💙✨ 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. 🌟
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. 🌟
PENDERLEA SCHOOL YOUTUBE LINK - https://youtube.com/shorts/PvUc3GBQL9k
💙✨ 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. 🌟
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. 🌟
SURF CITY ELEMENTARY YOUTUBE LINK - https://youtu.be/avQEBYmqA8M
💙✨ 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. 🌟
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. 🌟
ROCKY POINT ELEMENTARY YOUTUBE LINK - https://www.youtube.com/shorts/TQmxXC-pHF8
💙✨ 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. 🌟
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. 🌟
NORTH TOPSAIL ELEMENTARY YOUTUBE LINK - https://youtu.be/tV87c-TL5sI
💙✨ 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. 🌟
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. 🌟
MALPASS CORNER ELEMENTARY YOUTUBE LINK - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bLW26XaFpaU
💙✨ 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. 🌟
TOPSAIL HIGH YOUTUBE LINK - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CFQSYH3nL9U
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
Love meatballs? Love Pizza? How about Subs?
Today the High Schools in Pender County offered MEATBALL PIZZA SUBS! Talk about YUM :)
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.
🍎📚 It’s Teacher Appreciation Week! 🎉✏️
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! 🙌
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! 🙌
Today we recognize the heart of our cafeterias! Happy School Lunch Hero Day to the amazing team members who help fuel learning one meal at a time. Thank you for everything you do for our students!
Also, a huge thank you to the PCS Staff & Students for showing your support for our cafeteria staff!
Also, a huge thank you to the PCS Staff & Students for showing your support for our cafeteria staff!
🌟 Feature Friday: Employee Spotlight 🌟
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.
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.
Today we celebrate the incredible leaders who shape our schools and inspire our students every single day. 🍎📚
Happy National Principal Day to the dedicated principals who lead with heart, vision, and a commitment to excellence. Your impact reaches far beyond the classroom, and our school communities are stronger because of you. 👏✨
Thank you for all you do!
🌟 A caring start begins here, Pender County families! 🌟
Applications for Pender County Schools Preschool remain open, and we would love to help more families learn about this opportunity 💙💛
If your child will be 3 or 4 years old by August 31, 2026, and you live in Pender County, your family may be eligible to apply 🎒
Our preschool program includes:
⭐ Free, full-day, high-quality instruction
⭐ State licensed teachers
⭐ Support for all developmental levels
⭐ Fun activities and socialization
Help us reach more families by sharing this post with our community 🤝
Scan the QR code in the graphic for more information and application details.
Questions? Call 910-259-7603 ☎️
🌟 ¡Un comienzo con cariño comienza aquí, familias del condado de Pender! 🌟
Las solicitudes para el programa preescolar de Pender County Schools continúan abiertas, y nos encantaría que más familias conocieran esta oportunidad 💙💛
Si su hijo o hija tendrá 3 o 4 años para el 31 de agosto de 2026 y vive en el condado de Pender, su familia podría ser elegible para solicitar ingreso 🎒
Nuestro programa preescolar incluye:
⭐ Instrucción gratuita, de día completo y de alta calidad
⭐ Maestros con licencia estatal
⭐ Apoyo para todos los niveles de desarrollo
⭐ Actividades divertidas y socialización
Ayúdenos a llegar a más familias compartiendo esta publicación con nuestra comunidad 🤝
Escanee el código QR en la imagen para obtener más información y detalles sobre la solicitud.
¿Preguntas? Llame al 910-259-7603 ☎️
Applications for Pender County Schools Preschool remain open, and we would love to help more families learn about this opportunity 💙💛
If your child will be 3 or 4 years old by August 31, 2026, and you live in Pender County, your family may be eligible to apply 🎒
Our preschool program includes:
⭐ Free, full-day, high-quality instruction
⭐ State licensed teachers
⭐ Support for all developmental levels
⭐ Fun activities and socialization
Help us reach more families by sharing this post with our community 🤝
Scan the QR code in the graphic for more information and application details.
Questions? Call 910-259-7603 ☎️
🌟 ¡Un comienzo con cariño comienza aquí, familias del condado de Pender! 🌟
Las solicitudes para el programa preescolar de Pender County Schools continúan abiertas, y nos encantaría que más familias conocieran esta oportunidad 💙💛
Si su hijo o hija tendrá 3 o 4 años para el 31 de agosto de 2026 y vive en el condado de Pender, su familia podría ser elegible para solicitar ingreso 🎒
Nuestro programa preescolar incluye:
⭐ Instrucción gratuita, de día completo y de alta calidad
⭐ Maestros con licencia estatal
⭐ Apoyo para todos los niveles de desarrollo
⭐ Actividades divertidas y socialización
Ayúdenos a llegar a más familias compartiendo esta publicación con nuestra comunidad 🤝
Escanee el código QR en la imagen para obtener más información y detalles sobre la solicitud.
¿Preguntas? Llame al 910-259-7603 ☎️
🌟 Student Spotlight 🌟
Grant is a 6th grader at Cape Fear Middle School, recognized for his kindness.
Grant is known for helping others when they need it. His family shared that he often talks about how he helps classmates during the school day. Whether it’s offering support with schoolwork or just being there for someone, he looks for ways to be useful and kind.
His actions help create a supportive environment where students feel comfortable asking for help.
Outside of school, Grant enjoys video games 🎮 and exploring science-related activities 🔬. His favorite food is hotdogs 🌭, and his favorite color is red ❤️. He has a cat 🐱 at home.
❤️ Thank you, Grant, for the kindness you show at Cape Fear Middle School.
Grant is a 6th grader at Cape Fear Middle School, recognized for his kindness.
Grant is known for helping others when they need it. His family shared that he often talks about how he helps classmates during the school day. Whether it’s offering support with schoolwork or just being there for someone, he looks for ways to be useful and kind.
His actions help create a supportive environment where students feel comfortable asking for help.
Outside of school, Grant enjoys video games 🎮 and exploring science-related activities 🔬. His favorite food is hotdogs 🌭, and his favorite color is red ❤️. He has a cat 🐱 at home.
❤️ Thank you, Grant, for the kindness you show at Cape Fear Middle School.
📢 Help Us Prepare for 2026–27!
Bus routes will be finalized soon. If you haven’t completed the Student Ridership Survey, now is the time.
Accurate information today means:
🚌 Correct bus assignments
🕒 Fewer delays
📚 A smoother first day of school
📍 Complete the survey here: https://forms.gle/Hpe3gS6GzEzTqAzG9
Thank you for helping us get everyone where they need to go!
📢 ¡Ayúdenos a Prepararnos para 2026–27!
Las rutas de autobús se finalizarán pronto. Si aún no ha completado la Encuesta de Transporte Estudiantil, ahora es el momento.
Información precisa hoy significa:
🚌 Asignaciones correctas
🕒 Menos retrasos
📚 Un primer día de clases más organizado
📍 Complete la encuesta aquí: https://forms.gle/Hpe3gS6GzEzTqAzG9
¡Gracias por ayudarnos a llevar a todos a donde necesitan ir!
Bus routes will be finalized soon. If you haven’t completed the Student Ridership Survey, now is the time.
Accurate information today means:
🚌 Correct bus assignments
🕒 Fewer delays
📚 A smoother first day of school
📍 Complete the survey here: https://forms.gle/Hpe3gS6GzEzTqAzG9
Thank you for helping us get everyone where they need to go!
📢 ¡Ayúdenos a Prepararnos para 2026–27!
Las rutas de autobús se finalizarán pronto. Si aún no ha completado la Encuesta de Transporte Estudiantil, ahora es el momento.
Información precisa hoy significa:
🚌 Asignaciones correctas
🕒 Menos retrasos
📚 Un primer día de clases más organizado
📍 Complete la encuesta aquí: https://forms.gle/Hpe3gS6GzEzTqAzG9
¡Gracias por ayudarnos a llevar a todos a donde necesitan ir!
Teacher Tuesday: Ms. Russell — C.F. Pope Elementary💙📘
Ms. Russell is in her second year of teaching at C.F. Pope Elementary. Families share that she is attentive, communicative, and focused on helping students grow in all areas.
Parents appreciate the way she keeps them informed about both progress and areas where students may need extra support. They also note the care she shows in the classroom and the way she connects with her students.
One parent shared a moment at home when their child was working on a word search and began sounding out and blending letters into words. When asked where she learned that skill, the student said, “Ms. Russell taught me.” For the family, it was a clear example of the progress their child has made this year.
Thank you, Ms. Russell, for the support and care you provide to students and families at C.F. Pope Elementary. 💛✅
Ms. Russell is in her second year of teaching at C.F. Pope Elementary. Families share that she is attentive, communicative, and focused on helping students grow in all areas.
Parents appreciate the way she keeps them informed about both progress and areas where students may need extra support. They also note the care she shows in the classroom and the way she connects with her students.
One parent shared a moment at home when their child was working on a word search and began sounding out and blending letters into words. When asked where she learned that skill, the student said, “Ms. Russell taught me.” For the family, it was a clear example of the progress their child has made this year.
Thank you, Ms. Russell, for the support and care you provide to students and families at C.F. Pope Elementary. 💛✅
🌟 Feature Friday: Employee Spotlight 🌟
This week we’re recognizing Mrs. Nakesha Oliver, Receptionist at Surf City Elementary School.
Mrs. Oliver keeps the front office running each day. She manages the door, answers phones, greets visitors, and helps students—all while keeping things organized and moving. She handles a lot at once and does it in a calm, steady way.
She also looks for ways to improve how things are done. If there’s a task that needs attention or a process that can be better organized, she takes care of it. She supports staff, helps with paperwork, and makes sure people get what they need.
Mrs. Oliver is dependable and always willing to step in where she’s needed. Her work helps the school stay on track throughout the day.
💛💙 Thank you, Mrs. Oliver, for the support you provide to Surf City Elementary each day.
