Workkeys testing will take place on November 5, 2026 - this will involve all eligible students who are enrolled in English 12 this semester! If you have any questions, please contact Mrs. Eakins


Just an FYI for Friday night's football game!

🏈🎓 FOOTBALL, FUTURES & CFCC! 🎓🏈
Students and Parents/Guardians — Come Explore Your Future!
Join us on Friday, October 30th, at 6:30 PM during the Trask vs. Pender football game for CFCC Career Exploration Night!
Representatives from Cape Fear Community College (CFCC), including academic advisors and program area instructors, will be available to answer your questions about taking CFCC classes, exploring career pathways, and getting a head start on your future!
📅 Friday, October 30th
⏰ Starting at 6:30 PM
📍 Trask High School Football Stadium
Whether you're interested in earning college credits while in high school, exploring career opportunities, or planning your next steps after graduation, this is a great opportunity to connect with CFCC!
🏈 Come cheer on your team AND take the next step toward your future!
#CFCC #CareerExplorationNight #PenderCountySchools #CollegeAndCareerReady #CTE #TraskTitans #PenderPatriots
Students and Parents/Guardians — Come Explore Your Future!
Join us on Friday, October 30th, at 6:30 PM during the Trask vs. Pender football game for CFCC Career Exploration Night!
Representatives from Cape Fear Community College (CFCC), including academic advisors and program area instructors, will be available to answer your questions about taking CFCC classes, exploring career pathways, and getting a head start on your future!
📅 Friday, October 30th
⏰ Starting at 6:30 PM
📍 Trask High School Football Stadium
Whether you're interested in earning college credits while in high school, exploring career opportunities, or planning your next steps after graduation, this is a great opportunity to connect with CFCC!
🏈 Come cheer on your team AND take the next step toward your future!
#CFCC #CareerExplorationNight #PenderCountySchools #CollegeAndCareerReady #CTE #TraskTitans #PenderPatriots

Soccer on the road today!

🎉We are incredibly proud of our PHS Cross Country teams and all they have accomplished this season! Congratulations to our girls’ Cross Country team on becoming Conference Champions! We also want to recognize our boys’ team for earning Runner-Up in the Conference! To top it all off, a huge congratulations to Sgt. Major for being named Girls’ Cross Country Coach of the Year!
We are so proud of our runners and coaches for their hard work, dedication, and commitment throughout the season. Way to represent PHS! Go Patriots! ♥️🤍💙
We are so proud of our runners and coaches for their hard work, dedication, and commitment throughout the season. Way to represent PHS! Go Patriots! ♥️🤍💙

This week at PHS...

Awesome College Fair yesterday! Our students enjoyed speaking with the schools and learning about everything each school has to offer.










Pender High School English 10 students attended a screening of *Fanny’s Journey* at Thalian Hall today. This film is sponsored by the Jewish Film Festival and provides a meaningful connection to students’ classroom studies, bringing historical events to life while encouraging reflection and discussion.

🏐📢🏐Volleyball Playoffs - ROUND 2!!! Pender at Midway tomorrow!

PHS Weekly newsletter: https://canva.link/phs-newsletter-26-27-10
Parents & guardians, we are looking for volunteers for our School Improvement team - if you are interested, please complete the link in the weekly newsletter!
Parents & guardians, we are looking for volunteers for our School Improvement team - if you are interested, please complete the link in the weekly newsletter!
Attention Seniors! Next week is Free College Application Week! There will be several events happening on campus - make sure you do not miss out! The college fair will take place on Wednesday of next week - be sure to register for the event to make connections with your prospective schools!



📅 Help shape the 2027-2028 school calendar!
Pender County Schools is seeking feedback from parents, guardians and community members on draft calendar options for the 2027-2028 school year.
Please review the proposed calendars, rank your choices and share any additional comments or suggestions. The survey also includes an opportunity to provide feedback on the possibility of additional early-release days to support required professional development.
You can view the calendars here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1LNzPohIGnPe9JpDBa58JhEPLms854dtN/view
🗓️ Survey closes October 31 at 6:00 p.m.
🔗 Take the survey: https://forms.gle/5XeGXC9KYxAHU9CM7
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback as we plan for the 2027-2028 school year.
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📅 ¡Ayude a dar forma al calendario escolar 2027-2028!
Las Escuelas del Condado de Pender están solicitando comentarios de padres, tutores y miembros de la comunidad sobre las opciones preliminares del calendario escolar para el año escolar 2027-2028.
Por favor, revise los calendarios propuestos, clasifique sus opciones en orden de preferencia y comparta cualquier comentario o sugerencia adicional. La encuesta también incluye una oportunidad para brindar su opinión sobre la posibilidad de agregar días adicionales de salida temprana para apoyar el desarrollo profesional requerido.
Puede ver los calendarios aquí:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1LNzPohIGnPe9JpDBa58JhEPLms854dtN/view
🗓️ La encuesta cerrará el 31 de octubre a las 6:00 p. m.
🔗 Complete la encuesta aquí:
https://forms.gle/5XeGXC9KYxAHU9CM7
Gracias por tomarse el tiempo para compartir sus comentarios mientras planificamos el año escolar 2027-2028.
Pender County Schools is seeking feedback from parents, guardians and community members on draft calendar options for the 2027-2028 school year.
Please review the proposed calendars, rank your choices and share any additional comments or suggestions. The survey also includes an opportunity to provide feedback on the possibility of additional early-release days to support required professional development.
You can view the calendars here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1LNzPohIGnPe9JpDBa58JhEPLms854dtN/view
🗓️ Survey closes October 31 at 6:00 p.m.
🔗 Take the survey: https://forms.gle/5XeGXC9KYxAHU9CM7
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback as we plan for the 2027-2028 school year.
_________________________________________________________
📅 ¡Ayude a dar forma al calendario escolar 2027-2028!
Las Escuelas del Condado de Pender están solicitando comentarios de padres, tutores y miembros de la comunidad sobre las opciones preliminares del calendario escolar para el año escolar 2027-2028.
Por favor, revise los calendarios propuestos, clasifique sus opciones en orden de preferencia y comparta cualquier comentario o sugerencia adicional. La encuesta también incluye una oportunidad para brindar su opinión sobre la posibilidad de agregar días adicionales de salida temprana para apoyar el desarrollo profesional requerido.
Puede ver los calendarios aquí:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1LNzPohIGnPe9JpDBa58JhEPLms854dtN/view
🗓️ La encuesta cerrará el 31 de octubre a las 6:00 p. m.
🔗 Complete la encuesta aquí:
https://forms.gle/5XeGXC9KYxAHU9CM7
Gracias por tomarse el tiempo para compartir sus comentarios mientras planificamos el año escolar 2027-2028.


Congratulations to our Shark Tank Winner today! Esme Segers won 2nd place with her Wee Grow concept! #penderproud


What an exciting evening meeting with the Class of 1977 last night! We’re looking forward to working with you all and helping you bring your future plans to life. Thank you for the opportunity—we’re excited about what’s ahead! 🎉

🎓A few senior updates! Sr picture retakes are coming on November 6th - pay attention to emails to add your name to the list! Also - tonight is Senior night and it takes place BEFORE the football game. Athletes and guests need to be lined up and ready to walk BEFORE 6:30pm.


🏐Round one of playoffs - home this Saturday!

📣 Pender County residents—your voice matters!
Pender County Schools encourages our families and neighbors who live in Pender County to participate in the 2026 Pender County Community Health Survey. Make your voice heard and share your perspective on health in our community!
📱 Scan the QR code on the flyer to complete the survey. It is available in English and Spanish.
Please help spread the word by sharing this opportunity with friends, family and neighbors!
📣 ¡Residentes del condado de Pender: su opinión cuenta!
Las Escuelas del Condado de Pender invitan a nuestras familias y vecinos que viven en el condado a participar en la Encuesta de Salud Comunitaria del Condado de Pender 2026. ¡Haga oír su voz y comparta su perspectiva sobre la salud en nuestra comunidad!
📱 Escanee el código QR del volante para completar la encuesta. Está disponible en español e inglés.
¡Ayúdenos a difundir esta oportunidad compartiéndola con amigos, familiares y vecinos!
Pender County Schools encourages our families and neighbors who live in Pender County to participate in the 2026 Pender County Community Health Survey. Make your voice heard and share your perspective on health in our community!
📱 Scan the QR code on the flyer to complete the survey. It is available in English and Spanish.
Please help spread the word by sharing this opportunity with friends, family and neighbors!
📣 ¡Residentes del condado de Pender: su opinión cuenta!
Las Escuelas del Condado de Pender invitan a nuestras familias y vecinos que viven en el condado a participar en la Encuesta de Salud Comunitaria del Condado de Pender 2026. ¡Haga oír su voz y comparta su perspectiva sobre la salud en nuestra comunidad!
📱 Escanee el código QR del volante para completar la encuesta. Está disponible en español e inglés.
¡Ayúdenos a difundir esta oportunidad compartiéndola con amigos, familiares y vecinos!


🐔PHS FFA at the UMO Invitational Livestock Judging Competition at the Wayne County Fairgrounds!

Just a reminder that this Friday is Sr night - please note students will walk at 6:30pm - everyone needs to give themselves time to get through the gate and remember that only clear bags are approved for football events. Participating students need to complete the form - see the image for more information.

Weekly PHS Newsletter! https://tinyurl.com/k4fxkcn4
