Snow Day Fun! ❄️ Pender County Schools are closed on Monday, so let’s make the most of this winter wonderland! We want to see your best snow pictures—whether it’s building snowmen, sledding, or just enjoying the frosty views. Share your photos using #PCSSnow26, and we might feature our favorites! 📸☃️
Dear Pender County Schools Families,
Because of the expected winter weather across our area this weekend, Pender County Schools will have a “snow day” on Monday, February 2nd.
A decision regarding Tuesday’s schedule will be announced at a later date to allow us to check on facilities and travel conditions. Teachers will prepare their students for the possibility of a remote learning day, we ask that families be prepared as well. Announcements will be made using our normal channels.
Thank you for your flexibility and understanding. Be safe, have fun, and stay warm!
Estimadas familias de las Escuelas del Condado de Pender:
Debido al clima invernal esperado en nuestra área este fin de semana, las Escuelas del Condado de Pender tendrán un “día de nieve” el lunes 2 de febrero.
La decisión sobre el horario del martes se anunciará en una fecha posterior para permitirnos revisar las instalaciones y las condiciones de viaje. Los maestros prepararán a sus estudiantes para la posibilidad de un día de aprendizaje remoto, y pedimos que las familias también estén preparadas. Los anuncios se harán a través de nuestros canales habituales.
Gracias por su flexibilidad y comprensión. ¡Manténganse seguros, diviértanse y abríguense!
Because of the expected winter weather across our area this weekend, Pender County Schools will have a “snow day” on Monday, February 2nd.
A decision regarding Tuesday’s schedule will be announced at a later date to allow us to check on facilities and travel conditions. Teachers will prepare their students for the possibility of a remote learning day, we ask that families be prepared as well. Announcements will be made using our normal channels.
Thank you for your flexibility and understanding. Be safe, have fun, and stay warm!
Estimadas familias de las Escuelas del Condado de Pender:
Debido al clima invernal esperado en nuestra área este fin de semana, las Escuelas del Condado de Pender tendrán un “día de nieve” el lunes 2 de febrero.
La decisión sobre el horario del martes se anunciará en una fecha posterior para permitirnos revisar las instalaciones y las condiciones de viaje. Los maestros prepararán a sus estudiantes para la posibilidad de un día de aprendizaje remoto, y pedimos que las familias también estén preparadas. Los anuncios se harán a través de nuestros canales habituales.
Gracias por su flexibilidad y comprensión. ¡Manténganse seguros, diviértanse y abríguense!
Students who ride bus 284 will ride bus 322 this afternoon. Thank you!
Due to the upcoming Snow Storm, Pender County Schools will have a Snow Day for students Monday 2/2. Teachers will have an optional virtual workday. Students will not have school at all Monday. We will keep you posted about Tuesday and Wednesday. Please check your social media as well as local news. STAY SAFE AND WARM! Enjoy the snow!
It might be cold outside but the fishing is hot in the STEAM Lab! Kindergarten and First graders went fishing as they learned about magnets 🧲 and different ways to sort. Second Graders had to engineer their own fishing rods before going fishing 🎣!
We're happy to share with you that Annabel from Ms. Morgan's 3rd grade class is our Sea Turtle of the Week. Annabel, your school is proud of you. 💙🐢💚
Good Afternoon Sea Turtles. Bus 261 will be at least 45 minutes late this afternoon. Children who ride bus 261 will ride bus 258. If you would like to make other arrangements, please contact your child's teacher and sce_info@pender.k12.nc.us. We are sorry for the inconvenience.
Good Morning Sea Turtles!
Bus 291 students will ride bus 290 this afternoon.
This means the second route of 291 will be approximately 20 minutes early.
Have a great day!
Bus 291 students will ride bus 290 this afternoon.
This means the second route of 291 will be approximately 20 minutes early.
Have a great day!
Good Afternoon -
Please be reminded of Pender County Policy regarding student water bottle. In the district handbook, it is posted as follows:
Water Bottles
Students are permitted to bring water bottles to school, but they should only contain water. Other beverages, like juice or milk, can be consumed during lunch.
Also we are asking you no longer allow your child to bring any beverage other than water into the building from the car line anymore. We have students bringing full Starbucks drinks, sodas, fast food etc. Please finish your treats before exiting the car daily. This practice is fair to all students. See administration if you have questions. Thank you!
Please be reminded of Pender County Policy regarding student water bottle. In the district handbook, it is posted as follows:
Water Bottles
Students are permitted to bring water bottles to school, but they should only contain water. Other beverages, like juice or milk, can be consumed during lunch.
Also we are asking you no longer allow your child to bring any beverage other than water into the building from the car line anymore. We have students bringing full Starbucks drinks, sodas, fast food etc. Please finish your treats before exiting the car daily. This practice is fair to all students. See administration if you have questions. Thank you!
💙TEACHER TUESDAY🍎
Ms. Amanda Montaruli teaches Kindergarten at Surf City Elementary. This is her second year at SCE, and she also has teaching experience from Charleston, South Carolina. Staff describe her as someone who works hard, stays positive, and brings a steady, encouraging presence to the kindergarten team.
Ms. Montaruli is known for the way she connects with students and keeps her classroom welcoming. She supports children with patience and a kind approach, while still holding them to routines and expectations that help them grow.
Her coworkers also appreciate the support she gives the kindergarten team. She checks in often, helps others stay on track, and jumps in when something needs to be done. Several staff members shared that she responds quickly when someone has a question or needs help, no matter what time of day it is.
Thank you, Ms. Montaruli, for your positive attitude and the support you bring to students and staff at Surf City Elementary. 💛
Ms. Amanda Montaruli teaches Kindergarten at Surf City Elementary. This is her second year at SCE, and she also has teaching experience from Charleston, South Carolina. Staff describe her as someone who works hard, stays positive, and brings a steady, encouraging presence to the kindergarten team.
Ms. Montaruli is known for the way she connects with students and keeps her classroom welcoming. She supports children with patience and a kind approach, while still holding them to routines and expectations that help them grow.
Her coworkers also appreciate the support she gives the kindergarten team. She checks in often, helps others stay on track, and jumps in when something needs to be done. Several staff members shared that she responds quickly when someone has a question or needs help, no matter what time of day it is.
Thank you, Ms. Montaruli, for your positive attitude and the support you bring to students and staff at Surf City Elementary. 💛
January has been a busy month for our lost & found — there’s a ton of items waiting to be reunited! 😮🧥🧢🧣👕
Check out Ms. Hanson preparing our first graders to begin their weaving project.
Good afternoon Pender County Schools families.
As the weather forecast continues to trend warmer Sunday into Monday, Pender County Schools will operate on a normal schedule on Monday, January 26th.
The latest information from the National Weather Service shows a "high confidence" of rain as temperatures warm on Sunday. We will continue to keep an eye on the weather and make any adjustments if necessary.
We thank you for your understanding and look forward to seeing our students on Monday morning.
Buenas tardes, familias de las Escuelas del Condado de Pender.
A medida que el pronóstico del tiempo continúa indicando temperaturas más cálidas desde el domingo hasta el lunes, las Escuelas del Condado de Pender operarán con un horario normal el lunes 26 de enero.
La información más reciente del Servicio Meteorológico Nacional muestra una “alta probabilidad” de lluvia a medida que las temperaturas aumenten el domingo. Continuaremos monitoreando las condiciones del tiempo y realizaremos cualquier ajuste necesario si se requiere.
Agradecemos su comprensión y esperamos ver a nuestros estudiantes el lunes por la mañana.
As the weather forecast continues to trend warmer Sunday into Monday, Pender County Schools will operate on a normal schedule on Monday, January 26th.
The latest information from the National Weather Service shows a "high confidence" of rain as temperatures warm on Sunday. We will continue to keep an eye on the weather and make any adjustments if necessary.
We thank you for your understanding and look forward to seeing our students on Monday morning.
Buenas tardes, familias de las Escuelas del Condado de Pender.
A medida que el pronóstico del tiempo continúa indicando temperaturas más cálidas desde el domingo hasta el lunes, las Escuelas del Condado de Pender operarán con un horario normal el lunes 26 de enero.
La información más reciente del Servicio Meteorológico Nacional muestra una “alta probabilidad” de lluvia a medida que las temperaturas aumenten el domingo. Continuaremos monitoreando las condiciones del tiempo y realizaremos cualquier ajuste necesario si se requiere.
Agradecemos su comprensión y esperamos ver a nuestros estudiantes el lunes por la mañana.
Students in Mrs. Gray and Ms. Mizell's 4th grade classes had a little tea party today while they studied the events of the Boston Tea Party and how different people's experiences affected their perspectives on the American Revolution. ☕ Students did a cast read of the Boston Tea Party, each taking on a role of either a Patriot or Loyalist. 📜 They also worked on writing letters to the Sons of Liberty stating their perspectives on the events leading up to the war. Check out their amazing essays from last week. 📝
"Show me a family of readers, and I will show you the people who move the world." – Napoleon
PCS Superbowl Reading Challenge begins January 24, 2026 to kick-off NFL Championship Weekend leading up to the Superbowl.
Rules:
1. Follow the PCS Million Minute Reading Challenge Guidelines.
2. Every thousand minutes logged per school will equal one touchdown with 7 points.
3. The school with the most touchdowns wins the game at the end of Superbowl Weekend (midnight, Feb 8, 2026).
4. Get your students and staff involved in the challenge.
5. Log reading minutes in PCS Million Minute Reading Challenge Google Form for each school found on Classlink.
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd2qU5v46_WHQAAMVen756lP9yCRDBLT9kOpQjNfjkiEb-97g/viewform
6. We will share a weekly game board for tracking. We are looking to put it on the district website and go LIVE with weekly with the touchdowns - MORE TO COME 🏈🏈🏈
PCS Superbowl Reading Challenge begins January 24, 2026 to kick-off NFL Championship Weekend leading up to the Superbowl.
Rules:
1. Follow the PCS Million Minute Reading Challenge Guidelines.
2. Every thousand minutes logged per school will equal one touchdown with 7 points.
3. The school with the most touchdowns wins the game at the end of Superbowl Weekend (midnight, Feb 8, 2026).
4. Get your students and staff involved in the challenge.
5. Log reading minutes in PCS Million Minute Reading Challenge Google Form for each school found on Classlink.
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd2qU5v46_WHQAAMVen756lP9yCRDBLT9kOpQjNfjkiEb-97g/viewform
6. We will share a weekly game board for tracking. We are looking to put it on the district website and go LIVE with weekly with the touchdowns - MORE TO COME 🏈🏈🏈
Can second graders be xylophone rockstars? 🎶 Ms. Holt's 2nd grade class just proved it by playing a bright, joyful tune on the xylophone today — teamwork, focus, and big smiles all around. 🔗 https://youtu.be/9Da6DECl-Ws
We're happy to share with you that Hadley from Ms. Gray's 4th grade class is our Sea Turtle of the Week. Hadley, your school is proud of you. 💙🐢💚
Good evening. In preparation for possible inclement weather, Pender County will offer a bagged lunch and a bagged breakfast for students to take home tomorrow, in case schools are virtual or closed Monday, 1/23.
While taking attendance, students will have the chance to tell the teacher if they would like to take home the 2 bagged meals. Feel free to discuss with your child tonight and decide if you would like them to grab some bagged meals. This is completely optional and no charge to the parents at all.
The district will meet on Friday afternoon and Saturday morning to make a decision about school Monday. We will post as soon as we know the verdict.
While taking attendance, students will have the chance to tell the teacher if they would like to take home the 2 bagged meals. Feel free to discuss with your child tonight and decide if you would like them to grab some bagged meals. This is completely optional and no charge to the parents at all.
The district will meet on Friday afternoon and Saturday morning to make a decision about school Monday. We will post as soon as we know the verdict.
BOTH ROUTES of bus 291 will ride Bus 290 today.
291 second route may be a few minutes early.
291 second route may be a few minutes early.
