4 Houses, One Family: Fostering Connections at PCMS - 15

Four Houses, One Family: Fostering Connections at PCMS

 

Explore how the House system fosters unity and friendship among students of all ages at Putnam County Middle School.

 

The PCMS House system ensures that students feel supported by their peers from the moment they enter middle school. It helps students quickly develop a sense of belonging and bridges the gap between grade levels. The school's community would be incomplete without the opportunity for students to interact with teachers beyond the classroom, fostering stronger relationships between adults and students.

 

The goal of PCMS' House system is to create a school-wide family atmosphere and uplifting culture that builds character and confidence in students. One of the main strengths of the House system is that it allows students of all ages to work together, creating a cohesive environment where age is not a barrier to friendship and collaboration. A point system adds a fun and healthy competitive spirit among the Houses. Points are collected throughout the year by each student, contributing to their House’s overall score to determine the champions in May. Students can earn points for demonstrating good character, academic excellence, school spirit, humility, compassion, and responsibility.

 

The highlight of this program for most students is the House Celebrations held on the last Friday of each month. These spirit days are crucial for letting students take ownership and instill pride in their Houses. All students perform their House cheers and chants, earn points for their Houses, and participate in various games and House meetings with the PCMS faculty. Overall, the House system has helped each PCMS student form friendships and create closer bonds with their peers and teachers as they navigate these crucial years of their schooling.

 

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Length - 51:46

 

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