5 days! Super excited to see everyone this Saturday! We will have some awesome raffle prizes, TOP 20 awards, and yummy food to purchase. Reminder, all proceeds go to the 50th Anniversary Scholarship Fund. Should we need to reschedule due to weather, the rain date will be September 6th - same time, same place!
New this year, Pender County Schools will implement Clear Bag Policy 5021 for all major events held on the campus of PCS high schools, including football and basketball games.
Except for the approved exceptions to the clear bag policy listed below, all bags carried by event attendees must be either a) clear plastic or vinyl bags that do not exceed 12” x 6” x 12” in size, or b) clear plastic freezer/sandwich bags (gallon-size or smaller). All attendees carrying non-approved bags will be denied entry and asked to return the bag to their vehicle or other off-campus location before entering the event.
Approved exceptions: (need not be clear, but will be subject to appropriate inspection at the entrance)
Small clutch bags no larger than 4.5” x 6.5” (approximately the size of a hand), with or without a handle or strap
Medically necessary items
Diaper bags with an attending infant/toddler
Except for the approved exceptions to the clear bag policy listed below, all bags carried by event attendees must be either a) clear plastic or vinyl bags that do not exceed 12” x 6” x 12” in size, or b) clear plastic freezer/sandwich bags (gallon-size or smaller). All attendees carrying non-approved bags will be denied entry and asked to return the bag to their vehicle or other off-campus location before entering the event.
Approved exceptions: (need not be clear, but will be subject to appropriate inspection at the entrance)
Small clutch bags no larger than 4.5” x 6.5” (approximately the size of a hand), with or without a handle or strap
Medically necessary items
Diaper bags with an attending infant/toddler
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📅 Open House is almost here! 🎒
Come meet your child’s teachers, explore classrooms, and get ready for a great school year!
🗓 Open House Dates:
Elementary Schools: August 21, 4-6 PM
Middle Schools: August 20, 4-6 PM
High Schools: August 21, 4-6 PM
Pender Innovative Learning Academy: August 20, 4-6 PM
Let’s start the year strong — we can’t wait to see you there! 💛💙
Come meet your child’s teachers, explore classrooms, and get ready for a great school year!
🗓 Open House Dates:
Elementary Schools: August 21, 4-6 PM
Middle Schools: August 20, 4-6 PM
High Schools: August 21, 4-6 PM
Pender Innovative Learning Academy: August 20, 4-6 PM
Let’s start the year strong — we can’t wait to see you there! 💛💙
Gearing up for a busy week at PHS!
Seniors - don't forget tomorrow is Sr Kickoff! Senior pictures, parking spots, meet your new college advisor, and just get ready for the new school year! For those of you taking pictures - those will take place in the gym. If you need to purchase a parking pass, please head over to ROTC in Bibby Hall. Check your emails for proper forms and more detailed information!
🚌 Plan ahead for the first day of school!
Our Bus Stop Lookup tool is now updated with routes, pickup times, and drop-off times for the new school year. This is the easiest way to confirm your child’s bus information before the year begins.
📍 Click here to check your stop: https://bit.ly/3HtS5tz
Let’s make the first day run smoothly for everyone!
Our Bus Stop Lookup tool is now updated with routes, pickup times, and drop-off times for the new school year. This is the easiest way to confirm your child’s bus information before the year begins.
📍 Click here to check your stop: https://bit.ly/3HtS5tz
Let’s make the first day run smoothly for everyone!
Football Fans! We are still on for our football scrimmage tonight against Richlands! Start time is 6:00, and the cost is $5.00. We accept cash or card payments. Thanks, and hope to see you there!
📢 North Carolina law now requires all public schools to show safety education videos to students in grades 6–12 within the first five days of the school year.
🛡️ As part of the Protecting Our Students Act (S.L. 2023-128), these age-appropriate videos help students recognize and report signs of abuse, neglect, or unsafe situations and emphasize that reporting is always confidential.
🎥 Pender County Schools is committed to complying with this mandate and making sure students know how to stay safe and seek help if needed. Look for information from your school in your email or sent home with your student once classes begin.
Learn more from the State here ➡️ https://bit.ly/3HbOqAq
🛡️ As part of the Protecting Our Students Act (S.L. 2023-128), these age-appropriate videos help students recognize and report signs of abuse, neglect, or unsafe situations and emphasize that reporting is always confidential.
🎥 Pender County Schools is committed to complying with this mandate and making sure students know how to stay safe and seek help if needed. Look for information from your school in your email or sent home with your student once classes begin.
Learn more from the State here ➡️ https://bit.ly/3HbOqAq
We are monitoring the weather and field conditions for the scrimmage tomorrow. If there are changes, we will be sure to communicate. Thank you.
🎉🚗The first Annual PHS Car Show is happening soon! Be sure to come out and show your support on August 23rd as we will have food, fun, and classic cars on hand.✨ This event is for our first ever PHS Scholarship! We would like to thank all of the local businesses for their donations for raffle prizes as well as a special thank you to Nash Equipment for sponsoring the awards for this event! We are looking forward to seeing everyone there!
'🎉✨Congratulations Raiders! Your rings look amazing!
Band camp is around the corner - are you ready? Be sure to check the dates and times! Leadership, percussion & color guard will meet August 6 - August 8, from 9am to 12pm. ALL marching band students will need to report to camp August 11 - August 15 from 9am to 3pm. A parent meeting will take place on August 15 at 3pm. Students should report to the band room - on time and dressed appropriately! Any questions? Contact Ms. Lambert!
The PHS Fall Sports Parent/Athlete Meeting is August 4th at 6:30 p.m. Reminder: All students must have their forms completed on Student Central, along with an updated physical. Thank you!
🏐PHS volleyball tryouts will take place on July 30th and July 31st from 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm✨📢 You must have an active physical and planet High School forms completed in order to participate!
It is time to get ready for school! Schedules are now available in Infinite Campus - please take some time to check your schedule for the upcoming school year. There is a NEW PROCESS for schedule changes this year - be sure to follow directions! ALL students received emails today with detailed steps on this process, please refer to your school email for more information! Schedule changes for BOTH semesters is happening NOW - the deadline for BOTH semester changes is 4pm, August 26th.
Have your registered? Only 2 more days left! Rising 9th grade students - this is for YOU! Be sure to register by July 24th so you can get a head start on your success at PHS! Please scan the QR code to access the sign up form.
Juntos Summer Academy was a success! Our eight Pender County student participants were repeatedly commended for their politeness, friendliness, humor, and, professionalism. While at camp students created science projects, worked on public speaking, attended a college fair, visited a career fair, toured modern innovative companies, and also made time for fun! Everyone was tired, but enriched from the week-long 4H camp. We can’t wait for next year’s camp!
Class of 2026! Appointments are now available for your senior photography session with @strawbridgestudiosinc! Book here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/8050C4BAEAE2FA3FE3-57388572-burgaw #Expressions If you have any questions, about Senior pictures, please contact the Strawbridge Customer Service department via the Live Chat atwww.strawbridge.net (available 8am to 5pm ET) or by emailing customerservice@strawbridge.net.
Reminder: all students participating in fall sports must have their forms on Student Central completed, along with an updated physical. This must be completed before July 30th. Thank you!
