🧼💙 Let’s work together to keep PCS classrooms healthy!
✅ Encourage handwashing and covering coughs/sneezes
✅ Keep your child home if they have a fever, vomiting, or diarrhea
✅ Follow return-to-school guidelines for contagious illnesses like strep, pink eye, or chickenpox
By following these steps, we can limit the spread of germs and keep students learning. For more information, contact your school nurse or visit the CDC’s Infection Prevention Guidance for Schools: https://www.cdc.gov/orr/school-preparedness/infection-prevention/index.html
✅ Encourage handwashing and covering coughs/sneezes
✅ Keep your child home if they have a fever, vomiting, or diarrhea
✅ Follow return-to-school guidelines for contagious illnesses like strep, pink eye, or chickenpox
By following these steps, we can limit the spread of germs and keep students learning. For more information, contact your school nurse or visit the CDC’s Infection Prevention Guidance for Schools: https://www.cdc.gov/orr/school-preparedness/infection-prevention/index.html
Sports at home and on the road today! Come on out and check out tennis and volleyball today!
Calling all alumni! The PHS Homecoming parade takes place on October 3rd and we want YOU to participate. We will have an award for the BEST alumni float this year - let's see who will win! If your class or organization would like to be a part of the parade, please be sure to complete the sign up form https://bit.ly/4n5VY7F If you have any questions - please contact Mrs. King or Ms. Barnhill: virginia_king@pender.k12.nc.us or bailey_barnhill@pender.k12.nc.us
Looking forward to another great week! Be sure to check out the newsletter for all of the upcoming events: https://tinyurl.com/2n8eedar
Our Communities in Schools will host a second Afterschool orientation next week on Tuesday, September 16th from 5-6pm. Any students interested in joining the Afterschool program should attend. Additionally, applications have been released, so students may come to room A104 to pick up an application.
Throwback Thursday! Another blast from the past - can you find anyone you know? Also - be sure to check out the upcoming tailgate event for Homecoming on October 3rd!
🌟 Student Spotlight 🌟
Meet Malachi, a 12th grader at Pender High School, who is being recognized for his academic excellence and positive influence on his school community. Known for his dedication to learning, Malachi consistently demonstrates curiosity, hard work, and a genuine love of knowledge. Whether it’s excelling in the classroom, collaborating on group projects, or taking initiative through independent study, Malachi sets a powerful example for his peers.
Beyond academics, Malachi is a leader who uplifts those around him. He mentors and encourages classmates, always offering supportive words and motivating others to strive for their best. His welcoming spirit—he “meets no strangers”—has made him a trusted friend and role model at PHS. His impact also extends into the community, where he enjoys assisting older adults through his church and neighborhood.
Outside of school, Malachi enjoys football, basketball, and working on cars. His favorite foods are Chinese and Mexican cuisine, his favorite color is green, and he’s a proud dog owner of a Yorkie Poo named Teddy. Fun fact: while Malachi is an introvert at heart, his kindness and encouragement shine through, inspiring everyone around him. 💚🐾
💛💙 Congratulations, Malachi—you are an outstanding example of Patriot pride!
Meet Malachi, a 12th grader at Pender High School, who is being recognized for his academic excellence and positive influence on his school community. Known for his dedication to learning, Malachi consistently demonstrates curiosity, hard work, and a genuine love of knowledge. Whether it’s excelling in the classroom, collaborating on group projects, or taking initiative through independent study, Malachi sets a powerful example for his peers.
Beyond academics, Malachi is a leader who uplifts those around him. He mentors and encourages classmates, always offering supportive words and motivating others to strive for their best. His welcoming spirit—he “meets no strangers”—has made him a trusted friend and role model at PHS. His impact also extends into the community, where he enjoys assisting older adults through his church and neighborhood.
Outside of school, Malachi enjoys football, basketball, and working on cars. His favorite foods are Chinese and Mexican cuisine, his favorite color is green, and he’s a proud dog owner of a Yorkie Poo named Teddy. Fun fact: while Malachi is an introvert at heart, his kindness and encouragement shine through, inspiring everyone around him. 💚🐾
💛💙 Congratulations, Malachi—you are an outstanding example of Patriot pride!
Come join us Friday night in your BEST CAMO!
✨Check out Cross Country at home today and volleyball on the road! 🏐🏃♀️ Best of luck to both teams!
Seniors - if you missed the Sr meeting today - please stop by the front office to pick up your packet that you missed! The mid-year order deadline is October 1, the end of year grad deadline is December 1.
Herff Jones will be back on campus on September 19 during all 3 lunches for students to place orders!
Herff Jones will be back on campus on September 19 during all 3 lunches for students to place orders!
Yearbooks are on sale now!
Volleyball at home today, soccer is on the road!
🎓Is your student considering a future at a U.S. Service Academy?
Mark your calendar for Saturday, September 20, 2025, as U.S. Senator Ted Budd hosts a Service Academy Day for North Carolina families.
This free event is a great opportunity for high school students and their parents to explore what it takes to attend one of the five prestigious U.S. military service academies. Representatives will be on hand to answer questions and share key information about eligibility, nominations, and the application process.
📍 Open to all high school students and families
Mark your calendar for Saturday, September 20, 2025, as U.S. Senator Ted Budd hosts a Service Academy Day for North Carolina families.
This free event is a great opportunity for high school students and their parents to explore what it takes to attend one of the five prestigious U.S. military service academies. Representatives will be on hand to answer questions and share key information about eligibility, nominations, and the application process.
📍 Open to all high school students and families
Happening this week! Families and students, we are excited to introduce the DigiCred app. Representatives will be on campus this Wednesday and Thursday to assist with any questions you may have.
This app will:
Allow students to send their transcripts to CFCC (and eventually other colleges).
Store earned credentials (such as CTE certifications).
Connect students to job opportunities through the APPLY WILMINGTON feature.
This app will:
Allow students to send their transcripts to CFCC (and eventually other colleges).
Store earned credentials (such as CTE certifications).
Connect students to job opportunities through the APPLY WILMINGTON feature.
A lot going on this week, games, meetings, and homecoming preparations! Make sure you are up to date with everything PHS! Here is our weekly newsletter: rb.gy/gtvwdo
👏From bus drivers and custodians to office staff and support specialists—every PCS employee makes a difference. Feature Friday is our chance to recognize them.
Nominate an outstanding PCS employee and help us say THANK YOU! 🎉 https://forms.gle/8RXYHnoJjvHq1aMk7
👏Desde choferes de autobús y personal de limpieza hasta el personal de oficina y especialistas de apoyo—cada empleado de PCS marca la diferencia. El Viernes de Estrellas es nuestra oportunidad de reconocerlos.
Nombra a un empleado destacado de PCS y ayúdanos a decir 🎉 https://forms.gle/8RXYHnoJjvHq1aMk7
Nominate an outstanding PCS employee and help us say THANK YOU! 🎉 https://forms.gle/8RXYHnoJjvHq1aMk7
👏Desde choferes de autobús y personal de limpieza hasta el personal de oficina y especialistas de apoyo—cada empleado de PCS marca la diferencia. El Viernes de Estrellas es nuestra oportunidad de reconocerlos.
Nombra a un empleado destacado de PCS y ayúdanos a decir 🎉 https://forms.gle/8RXYHnoJjvHq1aMk7
Homecoming t-shirts on sale now! Be prepared for the 50th homecoming events coming soon!
✨Throwback Thursday! 🎉Shout out to the FIRST class of PHS! #Patriotpride
🍎 It’s back—Teacher Tuesday!
Each week, we highlight the amazing educators who make PCS such a special place to learn and grow.
Do you know a teacher who goes above and beyond? Nominate them today! https://forms.gle/f4YpmMdkentnxEFM8
¡Está de regreso—Martes de Maestros!
Cada semana destacamos a los increíbles educadores que hacen de PCS un lugar tan especial para aprender y crecer.
¿Conoces a un maestro que siempre da más de lo esperado? ¡Nóminalo hoy! https://forms.gle/f4YpmMdkentnxEFM8
Each week, we highlight the amazing educators who make PCS such a special place to learn and grow.
Do you know a teacher who goes above and beyond? Nominate them today! https://forms.gle/f4YpmMdkentnxEFM8
¡Está de regreso—Martes de Maestros!
Cada semana destacamos a los increíbles educadores que hacen de PCS un lugar tan especial para aprender y crecer.
¿Conoces a un maestro que siempre da más de lo esperado? ¡Nóminalo hoy! https://forms.gle/f4YpmMdkentnxEFM8
Volleyball & Soccer on the road today!
