📚🍟 Fries for School Supplies is Back! 🍟📚
We are excited to announce that for the second year in a row, our local McDonald’s owner-operators are hosting the Fries for School Supplies fundraiser in our school district!
Last year, over $110,000 was raised for our area schools, and we’re aiming to do even more this year! 🎉
From August 26th to 30th, McDonald’s will donate 10% of sales from all a la carte Fries to help support our schools. It’s a delicious way to contribute to our community! 🙌
Twas the night before the 24-25 school year begins and all through the halls ... classrooms are ready, pencils are sharpened, Chromebooks are charged, the lawn has been cut, breakfast & lunch is free for students... The Eagle's Nest is ready for our Eagles! Parents, please tuck your students in tonight so they'll get a good night's sleep! See you at 7:20 tomorrow morning (tardy bell rings at 7:45...)
Good Evening MCES Families,
Welcome to the 24-25 School Year. Open House was an incredible evening! It was great to see everyone and for you to meet the new SOARing Eagle Staff. We have worked hard building an awesome, dedicated, talented team!
Please have students out at bus stops in the morning 10-15 minutes before assigned time. With the drivers learning their routes, children being added to stops and Kindergarten staggered enrollment, pick up times may vary. We also ask that there is a 10-15 min grace period in the afternoons for the same reasons.
Student drop off begins at 7:20. Students can either go straight to breakfast if they are eating or to their classrooms if they are not. The tardy bell rings at 7:45 and students will have to have an adult come to the office and sign them in. If your child is a car rider and eats breakfast, please have them here by 7:30 to ensure they are able to get breakfast, eat and report to class by 7:45. At 7:40, students will be given a to-go breakfast to take to class with them, to ensure they are not late to begin their day of learning. Breakfast and lunch are free for all of our students again this year.
PK parent drop off begins at 7:30. PK has their own pull up area in the front circle of the school. The PK staff will help get PK kiddos out of their cars. Please do not pass other cars dropping off to get to the PK pull up area. This is very dangerous, you will have to wait until your turn to pull up.
Kindergarten families, please ensure their your Kindergartener has had the appropriate shots and that we have those on record. If this is not completed, students will be excluded from school as per state guidelines.
How can you support this year?! Please help us achieve the district and school student attendance goal of 95% by having your student here everyday. Attendance is vital to student learning and success! It is also vital for our school growth and achievement. Please join our PTO and/or our monthly School Improvement/Parent Advisory Meetings. More information coming in the blue take home folders Thursday.
This summer we have worked diligently on planning our family events, including events with West Pender and Pender High! #WestsideRising. Look for a “Save the Date Flier” to come home Thursday in the blue take-home folders. You will see information regarding our upcoming Grandparents Breakfast Sept 13th and our Back to School Curriculum Night.
We are looking forward to collaborating with you to make our school year a SOARing success! We hope everyone has a wonderful week!
Respectfully,
Avery Ellington, Principal
Its so good having life back in the hallways again! The energy we feel tonight makes us excited for the 24-25 school year! (4:00 - 6:00 tonight - come on out to the Eagle's Nest!) #onepender
Open House has started! 4:00-6:00 - happening now! We are looking forward to seeing our Eagle families this evening as we prepare to start the 24-25 school year on Monday. #SOARing #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!
📣 Important Announcement 📣
All Pender County Schools buildings will be closed on Tuesday, August 20, 2024, as our staff gathers for the Convocation event. Normal operating hours will resume on Wednesday, August 21, 2024.
Thank you for your understanding and support as we prepare for a great school year ahead! 🎓✨ #OnePender
🌍 English as a Second Language Classes at CFCC! 🌍
Looking to improve your English skills? Cape Fear Community College is offering English as a Second Language (ESL) classes to help you succeed. Whether you're a student or community member, this is a fantastic opportunity to enhance your language abilities.📚
🌍 ¡Clases de Inglés como Segundo Idioma en CFCC! 🌍
¿Buscas mejorar tus habilidades en inglés? Cape Fear Community College está ofreciendo clases de Inglés como Segundo Idioma (ESL) para ayudarte a tener éxito. Ya seas estudiante o miembro de la comunidad, esta es una oportunidad fantástica para mejorar tus habilidades lingüísticas. 📚
We have some open positions and would love to have some awesome people join our team!
Kindergarten Families!
Due to flooding, Pender County Schools will be closed for students on 8/9. Penderlea and Pender Early College will continue virtual learning. Staff can report if safe; contact your supervisor if working virtually. All after-school activities are canceled. Stay safe! #OnePender
There are no changes to our current status at this time. Virtual learning continues tomorrow for Penderlea and Pender Early College. No decision has been made yet for Friday. Stay safe! Updates will be provided via email, website, and social media. #OnePender
Due to severe weather, all PCS facilities will close and after-school events are canceled starting at 4 PM today, August 6. This includes schools and admin buildings. Penderlea and Pender Early College students will dismiss on time. Emergency staff will be contacted if needed.
Attention all parents of incoming Kindergarten students! We are having a special orientation night just for you!
Due to Tropical Storm Debby, all PCS will be closed for students and non-emergency staff on 8/7 & 8/8. After-school activities and athletics are canceled. Emergency staff will be notified individually. Stay safe! Updates via email, website, and social media. #OnePender
Pender County Schools will operate on a normal schedule tomorrow, 8/5/2024. We are closely monitoring Tropical Storm Debby. Student safety is our top priority. Any updates will be shared via email, our website, and social media. Stay safe! #OnePender
🔔 Don’t forget! There’s a vital discussion on "Cell Phone Safety" with Assistant District Attorney Jason Smith and Pender County Schools coming up. Discover effective strategies to safeguard your kids online. 📱👪 #OnePender
🎉 Our Open House dates are set! Come meet the teachers and explore the classrooms. Check your school's specific date and time. Let's kick off the new year together! #OnePender
What has our teacher of the year been doing this summer? Shortly after the school year ended, he continues working with students through the art of dance. In June, he was part of a dance recital, including dancing on stage. He even danced with an alien! In July, he was spotted with a former Eagle! In August, we'll see him back at the Eagle's Nest ready for the 24-25 school year!
Supporting public schools means supporting our future. See how they make a difference for everyone in a new NCSBA video "Public Education Does the Public Good." Watch and spread the word: bit.ly/publiceducationdoesthepublicgood #PublicEducationMatters #OnePender
