
March 20, 2026
Don't miss out on the 25-26 yearbook! Order by March 31st!

March 20, 2026
"We are what we repeatedly do. Excellence is not an act, but a habit" ~ Aristotle

March 13, 2026
Developing the habit of going to school regularly is critical to doing well in school, college and on the job!

March 6, 2026
You can't achieve your dreams if you don't show up to chase them."

March 4, 2026
PICTURE GALLERY HAMPSTEAD, NC - South Topsail Elementary played host for the 2026 Elementary School Battle of the Books competition. In the weeks leading up to the competiti...


February 17, 2026
Showing up on time is a sign of integrity and reliability. Consistent, responsible attendance is not just about presence, but a commitment to excellence!

January 16, 2026
Every day you show up, you are investing in your future self. Don't underestimate the power of responsible attendance!


January 5, 2026
Don't wait to purchase your 25-26 yearbook! Deadline to purchase is March 1st, 2026. Cost is $20 and can only be purchased online. Please visit www.strawbridge.net, click on yea...

December 19, 2025
Hoping that the time off will allow everyone to get healthy so we can be back at meeting our goal of 95% attendance!

October 18, 2025
By 6th grade chronic absenteeism is a leading indicator that a student will drop out of high school.

October 15, 2025
Every day your child shows up is a step toward a brighter future! Thank you for helping us meet our attendance goals and for supporting your child's education! #onepender

October 1, 2025
Absences add up! Missing just TWO days a month means a child misses 10% of the school year and is considered "chronically absent."

August 7, 2025
PENDER COUNTY, N.C. — Pender County Schools (PCS) will continue its participation in the USDA’s Community Eligibility Provision (CEP) program at 15 qualifying schools for the 20...

July 14, 2025
As part of the shift to a three-tier bell schedule beginning with the 2025-26 school year, Pender County Schools is introducing before-school care options at the Topsail and Surf ...

July 1, 2025
Please make note of the updated bell schedule for the 25-26 school year!

June 18, 2025
Pender County Schools would like to inform families that Individual Student Reports are now available through the Campus Parent Portal on Infinite Campus. These reports provide de...

May 5, 2025
ROCKY POINT, NC - Pender County Schools celebrated the dedication, innovation, and leadership of its outstanding educators during the annual PCS Awards Night held at Heide Trask...

March 17, 2025
Join our PTA in making a difference by contributing to our food drive!
