
Fall Sports Parent meeting tonight at 5:30 in PHS Gym, with coaches meeting right after. Boosters will meet afterward in Mrs. Eakins's room. Below is a QR code for the required videos for parents.


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


Champions! Our Coed Raider team received their official Championship rings today in a small ceremony with family and friends at PHS. Earlier this year, this team completed an historic first by placing first overall AND taking first place in every competition event at Best of the Best. Team members were presented their rings by family members and ROTC commanders. Team members: Madi Giddeons (captain), Jamiah Johnson, Olivia Gurganus, Oscar Galvan, Carter Brown, Gregory Greene, Mallory Psioda, Luis Garcia Maurilio, Pasco Horton, and Emma McKoy. Congratulations to all!

Sr Parking passes will go on sale starting Monday, August 12th, first come first serve. Seniors who would like to paint their parking spaces, must purchase their pass by Wednesday, August 14th.
You will need the following in order to purchase your pass:
Parent/guardian signature (regardless of your age), the application MUST be signed by a parent/guardian
A copy of your driver's license, vehicle registration, and insurance card (yes, ALL 3)
$50 cash (please bring exact amount) or check
You can pick up parking applications on Monday at the main office, you will be able to turn in your application and materials on Tuesday, August 13th after the senior meeting!

We will hold our Fall sports parent meeting on Monday, August 5th, at 5:30 in the gym. This meeting covers expectations and requirements at the school, county, and state levels. After the meeting, you will meet with your coaches to discuss further items involving the specific sport your child is participating in. Thank you.


🔔 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


Pender Athletes and Family! Please ensure all student information is completed in PlanetHS so they can participate in sports this year. The first official day is 7/31. Medical insurance or Medicare/Medicaid is required to participate in sports. If you need to purchase coverage, it can be done at www.k12studentinsurance.com


🎉 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


Class of 2025...it is time to start thinking about your SENIOR year! Be sure to mark you calendars for our Sr Kickoff on August 13 at 6pm. We look forward to seeing you there!


UPDATE! Be sure to check out our upcoming 9th grade transition camp, ALL 9th rising 9th grade students are encouraged to attend. This is a great way to get a head start on the year!


Pender Athletes and Family! Please ensure all student information is completed in PlanetHS so they can participate in sports this year. The first official day is 7/31. Medical insurance or Medicare/Medicaid is required to participate in sports. If you need to purchase coverage, it can be done at www.k12studentinsurance.com


Time to get marching! The PHS marching band will hold Percussion/Drumline/Leadership Camp on Agust 7-9 and then the FULL marching band camp will take place on August 12-16. Parents and students - check your emails from Ms. Lambert for more information! #OnePender



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


Freshmen Transition Camp
August 5-15
Deadline to register is July 24th


Concerned about your kids' online security? Join Assistant District Attorney Jason Smith and Pender County Schools for a talk on "Cell Phone Safety" to discover ways to protect them in today's digital age! 📱👪 #OnePender


We are excited to host a 9th grade transition camp this year at PHS. ALL rising freshmen are invited to attend! The deadline to register is July 24th. Be sure to sign up via Google Form: HTTPS://FORMS.GLE/YEXRYU234MAGHZCZA


Class of 2025 - it is time to sign up for your Senior Portraits! Please see the attached information! Appointments are now available for your senior photography session with @strawbridgestudiosinc! Book here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/8050C4BAEAE2FA3FE3-50101886-burgaw



JROTC JLAB Academic Team
Pender High Cadets are the top 2% of the nation's JROTC programs. The pool started with 3,000 teams from US and international DOD schools. Now, in Washington, DC, there are 500 cadets and 69 teams; 32 are Army JROTC. One of those fantastic teams is Pender High! Go Patriots! #LevelUp

Our Pender High School BETA Club showed up and showed out at the 2024 National Convention in Savannah, GA! They return to Burgaw with EIGHT top 10 placements at the national level and a school first National Champion! #OnePender #WestsideRising
10th place - Collaboration Connection (Zach McGowen, Brooke Fuller, Olivia Gurganus, Pasco Horton, Ricky Armstrong and Emma Giddeons)
8th place - Ellie Williams Solo, Duo, Trio Dance
10th place - Grace Bordeaux 12th grade Biomedical
5th place - Madison Cullifer 12th grade Agriscience
4th place - Katie Iddings 11th grade Biomedical
4th place - Alayna Rooks 9th grade Biomedical
1st Place/GRAND CHAMPION - Lexi Milam 9th grade Social Studies




🏀 Get ready, Patriots fans! The Pender High Alumni Basketball Game is June 22, 1-4 PM! 📅 Join us at the gym for an afternoon of hoops, memories, and fun. Let's show our Patriot pride! 🎉 #OnePender
