Penderlea Families: We are excited to welcome you to our Leader in Me Family Night on Tuesday, September 15, from 4:30–6:00 p.m. in the gym. We can't wait for families to come in, see what students are learning beyond academics, and experience how Leader in Me is helping our Hornets build leadership, responsibility, communication, problem-solving, and other real-world skills. Stop by anytime during the event and enjoy family activities, snacks, and a take-home craft.
Twenty-five years later, we remember.
On September 11, 2001, thousands of lives were lost, families were forever changed, and first responders answered an unimaginable call.
Today, Pender County Schools pauses to remember those who died, honor those who served and sacrificed in the years that followed, and recognize the families and communities who continue to carry the impact of that day.
For our students, September 11 is history. It is our responsibility to help them understand why we remember.
🇺🇸 We will never forget.
On September 11, 2001, thousands of lives were lost, families were forever changed, and first responders answered an unimaginable call.
Today, Pender County Schools pauses to remember those who died, honor those who served and sacrificed in the years that followed, and recognize the families and communities who continue to carry the impact of that day.
For our students, September 11 is history. It is our responsibility to help them understand why we remember.
🇺🇸 We will never forget.
🐝 Hornet Families — have you ever wondered what your child is learning at Penderlea beyond academics?
We would love for you to join us for Leader in Me Family Night on Tuesday, September 15, from 4:30–6:00 p.m. in the Penderlea Gym!
This evening is a chance to see how we are helping students build the skills they will need long after they leave the classroom. Through Leader in Me, students are learning how to take ownership, solve problems, communicate with confidence, work effectively with others, set meaningful goals, make responsible decisions, and lead themselves and others.
These are the skills that prepare students to navigate real-life challenges, contribute to a team, adapt when things change, and step into future opportunities with confidence.
We want our families to not only hear about that growth — but to see it, experience it, and understand how we are preparing students for success in school, in their future careers, and in life. ❤️💛
⭐ Learn more about the 8 Habits
⭐ See the real-world leadership skills students are developing
⭐ Participate in activities together as a family
⭐ Enjoy snacks and take home a family craft
This is a floating event, so you may stop by anytime between 4:30 and 6:00 p.m.
We hope you will come out and see how we are helping our Hornets become capable, confident, and ready for what comes next!
#PenderleaIsThePlaceToBe #OnePender #WestsideRising #ExperienceTheExcellence #LeadtheWay
We would love for you to join us for Leader in Me Family Night on Tuesday, September 15, from 4:30–6:00 p.m. in the Penderlea Gym!
This evening is a chance to see how we are helping students build the skills they will need long after they leave the classroom. Through Leader in Me, students are learning how to take ownership, solve problems, communicate with confidence, work effectively with others, set meaningful goals, make responsible decisions, and lead themselves and others.
These are the skills that prepare students to navigate real-life challenges, contribute to a team, adapt when things change, and step into future opportunities with confidence.
We want our families to not only hear about that growth — but to see it, experience it, and understand how we are preparing students for success in school, in their future careers, and in life. ❤️💛
⭐ Learn more about the 8 Habits
⭐ See the real-world leadership skills students are developing
⭐ Participate in activities together as a family
⭐ Enjoy snacks and take home a family craft
This is a floating event, so you may stop by anytime between 4:30 and 6:00 p.m.
We hope you will come out and see how we are helping our Hornets become capable, confident, and ready for what comes next!
#PenderleaIsThePlaceToBe #OnePender #WestsideRising #ExperienceTheExcellence #LeadtheWay
🥎🔥 GAME DAY, PATRIOTS! 🔥🥎
The Patriots are taking the field at Cape Fear Middle School, and we’re ready for another great matchup! 💪
📍 Cape Fear Middle School
⏰ First Pitch: 4:30 PM
🎟️ Admission: $5 for middle school age & up
Make the trip, fill the stands, and bring plenty of Patriot spirit! 📣❤️ Let’s show our softball girls how much we support them!
❤️🤍💙 PLAY HARD. PLAY TOGETHER. GO PATRIOTS! 💙🤍❤️ #westsiderising
The Patriots are taking the field at Cape Fear Middle School, and we’re ready for another great matchup! 💪
📍 Cape Fear Middle School
⏰ First Pitch: 4:30 PM
🎟️ Admission: $5 for middle school age & up
Make the trip, fill the stands, and bring plenty of Patriot spirit! 📣❤️ Let’s show our softball girls how much we support them!
❤️🤍💙 PLAY HARD. PLAY TOGETHER. GO PATRIOTS! 💙🤍❤️ #westsiderising
🏥 IMPORTANT SCHOOL HEALTH REMINDER
The Sept. 22 deadline is quickly approaching for required health forms and immunizations.
📌 Incoming Kindergarten students and students who enrolled from out of state must provide their school nurse with:
• A completed NC Health Assessment Form from within the past calendar year
• A copy of their updated immunization record
💉 All 7th and 12th grade students also have required immunizations that must be completed by Sept. 22.
➡️ View grade-specific immunization requirements for Kindergarten, 7th and 12th grades:
https://www.dph.ncdhhs.gov/programs/epidemiology/immunization/schools/k-12
Please contact your school nurse with any questions or to make sure your student’s records are complete.
⚠️ The Sept. 22 deadline is established by North Carolina state law, and the school district cannot make exceptions.
🏥 RECORDATORIO IMPORTANTE SOBRE LOS REQUISITOS DE SALUD ESCOLAR
Se acerca rápidamente la fecha límite del 22 de septiembre para entregar los formularios de salud y cumplir con los requisitos de vacunación.
📌 Los estudiantes que ingresan a Kindergarten y los estudiantes que se hayan matriculado provenientes de otro estado deben entregar a la enfermera de su escuela:
• Un Formulario de Evaluación de Salud de Carolina del Norte completado durante el último año calendario
• Una copia de su registro de vacunación actualizado
💉 Todos los estudiantes de 7.º y 12.º grado también tienen requisitos de vacunación que deben cumplirse antes del 22 de septiembre.
➡️ Consulte los requisitos de vacunación específicos para Kindergarten, 7.º y 12.º grado:
https://www.dph.ncdhhs.gov/programs/epidemiology/immunization/schools/k-12
Comuníquese con la enfermera de su escuela si tiene preguntas o para asegurarse de que los registros de su estudiante estén completos.
⚠️ La fecha límite del 22 de septiembre está establecida por la ley del estado de Carolina del Norte, por lo que el distrito escolar no puede hacer excepciones.
The Sept. 22 deadline is quickly approaching for required health forms and immunizations.
📌 Incoming Kindergarten students and students who enrolled from out of state must provide their school nurse with:
• A completed NC Health Assessment Form from within the past calendar year
• A copy of their updated immunization record
💉 All 7th and 12th grade students also have required immunizations that must be completed by Sept. 22.
➡️ View grade-specific immunization requirements for Kindergarten, 7th and 12th grades:
https://www.dph.ncdhhs.gov/programs/epidemiology/immunization/schools/k-12
Please contact your school nurse with any questions or to make sure your student’s records are complete.
⚠️ The Sept. 22 deadline is established by North Carolina state law, and the school district cannot make exceptions.
🏥 RECORDATORIO IMPORTANTE SOBRE LOS REQUISITOS DE SALUD ESCOLAR
Se acerca rápidamente la fecha límite del 22 de septiembre para entregar los formularios de salud y cumplir con los requisitos de vacunación.
📌 Los estudiantes que ingresan a Kindergarten y los estudiantes que se hayan matriculado provenientes de otro estado deben entregar a la enfermera de su escuela:
• Un Formulario de Evaluación de Salud de Carolina del Norte completado durante el último año calendario
• Una copia de su registro de vacunación actualizado
💉 Todos los estudiantes de 7.º y 12.º grado también tienen requisitos de vacunación que deben cumplirse antes del 22 de septiembre.
➡️ Consulte los requisitos de vacunación específicos para Kindergarten, 7.º y 12.º grado:
https://www.dph.ncdhhs.gov/programs/epidemiology/immunization/schools/k-12
Comuníquese con la enfermera de su escuela si tiene preguntas o para asegurarse de que los registros de su estudiante estén completos.
⚠️ La fecha límite del 22 de septiembre está establecida por la ley del estado de Carolina del Norte, por lo que el distrito escolar no puede hacer excepciones.
Hornet Families, help us honor Patriot Day this Friday, September 11!
As we recognize the 25th anniversary of September 11, 2001, we invite all Penderlea students and staff to wear red, white, and blue on Friday as we remember those whose lives were lost and honor the courage, service, and sacrifice shown in the days and years that followed.
❤️ Wear RED
🤍 Wear WHITE
💙 Wear BLUE
Together, our Hornet family will take time to remember, reflect, and honor this important day in our nation’s history.
We will never forget.
#PenderleaIsThePlaceToBe #OnePender #WestsideRising #LeadbyExample
As we recognize the 25th anniversary of September 11, 2001, we invite all Penderlea students and staff to wear red, white, and blue on Friday as we remember those whose lives were lost and honor the courage, service, and sacrifice shown in the days and years that followed.
❤️ Wear RED
🤍 Wear WHITE
💙 Wear BLUE
Together, our Hornet family will take time to remember, reflect, and honor this important day in our nation’s history.
We will never forget.
#PenderleaIsThePlaceToBe #OnePender #WestsideRising #LeadbyExample
🚨🏈 PATRIOT NATION — IT’S GAME DAY! 🏈🚨
The Pender Patriots are hitting the road, and we need YOU in the stands! 🔥📣 Our boys are ready to battle at Surf City Middle School, and it’s time to show them what PATRIOT PRIDE looks like!
📍 Surf City Middle School
⏰ KICKOFF: 4:30 PM
🎟️ Admission: $5 — Middle School & Up
📢 BRING THE NOISE! 📢 BRING THE ENERGY! 📢 BRING YOUR PATRIOT PRIDE!
Let’s pack the stands, get LOUD, and cheer our Patriots on from the opening whistle to the final play! ❤️🤍💙
🔥 PATRIOTS. LET’S. GO!!! 🔥#westsiderising
The Pender Patriots are hitting the road, and we need YOU in the stands! 🔥📣 Our boys are ready to battle at Surf City Middle School, and it’s time to show them what PATRIOT PRIDE looks like!
📍 Surf City Middle School
⏰ KICKOFF: 4:30 PM
🎟️ Admission: $5 — Middle School & Up
📢 BRING THE NOISE! 📢 BRING THE ENERGY! 📢 BRING YOUR PATRIOT PRIDE!
Let’s pack the stands, get LOUD, and cheer our Patriots on from the opening whistle to the final play! ❤️🤍💙
🔥 PATRIOTS. LET’S. GO!!! 🔥#westsiderising
Leader in Me Family Night is only one week away, and we're looking forward to spending the evening with you.
Join us next Tuesday, September 15th, from 4:30pm - 6:00pm for an evening of activities centered around the 8 Habits. Families will move from station to station at their own pace, so feel free to arrive whenever it works best for your schedule.
Along the way, you'll complete activities together, enjoy a few snacks, and create a craft to take home. Most importantly, you'll get a better understanding of the habits your child is learning at school and how they can be practiced as a family.
We hope every family will be able to attend. We think you'll have a great time together.
We'll see you soon!
Join us next Tuesday, September 15th, from 4:30pm - 6:00pm for an evening of activities centered around the 8 Habits. Families will move from station to station at their own pace, so feel free to arrive whenever it works best for your schedule.
Along the way, you'll complete activities together, enjoy a few snacks, and create a craft to take home. Most importantly, you'll get a better understanding of the habits your child is learning at school and how they can be practiced as a family.
We hope every family will be able to attend. We think you'll have a great time together.
We'll see you soon!
Give a big round of applause to our local businesses who donated picnic tables to Penderlea! 🌟 Thanks to their generosity, we’ve got space for another outdoor classroom. When the weather cools a bit we’ll stain the tables and get them ready for students. Thank the businesses who made this possible.
🥎⚡ PATRIOT SOFTBALL IS ON THE ROAD! ⚡🥎
Another game day means another chance to cheer on our Patriots! Our softball team is headed to Topsail Middle School, and they’re ready to compete! 💪
📍 Topsail Middle School (Please remember that TMS is a peanut-free facility!)
⏰ First Pitch: 4:30 PM
🎟️ Admission: $5 for middle school age & up
Come out, support the team, and help us bring the Patriot Pride to Topsail! 📣🔥 Every cheer from the stands makes a difference!
❤️🤍💙 LET’S PLAY BALL, PATRIOTS! 💙🤍❤️ #westsiderising
Another game day means another chance to cheer on our Patriots! Our softball team is headed to Topsail Middle School, and they’re ready to compete! 💪
📍 Topsail Middle School (Please remember that TMS is a peanut-free facility!)
⏰ First Pitch: 4:30 PM
🎟️ Admission: $5 for middle school age & up
Come out, support the team, and help us bring the Patriot Pride to Topsail! 📣🔥 Every cheer from the stands makes a difference!
❤️🤍💙 LET’S PLAY BALL, PATRIOTS! 💙🤍❤️ #westsiderising
🐝 Hornet Families — just a reminder that there will be no school tomorrow, Monday, September 7th, in observance of Labor Day. 🇺🇸
We hope everyone enjoys the long weekend and has a safe and relaxing day with family and friends!
📩 The weekly family message will be sent out tomorrow with important updates, reminders, and information for the week ahead.
We look forward to seeing our Hornets back at school after the holiday!
#PenderleaIsThePlaceToBe #OnePender #WestsideRising #ExperienceTheExcellence #LeadbyExample
📣 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! 🏫
🥎🔥 PATRIOTS ARE BACK IN ACTION! 🔥🥎
It’s time to hit the road! Our Patriots softball team is headed to Surf City Middle School for a showdown! 💪
📍 Surf City Middle School
⏰ Game Time: 4:30 PM
🎟️ Admission: $5 for middle school age & up
Grab your friends, wear your Patriot colors, and come make some noise from the stands!📣 Let’s bring that Patriot energy to Surf City!
❤️🤍💙 ONE TEAM. ONE GOAL. LET’S GO, PATRIOTS! 💙🤍❤️ #westsiderising
It’s time to hit the road! Our Patriots softball team is headed to Surf City Middle School for a showdown! 💪
📍 Surf City Middle School
⏰ Game Time: 4:30 PM
🎟️ Admission: $5 for middle school age & up
Grab your friends, wear your Patriot colors, and come make some noise from the stands!📣 Let’s bring that Patriot energy to Surf City!
❤️🤍💙 ONE TEAM. ONE GOAL. LET’S GO, PATRIOTS! 💙🤍❤️ #westsiderising
🐝 Penderlea is LEADING THE WAY! ❤️💛
We have so much to celebrate from the 2025–26 school year!
⭐ Earned a C School Performance Grade with a score of 62
📈 Exceeded expected academic growth
🎉 Increased our performance score 14 points in two years
📚 Improved proficiency in reading, math, AND science
These results reflect our students’ hard work, our staff’s dedication, and the support of our families and community. Every classroom and every staff member contributes to this success!
Penderlea is the Place to Be!
#PenderleaIsThePlaceToBe #LeadingTheWay #WestsideRising #ExperienceTheExcellence
🏈 IT’S GAMEDAY, PATRIOTS!🔥
The wait is OVER! Our middle school Patriots are kicking off the football season on the road at Topsail Middle School! 💪🏈
📍 Topsail Middle School
⏰ Kickoff: 4:30 PM
🎟️ Admission: $5 (middle school age & up)
Bring the energy, bring the pride, and PACK THE STANDS! 📣🔥 Let’s show our Patriots what their crowd is made of—even on the road!
❤️🤍💙 LET’S GO, PATRIOTS! 💙🤍❤️ #westsiderising
The wait is OVER! Our middle school Patriots are kicking off the football season on the road at Topsail Middle School! 💪🏈
📍 Topsail Middle School
⏰ Kickoff: 4:30 PM
🎟️ Admission: $5 (middle school age & up)
Bring the energy, bring the pride, and PACK THE STANDS! 📣🔥 Let’s show our Patriots what their crowd is made of—even on the road!
❤️🤍💙 LET’S GO, PATRIOTS! 💙🤍❤️ #westsiderising
🥎 IT’S GAME DAY, PATRIOTS! 🇺🇸
Come out and support your middle school Pender Patriots as they take the field and kick off the home season! 💪🥎
📍 Pender Memorial Park
⏰ 4:30 pm
Bring your family, bring your friends, and bring the energy! Let’s pack the stands and show our girls some PATRIOT PRIDE! 🇺🇸❤️💙
LET’S PLAY BALL! ⚾🥎 #westsiderising
🏈🥎 PATRIOT SPORTS ARE BACK! 🥎🏈
The wait is almost over! Pender Patriots Football & Softball kick off their seasons NEXT WEEK! 🔥💪
Check out the schedules, mark your calendars, and come pack the stands! 📣 Bring your family, bring your friends, and bring that Patriot Pride as we cheer on our athletes all season long!
❤️🤍 LET’S GO, PATRIOTS! 🤍❤️
One Team. One Family. One Patriot Nation. #westsiderising
The wait is almost over! Pender Patriots Football & Softball kick off their seasons NEXT WEEK! 🔥💪
Check out the schedules, mark your calendars, and come pack the stands! 📣 Bring your family, bring your friends, and bring that Patriot Pride as we cheer on our athletes all season long!
❤️🤍 LET’S GO, PATRIOTS! 🤍❤️
One Team. One Family. One Patriot Nation. #westsiderising
🐝💛 Community Supporting Our Hornets! 🖤🐝
A huge thank you to the Willarlea Ruritan Club for their generous donation to support Mrs. Lanier and our Penderlea PE program!
We are incredibly grateful for community partners who invest in our students and help provide opportunities and resources that make a difference in their school experience.
Thank you, Willarlea Ruritan Club, for supporting our Hornets and helping us continue to Lead the Way! 💪🏃♀️🏃
#PenderleaIsThePlaceToBe #LeadingTheWay #CommunityPartners #OnePender
A huge thank you to the Willarlea Ruritan Club for their generous donation to support Mrs. Lanier and our Penderlea PE program!
We are incredibly grateful for community partners who invest in our students and help provide opportunities and resources that make a difference in their school experience.
Thank you, Willarlea Ruritan Club, for supporting our Hornets and helping us continue to Lead the Way! 💪🏃♀️🏃
#PenderleaIsThePlaceToBe #LeadingTheWay #CommunityPartners #OnePender
🐝📚 Leading the Way Through Learning!
Today, Ms. Finn and Ms. Fennell led our Penderlea staff in professional learning focused on digging deeper into the North Carolina Standards and strengthening vertical alignment across grade levels.
Our staff worked together to examine how standards and skills build from one grade level to the next, helping us create stronger connections for students throughout their K–8 journey.
We’re proud to have teacher leaders sharing their expertise and a staff committed to continuously improving instruction for our Hornets! 💛🖤
Penderlea is the Place to Be!
#LeadingTheWay #PenderleaIsThePlaceToBe #OnePender
Today, Ms. Finn and Ms. Fennell led our Penderlea staff in professional learning focused on digging deeper into the North Carolina Standards and strengthening vertical alignment across grade levels.
Our staff worked together to examine how standards and skills build from one grade level to the next, helping us create stronger connections for students throughout their K–8 journey.
We’re proud to have teacher leaders sharing their expertise and a staff committed to continuously improving instruction for our Hornets! 💛🖤
Penderlea is the Place to Be!
#LeadingTheWay #PenderleaIsThePlaceToBe #OnePender
The CFCC Dual Enrollment Information Nights are right around the corner! These information nights will provide families with information about the College Accelerated Program (CAP), Pender Early College High School (PECHS), and Career and College Promise Program (CCP).
Topsail High School: September 1, 5:30–6:30 p.m.
Heide Trask High School: September 3, 5:30–6:30 p.m.
Pender High School: September 9, 5:30–6:30 p.m.
Topsail High School: September 1, 5:30–6:30 p.m.
Heide Trask High School: September 3, 5:30–6:30 p.m.
Pender High School: September 9, 5:30–6:30 p.m.
