Check out this weeks athletic events!
Come support the wrestling teams in their first home matches of the season!
Don’t be a humbug!
Join our Advanced Theatre students for an unforgettable evening of music, desserts, and holiday cheer!
Come watch the classic tale of A Christmas Carol as cold-hearted Ebenezer Scrooge discovers the true meaning of Christmas.
Shows are on December 5th and 6th at 6:30 PM. Tickets are $15 in Advance or at the door. Admission includes delicious desserts and an amazing show!
Please email Ms. Scheiber -- Alecia_Scheiber@Pender.k12.nc.us for more information or purchase a Ticket from any Advanced Theatre student. Get your tickets before they’re gone. You don’t want to miss this magical holiday event!
Join our Advanced Theatre students for an unforgettable evening of music, desserts, and holiday cheer!
Come watch the classic tale of A Christmas Carol as cold-hearted Ebenezer Scrooge discovers the true meaning of Christmas.
Shows are on December 5th and 6th at 6:30 PM. Tickets are $15 in Advance or at the door. Admission includes delicious desserts and an amazing show!
Please email Ms. Scheiber -- Alecia_Scheiber@Pender.k12.nc.us for more information or purchase a Ticket from any Advanced Theatre student. Get your tickets before they’re gone. You don’t want to miss this magical holiday event!
Check out this weeks athletic events!
*Tickets for Tuesdays basketball games AT Croatan are $10, cash only!
*Tickets for Tuesdays basketball games AT Croatan are $10, cash only!
Welcome to The Pirate Post! Enjoy the story of Topsail High told by the students of Topsail High. Please use the link below to learn about important news and information. Go Pirates!
https://drive.google.com/file/d/14tTj0DoQRZZJ1lsWl5VhtTseQwL4OmsX/view?usp=sharing
We had an exciting opening night for basketball Tuesday- come out for some more tonight as our teams take on Cleveland HS!
Tickets can be pre-purchased at https://gofan.co/app/school/NC2373
Tickets can be pre-purchased at https://gofan.co/app/school/NC2373
🚗 Ready to Hit the Road?
A new Driver’s Ed class will be held at THS December 1–12!
🕒 2:15–5:15 PM each day
🔗 Apply now and get more information here:
https://www.pender.k12.nc.us/page/driver-education
Don’t miss your chance to sign up! 🎉
A new Driver’s Ed class will be held at THS December 1–12!
🕒 2:15–5:15 PM each day
🔗 Apply now and get more information here:
https://www.pender.k12.nc.us/page/driver-education
Don’t miss your chance to sign up! 🎉
Help us kick off basketball season with our first set of home games tonight! The action starts at 4PM against Croatan! Tickets can be purchased at https://gofan.co/app/school/NC2373
Join us tonight to celebrate our student athletes signing to play at the next level!
Welcome to The Pirate Post! Enjoy the story of Topsail High told by the students of Topsail High. Please use the link below to learn about important news and information. Go Pirates!
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Qa99B0-lhfzA2V52GRVjUyPl4qJrE5Ck/view?usp=sharing
Here are your winter sports schedules! Go Pirates!
Season tickets can be purchased here: https://gofan.co/app/school/NC2373
Season tickets can be purchased here: https://gofan.co/app/school/NC2373
🌟Interested in government, community service, or gaining real-world work experience? Become a Student Election Assistant for the March 3, 2026 Primary Election!
🗳️ Eligibility & Key Details:
• Must be 17 years old on or before March 3, 2026
• Application deadline: January 13, 2026
• Must be available Election Day: Tuesday, March 3rd, 2026 from 5:30 AM to 7:30 PM
• Pay: $11/hr for Election Day + $25 for training
This is a great opportunity to serve your community, build your résumé, and take part in the democratic process!
📩 Questions or completed applications?
Contact the Pender County Board of Elections.
🗳️ Eligibility & Key Details:
• Must be 17 years old on or before March 3, 2026
• Application deadline: January 13, 2026
• Must be available Election Day: Tuesday, March 3rd, 2026 from 5:30 AM to 7:30 PM
• Pay: $11/hr for Election Day + $25 for training
This is a great opportunity to serve your community, build your résumé, and take part in the democratic process!
📩 Questions or completed applications?
Contact the Pender County Board of Elections.
CTE invites you and your school community to join us in celebrating National Career Development Month Spirit Week! Let’s raise awareness around careers and have some fun while doing it! 🚀🎉
📅 Spirit Week: Monday, November 17th – Friday, November 21st
🔧 Monday, November 17th: FUTURE TRADES DAY!
Wear work gear that represents a hands-on trade or career!
🎓 Tuesday, November 18th: FUTURE COLLEGE SHIRT DAY!
Rep your future college with pride!
☀️ Wednesday, November 19th: YOUR FUTURE IS BRIGHT DAY!
Wear bright colors and sunglasses.
🍎 Thursday, November 20th: DRESS LIKE YOUR FAVORITE TEACHER DAY!
💼 Friday, November 21st: DRESS FOR YOUR FUTURE CAREER DAY!
📸 We’d love to feature your school!
Please send any schoolwide or individual participation photos to dominique_bates@pender.k12.nc.us
.
Let’s celebrate our students’ futures together! 🌟
📅 Spirit Week: Monday, November 17th – Friday, November 21st
🔧 Monday, November 17th: FUTURE TRADES DAY!
Wear work gear that represents a hands-on trade or career!
🎓 Tuesday, November 18th: FUTURE COLLEGE SHIRT DAY!
Rep your future college with pride!
☀️ Wednesday, November 19th: YOUR FUTURE IS BRIGHT DAY!
Wear bright colors and sunglasses.
🍎 Thursday, November 20th: DRESS LIKE YOUR FAVORITE TEACHER DAY!
💼 Friday, November 21st: DRESS FOR YOUR FUTURE CAREER DAY!
📸 We’d love to feature your school!
Please send any schoolwide or individual participation photos to dominique_bates@pender.k12.nc.us
.
Let’s celebrate our students’ futures together! 🌟
The Topsail High Student Government and Key Club is leading the way to collect non-perishable food items as part of the county-wide food drive. This initiative brings together students, staff, and families in a united effort to make a meaningful difference during the holiday season. Please consider donating the following items:
Cereal, canned tuna, canned chicken, peanut butter, condiments, individually packaged snacks such as granola bars, Pop-Tarts, tuna packets, beef jerky, crackers, ramen noodles, pudding cups, Jell-O cups, fruit cups, Rice Krispie treats, and Cheez-Its.
Thank you for your generosity and support! Go Pirates!
Cereal, canned tuna, canned chicken, peanut butter, condiments, individually packaged snacks such as granola bars, Pop-Tarts, tuna packets, beef jerky, crackers, ramen noodles, pudding cups, Jell-O cups, fruit cups, Rice Krispie treats, and Cheez-Its.
Thank you for your generosity and support! Go Pirates!
We are kicking off winter sports with some basketball scrimmages today and tomorrow! Our mens varsity team will be playing tonight at 6 and our women's teams will be playing tomorrow.
Tickets can be purchased at https://gofan.co/app/school/NC2373
Tickets can be purchased at https://gofan.co/app/school/NC2373
🌟 Student Spotlight 🌟
Meet Khloe, a determined and inspiring 10th grader at Topsail High School (THS), recognized for her incredible 💪 determination and positive spirit.
Khloe’s story is one of true perseverance. Born with a condition that left doctors unsure if she would ever be able to walk or hold items, she has proven that anything is possible with willpower and heart. Through hard work and daily practice, Khloe not only overcame those early challenges but also earned her spot on both the Surf City Middle School Cheer Team and the Topsail High School JV Cheer Team 🎀📣. She’s even mastered several impressive gymnastics moves 🤸♀️!
Khloe is a shining example of bravery, determination, and kindness. In addition to excelling in honors reading classes 📚, she inspires those around her, leading Bible study with her younger sisters and encouraging her peers to believe in themselves. Her positive attitude and resilience show everyone that challenges can become strengths when met with courage and hard work 🌈.
Outside of school, Khloe enjoys cheerleading 📣, basketball 🏀, gymnastics 🤸♀️, and playing the guitar 🎸which she’s impressively teaching herself! Her favorite food is Chinese 🍜, her favorite color is teal 💎, and she’s a big fan of Michael Jackson 🎶.
💙🖤 Congratulations, Khloe, your determination, talent, and uplifting spirit make you a true inspiration to the Topsail High School community!
Meet Khloe, a determined and inspiring 10th grader at Topsail High School (THS), recognized for her incredible 💪 determination and positive spirit.
Khloe’s story is one of true perseverance. Born with a condition that left doctors unsure if she would ever be able to walk or hold items, she has proven that anything is possible with willpower and heart. Through hard work and daily practice, Khloe not only overcame those early challenges but also earned her spot on both the Surf City Middle School Cheer Team and the Topsail High School JV Cheer Team 🎀📣. She’s even mastered several impressive gymnastics moves 🤸♀️!
Khloe is a shining example of bravery, determination, and kindness. In addition to excelling in honors reading classes 📚, she inspires those around her, leading Bible study with her younger sisters and encouraging her peers to believe in themselves. Her positive attitude and resilience show everyone that challenges can become strengths when met with courage and hard work 🌈.
Outside of school, Khloe enjoys cheerleading 📣, basketball 🏀, gymnastics 🤸♀️, and playing the guitar 🎸which she’s impressively teaching herself! Her favorite food is Chinese 🍜, her favorite color is teal 💎, and she’s a big fan of Michael Jackson 🎶.
💙🖤 Congratulations, Khloe, your determination, talent, and uplifting spirit make you a true inspiration to the Topsail High School community!
Meet Ms. Caitlyn Bachman, an art teacher at Topsail High School, who teaches students in grades 9–12. With 16 years of experience, Ms. Bachman is known for her dedication to her students and her commitment to celebrating their achievements in the arts.
Ms. Bachman has made a lasting difference by creating meaningful opportunities for her students to grow and be recognized. She started an annual recognition event for graduates pursuing higher education or careers in the Fine Arts and helped develop a district-wide plan for students to earn an art endorsement by graduation. She also coordinates the annual Superintendent Art Awards for all Pender County schools.
In her classroom, Ms. Bachman ensures every student feels supported and challenged. She introduced the district’s first Advanced Placement (AP) Art and Design program in 2022, and since then, 100% of her students have earned passing scores. Her approach is rooted in the belief that every student can succeed when given the right tools and encouragement.
Most recently, Ms. Bachman was recognized as the Secondary Division Art Educator of the Year by the North Carolina Art Education Association, an honor that reflects her passion and impact both in and beyond the classroom.
🎨💙 Thank you, Ms. Bachman, for inspiring creativity, achievement, and confidence in your students at Topsail High School.
Ms. Bachman has made a lasting difference by creating meaningful opportunities for her students to grow and be recognized. She started an annual recognition event for graduates pursuing higher education or careers in the Fine Arts and helped develop a district-wide plan for students to earn an art endorsement by graduation. She also coordinates the annual Superintendent Art Awards for all Pender County schools.
In her classroom, Ms. Bachman ensures every student feels supported and challenged. She introduced the district’s first Advanced Placement (AP) Art and Design program in 2022, and since then, 100% of her students have earned passing scores. Her approach is rooted in the belief that every student can succeed when given the right tools and encouragement.
Most recently, Ms. Bachman was recognized as the Secondary Division Art Educator of the Year by the North Carolina Art Education Association, an honor that reflects her passion and impact both in and beyond the classroom.
🎨💙 Thank you, Ms. Bachman, for inspiring creativity, achievement, and confidence in your students at Topsail High School.
Once upon a crime… justice is calling! The THS Intermediate Theatre class is bringing a hilarious twist to your favorite fairy tales with Law & Order: Fairy Tale Unit! Join us Wednesday, November 13th at 6:30 PM in the THS Auditorium for a night full of laughter, courtroom chaos, and magical mayhem as your favorite storybook characters face the long arm of the law. Tickets are just $5 in advance and $6 at the door—grab yours from Ms. Scheiber’s room (F107) or any Drama student! Don’t miss this unforgettable mashup of fairy tales and courtroom drama—where the magic meets the gavel!
Welcome to The Pirate Post! Enjoy the story of Topsail High told by the students of Topsail High. Please use the link below to learn about important news and information. Go Pirates!
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1fvxmW_K_5ukdUAH2carA1trG63rpTPTD/view?usp=sharing
Feeling under the weather? We’ve got you covered! 😷💻
Did you know your child can be tested for COVID, flu, or strep right at school? Through our PATH partnership telehealth program, students can see a Nurse Practitioner virtually, and testing can be done on-site, quick and easy!
➡️ Contact your school nurse to enroll in Telehealth today.
📞 Questions? Call 910-815-7063
Let’s keep Pender County Schools healthy together! 💙
¿No se siente bien? ¡Tenemos todo cubierto! 😷💻
¿Sabía que su hijo(a) puede hacerse la prueba de COVID, gripe o estreptococo directamente en la escuela?
A través de nuestro programa de telemedicina en colaboración con PATH, los estudiantes pueden tener una visita virtual con un(a) enfermero(a) practicante, ¡y las pruebas se pueden realizar en la escuela de forma rápida y sencilla!
➡️ Comuníquese con la enfermera de su escuela para inscribirse en el programa de Telehealth hoy mismo.
📞 ¿Preguntas? Llame al 910-815-7063
¡Mantengamos juntos a las Escuelas del Condado de Pender saludables! 💙
Did you know your child can be tested for COVID, flu, or strep right at school? Through our PATH partnership telehealth program, students can see a Nurse Practitioner virtually, and testing can be done on-site, quick and easy!
➡️ Contact your school nurse to enroll in Telehealth today.
📞 Questions? Call 910-815-7063
Let’s keep Pender County Schools healthy together! 💙
¿No se siente bien? ¡Tenemos todo cubierto! 😷💻
¿Sabía que su hijo(a) puede hacerse la prueba de COVID, gripe o estreptococo directamente en la escuela?
A través de nuestro programa de telemedicina en colaboración con PATH, los estudiantes pueden tener una visita virtual con un(a) enfermero(a) practicante, ¡y las pruebas se pueden realizar en la escuela de forma rápida y sencilla!
➡️ Comuníquese con la enfermera de su escuela para inscribirse en el programa de Telehealth hoy mismo.
📞 ¿Preguntas? Llame al 910-815-7063
¡Mantengamos juntos a las Escuelas del Condado de Pender saludables! 💙
