Good evening Penderlea Families,
Here are some important information and updates for the week of February 17th through February 21st and beyond.
Word of the Week
This week’s Word of the Week will be Previous. Previous means going before in time or order.
Please re-enforce the use of this word at home.
Kindergarten Timeline
If you, or someone you know has a Kindergartener who will be joining Penderlea next school year, please see the following link for important dates and information regarding Kindergarten registration.
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1k-2qse7KgeWoR5l78Poec6x8ugFnwkiNJFP-_ZfHgkk/edit?usp=sharing
Pender High Freshman Transition Night
Pender High School is hosting a “Transition Night” for all incoming freshmen who will be attending PHS. The event is from 5:00 PM to 6:30 PM and will allow current 8th grade students to gain valuable insight on class offerings, graduation requirements, and how to get involved.
Transportation Update
As of the time of this message, all busing is back to normal tomorrow February 17th.
PCS Student Dress Code Policy Review
Pender County Schools is in the process of reviewing the current student dress code policy which was adopted in 2011. Student and parents' voices and opinions are imperative as we review the dress code. The survey is designed to help Pender County Schools gain valuable insight into the review and revision of the current policy. To provide transparency, the questions on the survey are linked below for review. Staff and Parents are also encouraged to provide feedback using the same survey.
This survey will close for students, staff and parents on February 28th.
Reassignment Request
In an effort to accommodate the educational preferences of families in the Pender County School District, officials have opened the reassignment request period for the upcoming 2025-2026 academic year. Parents who wish to enroll their students in a Pender County school outside of their designated attendance zone, with the exception of Pender Early College and Pender Innovative Learning Academy, are encouraged to participate in the application process.
The application period opens on February 1, 2025, allowing parents ample time to consider alternative educational options for their children. The deadline for submitting reassignment requests is March 31, 2025.
Link to School Reassignment Request
Attendance Announcements
Congratulations to Mrs. Lanier, Mrs. Graham, and Ms. Sapp classes for hitting the first tier of the attendance incentives. This means that each class had 95 percent of students attend 10 or more days since the start of the new semester!
Athletic
This week in athletics.
February 17th- Home basketball game vs West Pender MS(8th Grade Night)
Girls start at 4:30PM, boys play directly after.
We will recognize our 8th grade basketball players and cheerleaders after both games conclude.
February 20th- Away basketball game at Cape Fear MS
Girls start at 4:30PM, boys play directly after.
FCA Meeting
FCA will have their monthly FCA meeting on February 18th at 4:30pm immediately following basketball practice. Pick up time will be 5:30pm in front of the school. For those students who are not playing basketball and would like to stay after school they can stay with Nurse Bain for a study hall until FCA begins.
CAP Application Open
The College Accelerator Program (CAP) application is now open, and students/families can access the application using the following link.
Application Deadline: May 1, 2025
Notification of Acceptance/Waitlist Status: May 22, 2025
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).
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]
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