Weekly Update

Good evening Penderlea Families,

Here are some important information and updates for the week of October 27th through the November 1st and beyond:

Beta Club

  • Donations for WNC: Beta is collecting donations for Christmas packages for those affected by Hurricane Helene. The class that gathers the most donations will win an ice cream social. Donations are due by November 15th. Please see attached flier for more information.

  • Family Movie Night- Join the Penderlea Elementary Beta Club for a fun-filled Family Movie Night on Friday, November 15th at 6:00 PM on the Penderlea football field. This event is open to all Penderlea families and the community. Concessions will be sold. Please see attached flier for more information.

Pender County Schools Strategic Planning

Help shape the future of Pender County Schools! PCS is seeking your feedback on their five-year strategic plan. See below for more information:

Key Information:

  • Purpose: To gather input for Pender County Schools’ five-year strategic plan

  • Participants: Open to all parents, students, staff, and community members

  • Survey Length: Five minutes

  • Link: https://bit.ly/3zY7Ll9

  • Survey Deadline: November 8, 2024

Athletics

  • Wednesday October 30th- Home Boys and Girls Soccer Game vs SCMS Girls at 3:45 and Boys at 4:30

    • This game will be a PINK OUT. For this game, in lieu of the entry fee, we are asking for donations which will go to support those affected by breast  cancer

  • FCA Meeting: There will be a Fellowship of Christian Athletes(FCA) meeting on Oct 29th at 4:30 PM following soccer practice. Pick up in front of the school at 5:30 PM. Study hall available after school until FCA starts for students not playing soccer. All Middle School students are welcome to attend.

Show Your School Spirit!

Want to paint the Penderlea Spirit Rock with a special message? Contact the front office at pls_info@pender.k12.nc.us to schedule your rock painting session.

Cost: $5. All proceeds support the school.

Penderlea PTO Update

Due to Hurricane Halene, there's a delay in the delivery of PTO t-shirt and hoodie orders. We apologize for any inconvenience and will share a revised delivery date once available.

Red Ribbon Week

October in PCS is awareness month! This week (October 28st-November 1st) is Red Ribbon Week. Join us in raising awareness!

  • Red Ribbon Week is a National Initiative to promote drug prevention education and advocacy in youth by bringing awareness and providing resources for youth and their families.

  • We will be hosting a Spirit Week for Red Ribbon Week this week:

    • Monday- Wear Red for Red Ribbon Week

    • Tuesday- Crazy Socks/Team Day(wear your favorite team gear and/or crazy socks)

    • Wednesday- PINK OUT(in support of breast cancer awareness being recognized during our soccer game on Wednesday)

    • Thursday- Twinning Day(pick someone to twin with)

    • Friday- Crazy Hat Day

Penderlea Positive Staff Shoutout

Nominate a Penderlea staff member who deserves recognition! Fill out the Penderlea Positive Staff Shout Out Form: [Link to Shoutout Form]

24-25 Yearbook

Share your Penderlea memories! Upload candid photos for the 24-25 yearbook: https://plicbooks.com/go/ZT2VJP

Volunteer Opportunities

We're always looking for volunteers! Fill out our volunteer interest form: [Link to Volunteer Interest Form]

If you have any questions or concerns, do not hesitate to reach out via email at pls_info@pender.k12.nc.us or call the school at 910-285-2761.

Thank you for your continued support and cooperation. Together we will continue to make Penderlea the Place to Be!

Stephen Harris
Principal
Penderlea School