South Topsail Elementary School

It was wonderful seeing so many Stingray Grandmas and Stingray Grandpas this morning for a special breakfast 🍩

We are proud of our Stingrays at achieving an attendance rate of 95% the first three weeks of school! Keep up the great work!!

Fall picture day will be October 3rd. Please be sure to save the date!!

We would love for grandparents to join us on 9/13 from 7:20 am-8:00 am for breakfast. If you plan on eating, it will cost $5 (cash only). Please RSVP using the link https://tinyurl.com/STESgparents24

📚🍟 Fries for School Supplies is Back! 🍟📚 We are excited to announce that for the second year in a row, our local McDonald’s owner-operators are hosting the Fries for School Supplies fundraiser in our school district! Last year, over $110,000 was raised for our area schools, and we’re aiming to do even more this year! 🎉 From August 26th to 30th, McDonald’s will donate 10% of sales from all a la carte Fries to help support our schools. It’s a delicious way to contribute to our community! 🙌

https://youtu.be/5vlcSUM-Z2M 🚌 School Buses Are Back on the Road! 🚸 With the first day of school coming up on Monday, our buses will be back on the road, transporting more than 6,000 students safely each day. Our dedicated drivers travel over 8,500 miles daily, navigating all types of weather and road conditions to ensure every child arrives at school ready to learn. Their commitment to safety and care is the backbone of our transportation system. It takes a special kind of person to be a school bus driver, and we are fortunate to have such dedicated individuals in Pender County Schools. For example, Teresa Coston, a driver for South Topsail Elementary, began driving a bus when she was just 17 years old and continues to serve our community today. Alongside her role as a kindergarten teacher assistant, Ms. Coston, like many of our drivers, is deeply committed to the well-being and success of our students. As we start the new school year, let's all stay alert and patient on the roads, especially during school bus stops. Remember to follow all traffic laws related to school buses and give them the space they need to operate safely. Together, we can ensure a safe and successful start to the school year for all our students and staff! 🚍💛 #OnePender

Open House is tomorrow 8/22 from 4:00 pm-6:00 pm (drop-in). We can't wait to see you guys! Stations: Mrs. Eames- Outside of cafeteria for Transportation Mrs. London- Front Office with enrollment questions PACES- Cafeteria Operations Military Kids Club- Cafeteria Girl Scouts- Outside of Gym PTO- Counselors office/front halfway

✂️ Back-to-School Haircuts! ✂️ Cape Fear Community College is offering free haircuts this Saturday, August 24, from 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. at the Barber School located at 108 Walnut St. No appointments needed—just walk in! All haircuts will be supervised by a licensed instructor and are first-come, first-served. Remember, students under 16 must be accompanied by an adult. Get ready for the new school year with a fresh look!

Stingray Staff are back, and "We're Willing to Bet, This Will Be the Best Year Yet!"

📣 Important Announcement 📣 All Pender County Schools buildings will be closed on Tuesday, August 20, 2024, as our staff gathers for the Convocation event. Normal operating hours will resume on Wednesday, August 21, 2024. Thank you for your understanding and support as we prepare for a great school year ahead! 🎓✨ #OnePender

🌍 English as a Second Language Classes at CFCC! 🌍 Looking to improve your English skills? Cape Fear Community College is offering English as a Second Language (ESL) classes to help you succeed. Whether you're a student or community member, this is a fantastic opportunity to enhance your language abilities.📚 🌍 ¡Clases de Inglés como Segundo Idioma en CFCC! 🌍 ¿Buscas mejorar tus habilidades en inglés? Cape Fear Community College está ofreciendo clases de Inglés como Segundo Idioma (ESL) para ayudarte a tener éxito. Ya seas estudiante o miembro de la comunidad, esta es una oportunidad fantástica para mejorar tus habilidades lingüísticas. 📚

We are so excited to meet our newest Stingrays on Friday at Kindergarten Orientation. We will have two sessions that you can choose to attend based on what works best for your schedule. First session will be from 4:00 pm to 4:45 pm and 5:00 pm to 5:45 pm. Please be sure to bring your rising kindergartener as we have a fun activity that they will get to complete while you are learning everything there is to know about kindergarten at South Topsail Elementary School! See you Friday!

We are seeking an amazing Instructional Assistant to join our team! Please email Kathryn Bates at kathryn_bates@pender.k12.nc.us if interested! https://pendercountyschools.ted.peopleadmin.com/hire/ViewJob.aspx?JobID=336

Due to flooding, Pender County Schools will be closed for students on 8/9. Penderlea and Pender Early College will continue virtual learning. Staff can report if safe; contact your supervisor if working virtually. All after-school activities are canceled. Stay safe! #OnePender

STES Annual Campus Beautification will be held this Saturday, August 10th from 7 am-10 am. We would love to have your help preparing our outdoor spaces for the start of a new school year!! Please bring your gardening supplies and water.

There are no changes to our current status at this time. Virtual learning continues tomorrow for Penderlea and Pender Early College. No decision has been made yet for Friday. Stay safe! Updates will be provided via email, website, and social media. #OnePender

Due to severe weather, all PCS facilities will close and after-school events are canceled starting at 4 PM today, August 6. This includes schools and admin buildings. Penderlea and Pender Early College students will dismiss on time. Emergency staff will be contacted if needed.

Due to Tropical Storm Debby, all PCS will be closed for students and non-emergency staff on 8/7 & 8/8. After-school activities and athletics are canceled. Emergency staff will be notified individually. Stay safe! Updates via email, website, and social media. #OnePender

Pender County Schools will operate on a normal schedule tomorrow, 8/5/2024. We are closely monitoring Tropical Storm Debby. Student safety is our top priority. Any updates will be shared via email, our website, and social media. Stay safe! #OnePender

🔔 Don’t forget! There’s a vital discussion on "Cell Phone Safety" with Assistant District Attorney Jason Smith and Pender County Schools coming up. Discover effective strategies to safeguard your kids online. 📱👪 #OnePender