther family and for helping us make a difference in the lives of our students all year long.
Good afternoon! As of 2:02pm today, the power was restored at PES. We have tested all of our systems and everything is working properly. As a result, Pikeville Independent Schools WILL be in session on Friday, October 31st. We are excited to see our students and staff back. We hope everyone has a safe and awesome trick or treat! See you tomorrow Panthers!
Good morning! After meeting with Kentucky Power, a full replacement of the pole will be required and will be a job that will take the majority of the day. Power cannot be restored until that time. As a result, Pikeville Independent Schools will be closed today, Thursday, October 30th. Thank you for your patience and understanding. I hope you have a blessed day!
Sign up now for Holiday Assistance! Click here for more details.
If you have any questions, please contact Amanda Hartsock at amanda.hartsock@pikeville.kyschools.us.
The Book Fair is just days away! The Fair encourages students to read AND raises funds for our school. The easiest way for kids to shop the Fair is by creating and funding your child’s eWallet. No more worrying about cash, and their balances show right on the register. Visit our school homepage to get started: https://scholastic.com/bf/pikevilleelementaryschool
Join us for Red Ribbon Week beginning Monday, October 27th!!
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RED RIBBON WEEK is Celebrated Annually October 23-31.
Red Ribbon Week highlights the importance of living a drug-free life. It presents an opportunity for parents, educators, and communities to reinforce the drug-free messages they share with their children throughout the year. During Red Ribbon Week, youth and adults around the nation pledge to increase their knowledge by learning more about the destructive effects of drug abuse, including prescription drug misuse, and renew their commitment to live a healthy, drug-free lifestyle. (https://www.dea.gov/redribbon)
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RED RIBBON WEEK is Celebrated Annually October 23-31.
Red Ribbon Week highlights the importance of living a drug-free life. It presents an opportunity for parents, educators, and communities to reinforce the drug-free messages they share with their children throughout the year. During Red Ribbon Week, youth and adults around the nation pledge to increase their knowledge by learning more about the destructive effects of drug abuse, including prescription drug misuse, and renew their commitment to live a healthy, drug-free lifestyle. (https://www.dea.gov/redribbon)
ARCHERY BOOSTER MEETING: There will be a Booster meeting Tuesday, October 14th at 7:00pm in the PHS JAG room. There will also be sign-ups and a parent meeting at 7:30pm following the Booster meeting.
Sign up now for Holiday Assistance! Click here for more details.
If you have any questions please contact Amanda Hartsock at amanda.hartsock@pikeville.kyschools.us
Pikeville Ind set to host Family Tech Night focused on cybersafety, parents' guide to artificial intelligence, fun math and tech activities for students Grades K-12th, plus much more! Join us Oct 27th. 5:30-7:30pm. Dinner? Food trucks will be onsite 5-7! Scholastic Book Fair open 6:30-7:30!
Good Evening Panther Families!! Hope everyone has enjoyed a well-deserved, restful Fall Break!! Attached are our activities and events for the month of October in addition to our upcoming Homecoming 2025 theme days that takes place October 13th-17th! Go Panthers!!
Good evening Panther Families! We just wanted to remind you that Fall Break is tomorrow (10/2) and Friday (10/3). We hope you enjoy the break and we look forward to being back together on Monday. I hope you have a blessed and great weekend!
Pikeville Ind Schools Nutrition & Food Services shares information that Pikeville Elementary School has received the federal Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Program Grant (FFVP) funded and regulated by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA). Also the Pikeville Independent School District will be participating in the National School Lunch Program and the School Breakfast Program for the 2025-2026 school year.
Good afternoon! For today's afternoon bus run only, due to the closure of Main Street, PES students who ride bus 232 to Main Street will be dropped to their parent at the corner of Main and Huffman (Methodist Church), the corner of Pike and Main (New Courthouse) or the corner of Scott and Main (City Hall).
🚨 SAVE THE DATE! 🚨
Parents & community—join us for a powerful presentation by Michael DeLeon, founder of Steered Straight.
📍 Pike Co. Central High School
📅 Tuesday, October 7, 2025
⏰ 6:00 PM
✅ Learn how substance use impacts youth
✅ Gain tools to recognize warning signs
✅ Take steps for early prevention
RSVP today by scanning the QR code on the flyer!
Parents & community—join us for a powerful presentation by Michael DeLeon, founder of Steered Straight.
📍 Pike Co. Central High School
📅 Tuesday, October 7, 2025
⏰ 6:00 PM
✅ Learn how substance use impacts youth
✅ Gain tools to recognize warning signs
✅ Take steps for early prevention
RSVP today by scanning the QR code on the flyer!
Good afternoon! In the interest of full transparency and to assure that all information shared is accurate, we wanted to share details of a statement that was made late in the school day. A student at Pikeville High School made a threatening statement that was immediately reported to administration. The student was quickly and immediately placed in the care of the administration and the SRO as the situation was investigated. There were NO weapons in the student's possession and at no time was any student in danger.
I appreciate the quick work by our administration, Officer Merlo and the Pikeville Police who joined us in the investigation and addressing the situation. Each of them addressed the situation perfectly per protocol, and have continued to address it accordingly.
Thank you for the trust you place in us to always keep your children safe and we hope you always know that the safety of your children is our top priority. Again, at no time were any students in danger. We felt it important to share this information to assure that any concern was lifted based upon discussion of the situation. We hope you have blessed day!
Powerful teaching and high expectations always mean powerful learning at PES! Today, our sixth grade students are exploring the theme of resilience through an article and poem about the 9/11 Survivor Tree. Their thoughtful discussions showed how high expectations and strong teaching inspire students to think deeply and connect to stories of hope and strength. A huge thank you to Bethany Coleman for being such an amazing teacher who always takes our students to the next level! Our teachers are the very best!!! #ResilientPanthers #HighExpectations #NeverForget
Please join us today as we remember and honor the life of James “Buford” Williamson. In 1967, Mr. Williamson joined the Panther Family as Director of Pupil Personnel (DPP) and quickly became a respected and valued administrator in the Pikeville Independent School System. You could often find him walking the halls of both schools to check on students or standing at the bus drop-off early in the morning to ensure all students were present and ready to learn. If you weren't there, he'd be calling or knocking on your door to pick you up in his own car to bring you to school. Mr. Williamson understood the value of education, and he understood the value of new experiences. He would always encourage each school to plan field trips to many different places throughout Kentucky. He loved to see our students experience new things and never missed being with them on every summer school trip. It was evident that he held a deep love for children. He not only led with a smile, but he also led by example, which helped to create a culture of compassion and high expectations that continues to define our school today. Through 35 years of dedication in education, he shaped the lives of countless students, fellow educators, and families and left a lasting impression. The example set by him continues to inspire and reminds us that great schools are built by people with great hearts. Thank you, Mr. Williamson, for the part you played in shaping the Pikeville Independent School System. You will forever be part of our story!
