Preschool Program

C.F. Pope Elementary Pre-K: We spent the week getting to know one another, building new friendships, and creating our classroom community! Our little learners made a class promise to help keep our classroom safe, happy, and fun. We also made first-day hats, practiced patterns on the light table, and worked on spelling our names. What a wonderful first week of Pre-K! 💛

about 1 month ago, PCS Pre- K

Rocky Point Elementary Pre-K: Students in Mrs. Mohn and Mrs. Ramos’ class had an excellent week getting to know one another, learning classroom rules and routines, and working together throughout the different learning centers. Our little learners are also beginning to build new friendships and are enjoying learning, playing, and having fun together! 💛

about 1 month ago, PCS Pre- K

Cape Fear Elementary Pre-K: Mrs. Robertson and Ms. Henry’s class spent the week building a strong classroom community! Each day, our little learners took turns completing classroom jobs and learning how to work together as a team. They also strengthened their language skills, practiced self-regulation techniques, worked on counting and writing their names, and learned to identify the first letter in their names. What a great week of learning and growing together! 💛

about 1 month ago, PCS Pre- K

Cape Fear Elementary School Pre-K: Mrs. Johnson’s Pre-K class had a wonderful first full week! Our little learners focused on building social-emotional skills, creating classroom traditions, and developing their classroom family. They enjoyed getting to know one another while learning about the importance of understanding and expressing their emotions as they embark on this brand-new Pre-K journey together! 💛

about 1 month ago, PCS Pre- K

📣 The PCS Community Priorities Survey is open!

As Pender County Schools plans for continued growth, we want to hear from families, staff and community members. Your feedback will help identify the priorities and values that should guide future decisions about school assignment and facility needs.

📝 Complete the survey by Friday, September 18: https://bit.ly/4d0Q3O0

Your voice can help shape the future of our schools! 🏫

Lanzamiento de la encuesta — 7 de septiembre

📣 ¡La Encuesta sobre las Prioridades de la Comunidad de PCS ya está disponible!

Mientras las Escuelas del Condado de Pender planifican para el crecimiento continuo, queremos escuchar a las familias, al personal y a los miembros de la comunidad. Sus comentarios ayudarán a identificar las prioridades y los valores que deben orientar las futuras decisiones sobre la asignación escolar y las necesidades de las instalaciones.

📝 Complete la encuesta antes del viernes 18 de septiembre: https://forms.gle/sgWCWu8F1rXrxboTA

¡Su voz puede ayudar a dar forma al futuro de nuestras escuelas! 🏫

about 1 month ago, Bob Fankboner

🎉 The First Day week of Preschool! 🎉

This week we welcomed our youngest learners to a brand-new school year filled with discovery, growth, and endless possibilities. 💛

From their first steps through the classroom door to the smiles, connections, and learning that will follow, we are excited to watch our preschoolers grow throughout the year.

Excellence from the Start. One Team. Every Child. Every Opportunity. 🌱

Welcome to Preschool, Pender County! We’re so glad you’re here! 📚✨

about 1 month ago, Bob Fankboner

Day #3 of the first day of school. First school Surf City Elementary. I was able to se a dynamic duo! At North Topsail Elementary there was a visit to the amazing STEM classroom! Topsail Annandale Elementary had a great birthday rock. The last stop was South Topsail Elementary with a fantastic principal cart!

about 1 month ago, Sonya Oates

Excellence from the Start!

Our preschoolers at Cape Fear Elementary are off to a great start as they learn their names, explore their new classrooms, and build connections with their teachers and classmates. Through these first experiences, students are developing confidence, independence, and a sense of belonging as they begin their preschool journey.

One Team. Every Child. Every Opportunity.

about 1 month ago, Bob Fankboner

💉 Need to get your child’s immunizations up to date for the new school year?

The Pender County Health Department will hold a one-day extended Back-to-School Immunization Clinic on Tuesday, August 25, from 7 a.m.–7 p.m. at both locations:

📍 Burgaw — 298 Progress Drive
📍 Hampstead — 15060 Highway 17

📞 For more information or assistance, call (910) 259-1230.

Help your student start the school year healthy and ready to learn! 🎒📚

💉 ¿Necesita poner al día las vacunas de su hijo para el nuevo año escolar?

El Departamento de Salud del Condado de Pender ofrecerá un horario extendido para su Clínica de Vacunación para el Regreso a Clases el martes 25 de agosto, de 7:00 a.m. a 7:00 p.m., en ambas ubicaciones:

📍 Burgaw — 298 Progress Drive
📍 Hampstead — 15060 Highway 17

📞 Para obtener más información o asistencia, llame al (910) 259-1230.

¡Ayude a su estudiante a comenzar el año escolar saludable y listo para aprender! 🎒📚

about 1 month ago, Bob Fankboner

TRAFFIC ADVISORY | NC 210

As students return to school Monday, August 24, families traveling on NC 210 near the future J.H. Lea Elementary and Middle Schools campus should allow additional travel time because of ongoing roadway and drainage work.

Crews are expected to work along the roadway from approximately 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. on weekdays. The current phase has been planned primarily along the shoulders, but drivers may encounter construction equipment, workers and brief delays near the project area.

Later phases will require daytime lane closures, along with a weekend pipe-crossing project. Those dates have not been finalized. Pender County Schools will share additional information as details are confirmed.

Please slow down, remain alert and use extra caution when traveling through the work zone.

AVISO DE TRÁNSITO | NC 210

Con el regreso de los estudiantes a clases el lunes 24 de agosto, se recomienda a las familias que transiten por la NC 210, cerca del futuro campus de las escuelas primaria e intermedia J.H. Lea, tomar tiempo adicional debido a los trabajos viales y de drenaje que se realizan en el área.

Se espera que las cuadrillas trabajen cerca de la carretera aproximadamente de 7 a.m. a 5 p.m., de lunes a viernes. La fase actual está planificada principalmente a lo largo de los arcenes, pero los conductores podrían encontrar equipos de construcción, trabajadores y demoras breves cerca del área del proyecto.

Las próximas fases requerirán cierres de carriles durante el día, además de un proyecto de instalación de tuberías durante un fin de semana. Esas fechas aún no se han confirmado. Las Escuelas del Condado de Pender compartirán información adicional cuando se finalicen los detalles.

Por favor, reduzca la velocidad, manténgase alerta y tenga mucho cuidado al conducir por la zona de construcción.

about 1 month ago, Bob Fankboner

possible traffic slow down message (spanish)

Preschool Program Kicks Off the 2026–2027 School Year The Pender County Schools Preschool Program officially kicked off the 2026–2027 school year with Preschool Orientation. Preschool staff came together to prepare for a new year of learning, collaboration, and meaningful opportunities for young learners and their families. As the program looks ahead to the new school year, the team has embraced a shared theme: Excellence from the Start. One Team. Every Child. Every Opportunity. The Preschool Program is excited to begin the year united around a commitment to excellence and ensuring every child has the opportunity to grow, learn, and thrive from the start.

about 2 months ago, Bob Fankboner

🚌 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

2 months ago, Bob Fankboner

🎒✏️ Get ready for the new school year! Black River Health Services is hosting a FREE Back-to-School Family Event featuring school supplies, children’s activities, family resources and connections with community organizations.

📅 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.

2 months ago, Bob Fankboner

Black River Health School Supplies (Spanish)

Mrs. Withers' class planted grass seed during their garden study; they're hoping their grass will grow tall enough before the end of school so they can "mow" their lawns!

5 months ago, PCS Preschool

Your child's behavior may challenge you. It's okay. A change in routine can be stressful for a child. Children show they are upset the only way they know how — through their behavior. Don't take it personally when they act out. Pause, breathe, then respond.

6 months ago, PCS Preschool

Self-care is not selfish. It is an act of love. Taking care of your health and well-being ensures you are prepared physically and mentally to care for your child.

6 months ago, PCS Preschool

It's very hard to hide your feelings from your children. And you don't need to, as long as you don't leave them alone with theirs. Do your best to handle your feelings so you can help them manage theirs.

6 months ago, PCS Preschool

If you feel overwhelmed, nervous, or have lingering sadness, it is important to reach out to a trained and experienced mental health professional. It is okay to ask for help. You are not alone. https://bit.ly/33GRhcu

6 months ago, PCS Preschool

Information overload is real. Take breaks from watching, reading, or listening to the news stories, including social media.

7 months ago, PCS Preschool

Exercise regularly, eat healthy balanced meals, and get plenty of sleep. Breathe deeply, stretch, or meditate.

7 months ago, PCS Preschool