Good evening Penderlea Families,
Here are some important information and updates for the week of April 7th through April 10th and beyond. Thank you for staying connected and involved.
Parent Advisory Committee Meeting
Our next Parent Advisory Committee (PAC) Meeting will be held on Thursday, April 9 at 5:30 PM in the media center.
During this meeting, we will share and discuss several important updates, including:
Academic updates
Leader in Me updates
Mission and Vision realignment
Calendar approvals
A possible middle school schedule update
We value family voice and encourage participation as we continue working together to support our students and school community.
Penderlea Day – Join Us!
We invite all of our Penderlea families to join us for Penderlea Day on April 11 from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM.! This is a special event filled with fun, fellowship, and opportunities to connect as a school community.
Penderlea Day is not only a great way to bring our community together, but it also serves as an important fundraiser that supports our school and students.
We encourage families to help us spread the word by sharing this event with friends, family, and the community. The more support we have, the stronger our impact will be.
We hope to see you there as we continue building Penderlea as the Place to Be!
Penderlea Day Fun Run Registration
Get ready for the Penderlea Day Fun Run happening during Penderlea Day on April 11!
This is a fun and exciting way for students and families to get involved, stay active, and be part of one of our biggest community events of the year.
We encourage everyone to sign up and join in on the fun. All registration details can be found using the link below.
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe3cswJweYlDztWMBJ-E5HLhZkqAeTkK7ItMpa-eRI-Uzsfcg/viewform
Don’t miss out on this great opportunity to be part of the action!
Attendance Shoutouts
We are proud to recognize the following classes for their strong attendance and commitment to being at school each day. Consistent attendance plays a key role in student success, and we appreciate the effort from both our students and families.
Level 1: Dufek
Level 2: Anderson
Level 3: Cutshaw
Keep up the great work, Hornets!
Transition Night – April 20
We invite all Penderlea families to join us for Transition Night on April 20. This event is a great opportunity to learn more about your child’s next grade level and what to expect for the upcoming school year.
We will offer two sessions:
4:00–4:45 PM
4:45–5:30 PM
During this time, families will also learn more about our implementation of Leader in Me and how it will support student growth and leadership development at Penderlea.
We hope you will join us for this important and exciting event!
School Improvement Team Meeting
Our next School Improvement Team (SIT) Meeting will take place on Tuesday, April 7 after school.
The SIT works to support school improvement efforts and helps guide decisions that impact student learning and school culture.
We appreciate the continued collaboration and support as we work together to make Penderlea the Place to Be.
2026-2027 Kindergarten Enrollment
We are pleased to announce that the Kindergarten Enrollment application for the 2026-2027 school year will be available to the public starting Monday, February 2nd.
Families can access the application through the following links:
Application: Use the 2026-27 Kindergarten Enrollment Application link directly.
Families of incoming Kindergarten students are also invited to attend our Kindergarten Screener on June 2nd and June 3rd from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. This screener helps us get to know your child and prepare for a strong start to the school year.
Please see the flyer below for more information. If you would like to schedule a time for the screener, please email the school at pls_info@pender.k12.nc.us
2026-2027 Preschool Applications Open
Applications for the 2026-2027 Preschool program are now live on the Pender County Schools website! If you have a little one ready for preschool, be sure to apply soon. Acceptance letters will begin going out on April 1, 2026.
Weekly Athletics Calendar
Penderlea Alumni Night Feedback Requested
If you attended our Alumni Night, please complete this quick survey. We value your feedback and want to make this event the best it can be for our community!
Next FCA Event
Middle School Students, make plans to attend our next Fellowship of Christian Athletes event! We will meet on Tuesday, April 7th, after volleyball & baseball practice at 5 pm for snacks, games, and fellowship. All middle school students are welcome!
Athletic Banquet
Our middle school athletic banquet will be held on May 14th, with dinner beginning at 4:30 pm and awards starting promptly at 6 pm. If your child played any sports at Penderlea during the 2025-2026 school year, please make plans to attend! More details and an official invitation will be sent soon to all athletes.
April Cafeteria Menu
The April cafeteria menu is now available.
Families can review the menu below to see the breakfast and lunch options offered throughout the month. Our cafeteria team works hard to provide a variety of nutritious and student-friendly meals each day.
We encourage families to take a look ahead and help students plan for the month.
Summer Support Opportunities
We are excited to share two summer support opportunities available for Penderlea students across grade levels.
For our elementary students (K–5), Camp Invention is a hands-on STEM camp designed to build creativity, confidence, and problem-solving skills. Camp will take place June 29–July 2 from 8:00 AM–3:30 PM. A limited number of scholarships are available, with applications due by April 24. Families will be notified of awards during the week of May 15. A link to apply is provided below.
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSffWqveyKh6lor95e8TrkdoWrXkEaQQYWxAvXXZxETRRqJeFA/viewform
For our middle school students (rising 6th–8th grade), the 21st Century Summer Enrichment Camp will run June 8–July 10, Monday–Friday from 8:00 AM–2:30 PM at Burgaw Middle School. This program includes engaging activities such as field trips, guest speakers, art, STEM experiences, and team-building activities. The program is free of charge, and breakfast, lunch, and transportation are provided. Please see the attached flyer for more information.
If you have any questions or concerns, do not hesitate to reach out via email at pls_info@pender.k12.nc.us or call the school at 910-285-2761.
Thank you for your continued support and cooperation. Together, we will continue to make Penderlea the Place to Be!
Stephen Harris
Principal-Penderlea School