Also, we will move the game on 8/20 to a different day due to open house. Thank you for the support, and I'm excited about a great year!
We are excited to announce that our 2nd Annual Car Show will be held on August 22 from 8:00–11:00 AM right here at PHS!
As we prepare for another exciting event, we would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to everyone who has contributed their time, resources, and support to help make this event a success. We truly appreciate your continued support of our school and community!
If you would like to make a contribution or support the event, please reach out to Tina Welborn at Tina_Welborn@pender.k12.nc.us
We look forward to seeing you there for a great morning of cars, community, and fun! 🏎️✨
Mark your calendars — August 22 | 8:00–11:00 AM | PHS
We hope to see you there! 🚘
From the first measurement to the final product, these campers demonstrated creativity, teamwork, and craftsmanship. A big thank you to Mr. Jackson for sharing his expertise and inspiring the next generation of skilled trades professionals!
#CTEWorks #PenderHigh #SummerCamp #Carpentry #SkilledTrades #HandsOnLearning #BuildingFutures #ChampionsAtWork
🚌 Need school bus transportation on day one?
All students who need bus transportation for the first day of school must be registered by August 10.
Requests submitted after the deadline cannot be guaranteed service during the first 10 school days. Register by August 10 to help ensure your student has transportation available when school begins.
Thank you for helping us prepare for a safe and successful start to the school year!
Enroll - https://www.pender.k12.nc.us/page/enroll
🚌 **¿Necesita transporte en autobús escolar desde el primer día?**
Todos los estudiantes que necesiten transporte en autobús escolar el primer día de clases deben estar inscritos a más tardar el **10 de agosto**.
No se puede garantizar el servicio durante los primeros 10 días de clases para las solicitudes recibidas después de la fecha límite. Complete la inscripción antes del 10 de agosto para ayudar a garantizar que su estudiante tenga transporte disponible cuando comiencen las clases.
¡Gracias por ayudarnos a prepararnos para un inicio seguro y exitoso del nuevo año escolar!
Inscribirse - https://www.pender.k12.nc.us/page/enroll
🎓Interested in serving your country while pursuing a college education?
Students and families are invited to attend the Military Academies Fair to explore opportunities at U.S. service academies, senior military colleges and ROTC programs.
📅 Wednesday, September 9
⏰ 5:30–8:00 p.m.
📍 Eastern North Carolina Regional Skills Center
Representatives are expected from West Point, the U.S. Naval Academy, U.S. Coast Guard Academy, U.S. Merchant Marine Academy, The Citadel, Virginia Military Institute, Virginia Tech Corps of Cadets, Norwich University Corps of Cadets and Navy ROTC.
Whether you’re beginning to explore your options or preparing to apply, this regional event is a great opportunity to ask questions and learn about pathways to college, leadership and military service. Please see the attached flyer for additional details. 📚
📅 Thursday, August 6
⏰ 11 a.m.–2 p.m.
📍 Black River Health Services
301 S. Campbell St., Burgaw
❤️ Free and open to the entire community! School supplies will be available while supplies last.
🎒✏️ ¡Prepárense para el nuevo año escolar! Black River Health Services invita a las familias a un evento GRATUITO de regreso a clases con útiles escolares, actividades para niños, recursos familiares y organizaciones comunitarias.
📅 Jueves, 6 de agosto
⏰ 11 a.m.–2 p.m.
📍 Black River Health Services
301 S. Campbell St., Burgaw
❤️ ¡El evento es gratuito y está abierto a toda la comunidad! Los útiles escolares estarán disponibles hasta agotar existencias.
Appointments are now available for your senior photography session.
Book here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/8050C4BAEAE2FA3FE3-64597329-burgaw If you have any questions, please contact: Strawbridge Customer Service department via the Live Chat at www.strawbridge.net (available 8am to 5pm ET) or by emailing customerservice@strawbridge.net.
📢Calling ALL freshmen! It is time to get ready for the NEW school year! If you know someone who is going to be a freshman at PHS this year or maybe YOU will be a freshman this year....check out our intro progam offered by CIS. Students will be able to get a head start on the year...touring the school, meeting teachers, and learning more about PHS! Be sure to sign up by July 31st using the QR code on the form!
Class of 2027 - start the school year off with a Sr t-shirt! Place your order here: https://tinyurl.com/2mrut4z3
Any questions please contact: jessica_brown@pender.k12.nc.us or mikayla_miller@pender.k12.nc.us
📚 The countdown is on—just 38 days until students on our traditional calendar return to school on Monday, August 24!
As we prepare for the 2026–27 school year, families are asked to complete their student’s Beginning of Year Information Update. This update is not required for newly enrolled students.
Keeping contact and emergency information current helps ensure a safe, smooth and successful start from day one.
We can’t wait to welcome our students back! 🚌✏️🏫
