Dear Surf City Elementary Parents,
We're so excited that our school will be participating in an in-school Penguin Patch® Holiday Shop to spread holiday cheer!
Penguin Patch® Holiday Shop is a fun way for students to shop for family members and experience the spirit of giving while learning to earn, budget, and save! Our shop will be open from December 15th to December 19th.
Your student will have over 100 delightful gifts to choose from, all ranging in price from $0.50 to $12. This is an amazing opportunity to empower your student to choose, purchase, and give gifts to their loved ones!
Happy Holidays,
Maiysha Wimmer
Penguin Patch Holiday Shop Chairperson/PTA President
We're so excited that our school will be participating in an in-school Penguin Patch® Holiday Shop to spread holiday cheer!
Penguin Patch® Holiday Shop is a fun way for students to shop for family members and experience the spirit of giving while learning to earn, budget, and save! Our shop will be open from December 15th to December 19th.
Your student will have over 100 delightful gifts to choose from, all ranging in price from $0.50 to $12. This is an amazing opportunity to empower your student to choose, purchase, and give gifts to their loved ones!
Happy Holidays,
Maiysha Wimmer
Penguin Patch Holiday Shop Chairperson/PTA President
Good Morning Sea Turtles!
The first route of bus 291 (Poplar Branch) will ride bus 290 this afternoon.
The second route of bus 291 will be 45-60 minutes late this afternoon.
Please contact sce_info@pender.k12.nc.us if you would like your child to be a car rider.
Thanks!
The first route of bus 291 (Poplar Branch) will ride bus 290 this afternoon.
The second route of bus 291 will be 45-60 minutes late this afternoon.
Please contact sce_info@pender.k12.nc.us if you would like your child to be a car rider.
Thanks!

Ms. Morgan's students had a blast learning all about forces and motion today! The highlight? Balloons + friction = static electricity! 🎈⚡


Good afternoon Surf City Families,
This morning at 9:25 AM, our school conducted a scheduled lockdown drill. These drills are part of our regular safety procedures and help ensure that students and staff know exactly what to do in the event of an emergency. The drill went smoothly, and students responded responsibly and calmly.
This morning at 9:25 AM, our school conducted a scheduled lockdown drill. These drills are part of our regular safety procedures and help ensure that students and staff know exactly what to do in the event of an emergency. The drill went smoothly, and students responded responsibly and calmly.
♟️ Checkmate Champions in the Making! ♟️
Mrs. Gray's students have been sharpening their minds with chess in library class! From planning strategic moves to practicing patience and good sportsmanship, these kids are showing off some serious brainpower. 🧠 👏🏽♟️
Mrs. Gray's students have been sharpening their minds with chess in library class! From planning strategic moves to practicing patience and good sportsmanship, these kids are showing off some serious brainpower. 🧠 👏🏽♟️



Bus 284 will be 45-60 minutes late this afternoon. Please notify the front office at sce_info@pender.k12.nc.us if you would like your child to be a car rider. Thank you for your patience and understanding.

🎄✨ Volunteers Needed! ✨🎄
Our Holiday Shop is right around the corner, and we need some cheerful helpers to make the magic happen! Students love choosing special gifts for their family and friends, and your support helps create a warm, memorable experience for everyone.
Volunteers needed to help set-up, help students shop, check-out and generally bring the holiday cheer!
🔗 https://www.signupgenius.com/go/70A0E49AAA72FA4FB6-60898336-holiday#/
Our Holiday Shop is right around the corner, and we need some cheerful helpers to make the magic happen! Students love choosing special gifts for their family and friends, and your support helps create a warm, memorable experience for everyone.
Volunteers needed to help set-up, help students shop, check-out and generally bring the holiday cheer!
🔗 https://www.signupgenius.com/go/70A0E49AAA72FA4FB6-60898336-holiday#/
✨TEACHER TUESDAY✨Ms. Morgan Bohrer teaches 1st grade at Surf City Elementary. Colleagues describe her as someone who is dependable and easy to work with. She’s quick to share what she knows, especially when the team is learning new tools. This year, she has helped her grade level with Infinite Campus and Planbook, taking time to walk others through steps and troubleshoot when needed. Her support has made day-to-day tasks easier for the team.
In the classroom, Ms. Bohrer looks for ways to keep students engaged in their lessons. Recently, she noticed that many students needed extra practice with number recognition. Instead of repeating the same routine, she planned a “50s Day” for the entire grade level. Students reviewed numbers 1–50 while participating in simple themed activities. The team will join together for this event, giving students a fun, hands-on way to practice important math skills.
Thank you, Ms. Bohrer, for the time and care you put into supporting your students and your team at Surf City Elementary.💙💛
In the classroom, Ms. Bohrer looks for ways to keep students engaged in their lessons. Recently, she noticed that many students needed extra practice with number recognition. Instead of repeating the same routine, she planned a “50s Day” for the entire grade level. Students reviewed numbers 1–50 while participating in simple themed activities. The team will join together for this event, giving students a fun, hands-on way to practice important math skills.
Thank you, Ms. Bohrer, for the time and care you put into supporting your students and your team at Surf City Elementary.💙💛

Good Rainy Afternoon Sea Turtles! Bus 284 will be 45-60 minutes late this afternoon. The students will ride on bus 322. Please email the school if you need an alternate transportation arrangement.
Thank you!
Thank you!

Happy 67th Day of School! 🥳 Yes, we said it! 6-7! Our teachers showed up in full spirit today with their "6-7" shirts.


Welcome Back Sea Turtles! Bus 288 will be 45-60 minutes late this afternoon. If you would like to change your child's afternoon transportation, please email sce_info@pender.k12.nc.us. Thank you!

🌮 Spirit Night at Burrito Shak in Surf City!
Join us TOMORROW, Tuesday, December 2nd from 4–9 PM for dinner that gives back! A portion of proceeds will support Surf City Elementary and our amazing Sea Turtles. 💚🐢
Skip cooking, grab a burrito, and support our school community!
Join us TOMORROW, Tuesday, December 2nd from 4–9 PM for dinner that gives back! A portion of proceeds will support Surf City Elementary and our amazing Sea Turtles. 💚🐢
Skip cooking, grab a burrito, and support our school community!

Good morning Surf City Elementary Families, Bus 288 is leaving the lot at approximately 7:45am. We are sorry for the late notice and inconvenience this has caused. We appreciate your continued support!

After reading Balloons Over Broadway and learning about the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade, Miss. Bohrer’s first graders chose from fun character and animal templates to create their own parade balloons....who knows, maybe the next big Macy’s balloon will start right here in first grade! 💛🎨🦃🔗https://youtu.be/GAwpadwwG88

🦃🍁 Happy Thanksgiving Break! 🍁🦃 In this time of giving thanks, we give ours to you; our students, staff, families & community. We are thankful for our Sea Turtle family. Wishing everyone a joyful Thanksgiving. We'll see your smiling faces back at school on Monday, December 1.
A huge thank you to Brunswick Search & Rescue for visiting us today! 🚁🐾
Our students loved learning about the important work you do, hearing real stories about teamwork and safety, and — of course — meeting the amazing search-and-rescue dogs! Your visit sparked curiosity, excitement, and lots of great questions!
We truly appreciate the time, energy, and enthusiasm you shared with our school community. You’re always welcome back! 💛👏
🔗 https://youtu.be/C5UYS2fPf44
Our students loved learning about the important work you do, hearing real stories about teamwork and safety, and — of course — meeting the amazing search-and-rescue dogs! Your visit sparked curiosity, excitement, and lots of great questions!
We truly appreciate the time, energy, and enthusiasm you shared with our school community. You’re always welcome back! 💛👏
🔗 https://youtu.be/C5UYS2fPf44





🦃 Turkey Hunt Time! 👀 Our Pre-K explorers had a blast on a school-wide Turkey Hunt today! With clue cards, giggles, and lots of teamwork, they searched high and low to find their classroom turkey. Great job, little hunters! 🦃✨

We're happy to share with you that Clara from Ms. Mizell's 4th grade class is our Sea Turtle of the Week. Clara, your school is proud of you. 💙🐢💚

Ms. D'Zurilla's class enjoyed a special Thanksgiving Feast today! The room was filled with smiles, teamwork, and lots of delicious treats. We are so grateful for our amazing students and staff who make our school family extra special! 🍽️🤗




