❤️🫀 CF Pope Elementary Gives Back! 🫀❤️
We are excited to announce that our school raised an incredible $1,722.62 through this year’s American Heart Association Kids Heart Challenge! 🎉
Thank you to every student, family, and staff member who participated, donated, and helped spread awareness. Your generosity truly makes a difference! Shoutout to our rafflerwinners.
Your hard work and big hearts help support lifesaving research and education—and we couldn’t be more proud! ❤️
We are excited to announce that our school raised an incredible $1,722.62 through this year’s American Heart Association Kids Heart Challenge! 🎉
Thank you to every student, family, and staff member who participated, donated, and helped spread awareness. Your generosity truly makes a difference! Shoutout to our rafflerwinners.
Your hard work and big hearts help support lifesaving research and education—and we couldn’t be more proud! ❤️
🍁🎪 Join us for our 3rd Annual Fall Festival! 🎪🍁
Mark your calendars — November 21, 2025 from 6–8 PM at CF Pope Elementary School!
Bring the whole family out for a night of fun, food, and festive activities you won’t want to miss!
✨ What to Expect:
🍂 Fall Maze
🍂 Food Trucks
🍂 Pumpkin Painting
🍂 Crafty Vendors
🎉 Additional Attractions:
🎨 Face Painting
🥧 Pie Your Teacher
📦 Tape the Art Teacher
🚒 Touch a Truck
👑 PLUS: Our Fall Festival King & Queen Announcement!
💵 Price List:
🎟 Wristbands – $10
🥧 Pie Your Teacher – $2
🍰 Cake Walk – $2
📌 Tape Your Teacher – $1
Mark your calendars — November 21, 2025 from 6–8 PM at CF Pope Elementary School!
Bring the whole family out for a night of fun, food, and festive activities you won’t want to miss!
✨ What to Expect:
🍂 Fall Maze
🍂 Food Trucks
🍂 Pumpkin Painting
🍂 Crafty Vendors
🎉 Additional Attractions:
🎨 Face Painting
🥧 Pie Your Teacher
📦 Tape the Art Teacher
🚒 Touch a Truck
👑 PLUS: Our Fall Festival King & Queen Announcement!
💵 Price List:
🎟 Wristbands – $10
🥧 Pie Your Teacher – $2
🍰 Cake Walk – $2
📌 Tape Your Teacher – $1
🍬🍭🚨Candy Man orders have arrived and can be picked up starting today! Orders can be picked up Monday through Thursday from 8 until 4 and Fridays from 8 until 3:30. 🚨🍭🍬
🍲 Thank You, PTO! 🌶️
A huge shoutout to our amazing PTO for sponsoring today’s Chili Bar from Texas Roadhouse! ❤️ Your generosity keeps our staff warm, full, and feeling appreciated on these busy fall days.
We are so grateful for everything you do to support our school family! 🐾
#ThankYouPTO #StaffAppreciation #PantherPride
A huge shoutout to our amazing PTO for sponsoring today’s Chili Bar from Texas Roadhouse! ❤️ Your generosity keeps our staff warm, full, and feeling appreciated on these busy fall days.
We are so grateful for everything you do to support our school family! 🐾
#ThankYouPTO #StaffAppreciation #PantherPride
Feeling under the weather? We’ve got you covered! 😷💻
Did you know your child can be tested for COVID, flu, or strep right at school? Through our PATH partnership telehealth program, students can see a Nurse Practitioner virtually, and testing can be done on-site, quick and easy!
➡️ Contact your school nurse to enroll in Telehealth today.
📞 Questions? Call 910-815-7063
Let’s keep Pender County Schools healthy together! 💙
¿No se siente bien? ¡Tenemos todo cubierto! 😷💻
¿Sabía que su hijo(a) puede hacerse la prueba de COVID, gripe o estreptococo directamente en la escuela?
A través de nuestro programa de telemedicina en colaboración con PATH, los estudiantes pueden tener una visita virtual con un(a) enfermero(a) practicante, ¡y las pruebas se pueden realizar en la escuela de forma rápida y sencilla!
➡️ Comuníquese con la enfermera de su escuela para inscribirse en el programa de Telehealth hoy mismo.
📞 ¿Preguntas? Llame al 910-815-7063
¡Mantengamos juntos a las Escuelas del Condado de Pender saludables! 💙
Did you know your child can be tested for COVID, flu, or strep right at school? Through our PATH partnership telehealth program, students can see a Nurse Practitioner virtually, and testing can be done on-site, quick and easy!
➡️ Contact your school nurse to enroll in Telehealth today.
📞 Questions? Call 910-815-7063
Let’s keep Pender County Schools healthy together! 💙
¿No se siente bien? ¡Tenemos todo cubierto! 😷💻
¿Sabía que su hijo(a) puede hacerse la prueba de COVID, gripe o estreptococo directamente en la escuela?
A través de nuestro programa de telemedicina en colaboración con PATH, los estudiantes pueden tener una visita virtual con un(a) enfermero(a) practicante, ¡y las pruebas se pueden realizar en la escuela de forma rápida y sencilla!
➡️ Comuníquese con la enfermera de su escuela para inscribirse en el programa de Telehealth hoy mismo.
📞 ¿Preguntas? Llame al 910-815-7063
¡Mantengamos juntos a las Escuelas del Condado de Pender saludables! 💙
🌟 Feature Friday: Employee Spotlight 🌟
This week we’re highlighting Ms. Caitlin Tidler, Instructional Coach serving both North Topsail and C.F. Pope Elementary Schools.
Ms. Tidler may only be with us one day a week, but her impact is felt every day. She approaches her work with care and intentionality, planning, problem-solving, and supporting teachers through meaningful data analysis and classroom collaboration. Whether helping teams plan instruction or guiding discussions about student growth, Ms. Tidler offers practical strategies that make a lasting difference.
Her ability to blend seamlessly into each team is what makes her so effective. She knows the unique strengths and needs of our staff and provides just-right coaching, stepping in to model and support when needed, and stepping back to empower teachers to lead with confidence.
Ms. Tidler’s positive energy and collaborative spirit help create a school culture where staff feel supported, valued, and inspired to grow together. She brings out the best in others, making her a true honorary Dolphin! 💛💙
Thank you, Ms. Tidler, for your dedication, partnership, and the meaningful impact you make at North Topsail and C.F. Pope each week!
This week we’re highlighting Ms. Caitlin Tidler, Instructional Coach serving both North Topsail and C.F. Pope Elementary Schools.
Ms. Tidler may only be with us one day a week, but her impact is felt every day. She approaches her work with care and intentionality, planning, problem-solving, and supporting teachers through meaningful data analysis and classroom collaboration. Whether helping teams plan instruction or guiding discussions about student growth, Ms. Tidler offers practical strategies that make a lasting difference.
Her ability to blend seamlessly into each team is what makes her so effective. She knows the unique strengths and needs of our staff and provides just-right coaching, stepping in to model and support when needed, and stepping back to empower teachers to lead with confidence.
Ms. Tidler’s positive energy and collaborative spirit help create a school culture where staff feel supported, valued, and inspired to grow together. She brings out the best in others, making her a true honorary Dolphin! 💛💙
Thank you, Ms. Tidler, for your dedication, partnership, and the meaningful impact you make at North Topsail and C.F. Pope each week!
🌡️ Is your student feeling under the weather?
Don’t worry — help is available right at school! 💙
If your child has symptoms of a cold, flu, strep, or COVID, quick and convenient testing can be done through your school nurse. It’s an easy way to help your student feel better sooner and keep everyone healthy this season.
👉 Contact your school nurse or call 910-815-7063 for more information.
🌡️ ¿Tu estudiante no se siente bien?
¡No te preocupes! 💙 La ayuda está disponible directamente en la escuela.
Si tu hijo(a) tiene síntomas de resfriado, gripe, estreptococo o COVID, puede hacerse una prueba rápida y conveniente con la enfermera escolar. Es una manera fácil de ayudar a que tu estudiante se sienta mejor pronto y mantener a todos saludables esta temporada.
👉 Contacta a la enfermera escolar o llama al 910-815-7063 para más información.
Don’t worry — help is available right at school! 💙
If your child has symptoms of a cold, flu, strep, or COVID, quick and convenient testing can be done through your school nurse. It’s an easy way to help your student feel better sooner and keep everyone healthy this season.
👉 Contact your school nurse or call 910-815-7063 for more information.
🌡️ ¿Tu estudiante no se siente bien?
¡No te preocupes! 💙 La ayuda está disponible directamente en la escuela.
Si tu hijo(a) tiene síntomas de resfriado, gripe, estreptococo o COVID, puede hacerse una prueba rápida y conveniente con la enfermera escolar. Es una manera fácil de ayudar a que tu estudiante se sienta mejor pronto y mantener a todos saludables esta temporada.
👉 Contacta a la enfermera escolar o llama al 910-815-7063 para más información.
💙 Meet Tayla Wynne, one of our dedicated school psychologists serving C.F. Pope Elementary, Burgaw Middle, West Pender Middle, and Pender High!
Now in her fourth year as a full-time school psychologist, all with Pender County Schools ,Tayla is passionate about supporting students’ growth and success at every level.
Inspired by a family member to pursue school psychology, Tayla loves helping students from “a different angle other than teaching” and finds joy in watching their progress from elementary through high school.
She reminds us that school psychologists do so much more than testing, they build relationships, collaborate with families and staff, and work tirelessly to support each school community.
Originally from Williamston, NC, Tayla enjoys being active, reading, spending time with family and friends, and traveling. She also loves being creative, whether it’s a DIY project, scrapbooking, or painting!
✨ “A school psychologist is compassionate and cares about the success of all students.”
Thank you, Tayla, for your commitment, creativity, and care for the students and staff of Pender County Schools! 💙
Now in her fourth year as a full-time school psychologist, all with Pender County Schools ,Tayla is passionate about supporting students’ growth and success at every level.
Inspired by a family member to pursue school psychology, Tayla loves helping students from “a different angle other than teaching” and finds joy in watching their progress from elementary through high school.
She reminds us that school psychologists do so much more than testing, they build relationships, collaborate with families and staff, and work tirelessly to support each school community.
Originally from Williamston, NC, Tayla enjoys being active, reading, spending time with family and friends, and traveling. She also loves being creative, whether it’s a DIY project, scrapbooking, or painting!
✨ “A school psychologist is compassionate and cares about the success of all students.”
Thank you, Tayla, for your commitment, creativity, and care for the students and staff of Pender County Schools! 💙
🧠✨ It’s National School Psychologist Week!
This week, we’re celebrating the incredible school psychologists across Pender County Schools who support students’ academic success, mental wellness, and emotional growth every day.
Join us as we spotlight each of our eight amazing professionals, sharing their stories, their inspiration, and their heart for helping students thrive. 💙 YOUTUBE - https://youtu.be/p1ACTJDzpxI
This week, we’re celebrating the incredible school psychologists across Pender County Schools who support students’ academic success, mental wellness, and emotional growth every day.
Join us as we spotlight each of our eight amazing professionals, sharing their stories, their inspiration, and their heart for helping students thrive. 💙 YOUTUBE - https://youtu.be/p1ACTJDzpxI
💥📖🤩Book Fair is here this week! There are so many exciting books and items to browse and add to your book collections at home! Adding books to your home is a great way to help encourage your students to read and grow as readers each day! Come see Mrs. Borders during the school day from 7:30-2:30 each day this week!🤩📖💥
🥫 Let’s Fill the Bins and Fill Hearts! 💙
This November, Pender County Schools is collecting non-perishable food and snacks to support local organizations that care for our community.
🗓️ Donations accepted all month long
📍 Drop off at your school
✨ Requested items: cereal, canned tuna or chicken, peanut butter, condiments, and individually packaged snacks like granola bars, Pop-Tarts, tuna packets, and more.
Every little bit helps, and every donation stays right here in Pender County. 💛
Together, we can make a difference! #OnePender
This November, Pender County Schools is collecting non-perishable food and snacks to support local organizations that care for our community.
🗓️ Donations accepted all month long
📍 Drop off at your school
✨ Requested items: cereal, canned tuna or chicken, peanut butter, condiments, and individually packaged snacks like granola bars, Pop-Tarts, tuna packets, and more.
Every little bit helps, and every donation stays right here in Pender County. 💛
Together, we can make a difference! #OnePender
Parents Thanksgiving Lunch
We’re excited to invite all C.F. Pope parents and families to join us for our Parents Thanksgiving Lunch on Tuesday, November 25, during your child’s grade-level lunch time! Enjoy a delicious holiday meal and special time with your student as we celebrate gratitude and community.
Parent Meals: $7 per guest
Student Meals: Free for all CFP students
Click the link below to view the full flyer and register for lunch. We can’t wait to celebrate Thanksgiving with our Panther Family! 🦃🍂
Scan the QR code or click the provided link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdxPFGHvpkqzs3Xhgvvvk4kZrZmjVnRKiw0P-NQTtgt7yBtpA/viewform
We’re excited to invite all C.F. Pope parents and families to join us for our Parents Thanksgiving Lunch on Tuesday, November 25, during your child’s grade-level lunch time! Enjoy a delicious holiday meal and special time with your student as we celebrate gratitude and community.
Parent Meals: $7 per guest
Student Meals: Free for all CFP students
Click the link below to view the full flyer and register for lunch. We can’t wait to celebrate Thanksgiving with our Panther Family! 🦃🍂
Scan the QR code or click the provided link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdxPFGHvpkqzs3Xhgvvvk4kZrZmjVnRKiw0P-NQTtgt7yBtpA/viewform
Proud Panthers that's who we are!!! Way to go Panthers for an outstanding week!
Mark your Calendars!!! The Book Fair will be open NEXT WEEK! Book Fair will run from 11/3 thru 11/7 and will be open from 7:30-2:30 each day! This is a great way to build a collection of books for your home and help earn money for the library to purchase items to improve the library!
🐾🎉🥳Celebrating our Panthers is one of our favorite things to do! Congratulations to last week's Proud Panthers for standing out as outstanding Panthers of the Week! 🥳🎉🐾
📣Join the Pender County Special Education Parent Teacher Organization (SEPTO) for a parent meeting on Oct. 28, 5:30–7:30 PM at Topsail High School.
Meet the team, connect with others, and learn about available resources. 💙💛
🐎✨ Our 2nd graders kicked off Module 2 of Arts and Letters: The American West with an exciting virtual visit from the Buffalo Bill Center of the West! Students explored artifacts, stories, and history that brought the spirit of the American West to life. 🤠📚
We love seeing our Panthers engaged, curious, and ready to dive into new learning adventures! 💙 #PantherPride #ArtsAndLetters #TheAmericanWest #HandsOnLearning
We love seeing our Panthers engaged, curious, and ready to dive into new learning adventures! 💙 #PantherPride #ArtsAndLetters #TheAmericanWest #HandsOnLearning
💛 A Huge Thank You to China King! 💛
Our Panther staff was treated to a delicious surprise lunch today, thanks to the generosity of our friends at China King! 🍜🥢
We are so grateful for your kindness and continued support of our teachers and staff. Your thoughtful gesture made our day extra special! 💛🐾 #PantherPride #CommunityPartners #ThankYouChinaKing
Our Panther staff was treated to a delicious surprise lunch today, thanks to the generosity of our friends at China King! 🍜🥢
We are so grateful for your kindness and continued support of our teachers and staff. Your thoughtful gesture made our day extra special! 💛🐾 #PantherPride #CommunityPartners #ThankYouChinaKing
📢 Early Release Reminder!
Just a reminder that Monday, October 20 is an Early Release Day for all students. 🕚
Dismissal will be at 11:35 a.m.
Please make sure afternoon transportation plans are in place. Thank you for your cooperation and support! 💙🐾
#EarlyRelease #CFPopeProud #PantherFamily
Just a reminder that Monday, October 20 is an Early Release Day for all students. 🕚
Dismissal will be at 11:35 a.m.
Please make sure afternoon transportation plans are in place. Thank you for your cooperation and support! 💙🐾
#EarlyRelease #CFPopeProud #PantherFamily
🌟 Soaring into STEM! 🌟
Our awesome PE teacher, Ms. Croom, and several of our Panthers had a high-flying experience at the STEM Open House at iFLY Wilmington! 🪂✈️
Students got the chance to learn how science, technology, engineering, and math come together to make flight possible — and even experience it firsthand! 🚀💡
A huge thank you to iFLY Wilmington for hosting such an exciting and educational event that brings STEM to life in the coolest way possible! 🙌
#PantherPride #STEMinAction #iFLYWilmington #HandsOnLearning #PanthersSoar
Our awesome PE teacher, Ms. Croom, and several of our Panthers had a high-flying experience at the STEM Open House at iFLY Wilmington! 🪂✈️
Students got the chance to learn how science, technology, engineering, and math come together to make flight possible — and even experience it firsthand! 🚀💡
A huge thank you to iFLY Wilmington for hosting such an exciting and educational event that brings STEM to life in the coolest way possible! 🙌
#PantherPride #STEMinAction #iFLYWilmington #HandsOnLearning #PanthersSoar
