Good afternoon Pender County Schools families.
As the weather forecast continues to trend warmer Sunday into Monday, Pender County Schools will operate on a normal schedule on Monday, January 26th.
The latest information from the National Weather Service shows a "high confidence" of rain as temperatures warm on Sunday. We will continue to keep an eye on the weather and make any adjustments if necessary.
We thank you for your understanding and look forward to seeing our students on Monday morning.
Buenas tardes, familias de las Escuelas del Condado de Pender.
A medida que el pronóstico del tiempo continúa indicando temperaturas más cálidas desde el domingo hasta el lunes, las Escuelas del Condado de Pender operarán con un horario normal el lunes 26 de enero.
La información más reciente del Servicio Meteorológico Nacional muestra una “alta probabilidad” de lluvia a medida que las temperaturas aumenten el domingo. Continuaremos monitoreando las condiciones del tiempo y realizaremos cualquier ajuste necesario si se requiere.
Agradecemos su comprensión y esperamos ver a nuestros estudiantes el lunes por la mañana.
As the weather forecast continues to trend warmer Sunday into Monday, Pender County Schools will operate on a normal schedule on Monday, January 26th.
The latest information from the National Weather Service shows a "high confidence" of rain as temperatures warm on Sunday. We will continue to keep an eye on the weather and make any adjustments if necessary.
We thank you for your understanding and look forward to seeing our students on Monday morning.
Buenas tardes, familias de las Escuelas del Condado de Pender.
A medida que el pronóstico del tiempo continúa indicando temperaturas más cálidas desde el domingo hasta el lunes, las Escuelas del Condado de Pender operarán con un horario normal el lunes 26 de enero.
La información más reciente del Servicio Meteorológico Nacional muestra una “alta probabilidad” de lluvia a medida que las temperaturas aumenten el domingo. Continuaremos monitoreando las condiciones del tiempo y realizaremos cualquier ajuste necesario si se requiere.
Agradecemos su comprensión y esperamos ver a nuestros estudiantes el lunes por la mañana.
This week's SCMS Shark Bites Weekly is available.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1kUk8CNpQO00-n5BaLZHqd6iND5ibLIyo/view?usp=drive_link
📣 8th Grade Families — Don’t Miss This Deadline!
Pender County 8th graders interested in Pender Early College are encouraged to apply.
📅 Applications are due Tuesday, January 28.
Pender Early College offers students the opportunity to earn college credit while completing high school in a supportive, small-school environment. If your student is motivated and ready for a challenge, this may be a great fit.
Pender County 8th graders interested in Pender Early College are encouraged to apply.
📅 Applications are due Tuesday, January 28.
Pender Early College offers students the opportunity to earn college credit while completing high school in a supportive, small-school environment. If your student is motivated and ready for a challenge, this may be a great fit.
"Show me a family of readers, and I will show you the people who move the world." – Napoleon
PCS Superbowl Reading Challenge begins January 24, 2026 to kick-off NFL Championship Weekend leading up to the Superbowl.
Rules:
1. Follow the PCS Million Minute Reading Challenge Guidelines.
2. Every thousand minutes logged per school will equal one touchdown with 7 points.
3. The school with the most touchdowns wins the game at the end of Superbowl Weekend (midnight, Feb 8, 2026).
4. Students and staff...Get involved in the challenge!
5. Log reading minutes in PCS Million Minute Reading Challenge Google Form for each school found on Classlink.
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The winning school will receive an ice cream party for students and a staff breakfast or luncheon!!!
PCS Superbowl Reading Challenge begins January 24, 2026 to kick-off NFL Championship Weekend leading up to the Superbowl.
Rules:
1. Follow the PCS Million Minute Reading Challenge Guidelines.
2. Every thousand minutes logged per school will equal one touchdown with 7 points.
3. The school with the most touchdowns wins the game at the end of Superbowl Weekend (midnight, Feb 8, 2026).
4. Students and staff...Get involved in the challenge!
5. Log reading minutes in PCS Million Minute Reading Challenge Google Form for each school found on Classlink.
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The winning school will receive an ice cream party for students and a staff breakfast or luncheon!!!
🦈🃏 IT’S ALMOST HERE! 🃏🦈
Get your poker faces ready because Shark Game Night 2026 is THIS SATURDAY!
Call the babysitter and join us for a much-needed adults-only evening of fun. Don't worry about checking the weather forecast—this event is happening RAIN OR SHINE! 🌧️☀️
The Deal:
📅 Date: Saturday, January 24th
⏰ Time: 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
📍 Location: Topsail Island Moose Lodge
🚫👶 Adults Only (21+)
🍻 Cash Bar available (Please note: The PTA does not profit from alcohol sales)
We can't wait to see you there for a great night supporting our Sharks!
#SharkGameNight #ParentsNightOut #TopsailIsland #GameNight2026 #RainOrShine #SupportOurSchool
Get your poker faces ready because Shark Game Night 2026 is THIS SATURDAY!
Call the babysitter and join us for a much-needed adults-only evening of fun. Don't worry about checking the weather forecast—this event is happening RAIN OR SHINE! 🌧️☀️
The Deal:
📅 Date: Saturday, January 24th
⏰ Time: 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
📍 Location: Topsail Island Moose Lodge
🚫👶 Adults Only (21+)
🍻 Cash Bar available (Please note: The PTA does not profit from alcohol sales)
We can't wait to see you there for a great night supporting our Sharks!
#SharkGameNight #ParentsNightOut #TopsailIsland #GameNight2026 #RainOrShine #SupportOurSchool
🌟 Exciting News from WonderWorks – 2026 ART-OLINA Winners! 🇺🇸
WonderWorks Myrtle Beach, known as the iconic Upside-Down Building at Broadway at the Beach is proud to announce the 2026 ART-OLINA: Youth Art Gallery of the Carolinas, featuring outstanding student artwork from across North and South Carolina. This special gallery highlights the creativity of K–12 students selected from entries submitted throughout both states.
🎨 2026 Contest Theme: America the Beautiful 🎨
July 4, 2026, marks 250 years of American independence, and young artists were invited to celebrate this historic milestone through art. The theme encouraged students to showcase what they love most about America and its history. Whether that be innovation, National Parks, the Stars and Stripes, achievements in human spaceflight, or ideas stretching from sea to shining sea.
🏆 Surf City Middle School Shines Again! 🏆
Out of 10 works selected for the 2026 ART-OLINA gallery, an incredible 4 pieces came from Surf City Middle School, a true testament to the talent and creativity of our students.
🌟 2026 SCM Winners:
Mason Boone – 6th Grade
Aurora Fluke – 6th Grade
Maddie Siemon – 8th Grade
Dahlia Kuchta – 8th Grade
These students’ artworks will be featured in the ART-OLINA gallery at WonderWorks for a year-long showcase. Additionally, each winning artist will receive 4 complimentary tickets to WonderWorks so they can visit the attraction and see their masterpieces on display.
Please join us in celebrating these talented artists and their incredible achievement as they help honor America the Beautiful through creativity and imagination! ⭐
WonderWorks Myrtle Beach, known as the iconic Upside-Down Building at Broadway at the Beach is proud to announce the 2026 ART-OLINA: Youth Art Gallery of the Carolinas, featuring outstanding student artwork from across North and South Carolina. This special gallery highlights the creativity of K–12 students selected from entries submitted throughout both states.
🎨 2026 Contest Theme: America the Beautiful 🎨
July 4, 2026, marks 250 years of American independence, and young artists were invited to celebrate this historic milestone through art. The theme encouraged students to showcase what they love most about America and its history. Whether that be innovation, National Parks, the Stars and Stripes, achievements in human spaceflight, or ideas stretching from sea to shining sea.
🏆 Surf City Middle School Shines Again! 🏆
Out of 10 works selected for the 2026 ART-OLINA gallery, an incredible 4 pieces came from Surf City Middle School, a true testament to the talent and creativity of our students.
🌟 2026 SCM Winners:
Mason Boone – 6th Grade
Aurora Fluke – 6th Grade
Maddie Siemon – 8th Grade
Dahlia Kuchta – 8th Grade
These students’ artworks will be featured in the ART-OLINA gallery at WonderWorks for a year-long showcase. Additionally, each winning artist will receive 4 complimentary tickets to WonderWorks so they can visit the attraction and see their masterpieces on display.
Please join us in celebrating these talented artists and their incredible achievement as they help honor America the Beautiful through creativity and imagination! ⭐
EAT, PLAY, AND WIN AT SHARK GAME NIGHT!
Join us for an incredible evening of fun and fundraising at the Topsail Island Moose Lodge! We are bringing the casino excitement to you, complete with amazing food, huge prizes, and great company.
PLEASE NOTE: This is an ADULTS ONLY event.
TICKET ALERT: We strongly encourage you to buy your tickets ONLINE in advance. We will have very limited tickets available at the door and don’t want anyone to miss out!
YOUR TICKET INCLUDES:
Delicious Eats: Catered dinner provided by Splash by the Sea.
Casino Action: Play casino-style games all night long.
Huge Prizes: raffles/prizes valued over $3,000!
Silent Auction: Bid on incredible items—over $8,000 worth of goods up for grabs.
Memories: Hop in the Photo Booth to capture the night.
DRINKS: A cash bar will be available.
(Please note: The PTA does not profit from alcohol sales).
THE DETAILS:
Date: Saturday, January 24th
Time: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Location: Topsail Island Moose Lodge
Cost: $60 per person
CLICK HERE TO GET YOUR TICKETS:
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Invite your friends OPEN TO THE ENTIRE COMMUNITYvand let's make this a night to remember for SCMS!
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Lost something? Be like Sampson and check out the Lost and Found…..you just might be reunited with your stuff!
Huge shout‑out to Home Depot - Wilmington for helping Surf City Middle School’s Student Council purchase new microwaves for our lunch room! 🍽️🔥
We truly appreciate the support! 🧡🏫
We truly appreciate the support! 🧡🏫
Reward day fun! Students made snow in hopes of a real snowfall soon.
This week's SCMS Shark Bites Weekly is now available.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1V2y9SOVXHLRwIASeCRnB_xf7Hb4ZbVng/view?usp=drive_link
Surf City 8th graders completed initial plans for high school as part of the NC Career Development Plan legislation. THS counselors, the THS and middle school career development coordinator, the SCMS counselor, and social studies teachers collaborated to bring this activity to students. Students reviewed high school electives and core course options in order to make a targeted plan before 9th-grade registration, which will take place in late January. They stored their plans in a THS Google Classroom that will roll up with them. If you have an SCM 8th grader, ask them to show you their plan!
🎉 CONGRATULATIONS to 8th Grader Harry Roy! 🎉
This weekend, Eastern NC Scholastic Art Award recipients were announced, and one Surf City Middle School student earned an award this year. A first in SCM history!
Students may submit individual artworks to be scored and can receive Gold Key, Silver Key, or Honorable Mention awards. Gold Key and Silver Key winners will have their artwork displayed at ECU in February, and Gold Key winners are automatically entered into the National Scholastic competition.
Eight grader Harry Roy earned a Gold Key in the 2026 Scholastic Art & Writing Awards for his drawing “Trout ’n About.” He submitted this artwork as an extra project, taking the initiative to enter a piece he had previously completed. Talk about dedication and confidence!
Harry’s achievement is especially impressive because he was judged against students as old as 12th grade and still earned the highest honor.
This weekend, Eastern NC Scholastic Art Award recipients were announced, and one Surf City Middle School student earned an award this year. A first in SCM history!
Students may submit individual artworks to be scored and can receive Gold Key, Silver Key, or Honorable Mention awards. Gold Key and Silver Key winners will have their artwork displayed at ECU in February, and Gold Key winners are automatically entered into the National Scholastic competition.
Eight grader Harry Roy earned a Gold Key in the 2026 Scholastic Art & Writing Awards for his drawing “Trout ’n About.” He submitted this artwork as an extra project, taking the initiative to enter a piece he had previously completed. Talk about dedication and confidence!
Harry’s achievement is especially impressive because he was judged against students as old as 12th grade and still earned the highest honor.
And today in gym....
They called him Mr. Lawless in college, but Mr. Law still has it. Officer Wyke and Coach Pielech ended up in the penalty box.
They called him Mr. Lawless in college, but Mr. Law still has it. Officer Wyke and Coach Pielech ended up in the penalty box.
Enjoy this week's Shark Bites Newsletter!
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1kUj7gNWXcH2VrvTtSYpM6C0zWV-vyylt/view?usp=drive_link
🦈 Calling all Sharks! 🦈
Ready to take a bite out of the new semester? Join us for our first General Membership PTA meeting of the year! We have some fin-tastic updates to share and we'd love to see you there.
🗓 When: January 12th
⏰ Time: 5:30 PM
📍 Where: SCMS
Let’s make the rest of the school year great! 🌊💙
Ready to take a bite out of the new semester? Join us for our first General Membership PTA meeting of the year! We have some fin-tastic updates to share and we'd love to see you there.
🗓 When: January 12th
⏰ Time: 5:30 PM
📍 Where: SCMS
Let’s make the rest of the school year great! 🌊💙
These fine young men hold the doors for their classmates at dismissal almost every day! They are awesome!
This warm January weather has our Sharks feeling ready for the beach 🏝️🦈🏖️
It's going to be an AMAZING night of games and fun supporting our PTA and school! Please buy your tickets early to help the planning process. You don't want to miss it!
