Mrs. Monti's Kindergarten class is working on counting to tell how many and using numerals to show how many are in a group. Today students got to act out being a restaurant owner and a customer. They took turns ordering different amounts of pretend food and giving the shop owner a ticket with the same number as what they ordered. The shop owner then had to count out the correct amount of pretend food for their customer. Afterwards they switched roles and students had a chance to try out both jobs! 💵🍔
20 days ago, Surf City Elementary
Kindergarten students working in groups while the practice counting
Kindergarten students working in groups while the practice counting
Kindergarten students working in groups while the practice counting
Kindergarten students working in groups while the practice counting
Kindergarten students working in groups while the practice counting
Good Evening Sea Turtle Families,
The morning route of bus 291 will be 90 minutes late Monday morning. We are sorry for the inconvenience.
20 days ago, Leah Smith
late 291

Friday Afternoon Bus updates:
Bus 281 -on Bus 322- on time
Bus 284 -on Bus 258 - on time
Bus 291 - on Bus 322 1.5 hours Late
Bus 288 - on Bus 279 1.5 hours late

If you would like alternate arrangements for your child's transportation, please email sce_info@pender.k12.nc.us or call the front office. Thank you, and have a great weekend.

23 days ago, Leah Smith
update
We're happy to share with you that Rose from Ms. Stewart's 3rd grade class is our Sea Turtle of the Week. Rose, your school is proud of you. 💙🐢💚
23 days ago, Surf City Elementary
sea turtle of the week announcement
📸SMILE!📸 Mark your calendars! It is almost time for Fall picture day.
23 days ago, Surf City Elementary
Fall picture day information
Good evening Surf City Families,
Bus update for Friday, Sept 12
Morning:
Bus 291 will ride bus 261 in the morning, beginning at 7:45
Bus 284 will ride Bus 258

Afternoon:
Bus 288 will be running late, leaving the Surf City campus around 4:15 pm.
Bus 284 will ride Bus 258

If you would like to make alternate arrangements for your child’s transportation, please email sce_info@pender.k12.nc.us

Thank you for your understanding and patience this week! We appreciate our Sea Turtle Families!
24 days ago, Leah Smith
School Bus Change (3)
Good afternoon Sea Turtle Families,
Bus 291's second run will be approximately 20 minutes ahead of schedule today. We have secured a driver to run this route for us today. Thank you for your patience as we maneuver through transportation changes.
24 days ago, Leah Smith
291
This morning, our 5th graders got to participate in the annual Bridge Walk which is a community event, organized by the Surf City Fire Department, to honor the lives lost on 9/11 and celebrates the resilience of the human spirit and the importance of unity.. 🇺🇸❤️🤍💙
24 days ago, Surf City Elementary
5th graders walking on surf City bridge
5th graders walking on surf City bridge
5th graders walking on surf City bridge
5th graders walking on surf City bridge
5th graders walking on surf City bridge
5th graders walking on surf City bridge
fire truck with raised flag on ladder
Starting Thursday off right with a good friend and a good book! 👩🏽‍🤝‍👨🏾📖
24 days ago, Surf City Elementary
2nd graders buddy reading
2nd graders buddy reading
2nd graders buddy reading
2nd graders buddy reading
2nd graders buddy reading
Ms. Lagnese’s 4th grade class buddied up with Ms. Colant's kindergarten kiddos today to help them learn how to use their Chromebooks. Everyone enjoyed this so much!
24 days ago, Surf City Elementary
4th grader helping a kindergarten kid with their Chromebook
4th grader helping a kindergarten kid with their Chromebook
4th grader helping a kindergarten kid with their Chromebook
4th grader helping a kindergarten kid with their Chromebook
4th grader helping a kindergarten kid with their Chromebook
4th grader helping a kindergarten kid with their Chromebook
4th grader helping a kindergarten kid with their Chromebook
We have good news!
Bus 288 morning route will not be 2.5 hours late! A driver has been found! Since she is not familiar with the route or the area, it may run a little slower than usual. Please be patient. This is much better than an 8:30 start time. Thank you!

Alas, the afternoon route will still be 1.5 hours late. Thank you, Sea Turtles! See you tomorrow!
25 days ago, Leah Smith
288
🚍 Bus 288 Update (Wed–Fri): Morning route will run ~2.5 hrs late, afternoon route ~1.5 hrs late. Thank you for your patience as we adjust for the driver’s absence. If you need to make alternate arrangements, please contact the front office. sce_info@pender.k12.nc.us
25 days ago, Leah Smith
late
Mrs. Holmes' 3rd graders are working on cooperation and getting to know each other with a team challenge activity. Their group had to create the longest paper chain with only 12 pieces of tape and one piece of paper.
26 days ago, Surf City Elementary
3rd graders working on a project in small groups
3rd graders working on a project in small groups
3rd graders working on a project in small groups
3rd graders working on a project in small groups
Pre K parents ONLY! Due to bus driver issues today, we will dismiss the Pre K bus at 2:10. Please be prepared to receive your pre K bus riders at their stop about 10 minutes early. This change is JUST for today, September 9.
Thank you - Ms. Karla Smith
26 days ago, Karla Smith
Check out Mrs. Holt's second grade class. They're learning how to use different measuring tools, today it was the meter stick.
26 days ago, Surf City Elementary
2nd graders learning to use the meter stick
2nd graders learning to use the meter stick
2nd graders learning to use the meter stick
In Ms. Colant's Kindergarten classroom, they've been learning about rules, expectations, and what it means to treat each other like a school family. After reading Our Class is a Family, each student decorated a heart with their name and they all signed one another’s hearts to remind them to keep their class promises throughout the school year.

27 days ago, Surf City Elementary
Kindergarten students holding up their project
Kindergarten students working on a project at their tables
Kindergarten students working on a project at their tables
Kindergarten students working on a project at their tables
Kindergarten students working on a project at their tables
Late Bus Announcement – Bus 288
Good Evening, Surf City Families,
Please be aware that Bus 288 will be running late on Monday and Tuesday. Our regular driver is ill, and we are fortunate to have two other drivers stepping in to cover the route.
Morning Route: Bus 288 will begin its route around 7:45 AM (approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes late).
Afternoon Route: Bus 288 will run approximately 1 hour late Monday and Tuesday afternoon.
If you would like to make alternate afternoon arrangements for your child, please notify the front office by emailing SCE_info@pender.k12.nc.us.
We appreciate your patience and understanding as we work to get students to and from school safely.
27 days ago, Leah Smith
Bus 288
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30 days ago, Karla Smith
Newsletter September 8

Mrs. Oberle’s 5th grade class partnered with Mrs. Horne’s class in the courtyard to share their family beliefs, values and customs. They tied this into Wit & Wisdom’s focus of different cultures.

30 days ago, Surf City Elementary
5th graders working on a project in pairs outside
5th graders working on a project in pairs outside
5th graders working on a project in pairs outside
👏From bus drivers and custodians to office staff and support specialists—every PCS employee makes a difference. Feature Friday is our chance to recognize them.
Nominate an outstanding PCS employee and help us say THANK YOU! 🎉 https://forms.gle/8RXYHnoJjvHq1aMk7

👏Desde choferes de autobús y personal de limpieza hasta el personal de oficina y especialistas de apoyo—cada empleado de PCS marca la diferencia. El Viernes de Estrellas es nuestra oportunidad de reconocerlos.
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30 days ago, Bob Fankboner
FEATURE FRIDAY (ENGLISH)
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