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The ACT-WorkKeys test will be given on Thursday of this week. Students taking the test will complete their testing boot camp on Tuesday and Wednesday of this week prior to testing. We encourage all students that are testing to take their time and do their best.

Seniors, we are working on a make-up date for cap and gown photos. We hope to have that date solidified by next week. We will let you know the date as soon as it is set.

Congratulations to the Lady Pirates Basketball team on their championship during the regular season. The Lady Pirates will host a semi-final game on Wednesday of this week in the conference tournament. We will post game time and opponent information early next week. Be sure to pack the gym to support them on Wednesday.

FFA Week is this week and we will celebrate with FFA themed days at PCHS: Tuesday - Dress like a farmer day, Wednesday - Flannel Day, Thursday - Camo Day, Friday - FFA Day - dress in blue and gold or wear FFA attire. Prizes will be given each day to the best dressed on that day. The FFA will also be selling raffle tickets for a 50/50 drawing throughout the week during all lunches. The proceeds from the drawing will go to a local charity.

This week at PCHS:

Monday - No School for Students, Optional teacher workday, Varsity boys play in the first round of the conference tournament

Tuesday - English 2 Check-in Test, SIT meeting at 3:15 PM, Battle of the books practice at 3:05 PM, Dress like a Farmer Day

Wednesday - 2nd round tournament games for the varsity basketball teams, Flannel Day, Math 1 and Math 3 Check-in tests

Thursday - WorkKeys test for selected students, FCA will meet in the gym, Camo Day

Friday - FFA Day, Basketball Tournament Championship in Tarboro, WorkKeys test for selected students, SAIL Day

Saturday - Color Guard Camp will be held at PCHS, Softball will have a home scrimmage game, Baseball will play at Gates County

Upcoming Dates of Interest at PCHS:

2/19 - Optional Teacher Workday - no school for students

2/20 and 2/21 - WorkKeys bootcamp for selected students

2/22 - WorkKeys test for selected students

3/27-3/28 - Addams Family production from PCHS Drama department at 7:00 PM

4/27 - Prom at Albemarle Plantation

5/24-5/31 - Exam review days and final exams for all students

5/31 - Graduation at 7:00 PM

Social Studies: Students of the Week...

Mr. Kajca: Kenley W. Stallings

Mrs. Jackson: Mahalia Hodges

Mr. Castle: Jayla Turner

Mr. Gunther: Tyler Sweitzer

N.C. Youth Outdoor Engagement Commission - Go Outside ‘GO’ Grants

Go Outside ‘GO’ Grants provide North Carolina students with opportunities for outdoor experiences -- to learn by doing.

North Carolina educators are encouraged to apply for grant funding for outdoor field trips, visiting programs, and educational structures.

For more information and to apply, click here.

Dear Parents and Students,

As we get back into the swing of things, I wanted to share a few additional resources to help keep your students on track:

Financial Aid Events:

As part of Financial Aid Awareness month, NCSEAA and CFNC are pleased to continue the How to Pay for College webinar series.

• Feb. 22, 6-7pm: FAFSA is Done – Show Me The Money!

• Feb. 29, 6-7pm: Evaluating Financial Aid Award Letters.

For more information and to register students can go to www.CFNC.org/events

Check out these Scholarship opportunities:

The 23-24 SECU Scholarship "People Helping People". The scholarship is valued at $10,000 over four years. Someone from the school will receive the scholarship! Due: March 1, 2024

The Golden Leaf Grant

The Golden LEAF Scholarship strives to increase economic opportunities for North Carolina’s rural and economically distressed areas by investing in students who commit to attend a North Carolina institution, graduate, and indicate an interest in returning to a rural community in the state. The student’s full application packet must be electronically completed and submitted by March 1, 2024.

Leslie Richardson Memorial Swan & Sparrow Scholarship

I'm reaching out to call your attention to the Leslie Richardson Memorial Swan & Sparrow Scholarship available to high school seniors who plan to study music at a historically Black college or university this coming academic year (Fall 2024). The scholarship is administered by the Community Foundation of Northern Virginia.Students can apply here: https://www.swanandsparrowscholarship.org/

Thurgood Marshall Oratorical Contest

The Epsilon Chi Lambda chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. in Elizabeth City, NC is hosting an oratorical scholarship contest, and is extending an invitation to any high school juniors or seniors who possess a passion for public speaking and a dedication to social justice. All eligible high school juniors and seniors to submit their applications before the deadline of March 22, 2024. This year's topic, "In a world where education shapes destinies, mentorship guides the way, and social justice fights for equity, how can the intersection of these forces shape the impact on a brighter future for all?" For any inquiries or further information, interested individuals can reach out to me at jjglover1906@gmail.com or visit us on our website Programs & Initiatives | The River City Alphas.

Booker T. Washington (1856-1915) was an author, educator, and philanthropist that was born in Virginia. He founded a tiny school in Alabama which is now Tuskegee University.