📖💙 Want to help your child become a stronger reader?
One of the easiest ways to build reading skills is by asking questions before, during, and after reading together. These conversations help children make predictions, think critically, build vocabulary, and better understand what they read.
Check out the graphic below for simple questions you can use during your family’s reading time. There are no wrong answers—just opportunities to talk, think, and learn together!
Just 15–20 minutes of reading each day can make a lasting impact on your child’s literacy growth.
#LiteracyMatters #FamilyEngagement #SummerReading #StrongerReaders #PaintsvilleProud #ReadTogether
One of the easiest ways to build reading skills is by asking questions before, during, and after reading together. These conversations help children make predictions, think critically, build vocabulary, and better understand what they read.
Check out the graphic below for simple questions you can use during your family’s reading time. There are no wrong answers—just opportunities to talk, think, and learn together!
Just 15–20 minutes of reading each day can make a lasting impact on your child’s literacy growth.
#LiteracyMatters #FamilyEngagement #SummerReading #StrongerReaders #PaintsvilleProud #ReadTogether
Investing in learning today to improve outcomes for students tomorrow!
PES teachers Tammie Matijasic and Frankie Puckett, along with PHS Guidance Counselor Tiffany Burchett, are attending the Reads to Succeed Conference in Louisville this week. This annual conference brings together educators from across Kentucky to explore evidence-based literacy practices, effective reading instruction, student engagement strategies, and the latest research designed to help all students become successful readers.
Through a variety of sessions and learning opportunities, these dedicated educators are gaining valuable knowledge and resources that will support literacy growth and student achievement in our schools.
We appreciate Mrs. Matijasic, Mrs. Puckett, and Ms. Burchett for their commitment to professional learning and their dedication to helping every student succeed!
📚✨ #ReadsToSucceed #ProfessionalLearning #StudentSuccess #ProudToLearn #PaintsvilleProud
PES teachers Tammie Matijasic and Frankie Puckett, along with PHS Guidance Counselor Tiffany Burchett, are attending the Reads to Succeed Conference in Louisville this week. This annual conference brings together educators from across Kentucky to explore evidence-based literacy practices, effective reading instruction, student engagement strategies, and the latest research designed to help all students become successful readers.
Through a variety of sessions and learning opportunities, these dedicated educators are gaining valuable knowledge and resources that will support literacy growth and student achievement in our schools.
We appreciate Mrs. Matijasic, Mrs. Puckett, and Ms. Burchett for their commitment to professional learning and their dedication to helping every student succeed!
📚✨ #ReadsToSucceed #ProfessionalLearning #StudentSuccess #ProudToLearn #PaintsvilleProud
Our teachers are making the most of their summer by continuing to learn, grow, and bring new ideas back to our students!
PES STEAM Teacher Caitlin Salyer and PES Band Instructor Cassie Hites are spending the week in Lexington attending KEDC’s Summer Conference: Stars, Stripes, and Strategy! Throughout the week, they are participating in five content-focused professional learning sessions each day, with many of the sessions featuring hands-on learning experiences.
Mrs. Salyer is pictured with brooms she created during one of the conference’s creative, interactive sessions. We are proud of these educators for investing their time and energy into professional growth that will ultimately benefit our students and school community.
Thank you, Mrs. Salyer and Mrs. Hites, for your commitment to lifelong learning and excellence in education! ⭐📚🎶
#PESProud #ProfessionalLearning #LifelongLearners #StarsStripesAndStrategy
PES STEAM Teacher Caitlin Salyer and PES Band Instructor Cassie Hites are spending the week in Lexington attending KEDC’s Summer Conference: Stars, Stripes, and Strategy! Throughout the week, they are participating in five content-focused professional learning sessions each day, with many of the sessions featuring hands-on learning experiences.
Mrs. Salyer is pictured with brooms she created during one of the conference’s creative, interactive sessions. We are proud of these educators for investing their time and energy into professional growth that will ultimately benefit our students and school community.
Thank you, Mrs. Salyer and Mrs. Hites, for your commitment to lifelong learning and excellence in education! ⭐📚🎶
#PESProud #ProfessionalLearning #LifelongLearners #StarsStripesAndStrategy
📢 Paintsville Independent Schools is proud to announce Mrs. Sherri Woods as the new Principal of Paintsville Elementary School! 🐯💙
Mrs. Woods brings nearly 30 years of experience in education, including the last 23 years serving the students, families, and staff of Paintsville Independent Schools. Throughout her distinguished career, she has taught 1st, 2nd, 4th, 5th, and 6th grades and has served in numerous leadership roles, including Instructional Coach/RTI Interventionist for grades K-9, District-Based Mentor for new teachers, KYCL Preschool Grant Manager/Liaison, Head Start Director, and Assistant Principal.
A lifelong advocate for children and education, Mrs. Woods is committed to academic excellence, building strong relationships, and creating a positive learning environment where every student can thrive.
Mrs. Woods and her husband, Terry, are proud residents of Paintsville. She enjoyed time spent with her family, including her son, Dustin Woods, a Paintsville graduate, his wife Emily, and their six wonderful grandchildren.
Please join us in congratulating Mrs. Sherri Woods on this well-deserved opportunity. We look forward to the leadership and dedication she will bring to Paintsville Elementary School as Principal!
#PaintsvilleProud #TigerNation #PaintsvilleElementary #LeadershipMatters
Mrs. Woods brings nearly 30 years of experience in education, including the last 23 years serving the students, families, and staff of Paintsville Independent Schools. Throughout her distinguished career, she has taught 1st, 2nd, 4th, 5th, and 6th grades and has served in numerous leadership roles, including Instructional Coach/RTI Interventionist for grades K-9, District-Based Mentor for new teachers, KYCL Preschool Grant Manager/Liaison, Head Start Director, and Assistant Principal.
A lifelong advocate for children and education, Mrs. Woods is committed to academic excellence, building strong relationships, and creating a positive learning environment where every student can thrive.
Mrs. Woods and her husband, Terry, are proud residents of Paintsville. She enjoyed time spent with her family, including her son, Dustin Woods, a Paintsville graduate, his wife Emily, and their six wonderful grandchildren.
Please join us in congratulating Mrs. Sherri Woods on this well-deserved opportunity. We look forward to the leadership and dedication she will bring to Paintsville Elementary School as Principal!
#PaintsvilleProud #TigerNation #PaintsvilleElementary #LeadershipMatters
📚❤️ Reading together is one of the most powerful ways to help your child become a stronger reader!
Check out the interactive reading tips in the graphic below and try them during your next family reading session. Just 15–20 minutes a day can make a big difference!
#PaintsvilleProud #FamilyEngagement #LiteracyMatters #SummerReading #StrongerReaders
Check out the interactive reading tips in the graphic below and try them during your next family reading session. Just 15–20 minutes a day can make a big difference!
#PaintsvilleProud #FamilyEngagement #LiteracyMatters #SummerReading #StrongerReaders
📚✨ Community Book Club – Request a Free Copy of Our August Selection Below! ✨📚
Join us on Thursday, August 6, 2026, at 6:00 PM in the Paintsville High School Library as we discuss Such Quiet Girls by Noelle West Ihli.
Whether you’re a longtime member or joining us for the first time, we’d love to have you! Our Community Book Club is open to everyone in the community and provides a great opportunity to connect with fellow readers, share perspectives, and enjoy a fun evening together.
📖 Book: Such Quiet Girls by Noelle West Ihli
📅 Date: August 6, 2026
🕕 Time: 6:00 PM
📍 Location: Paintsville High School Library
🎨 Bonus Activity: We’ll be creating beaded book charms to take home!
Need a copy of the book? Community members may request a FREE copy using the link below:
🔗 https://forms.gle/m5iYKWj6vKSJqpBJ7
We hope you’ll read along with us and join the conversation!
#CommunityBookClub #PaintsvilleProud #ReadersCommunity #SuchQuietGirls #LifelongLearning #LiteracyMatters
Join us on Thursday, August 6, 2026, at 6:00 PM in the Paintsville High School Library as we discuss Such Quiet Girls by Noelle West Ihli.
Whether you’re a longtime member or joining us for the first time, we’d love to have you! Our Community Book Club is open to everyone in the community and provides a great opportunity to connect with fellow readers, share perspectives, and enjoy a fun evening together.
📖 Book: Such Quiet Girls by Noelle West Ihli
📅 Date: August 6, 2026
🕕 Time: 6:00 PM
📍 Location: Paintsville High School Library
🎨 Bonus Activity: We’ll be creating beaded book charms to take home!
Need a copy of the book? Community members may request a FREE copy using the link below:
🔗 https://forms.gle/m5iYKWj6vKSJqpBJ7
We hope you’ll read along with us and join the conversation!
#CommunityBookClub #PaintsvilleProud #ReadersCommunity #SuchQuietGirls #LifelongLearning #LiteracyMatters
📚 Keep the Reading Going at Home! 📚
Thank you to all the families who joined us at yesterday’s Summer Feed program and picked up free books! Reading together is one of the best ways to help children build strong literacy skills and develop a lifelong love of reading.
As you enjoy your new books, try reading together for 15–20 minutes each day, talking about new words, asking questions about the story, and encouraging your child to retell what they read in their own words. These simple activities help strengthen comprehension and vocabulary!
Every book opens the door to learning—thank you for partnering with us to support your child’s reading success! ❤️📖 #SummerReading #LiteracyMatters #FamilyEngagement #StrongerReaders #PaintsvilleIndependentSchools
Thank you to all the families who joined us at yesterday’s Summer Feed program and picked up free books! Reading together is one of the best ways to help children build strong literacy skills and develop a lifelong love of reading.
As you enjoy your new books, try reading together for 15–20 minutes each day, talking about new words, asking questions about the story, and encouraging your child to retell what they read in their own words. These simple activities help strengthen comprehension and vocabulary!
Every book opens the door to learning—thank you for partnering with us to support your child’s reading success! ❤️📖 #SummerReading #LiteracyMatters #FamilyEngagement #StrongerReaders #PaintsvilleIndependentSchools
📣 Paintsville High School is Hiring! 📣
Paintsville High School is seeking a Mathematics Coach to support teachers and students in grades 6-8 mathematics instruction. We are looking for an experienced educational leader who is passionate about improving student achievement and supporting high-quality math instruction.
Applicants should:
✔ Have at least five years of certified middle school mathematics teaching experience
✔ Demonstrate strong leadership skills in coaching adult learners
✔ Be able to design professional learning aligned to High-Quality Professional Learning (HQPL) characteristics
✔ Understand and support implementation of instructional resources aligned to the Kentucky Academic Standards (KAS) for Mathematics and the 2026 Approved HQIR for Mathematics
Math Coach Responsibilities Include:
➖ Observing classrooms and providing instructional feedback
➖ Modeling evidence-based instructional practices
➖ Conducting workshops and professional learning opportunities
➖ Supporting professional learning communities
➖ Assisting with implementation of high-quality instructional resources and curriculum-based professional learning
➖ Ensuring instructional resources align with KAS for Mathematics and support student success
If you are passionate about mathematics instruction and helping both teachers and students succeed, we would love to hear from you!
Please click the link below to apply:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScPB60yEwlqV4rloKpb47S7eiWuTrOmyWuYVHvO0rsvLMVEJg/viewform
Paintsville High School is seeking a Mathematics Coach to support teachers and students in grades 6-8 mathematics instruction. We are looking for an experienced educational leader who is passionate about improving student achievement and supporting high-quality math instruction.
Applicants should:
✔ Have at least five years of certified middle school mathematics teaching experience
✔ Demonstrate strong leadership skills in coaching adult learners
✔ Be able to design professional learning aligned to High-Quality Professional Learning (HQPL) characteristics
✔ Understand and support implementation of instructional resources aligned to the Kentucky Academic Standards (KAS) for Mathematics and the 2026 Approved HQIR for Mathematics
Math Coach Responsibilities Include:
➖ Observing classrooms and providing instructional feedback
➖ Modeling evidence-based instructional practices
➖ Conducting workshops and professional learning opportunities
➖ Supporting professional learning communities
➖ Assisting with implementation of high-quality instructional resources and curriculum-based professional learning
➖ Ensuring instructional resources align with KAS for Mathematics and support student success
If you are passionate about mathematics instruction and helping both teachers and students succeed, we would love to hear from you!
Please click the link below to apply:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScPB60yEwlqV4rloKpb47S7eiWuTrOmyWuYVHvO0rsvLMVEJg/viewform
We just put together a prototype of our Kentucky string art craft for this week’s Community Book Club meeting, and we are obsessed! 💙🤍 How cute is this?
Join us on Thursday, June 4th at 6:00 PM in the PHS Library as we discuss Bluegrass: A True Story of Murder in Kentucky and create our own Kentucky-inspired string art.
📍 Parking & Entrance Information:
Please park in the 3rd Street parking lot and enter through the double doors located in the corner of the lot.
Didn’t request a FREE copy of the book from us? No problem! You can read or listen to it for free on Hoopla or Libby with your library card, or purchase the Kindle edition for $13.99.
Whether you’ve finished the book, are still reading, or just want to join us for a fun evening of conversation and crafting, we’d love to see you there!
#PaintsvilleIndependent #CommunityBookClub #BluegrassBookClub #KentuckyCrafts #LifelongReaders
Let's congratulate your PES and PHS School Based Decision Making Councils! Their terms begin July 2026 and last through June 2027.
We’re so excited to give a FREE book to every parent and child who registers and picks up weekly meals through our Paintsville Independent Summer Feeding Program! 📚💙
Check out the pictures to see just a few of the book options available! Selections will be first come, first served beginning June 4th.
If you haven’t registered for the PISD Summer Feeding Program yet, you can sign up here:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeKVONR4d1gETJWzecu0zaaHBGTAGaR83Eawn_LCP9RinuIYQ/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=104839881887475170772
Check out the pictures to see just a few of the book options available! Selections will be first come, first served beginning June 4th.
If you haven’t registered for the PISD Summer Feeding Program yet, you can sign up here:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeKVONR4d1gETJWzecu0zaaHBGTAGaR83Eawn_LCP9RinuIYQ/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=104839881887475170772
🇺🇸 This Memorial Day, Paintsville Independent Schools honors the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country, while also remembering all those who are grieving the loss of loved ones.
Wishing everyone a safe and meaningful Memorial Day. ❤️💙 #MemorialDay #PaintsvillePride
Wishing everyone a safe and meaningful Memorial Day. ❤️💙 #MemorialDay #PaintsvillePride
☀️ Paintsville Independent Schools wishes all of our students, families, faculty, and staff a fun and relaxing summer break! Thank you for another great school year filled with lots of learning and Tiger pride. 🐅
Enjoy your summer, and we look forward to welcoming our Tigers back to class on August 24th! ❤️
Enjoy your summer, and we look forward to welcoming our Tigers back to class on August 24th! ❤️
Paintsville High School will hold a special SBDM Parent Election on Tuesday, May 26, from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the Paintsville Board of Education Offices, located at 220 Main Street, Paintsville, KY 41240, to fill a vacancy for the 2026-27 school year.
During a post-election review process, it was determined that one of the newly elected parent representatives does not meet Kentucky’s eligibility requirements for SBDM service due to a family employment connection within the school system. To ensure compliance with state guidelines and maintain transparency in our election procedures, a special election will be conducted.
Tonnie Walters will retain her 2026-27 parent representative seat on the PHS SBDM Council.
Tuesday's ballot will include:
• Kalen Spencer
• Amanda Horn
We appreciate the willingness of our parents to serve and support Paintsville High School. PHS remains committed to ethical election procedures, transparency, and ensuring our SBDM Council is properly constituted according to Kentucky law.
During a post-election review process, it was determined that one of the newly elected parent representatives does not meet Kentucky’s eligibility requirements for SBDM service due to a family employment connection within the school system. To ensure compliance with state guidelines and maintain transparency in our election procedures, a special election will be conducted.
Tonnie Walters will retain her 2026-27 parent representative seat on the PHS SBDM Council.
Tuesday's ballot will include:
• Kalen Spencer
• Amanda Horn
We appreciate the willingness of our parents to serve and support Paintsville High School. PHS remains committed to ethical election procedures, transparency, and ensuring our SBDM Council is properly constituted according to Kentucky law.
🎓 Congratulations to the Paintsville High School Class of 2026! 🎉
Introducing our 2026-27 School-Based Decision Making Councils, each comprised of one principal chairperson, three teachers, and two parents (named in that order).
Make sure to register your children ages 2-18 for our FREE summer feeding program! Adults and children will also take home a free book apiece when they grab their meal packs each week.
Registration link:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeKVONR4d1gETJWzecu0zaaHBGTAGaR83Eawn_LCP9RinuIYQ/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=104839881887475170772
Monday, May 18th is National SLP Day!
Our District Literacy Team met this week to reflect on the progress we’ve made toward our goals in the Kentucky Literacy Framework.
During the meeting, team members reviewed current data, celebrated successes, and identified next steps to continue strengthening literacy instruction across all grade levels. These collaborative conversations help ensure that every student has access to high-quality reading and writing experiences that support their academic growth.
We are proud of the dedication of our educators and their ongoing commitment to helping all students become confident, capable readers and writers!
Make sure to exercise your right to vote!
