Panther Family, we are excited to announce that C.F. Pope Elementary has advanced to the Final Four in the PCS March Reading Tournament! Our students and staff have been doing an amazing job logging their reading minutes, and it’s paying off.
This week will be a tough matchup as we go head-to-head with South Topsail Elementary, and we need everyone’s help to keep the momentum going!
📖 Students and staff — keep reading and log your minutes DAILY! Every minute counts and helps push us closer to the championship.
Log your reading minutes here:
🔗 tinyurl.com/CFPreads
Join us for the CF Pope Glow Party on TONGIHT from 6:00–8:00 PM in the school gym!
Bring the whole family for a night of music, fun, and glowing excitement! 🌟
💲 Cost: $5 per person
📍 Location: CF Pope Elementary School Gym
⚠️ Students must be accompanied by an adult (No drop-offs).
We’ll also have concessions available and glow goody bags for purchase!
Come out and light up the night with the CF Pope community! 💛💚💙
#CFPope #GlowParty #SchoolCommunity
C.F. Pope Elementary is proud to celebrate two outstanding educators who continue to make a powerful impact on our students and school community.
🍎 2026 Beginning Teacher of Promise – Ms. Davis
Our 4th Grade Social Studies, Science, and ELA Support Teacher, Ms. Davis, has already made an incredible impression in her first year of teaching. She has done an amazing job creating engaging learning experiences while building strong, positive relationships with students. Her dedication, enthusiasm, and commitment to student success truly embody the spirit of a Beginning Teacher of Promise!
🏆 C.F. Pope Elementary Teacher of the Year – Mrs. Croom
Our phenomenal P.E. teacher, Mrs. Croom, continues to go above and beyond for our school. She is a strong advocate for C.F. Pope and has helped build meaningful community partnerships that positively impact our teachers, students, and families. Mrs. Croom also does an outstanding job integrating core curriculum into her P.E. classes, ensuring that learning happens both in and out of the classroom.
Please join us in congratulating Ms. Davis and Mrs. Croom for their dedication, leadership, and commitment to our Panther family! 💙🐾
#CFPopeProud #PantherExcellence #TeacherOfTheYear #BeginningTeacherOfPromise
This is a reminder to please encourage and assist your child with logging their reading minutes! We are currently in the Top 5 in the district and have moved into Round 2.
Right now, we are competing against Surf City Middle School, and they are slowly catching up to us. Let’s keep the momentum going and work together to stay ahead and make it to Round 3! 🎉
Please use the link below to log your child’s reading minutes:
🔗 tinyurl.com/CFPreads
Also, be sure to check out our school’s promotion video:
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https://drive.google.com/file/d/1nIge_L43l334L3q47Zxy7pj5M7gtxF3N/view?usp=sharing
Thank you for supporting our readers and helping us represent our school well! 📖✨
LOG THOSE MINUTES DAILY: tinyurl.com/CFPreads
We have logged 7,000 minutes so far this week which is AMAZING but we need to keep the minutes coming, especially during each week of March!
🗓 Tournament Timeline:
🏀 Sweet 16: February 15 – February 28
🏀 Elite 8: March 1 – March 7
🏀 Final Four: March 8 – March 14
🏀 Championship Round: March 15 – March 21
🏆 Champion Week: March 22 – March 28
Let the pages turn and the competition begin! 📖✨ Families, be sure to encourage reading at home and cheer on our students as they race toward the championship!
#RoadToTheChampionship #MarchReadingTournament #PCSReads #ReadBowl #ProudMoment #ReadersAreLeaders 📚🐾
📚✨ Parents & Guardians — Join Us for a Day in the Classroom! ✨📚
We invite you to take part in a special opportunity to experience a day in your child’s classroom! On Wednesday, March 4, approved parents and guardians can sign up to sit alongside their child and actively participate in either an Arts & Letters (Reading/ELA) or Eureka Math Squared lesson.
This is a unique chance to see firsthand the engaging and exciting curriculum your child is learning in Kindergarten through 5th Grade!
🗓 Event Details:
📅 Date: March 4, 2026
📘 Sessions: Arts & Letters (Reading/ELA) or Eureka Math Squared
🎓 Grades: K–5
⏰ Sign-Up Deadline: Friday, February 27
📝 Sign-Up Link: https://forms.gle/hqkhEvjaFCA9hb3M7
🔔 Important Reminders:
✔ An approved background check through Pender County Schools is required
✔ A valid ID is required for classroom attendance
✔ A separate form must be completed for each child
✔ Background approval may take up to 2 weeks, so please apply ASAP:
👉 https://appgarden2.app-garden.com/VolTrackNC710.nsf
Spaces are limited, so reserve your spot today! We look forward to welcoming you into our classrooms and partnering with you in your child’s learning journey! 💙💛🐾
#DayInTheClassroom #FamilyEngagement #PCS #PantherPride #LearningTogether #StrongerTogether 📚✨
📚🏀 Road to the Championship: PCS March Reading Tournament 2026 🏆📖
After proudly ranking 🥈 2nd in the PCS Read Bowl, we’re ready to keep the momentum going! Get ready to read, compete, and celebrate literacy as we kick off our bracket-style March Reading Tournament! Students will read their way through each round as we journey toward crowning our Reading Champions!
LOG THOSE MINUTES DAILY: tinyurl.com/CFPreads
🗓 Tournament Timeline:
🏀 Sweet 16: February 15 – February 28
🏀 Elite 8: March 1 – March 7
🏀 Final Four: March 8 – March 14
🏀 Championship Round: March 15 – March 21
🏆 Champion Week: March 22 – March 28
Let the pages turn and the competition begin! 📖✨ Families, be sure to encourage reading at home and cheer on our students as they race toward the championship!
#RoadToTheChampionship #MarchReadingTournament #PCSReads #ReadBowl #ProudMoment #ReadersAreLeaders 📚🐾
🌟 Student of the Month – Sonny B. 🌟
Congratulations to our January Student of the Month, Sonny B., 1st Grade! 🎉 Sonny is a shining example of what it means to Prowl with Excellence — kind, hardworking, and a great friend to all! 💙💛🐾
🌟 Staff of the Month – Mrs. Melinda Neil 🌟
Congratulations to our January Staff of the Month, Mrs. Melinda Neil, EC Teacher! 🎉 Thank you for your positivity, dedication, and love for all students. You truly make a difference every day! 💙💛🐾
Our rescheduled Class Picture Day is Thursday, February 12! Please make sure students come to school dressed their best and ready to smile 😄
Thank you for your continued support — we can’t wait to capture these special moments!
#ClassPictureDay #SmileBig #SchoolMemories #PicturePerfect #PantherPrid
Get ready to celebrate Career & Technical Education Month with a fun-filled Spirit Week: February 9–13, 2026! Let’s show our CTE pride by dressing up each day and highlighting the many pathways that prepare our students for success beyond the classroom!
🧢 Monday (2/9): Hats Off to CTE – Wear your best hat
🎣 Tuesday (2/10): Get Caught Up with CTE – Wear your fishing gear
🎸 Wednesday (2/11): CTE Rocks – Rock your CTE colors with rock & roll gear
🎓 Thursday (2/12): Enrolled, Enlisted, Employed – Wear college, career, or military shirts
👕 Friday (2/13): Teacher Workday – Wear your CTE shirt!
📸 Don’t forget to send your photos to: dominique_bates@pender.k12.nc.us
Let’s make it a week full of spirit, pride, and celebration of all things CTE! 💙🧡
#CTEMonth #SpiritWeek #PenderCountySchools #CTEPride #LearningThatWorks #FutureReady
