Under the supervision of Mrs. Jerauld, fourth-grade students participated in the Great Southeast Pollinator Census. This student is writing the totals in his STEM Journal.
2 months ago, Beverly Hughes
A student in a black shirt writes in a journal outdoors under a tree. A partial view of other students is visible.
Students in Kindergarten through fifth grades have visited the Learning Log, our school media center, to check out a new book. Independent reading is a great way for students to grow stronger as readers.
3 months ago, Beverly Hughes
Student engaged in independent reading while relaxing on a cushioned seating area in the library, surrounded by a learning-focused environment.
With this year's focus on growth, green day might be our favorite so far. Pine Log Pre-K students use color week as fun way to learn colors.
3 months ago, Beverly Hughes
Two Pre-K students in green shirts sit together at a cafeteria table during Green Day, with school lunch trays and classmates in the background.
Mrs. A. Brown is taking applications from fourth and fifth-grade students for Art Club. Please see Mrs. Brown in the art room for more information.
3 months ago, Beverly Hughes
This piece of art work features a drawing of a deer's head on a black background. It has a white outline and detailed features.
Pine Log families, you're invited! Join us on August 27 from 4:00-5:00 PM for our Title I Back-to-School Night. Come learn about the resources and opportunities available through Title I, meet your child's teacher, and discover how we can work together to support student success. We can't wait to see you there!
3 months ago, Beverly Hughes
Graphic promoting a Title I Back to School Night event. The words 'BACK TO SCHOOL NIGHT' appear in large black letters inside a yellow cloud-shaped background outlined with a white dashed line. A teal label at the top reads 'TITLE I,' and a pink oval at the bottom displays the date 'AUG. 27TH.' Decorative black accent lines appear on the left side of the cloud. The design uses bright, school-themed colors and bold, easy-to-read text.
It's Colors Week in Pre K and today's color is yellow. These students wore yellow to help learn the color of sunshine, flowers, and smiley faces.
3 months ago, Beverly Hughes
Four smiling children in yellow shirts and denim shorts stand together against the cafeteria wall that has a yellow paper attached to the wall above the children's heads.
Have you noticed the bright green bin at the end of the front parking lot? This clothes and shoes recycling bin provides a convenient place to donate gently used items while helping Pine Log Elementary School. Every pound of clothing and shoes collected benefits PLES and helps keep reusable items out of local landfills. Thank you for choosing this green bin to recycle your items and benefiting our school.
3 months ago, Beverly Hughes
A bright green and purple clothing and shoe recycling bin stands on a grassy area near a parking lot at Pine Log Elementary School. The bin is positioned beneath a large leafy tree and features a large front panel labeled "Clothes & Shoes Recycling Bin." Additional text encourages recycling clothing and shoes to keep them out of local landfills. Trees, grass, and a partly cloudy sky are visible in the background.
On this Thankful Thursday, we are sending a shoutout to our students who love to lend a helping hand.

Pictured: two students carry one STEM journal
3 months ago, Beverly Hughes
Two smiling students share the task of carrying one composition book in a hallway. Artwork frames, hallway displays, and doors are in the background.
Thank you to everyone who attended Open House last week. Please return any first day paperwork to school so that we can better serve your child and communicate with you this year.

Pictured: Mrs. Livingston and Mrs. Prior during Open House
3 months ago, Beverly Hughes
A person seated at a table in a school gymnasium or multipurpose room signs papers placed on bright pink and blue sheets. The person wears a dark floral-patterned top and an ID badge. Another person sits beside them at the same table, also working with papers. Green table coverings, colorful forms, chairs, and several people are visible in the background. A basketball goal and gym walls can be seen behind the registration-style setup.

We want to thank the PLES PTCO for supporting us during preplanning with a breakfast spread. These volunteer parents send a message of support from the first day that continues throughout the year with morale boosters, fundraisers, and hands-on help throughout our school.

Pictured: Mrs. McGaha, parent liaison, and Mrs. Dawson, PTCO President

3 months ago, Beverly Hughes
A long table with food, plates, and a hand sanitizer bottle in our school cafeteria. Two women having a conversation stand at the end of the table..
Mrs. Livingston kindly welcomes students and families to Pine Log.

Pictured: Mrs. Livingston
3 months ago, Beverly Hughes
Brick archway with a glass roof in front of a building, with a teacher waving from the front door. A bright blue sky in the background shows that it is daytime and pleasant weather.
A message from Mrs. B. Hughes, PLES media specialist:
Welcome back, readers. I certainly missed you and look forward to seeing you in the Learning Log very soon. We have new adventures to look forward to this year and new books to explore. I hope that you enjoyed many books on your summer break. If you kept a reading log or Unearthed a Story and logged it in Beanstack through the Bartow Public Library, please have a parent send a screenshot or picture to me on ClassDojo by August 14.

Pictured: an antique book and glasses on a bedside table at the Corra Harris House, Rydal, Georgia
3 months ago, Beverly Hughes
An open book with a pair of antique eyeglasses sits on a wooden table. A red ribbon is draped across the book.
Offering kindness, patience, and plenty of fun, Mrs. Gilbert gave second graders a cheerful welcome.
Happy First Day!
3 months ago, Beverly Hughes
A smiling woman in a white dress crouches behind a photo booth backdrop reading "PLES welcome to SECOND GRADE". Pastel party balloons are at the edge of the frame.
Welcome to the first day of the 2026-2027 school year! It's going to be a great year to Grow Stronger Together.

Pictured: Mrs. Hammond and Dr. Pulliam. Backdrop created by PLES PTCO.
3 months ago, Beverly Hughes
Two smiling women wearing blue tops and pants stand in front of a colorful balloon arch and letters spelling out 123 ABC.
Have you completed a meal application for 2026-2027, yet?
Even if you aren't sure you qualify, it's worth applying because eligibility can help provide valuable support for your family and can also benefit our school. The application is quick, confidential, and may open the door to additional resources. Please take a moment to complete the Free & Reduced Meal Application through LINQ Connect.
Every eligible application makes a difference for PLES.

https://linqconnect.com/public/meal-application/new
3 months ago, Beverly Hughes
A close-up of bananas with yellow skins and green stems, some with brown spots. Some bananas are bunched together.
It's Open House Day and we are so excited to see your sweet faces! We gladly welcome families during three open house sessions today, 10:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m., 1:30 p.m. -2:30 p.m., and 5:00 p.m.-6:00 p.m. These sessions provide the opportunity to meet your teachers, visit our new school nurse, Mrs. Casey about medical concerns this year, confirm transportation with the BCSS Transportation department, speak to Mr. Mickey about the school nutrition program and sign up for a free or reduced lunch plan, and high five a principal. See you soon!
3 months ago, Beverly Hughes
Front entrance of Pine Log Elementary School. The brick school building features a large arched entrance with a covered walkway leading to dark entrance doors. Red metal roofing is visible above the brick structure, and a parking lot with painted traffic markings is in the foreground. The sky is blue with a few clouds.
It's time to sign up for the Downtown Cartersville 5K and 1K Fun Run!

Your registration benefits the Backpack Buddies Program, which provides food for students to take home each week to help reduce food insecurity. Whether you run, walk, or register as a ghost runner, you are helping students at Pine Log Elementary and throughout Bartow County.

Learn more and register at https://runsignup.com/Race/GA/Cartersville/TheDowntownCartersville5K. Please be sure to choose Pine Log Elementary School as your school to help our staff earn an on-campus reward.
3 months ago, Beverly Hughes
Promotional graphic showing two cartoon children carrying green backpacks beside the text "Supporting Backpack Buddies." Smaller text identifies the Backpack Buddies program as part of the Cartersville City Schools Foundation and Cartersville Schools.

This week, our staff has busy with preparations for a great school year. At Open House on Monday, be sure to check out the bulletin board across from the art room that is sure to brighten your day.

Pictured: bulletin board by Mrs. Amy Brown

3 months ago, Beverly Hughes
Close-up view of a bulletin board covered with interlocking paper chain links. The links are made from alternating strips of yellow-green and light blue paper arranged in vertical rows. The photograph is taken at an angle, highlighting the curved shapes, depth, and repeating pattern created by the paper loops. No text is visible in the image.
Pine Log teachers, Valerie Prior and Kelly Martin, thumb through a book of artifacts found in the library on the Corra Harris House estate. The artifacts offered a glimpse of the past which PLES teachers recognize from units on Now and Then. Thanks to the diligent work from the Etowah Valley Historical Society members, the Corra Harris House estate offers a historical look at Rydal from 1913 to 1935.

Pictured: teachers Valerie Prior and Kelly Martin
3 months ago, Beverly Hughes
Two female teachers turn pages on a old book that features artifacts in a log cabin that serves as a museum.
PLES teachers had the privilege to visit the Corra Harris House in Rydal.

Pictured: Dr. Tracy Pulliam, principal with teachers Ansley Jerauld, Alyssa McAndrews, Kylie Ray, Debra Prendergast, and Elizabeth Crowe
3 months ago, Beverly Hughes
A group of teachers in various Pine Log Elementary School shirts and other various attire stand by a stone wall and historical marker about Corra Harris in front of a copse of trees.