Parents and Students: Make sure you’re familiar with the updated Lincoln County Schools Device Policy! While students may use their own tech in many cases, school-issued devices are a must for official testing and monitored classroom sessions.

* 1st Consequence: $40

2nd Consequence: $80

3rd Consequence: $120

Lost/Unreturned: $200 flat fine

Stay informed and keep those devices safe!

4 months ago, PCIS Webmaster
Yellow poster with text: "Lincoln County Schools Device Policy" and an image of a laptop.
Our staff had a wonderful time connecting over the delicious meal provided by our PTO. Our PTO went above and beyond with the jungle theme the entire week. From the balloon arch to the animal print treats, we felt truly celebrated. We are so grateful for a PTO that works so hard to support our staff and make these events a reality. Thank you for your creativity and kindness!
4 months ago, PCIS Webmaster
Poster on a brick wall. It says, "It would be a zoo around here without you!" Animals include a parrot, rhino, lion, giraffe, and zebra.
People seated around a table with various food items, drinks, and a blue bottle on it.
Four women seated at a table, smiling. The table holds dishes, drinks, and a dessert. A window and brick wall in the background.
Decorated archway with balloons and the words "Thank You" on it. A table with fruits and a shelf with boxes nearby.
Five women seated at a table, smiling. Food, drinks, and utensils on the table. Wall in background.
Four people seated around a table, smiling and posing for a photo with various dishes and drinks.

Does your student love to read and compete? Join us for the Battle of the Books Parent and Student Interest Meeting on May 12 at 3:00 PM! We will be meeting in the PCIS Library to discuss the upcoming season and how to get involved. We hope to see you there! If an adult cannot make it to the meeting, please reach out to our coordinators at CMoore@lincoln.k12.nc.us or Allison.Ward@lincoln.k12.nc.us for details.

4 months ago, PCIS Webmaster
A colorful poster with books and bunting announces a "Battle of the Books" parent and student meeting on May 12 at 3:00 PM at PCIS Library.
A huge thank you to Pumpkin Center Primary for visiting today to help us get ready for EOGs. From Bee-lieve in you banners to Smartie slogans, the encouragement was exactly what our students needed to feel confident and ready. We are grateful for our amazing school community and the way our students lift each other up.
4 months ago, PCIS Webmaster
Several children, some holding signs, are walking through a hallway. Some signs read "We know you are a hero".
A group of children hold a blue banner decorated with flowers, a bee, and handprints, with "We Bee-live in You" written on it.
A woman in a hallway holds a colorful sign with the text "Don't Stress! Just Do Your Best!" Children walk nearby.
Two boys in a hallway, one holding a sign that reads, "You're a Smart Cookie," while others are in the background.
Three young girls standing in a school hallway. One holds a pink sign that says, "No stress, just do your best!"
Children walking in a school hallway, holding signs. One child's sign reads "You Got This" and another says "Good Job."
Children in a school hallway hold a sign that says "We Believe In You!" Other students watch.
Group of children holding a sign that reads "Rock the Test!" standing in a school hallway.
Congratulations to our 1st place Art Show winners for their incredible creativity and talent. Our students continue to impress us with their artistic vision and hard work!
4 months ago, PCIS Webmaster
Kids on a stage, some standing and others sitting, in various outfits, with a black curtain in the background.
A group of young people on a stage, some standing and some kneeling, under a blue curtain.
Group of children wearing casual clothing with varying hair colors, standing and sitting on stage. Blue ribbons are visible on their clothing.
Friday started with North Lincoln High School Seniors walking our halls for the last time before graduation. Congratulations class of 2026!

The rest of Friday was field day activities. Thank you to staff and parent volunteers for helping with each station! A special thanks to Ms. Isenhour for planning the entire day!
4 months ago, PCIS Webmaster
A group of students in blue gowns stands in front of a school building with "INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL" on it.
Group of children in matching shirts lined up in a wet road, holding water bottles, with a building in the background.
Water spraying from a fire truck nozzle. A person stands in the wet road. Background shows a building and trees.
Kids in swim clothes and sandals stand in a parking lot, one boy holds hands with another.
A person slides down a large, blue water slide with water splashing around them.
Several children wearing bathing suits stand in a row in a parking lot with a building in the background.
People standing in blue buckets filled with water, gathered in a parking lot with a cloudy sky.
Teacher Appreciation Week begins tomorrow! We need volunteers for our Teacher Appreciation Lunch on Wednesday. We know this a busy time of year but we appreciate your help as we thank our teachers! https://m.signupgenius.com/#!/showSignUp/10C0849A8A82BA6F5C70-56493135-teacher?useFullSite=false
4 months ago, PCIS Webmaster
We need your help on Friday for Field Day! Please use this link to sign up: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0849A8A82BA6F5C70-63529246-field
4 months ago, Pumpkin Center Intermediate
Last chance to complete the family Leader in Me MRA survey for our school. Thanks for your time and support! https://www.leaderinme.com/s/pumpkin-center-intermediate-nc/families
4 months ago, Pumpkin Center Intermediate
Happy Administrative Professionals Day Ms. Vicki and Mrs. Mikayla! Thank you for everything you do for Pumpkin Center Intermediate. We are so lucky to have you!
4 months ago, PCIS Webmaster
Two women smiling, one with blonde hair and glasses, the other with brown hair. Both wear casual attire. The background features pink stripes and blue bows.

Who will take home the win? Find out at the Staff vs 5th Grade Kickball Game! The game kicks off Friday, April 17, at 1:00. 5th grade parents are welcome to attend. We remind our 3rd, 4th, and 5th grade spectators to come prepared with sunscreen, hats, sunglasses, and a towel to sit on.

4 months ago, PCIS Webmaster
Flyer for Staff vs 5th Grade Kickball Game. Graphic features an aerial view of a kickball field and a red kickball in motion. Text: Staff vs 5th Grade Kickball Game. 5th grade parents invited! Friday, April 17, 1:00- 2:00. 3rd, 4th and 5th grade spectators should bring: Sunscreen, Hat, Towel to sit on, Sunglasses.
One week from today join the PCIS Drama Club for an epic performance of Olympus the Greek Rock Musical! The show takes place on April 23, 2026, at 6:00 PM at Pumpkin Center Intermediate. Admission is free, but please bring cash for our concessions: drinks are $1 and desserts are $2. We look forward to seeing you there for a night of music and myth!
4 months ago, PCIS Webmaster
PCIS Drama Club Presents Olympus the Greek Rock Musical. April 23, 2026 at 6:00 PM at Pumpkin Center Intermediate. Drinks $1. Desserts $2. Cash only. The flyer features a yellow and orange color scheme with Greek columns on the sides. Illustrations include three Greek gods: Hades holding a bident, Zeus holding a lightning bolt, and Poseidon holding a trident. At the bottom, a Greek warrior aims a bow and arrow, and silhouettes of other mythical figures and soldiers are visible in the background.

Young Lincoln Leaders is proud to host this exciting fundraising event in support of our local community. The day will feature a variety of food trucks, service vendors, and engaging activities for all ages. CLICK HERE for more information.

4 months ago, Logan Webb
Flyer for “Spring Fling” presented by Young Lincoln Leaders. The design features a child kicking a ball on the left, a circle of Lincoln County school logos in the center with the hashtag #WeAreLINCOLN and “Leader in Me,” and a food truck illustration on the right. Text invites the community to support a free family event bringing together all Lincoln County Schools at Lincolnton High School on April 18th from 11 AM to 2 PM. Free entry with donations encouraged; fundraising goal is $6,700. A button says “Click for more information.” The bottom reads “Games, Food, Fun!” and includes Instagram: @theyounglincolnleaders, with spring flower graphics decorating the flyer.
Happy Assistant Principal Appreciation Week Mrs. Webb!! Pumpkin Center Intermediate is so lucky to have you. You have been an amazing addition to our staff and we hope you have felt appreciated this week!

What better way to spend the last day of Assistant Principal Appreciation Week than on wheels with Mrs. Burgin?! Our administration is on wheels because we have won the attendance competition for the month of March against North Brook Elementary!

Pumpkin Center Intermediate hopes you have a fantastic Spring Break! See everyone on April 13th!
5 months ago, PCIS Webmaster
AI image of Assistant Principal
Principal Mrs. Burgin and Assistant principal Mrs. Webb on scooters and a tractor
5th grade had their amazing rocket launch with Starbase! These rockets were built during the 4 days each class spent at Starbase. And with the great guidance and help of Starbase employees/volunteers we were able to do this today! Thank you so much to Starbase, students, teachers, bus drivers, and parents that showed up today to make this possible!
5 months ago, PCIS Webmaster
student and parents standing in the field for 5th grade rocket launch with star base
student and parents standing in the field for 5th grade rocket launch with star base
student and parents standing in the field for 5th grade rocket launch with star base
student and parents standing in the field for 5th grade rocket launch with star base
student and parents standing in the field for 5th grade rocket launch with star base

Young Lincoln Leaders is proud to host this exciting fundraising event in support of our local community. The day will feature a variety of food trucks, service vendors, and engaging activities for all ages. CLICK HERE for more information.

5 months ago, Logan Webb
Flyer for “Spring Fling” presented by Young Lincoln Leaders. The design features a child kicking a ball on the left, a circle of Lincoln County school logos in the center with the hashtag #WeAreLINCOLN and “Leader in Me,” and a food truck illustration on the right. Text invites the community to support a free family event bringing together all Lincoln County Schools at Lincolnton High School on April 18th from 11 AM to 2 PM. Free entry with donations encouraged; fundraising goal is $6,700. A button says “Click for more information.” The bottom reads “Games, Food, Fun!” and includes Instagram: @theyounglincolnleaders, with spring flower graphics decorating the flyer.
March Madness top 3 got their prizes today! They got pied in the face and buckets of water poured on them. Enjoy the before and after photos!

Thank you so much to the Pumpkin Center community for donating and being apart of this fundraiser!

Congratulations again,
1st- Ms. Fox
2nd-Mrs. Russell
3rd- Ms. Beard
5 months ago, PCIS Webmaster
March Madness number 1 winner Ms. Fox one side is a dry before picture and the second is her after a bucket of water was dumped on her
March Madness second place Mrs. Russell one side is a dry before picture and the second is her after a bucket of water was dumped on her
March Madness third place Ms. Beard one side is a dry before picture and the second is her after a pie was smashed in her face
Whole school photo with students sitting to watch the March Madness winners
Some of our raffle winners are students that got to help pie teachers in the face and pour the buckets of water on the winners
Congratulations to our top 3 March Madness Winners!! Ms. Fox, Mrs. Russell, and Ms. Beard!
5 months ago, PCIS Webmaster
March Madness Winners Ms. Fox, Mrs. Russell, and Ms. Beard
Happy Friday afternoon Pumpkin Center Intermediate families! We have had a great and busy week at PCI learning and leading. Thank you to those of you who attended our LIM family night last night, we hope you enjoyed it as much as we did! Looking ahead to the coming short week: March 30th - Reading Check In and March Madness Pie/Bucket of Water afternoon assembly. Stay tuned for an update and pictures of our winners! March 31st- STARBASE Rocket Launch Day for our 5th graders at PCI. April 1st - Math Check In No school on Friday, April 3rd as Spring break begins. Students will return to school on April 13th. PCI is excited to be able to participate in bring a legislator to school week on Monday, April 13th where NC House Representative Mrs. Heather Rhyne will be meeting with students and staff members. ATTENDANCE MATTERS- help us win this competition against Northbrook Elementary for the month of March by having the highest attendance percentage. We have a few more days left in the competition and are barely in the lead. Help us win by showing up to school each day this week and being on time! Thank you for partnering with us at PCI to support your child. I hope you have a great weekend and we will see our students bright and early Monday morning.
5 months ago, Pumpkin Center Intermediate
Here are our top 3! TOMORROW is the last day to turn in tickets and vote on who you want to see get pied or water dumped on! $1=1 ticket 1st place- Mrs. Russell 2nd place- Ms. Fox 3rd place- Ms. Thompson
5 months ago, PCIS Webmaster
orange background with the top 3 winners so far to our March Madness Fundraiser. last day is Friday 3/27