Surf City Elementary Families. Bus 279 is runnning approximately 30 minutes late. Bus 280 has a sub driver. Please expect delays.
about 11 hours ago, Surf City Elementary
Big smiles for Kindergarten! 🌈✨ Our caring Kindergarten teachers fill the classroom with laughter, curiosity, hands-on learning and lots of encouragement. that helps our youngest students grow. 🌟Drop a quick shoutout to a K teacher who makes magic happen! 💬👏
about 16 hours ago, Surf City Elementary
Kindergarten team posing for a picture
Safety First! ✅This morning our students learned about bus safety, participated in a bus evacuation and a fire drill as well as used the quiet coyote sign to follow their teacher back into the building. Great job putting safety first! 🚌
about 17 hours ago, Surf City Elementary
students watching a bus evacuation drill
students at a bus evacuation drill
students at a bus evacuation drill
students at a bus evacuation drill
students at a fire drill
student using quiet coyote sign in line
Grateful for the kindness and safety that Officer Wyke & Officer Kelley bring to both of our schools. 💙👮‍♂️🤝
about 18 hours ago, Surf City Elementary
SRO walking down the hallway holding a kids hand
Excited for a strong start to 5th grade! 🎉✨ Our dedicated 5th grade teachers bring enthusiasm, meaningful instruction, and a positive classroom culture that supports student growth. Drop some love in the comments — let’s fill their feed with gratitude! 💬👏📚
1 day ago, Surf City Elementary
5th grade team of teachers
Candy + conversation = classroom magic! 🍬✨ Mrs. Clark's second graders enjoyed a sweet way to spark conversation. First they sorted by color, then they answered prompts tied to each color No snacking until you share — then enjoy!
1 day ago, Surf City Elementary
2nd graders sitting on the carpet in groups talking
2nd graders sitting on the carpet in groups talking
Who’s ready to ROCK 4th grade? 🎉 Our amazing 4th grade teachers are bringing passion, fun, and big smiles this year — and we can’t wait to see the magic! ✨ Comment below to give a shoutout to one of our fantastic 4th grade teachers! — they’ll love reading your notes. 💬👏🍎
3 days ago, Surf City Elementary
4th grade teachers
🥞🍕August/September breakfast & lunch menus 🔗 https://bit.ly/3WtG3o2
3 days ago, Surf City Elementary
breakfast & lunch menu
Electronic Devices:

Last year new STATE laws were put into affect. I am sending a reminder of the policy on personal cell phones and smart watches.

Pender County Schools provides every child with a Chromebook, therefore personal technology devices are not approved for use at school. All personal cell phones, tablets, smartwatches, etc must be turned off and stored in the child’s backpack during the school day. If a device proves to be a distraction or is used during the school day, it can be confiscated. Please refer to PCS Board Policies 3220, 3221, 3225, 3226, and 4318 for policies related to student technology usage. Parents, please help us by not messaging your student during the school day. If there is an emergency, you may contact the office and we will be happy to help.
3 days ago, Karla Smith
No cell phones

Thank you for a great first day! Students and staff were excited to be back in school. There were a lot of great things going on around the building. Thanks to the SCM cheerleaders for welcoming the kids into the building this morning and a big thanks to families for being patient at dismissal during those wild storms — safety first!⛈️ Rest up and we'll see everyone in the morning for another awesome day! 😊🚌

3 days ago, Surf City Elementary
SCm cheerleaders welcoming students in this morning
teachers posing on the first day of school
3rd grade students posing for a picture
4th grader on the playground
3rd grade class posing for a picture
1st grade class posing for a picture
student swinging on the swings
AP soaked after car duty
Good evening, Sea Turtle Families!
Tomorrow morning, students assigned to Bus 287 will ride Bus 214. Get a good night's rest, and we will see you in the morning!
4 days ago, Leah Smith
Bus 287
💉 Need to get your child’s immunizations up to date for the new school year?

The Pender County Health Department will hold a one-day extended Back-to-School Immunization Clinic on Tuesday, August 25, from 7 a.m.–7 p.m. at both locations:

📍 Burgaw — 298 Progress Drive
📍 Hampstead — 15060 Highway 17

📞 For more information or assistance, call (910) 259-1230.

Help your student start the school year healthy and ready to learn! 🎒📚

💉 ¿Necesita poner al día las vacunas de su hijo para el nuevo año escolar?

El Departamento de Salud del Condado de Pender ofrecerá un horario extendido para su Clínica de Vacunación para el Regreso a Clases el martes 25 de agosto, de 7:00 a.m. a 7:00 p.m., en ambas ubicaciones:

📍 Burgaw — 298 Progress Drive
📍 Hampstead — 15060 Highway 17

📞 Para obtener más información o asistencia, llame al (910) 259-1230.

¡Ayude a su estudiante a comenzar el año escolar saludable y listo para aprender! 🎒📚
6 days ago, Bob Fankboner
back to school immunization clinic
immunization clinic (spanish)
Who’s ready for a great year? 🎒✨ Our Open House was a huge success — we loved meeting families and showing off our classrooms! Teachers are excited, classrooms are ready, and we can’t wait to learn and grow together. Drop a shout out to your teacher below — we’d love to hear! 💬🏫
7 days ago, Surf City Elementary
open House at elementary school
open House at elementary school
open House at elementary school
open House at elementary school
open House at elementary school
open House at elementary school
open House at elementary school
open House at elementary school

Please take a moment to read our first Parent Newsletter for the 26-27 year. You will receive a newsletter monthly! We are excited for another great year at Surf City Elementary!

https://app.smore.com/n/hkcen

8 days ago, Karla Smith
August Newsletter
Greetings from Surf City Elementary! Our teachers have been working diligently preparing their classrooms for their amazing new students. You will be receiving a personal phone call or email from your child's teachers to schedule your Orientation Meeting time for Thursday August 20. Please arrive promptly at your appointment time, as teachers will be presenting information in 30 minute time slots. Scheduling appointment times allows for a more personalized Open House experience. We look forward to seeing you Thursday!
10 days ago, Karla Smith
Open House
Back together and ready to set sail! ⚓️Our SCE staff came together for an energizing opening meeting — so happy to be back as a team and gearing up for another successful year where we're anchored in excellence and sailing toward success. 📚💙
10 days ago, Surf City Elementary
pictures of opening staff meeting
pictures of opening staff meeting
pictures of opening staff meeting
pictures of opening staff meeting
pictures of opening staff meeting
pictures of opening staff meeting
Surf City Elementary welcomes Mrs. Nikki Full as an EC Instructional Assistant. She was a wonderful addition to our K team last year and will be transitioning to our EC Team this year.. Welcome Mrs. Full!
18 days ago, Karla Smith
Welcome!
Good morning Surf City Families!
We are looking forward to a new school year, and I know students and families are getting excited as well.
Once teachers return, they will be given their class lists and will begin calling families to introduce themselves and to provide Open House information to families. Please be patient with them as they will be making these phone calls between beginning of the year meetings and trainings.

Kindergarten and Pre-K Orientation is August 20th 2:00pm-4:00pm.
Open House for 1st through 5th graders is on August 20th 4:00pm-6:00pm.

School Supply Lists can be located on our school website at https://www.pender.k12.nc.us/o/sce/documents/supply-lists/16764672

Additional information, such as the school calendar and sign-ups Kindergarten screening can be located on our school website as well.
https://www.pender.k12.nc.us/o/sce

We cannot wait to see everyone soon!
18 days ago, Surf City Elementary
Back to school
The first day is just around the corner! Please help our students keep up with their items by labeling waterbottles, jackets, and lunch boxes. This year, let's make the choice to reduce clutter, save time, and help students build lifelong responsibility skills. We will see you soon!
18 days ago, Leah Smith
lost and found

🌎Where in the World Is Surf City Elementary? – Student Edition! 🌎

A rising first grader took our SCE spirit along for the next adventure! Let's check out the clues to figure out where he is.

🔍 Here are your clues:
🇺🇸🇨🇦 It sits along a river where you can be very close to two different countries at the same time!
🏝️ This beautiful island is located just off the coast of a major city famous for cars and Motown music.
🏒🏀⚾ The state where this island is located loves its sports teams, including the Lions, Tigers, Pistons, and Red Wings.

💬 Drop your answer in the comments below.

20 days ago, Surf City Elementary
student wearing a his surf city elementary tshirt