This week, we’re celebrating the heart, dedication, patience, creativity, and love our teachers pour into our students every single day. 🍎📚
Students and families from across our district sent in video messages to help us say one big, heartfelt THANK YOU. To make sure every school community can be celebrated together, we’ve combined the messages into one special video per school, and we’ll be sharing them throughout the week. 🎥🏫
These videos are filled with smiles, gratitude, and reminders of the incredible impact teachers make far beyond the classroom. 💛
To every teacher: thank you for showing up, lifting up, encouraging, inspiring, and believing in our students. You are appreciated more than words can say. 🌟
SURF CITY MIDDLE YOUTUBE LINK - https://youtube.com/shorts/4nN_FYvx4Ck

This week, we’re celebrating the heart, dedication, patience, creativity, and love our teachers pour into our students every single day. 🍎📚
Students and families from across our district sent in video messages to help us say one big, heartfelt THANK YOU. To make sure every school community can be celebrated together, we’ve combined the messages into one special video per school, and we’ll be sharing them throughout the week. 🎥🏫
These videos are filled with smiles, gratitude, and reminders of the incredible impact teachers make far beyond the classroom. 💛
To every teacher: thank you for showing up, lifting up, encouraging, inspiring, and believing in our students. You are appreciated more than words can say. 🌟
CAPE FEAR ELEMENTARY YOUTUBE LINK - https://youtu.be/zn7QSu4L6lk

Today we celebrate the compassionate and skilled school nurses who care for the hearts, minds, and health of our students every day. 🏫💉 Whether it’s a bandage, a kind word, or just a hug—you’re always there when it matters most. 🙌
Thank you for being the trusted caregivers in our school communities. 💙

Local businesses, organizations, staff members, and community partners contributed just under $20,000 in donations to help recognize our Teacher of the Year, Beginning Teacher of the Year, Principal of the Year, Assistant Principal of the Year, and other honorees.
We want to thank the many local businesses and individuals who contributed gift cards, baskets, services, items, and other donations for the banquet. Your support helped make the evening meaningful for the educators and school leaders being recognized. 👏
Thank you for supporting Pender County Schools and the people who serve our students each day. 🎓





This week, we’re celebrating the heart, dedication, patience, creativity, and love our teachers pour into our students every single day. 🍎📚
Students and families from across our district sent in video messages to help us say one big, heartfelt THANK YOU. To make sure every school community can be celebrated together, we’ve combined the messages into one special video per school, and we’ll be sharing them throughout the week. 🎥🏫
These videos are filled with smiles, gratitude, and reminders of the incredible impact teachers make far beyond the classroom. 💛
To every teacher: thank you for showing up, lifting up, encouraging, inspiring, and believing in our students. You are appreciated more than words can say. 🌟
C.F. POPE ELEMENTARY YOUTUBE LINK - https://youtube.com/shorts/3fUcjl0h4OE

Ms. Wells teaches at North Topsail Elementary. A student shared that she has made learning feel more comfortable through her kindness and the way she supports her class each day.
What stands out most is her patience and the way she treats students. She takes time to explain things clearly when students are having trouble and makes sure they understand before moving on.
In the nomination, the student shared that Ms. Wells has always been kind and helpful during lessons. When something is confusing, she works through it with them so they can feel more confident.
Thank you, Ms. Wells, for the care and support you provide to your students at North Topsail Elementary. 💛✅

This week, we’re celebrating the heart, dedication, patience, creativity, and love our teachers pour into our students every single day. 🍎📚
Students and families from across our district sent in video messages to help us say one big, heartfelt THANK YOU. To make sure every school community can be celebrated together, we’ve combined the messages into one special video per school, and we’ll be sharing them throughout the week. 🎥🏫
These videos are filled with smiles, gratitude, and reminders of the incredible impact teachers make far beyond the classroom. 💛
To every teacher: thank you for showing up, lifting up, encouraging, inspiring, and believing in our students. You are appreciated more than words can say. 🌟
PENDERLEA SCHOOL YOUTUBE LINK - https://youtube.com/shorts/PvUc3GBQL9k

This week, we’re celebrating the heart, dedication, patience, creativity, and love our teachers pour into our students every single day. 🍎📚
Students and families from across our district sent in video messages to help us say one big, heartfelt THANK YOU. To make sure every school community can be celebrated together, we’ve combined the messages into one special video per school, and we’ll be sharing them throughout the week. 🎥🏫
These videos are filled with smiles, gratitude, and reminders of the incredible impact teachers make far beyond the classroom. 💛
To every teacher: thank you for showing up, lifting up, encouraging, inspiring, and believing in our students. You are appreciated more than words can say. 🌟
SURF CITY ELEMENTARY YOUTUBE LINK - https://youtu.be/avQEBYmqA8M

This week, we’re celebrating the heart, dedication, patience, creativity, and love our teachers pour into our students every single day. 🍎📚
Students and families from across our district sent in video messages to help us say one big, heartfelt THANK YOU. To make sure every school community can be celebrated together, we’ve combined the messages into one special video per school, and we’ll be sharing them throughout the week. 🎥🏫
These videos are filled with smiles, gratitude, and reminders of the incredible impact teachers make far beyond the classroom. 💛
To every teacher: thank you for showing up, lifting up, encouraging, inspiring, and believing in our students. You are appreciated more than words can say. 🌟
ROCKY POINT ELEMENTARY YOUTUBE LINK - https://www.youtube.com/shorts/TQmxXC-pHF8

This week, we’re celebrating the heart, dedication, patience, creativity, and love our teachers pour into our students every single day. 🍎📚
Students and families from across our district sent in video messages to help us say one big, heartfelt THANK YOU. To make sure every school community can be celebrated together, we’ve combined the messages into one special video per school, and we’ll be sharing them throughout the week. 🎥🏫
These videos are filled with smiles, gratitude, and reminders of the incredible impact teachers make far beyond the classroom. 💛
To every teacher: thank you for showing up, lifting up, encouraging, inspiring, and believing in our students. You are appreciated more than words can say. 🌟
NORTH TOPSAIL ELEMENTARY YOUTUBE LINK - https://youtu.be/tV87c-TL5sI

This week, we’re celebrating the heart, dedication, patience, creativity, and love our teachers pour into our students every single day. 🍎📚
Students and families from across our district sent in video messages to help us say one big, heartfelt THANK YOU. To make sure every school community can be celebrated together, we’ve combined the messages into one special video per school, and we’ll be sharing them throughout the week. 🎥🏫
These videos are filled with smiles, gratitude, and reminders of the incredible impact teachers make far beyond the classroom. 💛
To every teacher: thank you for showing up, lifting up, encouraging, inspiring, and believing in our students. You are appreciated more than words can say. 🌟
MALPASS CORNER ELEMENTARY YOUTUBE LINK - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bLW26XaFpaU

This week, we’re celebrating the heart, dedication, patience, creativity, and love our teachers pour into our students every single day. 🍎📚
Students and families from across our district sent in video messages to help us say one big, heartfelt THANK YOU. To make sure every school community can be celebrated together, we’ve combined the messages into one special video per school, and we’ll be sharing them throughout the week. 🎥🏫
These videos are filled with smiles, gratitude, and reminders of the incredible impact teachers make far beyond the classroom. 💛
To every teacher: thank you for showing up, lifting up, encouraging, inspiring, and believing in our students. You are appreciated more than words can say. 🌟
TOPSAIL HIGH YOUTUBE LINK - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CFQSYH3nL9U

Today the High Schools in Pender County offered MEATBALL PIZZA SUBS! Talk about YUM :)

💙✨ It’s Teacher Appreciation Week! ✨💙
This week, we’re celebrating the heart, dedication, patience, creativity, and love our teachers pour into our students every single day. 🍎📚
Students and families from across our district sent in video messages to help us say one big, heartfelt THANK YOU. To make sure every school community can be celebrated together, we’ve combined the messages into one special video per school, and we’ll be sharing them throughout the week. 🎥🏫
These videos are filled with smiles, gratitude, and reminders of the incredible impact teachers make far beyond the classroom. 💛
To every teacher: thank you for showing up, lifting up, encouraging, inspiring, and believing in our students. You are appreciated more than words can say. 🌟
BURGAW MIDDLE YOUTUBE LINK - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jxPGTAwSmvU

Families, please be aware that afternoon bus routes may be delayed today due to several non-school related traffic accidents in the Highway 17 area. Some cleanup efforts are still ongoing, which may impact transportation this afternoon.
Our transportation team is monitoring the situation and will work to get students home safely and as efficiently as possible. Thank you for your patience and understanding.

Pender County Schools is proud to honor the incredible teachers who inspire, challenge, and support our students every single day. From the first bell to the final grade—you shape minds, build confidence, and make a lifelong difference. 🌟
Thank you for your passion, patience, and dedication. You are the heart of PCS! 🙌

Also, a huge thank you to the PCS Staff & Students for showing your support for our cafeteria staff!




This week we’re recognizing Mrs. Carrie Riccardi, Exceptional Children’s Assistant at Topsail Annandale Elementary School.
Mrs. Riccardi has been part of the TAES community for several years and continues to be a steady support for both students and staff. She works closely with students each day, helping meet individual needs and providing extra encouragement where it’s needed most.
She is someone who notices what needs to be done and takes initiative. Whether working with small groups, supporting in different classrooms, or helping during busy parts of the day like carpool, she stays engaged and ready to help. Even with a full schedule, she makes time to support others when needed.
Mrs. Riccardi builds strong relationships with students, staff, and families. She brings a positive and straightforward approach to her work and is always open to learning and trying new ideas.
💛💙 Thank you, Mrs. Riccardi, for the support you provide to students and for the role you play in helping TAES run smoothly each day.



