Stingray families! Tonight Boombalati's will host "Dine Out for Kids" in which STE will receive a percentage of tonight's proceeds. Enjoy some yummy ice cream!!
Pender County School Families,
Today a few school districts in North Carolina were affected by false reports of violence on their campuses. We have been in contact with local law enforcement and there is no credible threat to any of our schools. It appears to be part of a hoax known as “swatting.”
While Pender County Schools has not experienced this issue directly, we know the message is circulating on social media and that many of our families may be understandably concerned about school safety. Please know that our top priority is the safety and well-being of our students and staff. We take any and all reports of potential threats seriously, and we are making every effort to maintain an environment where students and staff feel safe.
We would like to continue to remind our students and school community, if you see something, “Say Something” using our reporting system located on the main webpage of every school as well as the Pender County Schools mobile app. Also always report, don’t repost. Sharing false information, making threats, and engaging in online harassment are serious offenses that can have severe consequences.
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to reach out to your individual school. Thank you for your attention to this important update.
📢 Schools Open on Normal Schedule Wednesday, September 18! 📚
We’re happy to inform you that all Pender County Schools will resume regular operations on Wednesday, September 18, 2024. Thank you for your patience and understanding.
YMCA is cancelled, please notify your child's teacher on how your student will get home.
STE will dismiss at 11:50 am. PACES and PTO Basketball Clinic have both been cancelled. Please drive safely. Buses will take a little longer to navigate through our current weather.
Due to the current weather conditions, Pender County Schools is moving to an early release schedule. Additionally, all after-school activities have been canceled.
To view the updated bell schedule for early release, please visit our website - https://www.pender.k12.nc.us/page/school-bell-schedule
At this time, we plan to resume our normal schedule tomorrow.
Thank you for your understanding and cooperation. Please stay safe.
We are so excited to host our "Back to School" Curriculum and PTO night on September 26th from 5:00 pm-6:00 pm. We will all start in the gym for a brief PTO meeting and then release to go to the classrooms to review all the amazing things your child will get to learn this year. Southern Roots Food Truck will be on campus from 4:00 pm-6:00 pm if you would like to purchase dinner!
Congratulations Stingrays, WE EXCEEDED Growth based on the 23-24 NC EOG assessments. We also improved from a 76 to 77 (B) school grade. We have big academic plans for this school year and cannot wait to see how awesome our students do at the end of the school year!
It was wonderful seeing so many Stingray Grandmas and Stingray Grandpas this morning for a special breakfast 🍩
We are proud of our Stingrays at achieving an attendance rate of 95% the first three weeks of school! Keep up the great work!!
Fall picture day will be October 3rd. Please be sure to save the date!!
We would love for grandparents to join us on 9/13 from 7:20 am-8:00 am for breakfast. If you plan on eating, it will cost $5 (cash only). Please RSVP using the link https://tinyurl.com/STESgparents24
📚🍟 Fries for School Supplies is Back! 🍟📚
We are excited to announce that for the second year in a row, our local McDonald’s owner-operators are hosting the Fries for School Supplies fundraiser in our school district!
Last year, over $110,000 was raised for our area schools, and we’re aiming to do even more this year! 🎉
From August 26th to 30th, McDonald’s will donate 10% of sales from all a la carte Fries to help support our schools. It’s a delicious way to contribute to our community! 🙌
https://youtu.be/5vlcSUM-Z2M
🚌 School Buses Are Back on the Road! 🚸
With the first day of school coming up on Monday, our buses will be back on the road, transporting more than 6,000 students safely each day. Our dedicated drivers travel over 8,500 miles daily, navigating all types of weather and road conditions to ensure every child arrives at school ready to learn. Their commitment to safety and care is the backbone of our transportation system.
It takes a special kind of person to be a school bus driver, and we are fortunate to have such dedicated individuals in Pender County Schools. For example, Teresa Coston, a driver for South Topsail Elementary, began driving a bus when she was just 17 years old and continues to serve our community today. Alongside her role as a kindergarten teacher assistant, Ms. Coston, like many of our drivers, is deeply committed to the well-being and success of our students.
As we start the new school year, let's all stay alert and patient on the roads, especially during school bus stops. Remember to follow all traffic laws related to school buses and give them the space they need to operate safely. Together, we can ensure a safe and successful start to the school year for all our students and staff! 🚍💛 #OnePender
Open House is tomorrow 8/22 from 4:00 pm-6:00 pm (drop-in). We can't wait to see you guys!
Stations:
Mrs. Eames- Outside of cafeteria for Transportation
Mrs. London- Front Office with enrollment questions
PACES- Cafeteria
Operations Military Kids Club- Cafeteria
Girl Scouts- Outside of Gym
PTO- Counselors office/front halfway
✂️ Back-to-School Haircuts! ✂️
Cape Fear Community College is offering free haircuts this Saturday, August 24, from 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. at the Barber School located at 108 Walnut St.
No appointments needed—just walk in! All haircuts will be supervised by a licensed instructor and are first-come, first-served. Remember, students under 16 must be accompanied by an adult. Get ready for the new school year with a fresh look!
Stingray Staff are back, and "We're Willing to Bet, This Will Be the Best Year Yet!"
📣 Important Announcement 📣
All Pender County Schools buildings will be closed on Tuesday, August 20, 2024, as our staff gathers for the Convocation event. Normal operating hours will resume on Wednesday, August 21, 2024.
Thank you for your understanding and support as we prepare for a great school year ahead! 🎓✨ #OnePender
🌍 English as a Second Language Classes at CFCC! 🌍
Looking to improve your English skills? Cape Fear Community College is offering English as a Second Language (ESL) classes to help you succeed. Whether you're a student or community member, this is a fantastic opportunity to enhance your language abilities.📚
🌍 ¡Clases de Inglés como Segundo Idioma en CFCC! 🌍
¿Buscas mejorar tus habilidades en inglés? Cape Fear Community College está ofreciendo clases de Inglés como Segundo Idioma (ESL) para ayudarte a tener éxito. Ya seas estudiante o miembro de la comunidad, esta es una oportunidad fantástica para mejorar tus habilidades lingüísticas. 📚
We are so excited to meet our newest Stingrays on Friday at Kindergarten Orientation. We will have two sessions that you can choose to attend based on what works best for your schedule. First session will be from 4:00 pm to 4:45 pm and 5:00 pm to 5:45 pm. Please be sure to bring your rising kindergartener as we have a fun activity that they will get to complete while you are learning everything there is to know about kindergarten at South Topsail Elementary School! See you Friday!
