4th grade students are studying Frida Kahlo in art class in appreciation of Hispanic Heritage Month.
Fifth grade students learned all about being a sailor, long ago.
Join us tonight for Curriculum Night and a food truck! 5-5:15 meet with the PTO in the Gym. 5:15-6:00 pop into classrooms to receive information about expectations, grades and curriculum
🍎 Teacher Tuesday Spotlight 🍎
Meet Ms. Margo Lewis, an EC teacher at South Topsail Elementary School, who is being recognized for her patience, positivity, and the difference she makes in the lives of her students and colleagues. In just her second year of teaching, Ms. Lewis has already shown the qualities of an exceptional educator—always ready with a smile, even when challenges arise, and always putting her students first.
What stands out most about Ms. Lewis is her ability to be a steady, uplifting presence. During times of change, she was the one who held everyone together—supporting students and serving as a source of comfort for colleagues who needed a listening ear, encouragement, or even just a hug.
💛💙 Thank you, Ms. Lewis, for your kindness, resilience, and dedication to your students and the South Topsail Elementary community. You are truly making a difference every day!
Meet Ms. Margo Lewis, an EC teacher at South Topsail Elementary School, who is being recognized for her patience, positivity, and the difference she makes in the lives of her students and colleagues. In just her second year of teaching, Ms. Lewis has already shown the qualities of an exceptional educator—always ready with a smile, even when challenges arise, and always putting her students first.
What stands out most about Ms. Lewis is her ability to be a steady, uplifting presence. During times of change, she was the one who held everyone together—supporting students and serving as a source of comfort for colleagues who needed a listening ear, encouragement, or even just a hug.
💛💙 Thank you, Ms. Lewis, for your kindness, resilience, and dedication to your students and the South Topsail Elementary community. You are truly making a difference every day!
Please join us for Curriculum Night on Thursday from 5:00 pm-6:00 pm. We will have a brief PTO meeting in the gym from 5:00 pm-5:15 pm. You will be able to visit classrooms from 5:15 pm-6:00 pm.
Kindergarteners enjoyed the beautiful day ☀️ while going on a senses scavenger hunt 🕵️♂️ 🕵️♀️ 🕷️ 🌺 🍁
Stingrays in Mrs McCubbins', Ms Inman's and Mrs Prevatte's classes celebrated Constitution Day by working together to make their own classroom Bill of Rights today!
🧼💙 Let’s work together to keep PCS classrooms healthy!
✅ Encourage handwashing and covering coughs/sneezes
✅ Keep your child home if they have a fever, vomiting, or diarrhea
✅ Follow return-to-school guidelines for contagious illnesses like strep, pink eye, or chickenpox
By following these steps, we can limit the spread of germs and keep students learning. For more information, contact your school nurse or visit the CDC’s Infection Prevention Guidance for Schools: https://www.cdc.gov/orr/school-preparedness/infection-prevention/index.html
✅ Encourage handwashing and covering coughs/sneezes
✅ Keep your child home if they have a fever, vomiting, or diarrhea
✅ Follow return-to-school guidelines for contagious illnesses like strep, pink eye, or chickenpox
By following these steps, we can limit the spread of germs and keep students learning. For more information, contact your school nurse or visit the CDC’s Infection Prevention Guidance for Schools: https://www.cdc.gov/orr/school-preparedness/infection-prevention/index.html
Kinder and 1st grade Stingrays were hard at work learning new math concepts today!
Mark your calendars! Fall Picture Day will be October 1st. Lifetouch is our new photographer for the 25/26 School Year. If you pre-order online prior to picture day, you will receive a discount when you go to your cart to complete the transaction.
Please order on-line https://my.lifetouch.com/mylifetouch/#/. Lifetouch will accept Cash, Checks, or Money Orders on picture day. Checks/Money Orders MUST be made payable to Lifetouch. All in person purchases must be sealed in the provided order envelope. Cash change will not be able to be made by the photographer.
Please order on-line https://my.lifetouch.com/mylifetouch/#/. Lifetouch will accept Cash, Checks, or Money Orders on picture day. Checks/Money Orders MUST be made payable to Lifetouch. All in person purchases must be sealed in the provided order envelope. Cash change will not be able to be made by the photographer.
Congrats Stingrays on a job well done!!
👏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.
Nombra a un empleado destacado de PCS y ayúdanos a decir 🎉 https://forms.gle/8RXYHnoJjvHq1aMk7
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.
Nombra a un empleado destacado de PCS y ayúdanos a decir 🎉 https://forms.gle/8RXYHnoJjvHq1aMk7
It's time to JOIN THE BOO CREW! The 2025 Annual STE Trunk-or-Treat is just around the corner - October 16th from 5pm-7pm.
Sign up to decorate your trunk and pass out candy, donate items, help with games, or lend a hand with setup and clean up!
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/5080549AEAA2DA2F94-57319259-2025?fbclid=IwY2xjawMmhzJleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFVQ1FGOTU0aEU5T3A2NkZTAR4sxIYz0mXtbikuUaIbZYm3d3EflpjCz0jWRjPQsl211v4-IP7YB4Yw4DD3DQ_aem_aiWSptBFLJ3mr0kwWWX3PA#/
Sign up to decorate your trunk and pass out candy, donate items, help with games, or lend a hand with setup and clean up!
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/5080549AEAA2DA2F94-57319259-2025?fbclid=IwY2xjawMmhzJleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFVQ1FGOTU0aEU5T3A2NkZTAR4sxIYz0mXtbikuUaIbZYm3d3EflpjCz0jWRjPQsl211v4-IP7YB4Yw4DD3DQ_aem_aiWSptBFLJ3mr0kwWWX3PA#/
🍎 It’s back—Teacher Tuesday!
Each week, we highlight the amazing educators who make PCS such a special place to learn and grow.
Do you know a teacher who goes above and beyond? Nominate them today! https://forms.gle/f4YpmMdkentnxEFM8
¡Está de regreso—Martes de Maestros!
Cada semana destacamos a los increíbles educadores que hacen de PCS un lugar tan especial para aprender y crecer.
¿Conoces a un maestro que siempre da más de lo esperado? ¡Nóminalo hoy! https://forms.gle/f4YpmMdkentnxEFM8
Each week, we highlight the amazing educators who make PCS such a special place to learn and grow.
Do you know a teacher who goes above and beyond? Nominate them today! https://forms.gle/f4YpmMdkentnxEFM8
¡Está de regreso—Martes de Maestros!
Cada semana destacamos a los increíbles educadores que hacen de PCS un lugar tan especial para aprender y crecer.
¿Conoces a un maestro que siempre da más de lo esperado? ¡Nóminalo hoy! https://forms.gle/f4YpmMdkentnxEFM8
Student Spotlight
🌟Do you know a PCS student who deserves the spotlight? 🌟
We’re looking for students who inspire, achieve, lead, and make a difference in their schools and community.
Nominate a student today and help us share their story with the PCS family!💙💛 Nominate Here - https://forms.gle/TyCZKWRnNorAkUsJA
🌟¿Conoces a un estudiante de PCS que merece ser destacado? 🌟
Buscamos estudiantes que inspiren, logren, lideren y marquen la diferencia en su escuela y comunidad.
¡Nomina a un estudiante hoy y ayúdanos a compartir su historia con la familia PCS!💙💛 https://forms.gle/TyCZKWRnNorAkUsJA
🌟Do you know a PCS student who deserves the spotlight? 🌟
We’re looking for students who inspire, achieve, lead, and make a difference in their schools and community.
Nominate a student today and help us share their story with the PCS family!💙💛 Nominate Here - https://forms.gle/TyCZKWRnNorAkUsJA
🌟¿Conoces a un estudiante de PCS que merece ser destacado? 🌟
Buscamos estudiantes que inspiren, logren, lideren y marquen la diferencia en su escuela y comunidad.
¡Nomina a un estudiante hoy y ayúdanos a compartir su historia con la familia PCS!💙💛 https://forms.gle/TyCZKWRnNorAkUsJA
The staff at STES absolutely "CRUSHED" it the first week of school. Mrs. Eames and I rewarded them with a orange or grape crush! Go Stingrays!!!
🚍 We know the first day of the three-tier schedule brought some challenges, while we continue to work to make improvements there is a free tool that can be helpful for families - the Here Comes the Bus app.
With this free app, parents can:
✅ See their child’s bus location on a map
✅ Get alerts when the bus is near your stop or school
✅ Gain peace of mind with notifications when the bus arrives in your area
The good news is that traffic flow improved by 30 minutes in some areas after adjustments from day one. While we continue to make changes, the Here Comes the Bus app can provide extra confidence and convenience for families.
With this free app, parents can:
✅ See their child’s bus location on a map
✅ Get alerts when the bus is near your stop or school
✅ Gain peace of mind with notifications when the bus arrives in your area
The good news is that traffic flow improved by 30 minutes in some areas after adjustments from day one. While we continue to make changes, the Here Comes the Bus app can provide extra confidence and convenience for families.
📢 Reminder!
Tonight is Open House for both our Elementary Schools and High Schools!
🕓 Time: 4:00 – 6:00 PM
This is a great chance to meet teachers, tour classrooms, and get ready for a strong start to the school year. We look forward to seeing our families this evening! 💙💛
Tonight is Open House for both our Elementary Schools and High Schools!
🕓 Time: 4:00 – 6:00 PM
This is a great chance to meet teachers, tour classrooms, and get ready for a strong start to the school year. We look forward to seeing our families this evening! 💙💛
DON'T FORGET TO ORDER YOUR SCHOOL GEAR! https://my.cheddarup.com/c/ste-shirts-25-26-copy-18718
Our theme is "One School, One Shirt" with a design inspired by one of our STE 5th grade students, Jeffrey Moody!
$15 for youth and $18 for adults. We also have hats this year for $25! Pre-order now and pick up during open house. We'll also be selling shirts during open house while sizes last. Last day to order is 8/29!
Help stock the teacher lounge! Help our teachers have a great year and make sure they have all the essentials!
Sign up: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/5080549AEAA2DA2F94-57618170-stock#/ and drop off your items at the PTO table during Open House on August 21 from 4pm-6pm.
