Piney Grove Middle

- 📢 Save the Date: August 3, 2026! 📢

We are so excited to welcome our students back! Make sure to swing by during your designated time slot to meet your teachers, tour the campus, grab your PE uniforms, and more.

👉 Rising 6th Graders (Grizzly Adventure): Morning sessions (8:30 AM / 10:30 AM) starting in the cafe.
👉 7th & 8th Graders (Open House): Afternoon sessions (1:30 PM / 3:00 PM).

Check out the graphic for your specific last-name breakdown. See you there! 🐻💚

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Once a Grizzly, always a Grizzly! 🐻💚
We are absolutely thrilled to announce that Taylor Butler is returning home to the Grove! As a former PGMS Grizzly herself, Ms. Butler is coming full circle to lead our incredible GROW students this year. There is nothing sweeter than watching our own alumni return to inspire the next generation. We can't wait to see the passion, dedication, and unique perspective she brings back to our classrooms!

Please join us in giving her a massive "welcome home" in the comments below!

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Please join us in celebrating our newest faculty member, Colleen Tereniak, who is joining Piney Grove as a Social Studies Teacher! From exploring global cultures to diving deep into history, we can't wait to see the incredible lessons she brings alive for our students. We are so fortunate to expand our team with such fantastic educators. Welcome to the team, Ms. Tereniak—we are thrilled to have you in Grizzly territory! 🐻💚

Leave a comment below to send her some welcome wishes!

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👋 Join PGMS PTSO! Our 2026-2027 Membership Drive is officially underway, and we need your support to help our Grizzlies thrive!

🔗 Join Online: [https://pineygrovemsptso.membershiptoolkit.com](https://pineygrovemsptso.membershiptoolkit.com)
✉️ Contact Us: [email protected]

From voting rights to exclusive volunteer opportunities, choose the membership tier that works best for your family. Together, we make a difference. 🐻💚

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Let's make some noise for the newest addition to the Piney Grove family—Alexis Beckman! Alexis is stepping into the role of Connect Teacher at PGMS this year, and we couldn't be happier to have her on board. Our Connect classes are all about building community, and we know her positive energy is going to be an amazing asset for our students.

Drop a comment below to welcome her to the team, and let's show her how great it is to be a Grizzly! 💚🐻

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Help us give a big Grizzly welcome to our newest team member, Delaney Richards! Ms. Richards is joining the Piney Grove family as our new Connect Teacher. We are so excited for the energy, passion, and talent she will bring to our classrooms. Be sure to say hello and show her some Grizzly pride! Welcome to the grove, Ms. Richards! We're thrilled to have you with us!💚🐻

- REMINDER: Back-to-school supply shopping has never been easier! Order your teacher-tailored kit by June 5th.

🛒 Order here: www.shopttkits.com
🔑 Use Account Number: #28738
🗓️ Due Date: June 5th

Skip the lines and get everything your student needs for the upcoming school year in one convenient package, custom-built to match our school-approved lists. 🐻💚

- Hey Grizzly families! The 25-26 school year just wrapped, but we're already looking forward to seeing you back in the building for the 26-27 school year! Check out our school supply lists and our beginning of the year events. Mark you calendars by visiting our school website at https://pineygrove.forsyth.k12.ga.us/.

**Summer Food Resources in Our Community**

School is out, but support is still here. If your family needs assistance with meals or groceries over the summer, there are several local programs ready to help.

Here are the key highlights of the resources available in the Cu***ng area:

**Flexible Scheduling:** Resources are available throughout the week, including Wednesday mornings , Thursday evenings , and various Saturdays each month.

**Mobile Pantries:** Convenient mobile pantry distributions will be held at local sites, including Cu***ng Elementary , Chattahoochee Elementary , and Chestatee Elementary Schools.

**Campus Pantries and Financial Aid:** Select locations offer on-campus pantries and some may be able to assist with emergency financial needs.

**Important Note:** A few locations, such as the YMCA and Ministries of Grace, require a quick online registration or a phone call before you arrive. Please check the specific requirements before heading out.

For the complete list of locations, exact dates, times, and registration links, please visit our school website here: https://pineygrove.forsyth.k12.ga.us/student-services/counseling/summer-food-resources

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- Congratulations to Aurelle McManis (main) and Anndi Reeves (juvenile) for having artwork chosen to be on display at the Courthouse!