Penderlea Weekly Update

Good evening Penderlea Families,

Here are some important information and updates for the week of January 21st through January  24th and beyond.

Weather Update

Pender County Schools continues to monitor the weather closely, as the forecast remains fluid and subject to change. To ensure the safety of our students and staff, the district has made the following schedule adjustments:

  •  Tuesday, January 21: Schools will operate on an early release schedule for students. 

    • Penderlea will release students at 11:45 AM. 

    • All afterschool activities have been cancelled

  •  Wednesday, January 22: Schools will operate on a two-hour delay at minimum.

    • Penderlea start time is 9:40 AM and students can be dropped off at 9:20 AM

The district will reassess conditions on Tuesday, January 21, and will provide updates if additional adjustments, including the possibility of remote learning on Wednesday, are necessary.

Word of the Week

This week’s Word of the Week will be Relevant. Relevant means something connected to the matter being discussed. 

Please re-enforce the use of this word at home. 

8th Grade Formal 

8th Grade Formal Parent Meeting on Wednesday February 5th at 3:15 in the media center.

STEAM Night

Mark your calendars because we are excited to announce that our annual STEAM Night will be held Thursday February 13th from 4pm to 6pm! We would love to have you join us for an evening of exciting hands-on activities. Come enjoy light snacks and a special opportunity to explore and learn alongside your students and their teachers through engaging STEAM experiences!

Athletic

This week in athletics

  • January 21st game has been cancelled due to potential inclement weather.

  • January 23rd- AWAY Basketball Game at Topsail Middle School 

    • Girls start at 4:30PM, boys play directly after. 

Athletic Throwback Night

Come out to the old Penderlea School gymnasium on February 28th, from 6 PM to 9 PM for a Throwback Night! 

It will be an evening filled with nostalgia as we have our current Hornet basketball team take on an Alumni team! 

There will be concessions, old jerseys, and an Alumni shirt available for purchase! Admission is $5. 

If you’re interested in playing or cheering in the game for the “Alumni Team”, please contact Mrs. Umphress (ashley_umphress@pender.k12.nc.us).

New School Naming

Pender County Schools is excited to announce the opening of a new elementary and middle school in Hampstead and need your input to choose the perfect name for each school! Following Board Policy, school names should reflect the local geography, history, or community.

Please take a few minutes to participate in the School Naming Form by February 2, 2025. You can select from suggested names or submit your own ideas, ensuring they align with our district guidelines.

Your input will help shape the identity of this new school for years to come

Link to Survey

NC Check Ins Coming Up

Students in grades 3-8 will complete NC Check-Ins in the following weeks. Updated NC Check-In dates are as follows:

●      Math Check-Ins- January 24nd

●      Reading Check-Ins- January 28th

●      5th & 8th grade Science Check-Ins on January 30th

Middle School After School Detention

Dear Middle School Parents,

Please be advised that Penderlea will begin to implement after-school detention on February 3rd for Middle School students. This measure is being implemented to address disruptive classroom behavior and incomplete assignments.

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 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://docs.google.com/document/d/1wUPvaJM_gNUyDXuSNF9uaUrIuonn6ka5f8f1j7WSEiA/edit?usp=sharing

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