08/25/2026
The Pulaski Community School District welcomed back students and staff Monday for the 2026-27 school year. Individual departments had meetings in the morning followed by lunch for staff and student performers from a handful of food trucks. At the afternoon assembly, staff members were welcomed back by master of ceremonies Jennifer Gracyalny, assistant superintendent of Teaching and Learning; Allison Space, superintendent; and Jennifer Schwarz, Board of Education president. The PHS Drumline and Jazz Band performed under the direction of Michael Guerrero. A choir of elementary and PCMS students under the direction of Megan Hanke and Christie Nimmer performed as well. Finally, new teachers and staff members were introduced during an annual skit by Jennifer Heck and Troy Rentmeester. Teachers and staff have meetings and prep time the next several days in preparation for Monday's first day of classes.