Bookshelf Restock Alert! Folks picking up Summer Feed food boxes for their kids will have lots of new FREE book selections to choose from 12-2pm today at the 3rd Street PES bus lane.
Students, your school email is up and running again! You can log in to Google Classroom, email, etc with your school credentials!
Got 30 seconds, PHS Students?
We will be starting a FREE Book Club for 7th-12th graders this school year, and we need your input! Who doesn't love good books and great company?
Click the link below to fill out the quick Google Form! 📲
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfplinhjYPL3rAaugqsDk7Yw517SnMSnE63YRxpWqCGuld3fQ/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=104839881887475170772
We will be starting a FREE Book Club for 7th-12th graders this school year, and we need your input! Who doesn't love good books and great company?
Click the link below to fill out the quick Google Form! 📲
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfplinhjYPL3rAaugqsDk7Yw517SnMSnE63YRxpWqCGuld3fQ/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=104839881887475170772
Summer time is popular for PHS transcript requests! Please visit the Parchment site linked here to do so quickly: https://registration.parchment.com/member/7f47832c-c65c-11ec-a01f-8725b4a5c612
📣 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
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
Mark your calendars and check your College Board account on July 6th! Passing AP exams = college credit for all and for many, a KEES bonus! Students whose household income form data qualifies them for free or reduced price lunch gets up to $300 KEES bonus money per passed AP exam!
Today is the day! 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.
Today's ballot will include:
• Kalen Spencer
• Amanda Horn
We appreciate the willingness of our parents to serve and support Paintsville High School!
Today's ballot will include:
• Kalen Spencer
• Amanda Horn
We appreciate the willingness of our parents to serve and support Paintsville High School!
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.
2026-27 PHS SBDM Parent Ballot/Election Info:
The 2026–27 PHS SBDM Parent Election will be held Thursday, May 21, 2026, in the PHS main office from 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Voting is in person only.
Eligible voters include parents, stepparents, foster parents, and/or persons with legal custody of a 2026–27 PHS 7th–12th grade student.
Please stop by the main office to vote for TWO candidates from the following choices (in alphabetical order):
Jamie Helton
Amanda Horn
Kalen Spencer
Tonnie Walters
The 2026–27 PHS SBDM Parent Election will be held Thursday, May 21, 2026, in the PHS main office from 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Voting is in person only.
Eligible voters include parents, stepparents, foster parents, and/or persons with legal custody of a 2026–27 PHS 7th–12th grade student.
Please stop by the main office to vote for TWO candidates from the following choices (in alphabetical order):
Jamie Helton
Amanda Horn
Kalen Spencer
Tonnie Walters
Tomorrow is the last day to nominate parent members for the PHS SBDM council! You may nominate yourself if you meet the qualifications below!
Nominations are now being taken by PTO for 2 (two) parent representatives for the PHS Site Based Council. Nominations will be taken until 3pm on Wednesday, May 20th. To nominate a parent representative please contact Stacey Lauffer at 606.789.2656 or email stacey.lauffer@paintsville.kyschools.us
Election will be Thursday, 5/21/26 at the PHS office from 8-3, in person only. If you will have a student in grades 7-12th for the 2026-27 school year please stop by the office to vote.
A big thank you to Coach and PE teacher Brian Melvin for all the hard work he put into Friday's PHS Field Day!
We had a record number of students participate, and many said it was the best Field Day in years. Thank you, Coach Melvin, for making it such a fun and memorable day for our students!
Join us in celebrating an exciting new chapter for Mrs. Amanda Baker! 🎉
Mrs. Baker, our amazing Algebra 1 and STEAM teacher, has been offered a position as a Numeracy Counts Academy Mentor with the Kentucky Center for Mathematics—and we couldn’t be more proud!
While we will truly miss her in our classrooms, we’re thrilled that she’ll be sharing her expertise with students and teachers across the entire state. Her impact is only going to grow, and that’s something worth celebrating!
Congratulations, Mrs. Baker! Wishing you all the best in this incredible new role—you’ll always be a valued part of our school family. 💙
Mrs. Baker, our amazing Algebra 1 and STEAM teacher, has been offered a position as a Numeracy Counts Academy Mentor with the Kentucky Center for Mathematics—and we couldn’t be more proud!
While we will truly miss her in our classrooms, we’re thrilled that she’ll be sharing her expertise with students and teachers across the entire state. Her impact is only going to grow, and that’s something worth celebrating!
Congratulations, Mrs. Baker! Wishing you all the best in this incredible new role—you’ll always be a valued part of our school family. 💙
We are hiring a Community Work Transition Program (CWTP) instructor at PHS!
Sample job qualifications and duties are linked here (actual duties may vary): https://drive.google.com/file/d/1xQNz3OA21eMTq_ajDsw6wm9V3vKgywiG/view?usp=sharing
Apply here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeMNdDTZBBeneEqMxRMk5dWh1X-PaI4sorpIAx3AgEDUPEMoQ/viewform?usp=sf_linkhttps://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeMNdDTZBBeneEqMxRMk5dWh1X-PaI4sorpIAx3AgEDUPEMoQ/viewform?usp=sf_link
Sample job qualifications and duties are linked here (actual duties may vary): https://drive.google.com/file/d/1xQNz3OA21eMTq_ajDsw6wm9V3vKgywiG/view?usp=sharing
Apply here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeMNdDTZBBeneEqMxRMk5dWh1X-PaI4sorpIAx3AgEDUPEMoQ/viewform?usp=sf_linkhttps://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeMNdDTZBBeneEqMxRMk5dWh1X-PaI4sorpIAx3AgEDUPEMoQ/viewform?usp=sf_link
Come join our Paintsville Independent family as a Speech Language Pathologist!
Apply here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScPB60yEwlqV4rloKpb47S7eiWuTrOmyWuYVHvO0rsvLMVEJg/viewform
Apply here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScPB60yEwlqV4rloKpb47S7eiWuTrOmyWuYVHvO0rsvLMVEJg/viewform
Come join our PHS Tiger family as a JAG teacher!
Job requirements/description: https://portal.ksba.org/public/Meeting/Attachments/DisplayAttachment.aspx?AttachmentID=673279
Apply here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScPB60yEwlqV4rloKpb47S7eiWuTrOmyWuYVHvO0rsvLMVEJg/viewform
Job requirements/description: https://portal.ksba.org/public/Meeting/Attachments/DisplayAttachment.aspx?AttachmentID=673279
Apply here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScPB60yEwlqV4rloKpb47S7eiWuTrOmyWuYVHvO0rsvLMVEJg/viewform
Come join Paintsville Independent's family!
Apply here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScPB60yEwlqV4rloKpb47S7eiWuTrOmyWuYVHvO0rsvLMVEJg/viewform
Apply here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScPB60yEwlqV4rloKpb47S7eiWuTrOmyWuYVHvO0rsvLMVEJg/viewform
2026-27 PHS Parent SBDM Member Nomination and Election Information
Nominations are now being taken by PTO for 2 (two) parent representatives for the PHS Site Based Council. Nominations will be taken until 3pm on Wednesday, May 20th. To nominate a parent representative please contact Stacey Lauffer at 606.789.2656 or email stacey.lauffer@paintsville.kyschools.us
Election will be Thursday, 5/21/26 at the PHS office from 8-3, in person only. If you will have a student in grades 7-12th for the 2026-27 school year please stop by the office to vote.
Nominations are now being taken by PTO for 2 (two) parent representatives for the PHS Site Based Council. Nominations will be taken until 3pm on Wednesday, May 20th. To nominate a parent representative please contact Stacey Lauffer at 606.789.2656 or email stacey.lauffer@paintsville.kyschools.us
Election will be Thursday, 5/21/26 at the PHS office from 8-3, in person only. If you will have a student in grades 7-12th for the 2026-27 school year please stop by the office to vote.
📚 Community Book Club – July Selection! 📚
Our July 9th Community Book Club pick is The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue by V.E. Schwab!
✨ A Life No One Will Remember. A Story You Will Never Forget.
Set in France in 1714, this unforgettable novel follows a young woman who makes a desperate bargain to live forever—only to be cursed so that no one remembers her. Spanning centuries, Addie’s journey explores art, history, and what it truly means to leave your mark on the world… until one day, someone finally remembers her name.
📖 Want a FREE copy?
Fill out this quick form: https://forms.gle/yEeGczLtoHWMB7no6
We’ll email you when your book arrives!
Pickup will be at:
📍 Paintsville Independent Schools Board of Education
220 Main Street, Paintsville, KY 41240
🗓 Book Club Meeting:
July 9, 2026
⏰ 6:00 PM
📍 PHS Library
You don’t have to attend the discussion to get a book, but we’d love to have you join us! Come enjoy snacks, a small craft, and great conversation about the book.
Bring a friend and let’s get reading! 📖✨
