To help with recent staff shortages, a new directive by Gov. Roy Cooper will allow state employees to serve as substitute staff in schools. As a reminder here are the requirements for substitutes and bus drivers who are seeking to work with Pender County Schools.
Becoming a substitute teacher - https://bit.ly/31ZdMgs
BEST OF THE BEST - Topsail wrestler Ethan Blevins is ranked number one in the state with a perfect 36-0 record. Jackson Fuller from the StarNews caught up with the junior. You can read the story here https://bit.ly/3zTW9ez
Admires mom and dad and has a goal to land on the honor roll in college - Mecca Walker is checking the right boxes early so it's no shock the Surf City Middle 7th grader is this weeks Star News Pender County School's Student of the Week
https://bit.ly/3FnY9wF
During the Board of Education meeting Christie Brown (PECHS) and Dr. Larry Obeda (THS) accepted certificates from the State recognizing their outstanding graduation rates. Board Chair Brad George accepted for Pender County Schools which was named a Top Ten district.
Walk the Walk - Pender County Schools was recently recognized as a "Top Ten" school district for graduation rates (93.2%). Pender Early College High School achieved 100% graduation for 2020-21, Topsail High School achieved 95.2%.
https://bit.ly/3K2mT12
A big thanks to Topsail Magazine for putting the spotlight on Superintendent Hill's personal path and the one he envisions for students in Pender County Schools to succeed.
https://www.topsailmag.com/a-clear-path-forward/
After averaging 12 points in two wins over the holiday break,, Topsail's Lexie Dawson was named the StarNews Athlete of the Week https://bit.ly/3qbgF71 (photo courtesy - Star News)
As a 1st grader at Surf City Elementary Addie Timaeus already has her sights set on college, just don't interrupt her if she's talking about it. She's a fan of nature and Mississippi Mud Cake and she's the latest Star News Pender County Student of the Week https://bit.ly/3mYIeOP
CHICKEN DINNER!! - It's possible considering these are the December winners in the Publix School Stars promotion. Each will receive a $20 Publix gift card because someone thought they had gone above and beyond at their school. Nominate here https://bit.ly/3uZshuO
Due to COVID-19 issues, the Pender HS varsity girls basketball game vs. Laney scheduled for tonight has been canceled. Pender Varsity Boys will play at Laney 6 pm as scheduled. No JV games tonight. PHS plans to resume varsity girls basketball activities as soon as possible.
Spots for Effective Teacher Training at CFCC’s Burgaw Campus are filling up. Remember this course is mandatory for substitute teachers in Pender County Schools.
BOARD OF EDUCATION - special meeting, Tues Dec. 29, 9 a.m.. The purpose of the meeting is to discuss the NCDHHS Contract with Pender County Schools, Commissioners & BOE Joint Resolution , CFES-CFMS Fire Suppression System, and Pender County School district masking protocols.
WALK THE WALK - just a reminder of dates and times for Early Graduation ceremonies. We're looking forward to a very special January 7!
As we head into winter break, just reminder about our Publix School Stars program. It's a way of saying THANKS to deserving people giving them a chance at winning a $20 gift card from Publix. Click the link for the nuts and bolts of who and how to nominate https://bit.ly/3uZshuO
Following an error by the booking agent, the County Championship soccer match between Topsail Middle and Surf City Middle will be played January 11 at 4:30pm at Topsail High School
His goals are to get better at math and become a Marine. If he hasn't won you over, Stephen Andrejack lists "mom" as who he admires. Put it all together and you get this weeks Star News Pender County Schools Student of the Week.
https://bit.ly/3J8BhnX
TURN THOSE TASSELS!!! - Congratulations to the early graduates from Pender Early College who walked this afternoon at Cape Fear Community College's Union Station. We're very proud of your accomplishments!!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LgSwCv6449Q
Unfortunately tonight's scheduled County Championship soccer matches between Topsail Middle and Surf City Middle Schools at Topsail High School have been postponed due to a scheduling error by the booking agent. The booking agent is contracted to provide officials for all matches.
Players, coaches and fans were all ready to play the matches, unfortunately the officials were not notified by the booking agent. Principals, Athletic Directors and Coaches with each team will work to secure a reschedule date to play the matches as soon as possible. Teams will be notified as soon as a rescheduled date is secured.
We apologize for the inconvenience.
NEXT LEVEL - Congratulations to Pender High School senior Defensive Lineman Christopher Spencer who signed a letter of intent to play football at Old Dominion University https://odusports.com/news/2021/12/15/odu-football-adds-10-on-national-signing-day.aspx
