PCS ConnectED
An in-depth look at Pelham City Schools.
Applications are now open!
At Pelham City Schools, our mission is to collaborate with parents and community to inspire and empower students to achieve personal success. PCS ConnectED is a new community engagement program designed to help parents and community members learn more about Pelham City Schools and gain a deeper understanding of the many people, departments, and decisions that work together to support student success.
Through engaging sessions, conversations with district leaders, and opportunities to experience different aspects of our school system, participants will explore how Pelham City Schools serves students each day while building stronger connections between our schools and the community.
What You'll Experience
Participants will attend seven monthly sessions during the 2026-2027 school year. Each session will explore a different area of the school district and provide opportunities to hear directly from district and school leaders, ask questions, and engage in meaningful conversations.
Topics will include academics, student services, finance, transportation, technology, facilities, child nutrition, assessment and accountability, and more.
Who Should Apply?
PCS ConnectEd is open to Pelham City Schools parents, guardians, employees, and community members who want to become more informed about Pelham City Schools.
Approximately 25 participants will be selected for the first year of PCS ConnectEd.
Why Participate?
By participating in PCS ConnectED, you'll:
Gain a deeper understanding of how a public school system operates.
Learn about the many people and departments that support student success.
Explore the opportunities and challenges facing public education.
Build relationships with district and school leaders.
Become a more informed and engaged member of the Pelham community.
2026-2027 Session Schedule
Dinner will be provided at each session, beginning at 5:30 pm. Participants are welcome to arrive at 5:30 for dinner but are not required to be present until sessions begin promptly at 6 p.m. Sessions will conclude by 8:00 p.m. Sessions will take place at the Pelham City Schools Central Office or another PCS school campus. Specific locations and session details will be shared with participants.
Session Dates:
Tuesday, September 15, 2026
Tuesday, October 20, 2026
Tuesday, November 17, 2026
Tuesday, January 19, 2027
Tuesday, February 16, 2027
Tuesday, March 16, 2027
Tuesday, April 20, 2027
Attendance & Graduation
Participants should enter the program with the intention of attending all sessions. To complete the program and graduate, participants must attend at least six of the seven sessions.
Graduates will be recognized during the May 2027 Pelham City Schools Board of Education meeting in celebration of their successful completion of the program.
Cost
There is no cost to participate in PCS ConnectEd.
Application & Selection
Applications will be accepted through Friday, August 28, 2026.
Applicants will be notified of their selection by Friday, September 4, 2026.
Our goal is for every PCS ConnectEd graduate to leave with meaningful connections with district and school leaders and valuable insight into the programs, services, and decisions that support student success.