PTHS Guidance Department

08/19/2026

Attention PTHS Class of 2027! There will be a counselor from Murray State University in the library on September 22nd during 3rd period. If you complete the admissions application on this day, your application fee will be waived! Take advantage of this opportunity if you think there is a chance you might attend MSU in the fall. Send Ms. Newsome a TEAMS message if you would like to be included in this meeting.

08/19/2026

Attention PTHS Class of 2027! There will be a counselor from the Savannah College of Art and Design in the library on August 31st during 3rd period. If you are interested in learning more about this university, send Ms. Newsome a TEAMS message.

08/17/2026

Mark your calendars!

07/28/2026

07/28/2026

Attention Class of 2027 - if you are planning to participate in the co-op program this school year, please plan on attending the mandatory meeting scheduled for Thursday, August 6th. We will meet at 12:00 p.m. in the blue room. I can provide an excuse for your employer if needed.

07/28/2026

Attention seniors planning on taking a Dual Credit class this year! There is a mandatory meeting scheduled for Thursday, August 6th at 10:00 a.m. We will meet in Mr. Morse's room ( #111).
Students are required to have met SAT or ACT benchmarks and have a 3.0 GPA or higher before taking a dual credit class.

05/14/2026

Please check your students grades on Infinite Campus or contact the teacher to determine if they need to attend summer school.

05/04/2026

End of Year Schedule for the Class of 2026

Tuesday, 5/5 Honors Night – 6:00 p.m. (Seniors arrive by
5:40 p.m.)
Wednesday, 5/6 Senior Finals for Periods 2,4,6
Thursday, 5/7 Senior Finals for Periods 1,3,5,7
Friday, 5/8 Cap and Gown Pick Up in the Auditorium,
11:00 – 12:00 p.m.
Friday, 5/8 Elementary and Middle School
Walkthroughs, 12:00 – 2:00 p.m.
Monday, 5/11 Return computer, charger, case, and pay
fees, 10:00 – 12:00 p.m.
Tuesday, 5/12 Senior Breakfast – 8:00 – 9:30 a.m.
Wednesday, 5/13 Senior Signing Day in the Gym Lobby,
12:00 – 2:00 p.m.
Thursday, 5/14 Senior Trip to Holiday World – Leaves
PTHS at 5:30 a.m.
*link to purchase tickets- https://paducahky.schoolcashonline.com/
Friday, 5/15 Graduation Practice – 12:30 p.m.
Saturday, 5/16 Graduation Ceremony – 11:00 a.m.
*Seniors meet in the auditorium at 9:30 a.m.

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04/21/2026

Parents - you will receive a talking points message from Ms. Newsome if your child will be recognized at Honors Night.