Who’s bringing fresh energy to our classrooms? Our amazing UNCW teacher interns! 🌟📚 We’re so thankful they’re learning alongside our teachers and students, trying new lessons, and inspiring curiosity every day. Ms. Wilson's UNCW intern, Ms. Lane, created and presented a great lesson on the circulatory system that included guided notes and a hands-on activity making a model heart with clay. 🫀
Looking for a fun and engaging summer opportunity for students ages 10–14? 🌟
UNCW’s Junior Seahawk Academy is back for Summer 2026 with hands-on experiences in STEM, healthcare, and teacher education. Students will explore real-world learning through live demonstrations and interactive activities.
📅 Session 1: June 29–July 2
📅 Session 2: July 7–10
🕣 Time: 8:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
📍 Location: Sayed Hall
💻 Zoom options available
💲 Cost: $25
High school students can also get involved as Junior Mentors and gain valuable leadership experience.
Apply today and learn more: uncw.edu/ed/jrseahawk
UNCW’s Junior Seahawk Academy is back for Summer 2026 with hands-on experiences in STEM, healthcare, and teacher education. Students will explore real-world learning through live demonstrations and interactive activities.
📅 Session 1: June 29–July 2
📅 Session 2: July 7–10
🕣 Time: 8:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
📍 Location: Sayed Hall
💻 Zoom options available
💲 Cost: $25
High school students can also get involved as Junior Mentors and gain valuable leadership experience.
Apply today and learn more: uncw.edu/ed/jrseahawk
🌟 Student Spotlight 🌟
Jane is a 1st grader at Surf City Elementary, recognized for leadership and academic success.
Jane is a dependable student who takes her work seriously and does her best each day. She is also quick to help others, whether it’s a classmate or her teacher. Her willingness to step in and support those around her makes a difference in the classroom.
Jane’s actions help create a positive learning environment where students work together and support one another.
Outside of school, Jane enjoys surfing 🌊, basketball 🏀, gymnastics 🤸♀️, and spending time with her sister and friends. Her favorite food is cake 🎂, and her favorite colors are pink and rainbow 💗🌈. She has a dog named Mac 🐶.
One fun fact—Jane has swum with a dolphin 🐬 and can do a handstand.
💗 Thank you, Jane, for the effort and kindness you show at Surf City Elementary.
Jane is a 1st grader at Surf City Elementary, recognized for leadership and academic success.
Jane is a dependable student who takes her work seriously and does her best each day. She is also quick to help others, whether it’s a classmate or her teacher. Her willingness to step in and support those around her makes a difference in the classroom.
Jane’s actions help create a positive learning environment where students work together and support one another.
Outside of school, Jane enjoys surfing 🌊, basketball 🏀, gymnastics 🤸♀️, and spending time with her sister and friends. Her favorite food is cake 🎂, and her favorite colors are pink and rainbow 💗🌈. She has a dog named Mac 🐶.
One fun fact—Jane has swum with a dolphin 🐬 and can do a handstand.
💗 Thank you, Jane, for the effort and kindness you show at Surf City Elementary.
This week Ms. Pleasant's Pre K class is learning all about the letter X! ✨ They've practiced recognizing the letter X, making the X sound, and finding words that begin with X. Having fun learning and exploring new letters together! 💛🩻
Can paper become a roller coaster? 🎢✨ Our 5th grade AIG team said YES — months of teamwork, sketches, and test runs led to paper marble coasters that kept marbles rolling for impressively long times. This morning they tested them to see which design kept the marble rolling the longest — and the results were amazing! 🏆🛠️ Congratulations to Carter, Henry & Elijah with a time of 42.79 seconds.
Teacher Tuesday: Ms. Trudy Carmichael — Surf City Elementary
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Ms. Trudy Carmichael is a teacher at Surf City Elementary and has been with the school for three years. Families and staff share that she creates a classroom where students feel comfortable, supported, and ready to learn. She builds strong relationships with her students and sets clear expectations, helping them grow both academically and personally. Many of her former students return to visit, which speaks to the connection she builds.
Ms. Carmichael also works closely with families. She communicates regularly and makes sure parents feel informed and included in their child’s progress. Families say they trust her and appreciate the care she shows their children each day.
What stands out most about Ms. Carmichael is her commitment to growing as an educator. While teaching full time, she is also working toward a degree in school administration. She supports her team by helping beginning teachers, sharing resources, and offering guidance when needed. She also works with a student teacher in her classroom, helping them learn day-to-day teaching practices.
Thank you, Ms. Carmichael, for the support you provide to students, families, and staff at Surf City Elementary. 💛✅
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Ms. Trudy Carmichael is a teacher at Surf City Elementary and has been with the school for three years. Families and staff share that she creates a classroom where students feel comfortable, supported, and ready to learn. She builds strong relationships with her students and sets clear expectations, helping them grow both academically and personally. Many of her former students return to visit, which speaks to the connection she builds.
Ms. Carmichael also works closely with families. She communicates regularly and makes sure parents feel informed and included in their child’s progress. Families say they trust her and appreciate the care she shows their children each day.
What stands out most about Ms. Carmichael is her commitment to growing as an educator. While teaching full time, she is also working toward a degree in school administration. She supports her team by helping beginning teachers, sharing resources, and offering guidance when needed. She also works with a student teacher in her classroom, helping them learn day-to-day teaching practices.
Thank you, Ms. Carmichael, for the support you provide to students, families, and staff at Surf City Elementary. 💛✅
Good Afternoon
Both Routes of bus 291 will be combined today as a first run. The second run students may be 15-20 minutes early.
Thank you!
Both Routes of bus 291 will be combined today as a first run. The second run students may be 15-20 minutes early.
Thank you!
Good morning! Bus 288 will be approximately 10 minutes late this morning. Bus 291 will run this route.
Thank you!
Thank you!
Better late than never! We want to share that Demi from Ms. Colant's Kindergarten class was our Sea Turtle of the Week for the week of March 30-April 2. Demi, your school is proud of you. 💙🐢💚
There will be two in person meetings for the families interested in band class for next year at Surf City Middle. One meeting will be on 4/22 and the other will be 4/29. Both meetings are at 6pm until 7pm. All information regarding band class will be given out at this meeting as well as your student can reserve their own instrument! Instruments are delivered at the beginning of each school year. Even if you have your own instrument, come to one of the meetings and let Mr. Judy know! If there are any questions, please email Mr. Judy at trevor_judy@pender.k12.nc.us 🎺🎶🥁🎶🎷
Since April is the Month of the Military Child, we wanted to recognize the resilience of all our SCE & SCM military-connected children with a school-wide parade. 💜 Check out the parade here 👉🔗 https://youtube.com/shorts/j9UUWaJpquY
🎉 Let's Celebrate Military Kids Week! 🎉
Next week, April 13th to 17th, we're honoring the incredible resilience and bravery of our Military Kids! 🌟 Whether they're navigating deployments, changing schools, or supporting their families, our military children inspire us every day with their strength and courage. 💜
📣Calling all military students with active-duty parents, OMKC students, and their families!
Have you RSVP'd yet? If not, use the following link to do so.
🔗 https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScKpdpEgCy18cdoF-hMT6ddRzW9Y2fnvdCUX-4v3khtSBtzeA/viewform?usp=dialog
📅 Event Details:
April 24th
6:00–8:00 PM (Doors open at 5:45 PM; Ceremony begins promptly at 6:00 PM)
Middle School Gym
Formal attire
Have you RSVP'd yet? If not, use the following link to do so.
🔗 https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScKpdpEgCy18cdoF-hMT6ddRzW9Y2fnvdCUX-4v3khtSBtzeA/viewform?usp=dialog
📅 Event Details:
April 24th
6:00–8:00 PM (Doors open at 5:45 PM; Ceremony begins promptly at 6:00 PM)
Middle School Gym
Formal attire
Have you signed up for Parent ProTech yet? It's a free digital safety and technology resource for all PCS families.
👉 Here is April's tip: Some games and chats let strangers message your child. Learn where those settings hide and how to block them.
Get tips on Parent ProTech 🔗 https://app.parentprotech.com/1186/pender-county-schools/en/signup?source=admin
👉 Here is April's tip: Some games and chats let strangers message your child. Learn where those settings hide and how to block them.
Get tips on Parent ProTech 🔗 https://app.parentprotech.com/1186/pender-county-schools/en/signup?source=admin
Thanks to Ms. Childress for organizing purple ribbon day the past two days. 💜 Military students were encouraged to come add their names to a ribbon and then tie it to the Military Kids Purple Ribbon Tree.
Can we get a round of applause for Coach Ramsey?! 👏🎉 Our Field Day was a blast — full of laughter, teamwork, and unforgettable moments. Swipe to see the smiles and the races that made the past two days so special. 📸✨
Good Afternoon Sea Turtle Families!
Both routes of bus 291 will be combined as a first run today. The second run students may be earlier than usual.
Happy Spring Break!
Both routes of bus 291 will be combined as a first run today. The second run students may be earlier than usual.
Happy Spring Break!
Wearing blue in support of World Autism Awareness Day. 💙 #CelebrateDifferences
Fifth graders enjoyed their day at Penderlea Farms for Agriculture Day! Students were introduced to many different topics and hands-on activities. From master gardeners to farming drones and goats, they had an opportunity to learn about the farming community and get a firsthand glimpse into the world of farming and agriculture. 👩🌾🚜
💜One way for us to celebrate the challenges and triumphs of our military-connected children. 🎥🔗https://youtube.com/shorts/WdGx3OvUGis
