Good evening Penderlea Families,
Here are some important information and updates for the week of January 27th through January 31st and beyond.
Weather Update
I hope all Penderlea students and families stayed safe and warm during last weeks snow storm.
Penderlea will return to a regular schedule tomorrow(January 27th). This means students can be dropped off at 7:20 AM, school will start at 7:40 AM, and students will be dismissed at 2:50 PM.
Word of the Week
This week’s Word of the Week will be Perspective. Perspective means how someone sees something, point of view.
Please re-enforce the use of this word at home.
NC Check Ins Update
Students in grades 3-8 will complete NC Check-Ins this week. Updated NC Check-In dates are as follows:
● Math Check-Ins- Monday January 27th
● Reading Check-Ins- Wednesday January 29th
● 5th & 8th grade Science Check-Ins on Friday January 31st
Please ensure that your student brings their Chromebook back tomorrow to help support making sure every child has a device to make these assessments on.
100thish Day of School
Since Penderlea was out of school on our 100th day of school, we have decided to celebrate our 100th day of school on Thursday January 30th. Elementary teachers will send more information home to parents this week.
Athletic
This week in athletics.
January 27th- HOME Basketball Game vs Cape Fear Middle School
Girls start at 4:30PM, boys play directly after.
All Penderlea students are free for the first home game.
January 30th- AWAY Basketball Game at West Pender Middle School
Girls start at 4:30PM, boys play directly after.
8th Grade Formal
8th Grade Formal Parent Meeting on Wednesday February 5th at 3:15 in the media center.
STEM 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!
To help support STEM Night, we are asking if you have any empty 2 liter bottles at home, please send them to your student’s teacher.
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).
BETA Club Can Tab Collection
The NC Beta Service Project right now is to collect can tabs that will be donated to the Ronald McDonald House. Penderlea will be collecting can tabs through January 31st. All can tabs need to be turned into Mrs. Finn or Mrs. Kolb.
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