First day of school #FirstWeekPCS #OnePender
Soccer gang first day #FirstWeekPCS #OnePender
#FirstWeekPCS #OnePender
Sadie, 4th grade TAES, and Etta, 1st grade TAES #FirstWeekPCS #OnePender
First day of School pictures. Chace 8th grade, Camren Grace Junior (and 3 CFCC Classes) #FirstWeekPCS #OnePender
🌟 As we kick off the new school year, we know that stress can be part of the journey, but remember: it doesn’t have to be overwhelming. 📚✨ Planning ahead can make a world of difference. Set small goals, stay organized, and don’t forget to take a moment for yourself. We’re all in this together, and we’re confident it’s going to be a fantastic year filled with growth and achievements! 🌟💪 Here’s to a great start and a wonderful year ahead for all our students, teachers, and families. Let’s make it the best one yet! 🎉📅 #OnePender
🏈 Friday Night Lights Are Back! 🏈
We're excited to kick off the high school football season tonight with all three of our varsity teams—Heide Trask, Pender, and Topsail—playing at home! 🎉 Come out and support our student-athletes as they give it their all on the field!
Reminder: New this year, metal detectors will be in place at all high school football and basketball games to help ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for everyone. Your cooperation is greatly appreciated!
Let's have a great season, #OnePender! 🏆
🎒 Okay, last reminder (we promise! 😄 maybe) 🎒
We’re still eagerly waiting to see your first-week-of-school pics! Share those adorable smiles by emailing them to pictures@pender.k12.nc.us or tag them with #FirstWeekPCS on social media.
Help us make this week extra special! 🌟📚 #OnePender
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🚌 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
The past two days were incredible for our CTE Department! Our teachers had the opportunity to collaborate to create a billboard for PCS CTE. Check out our creation, we are now able to market our programs with a mobile PCS vehicle!
#ONEPENDER
#LEVELUP
The past two days were incredible for our CTE Department! Our teachers had the opportunity to collaborate to create a billboard for PCS CTE. Check out our creation, we are now able to market our programs with a mobile PCS vehicle!
#ONEPENDER
#LEVELUP
📸 We know, we know... another reminder! 😅 📸
But we’re just SO excited to see those first-week-of-school smiles! Don’t forget to send your photos to pictures@pender.k12.nc.us or use #FirstWeekPCS when you post. We promise, this one’s worth it! 😉
Let’s make sure everyone gets a chance to shine! 🌟🎒 #OnePender
✂️ 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!
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🚧 Breaking Ground on a Bright Future! 🚧
Today, Pender County Schools proudly broke ground on our highly anticipated new K-8 school, a state-of-the-art facility designed to meet the needs of our rapidly growing community. This milestone event marks the beginning of an exciting journey to provide our students with a modern educational environment where they can thrive academically and socially.
Superintendent Dr. Brad Breedlove, Board of Education Chair Don Hall, and representatives from Bordeaux Construction joined district leaders and local officials at the ceremony. Together, they celebrated this significant step forward in our commitment to expanding and enhancing our facilities to better serve our students. The new school, set to open in 2026, will accommodate up to 2,312 students with 14 additional classrooms and innovative features that ensure we are prepared for future growth.
We are excited to see this vision come to life and look forward to the positive impact this school will have on our community. Stay tuned for more updates as we continue to build a brighter future for Pender County students! #OnePender
🎉 First Week of School Photo Fun! 🎉
We’re celebrating the start of a new school year and want to feature your child’s first-week highlights! Share their first-day smiles by emailing photos to pictures@pender.k12.nc.us or tagging them with #FirstWeekPCS on social media.
Let’s capture and share the excitement! 📚🌟 #OnePender
🎉 Congratulations to our lucky winners from today's Convocation Celebration! 🎉 A huge thank you to our amazing sponsors for their generous support in making this event so special. We’re excited to kick off another incredible school year together. Thank you for your dedication to Pender County Schools—let’s make this year one to remember! #OnePender #PCSProud
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🎉 What an incredible day at Heide Trask High School as we came together for our annual convocation celebration! Over 1,100 Pender County Schools employees gathered to kick off the new school year with energy, excitement, and a shared commitment to our students and community. 🙌
Superintendent Dr. Brad Breedlove shared his enthusiasm, saying, “Today’s convocation is a reminder of the power we have when we unite as #OnePender. Together, we can make this the best year yet for our students, our schools, and our entire community.” 💙
Thank you to everyone who attended and made today’s event unforgettable. Let’s carry this momentum into the new school year, starting Monday, with a focus on excellence and growth for every student! 🚀 #OnePender
Convocation is underway at Heide Trask High School! #OnePender
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As we come together to kick off the new school year, we are proud to highlight the outstanding contributions of our Principal of the Year, Dr. Sonya Oates, and our Teacher of the Year, Megan Justice. 🌟
During this year's convocation, Dr. Oates and Ms. Justice took the stage to inspire and motivate our educators, reminding us all of the incredible impact that teaching has on our students' lives. Their words set the tone for a year of collaboration, growth, and dedication across the district.
A big thank you to everyone who joined us for this celebration and to all our staff for their unwavering commitment to excellence. Here's to a fantastic year ahead filled with success, learning, and community spirit! 💙 #OnePender
🌟 First Week of School Highlights! 🌟
We want to see your student’s special first-week moments! Share their smiles and excitement with us by emailing photos and caption to pictures@pender.k12.nc.us or using #FirstWeekPCS on social media. Your pics might be featured on our website and socials!
Let’s celebrate this new school year together! 📸💫 #OnePender
