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June 18th, 2024
OCTOBER 11, 2024
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BELL SCHEDULES FOR THIS WEEK
MONDAY, TUESDAY, THURSDAY & FRIDAY - REGULAR SCHEDULE
WEDNESDAY - LATE START SCHEDULE
Alternative Schedule for the PSAT on October 16th
On October 16th Peninsula High School is hosting the PSAT/NMSQT for all 10th and 11th graders who registered. The test will take place in the morning, with a shortened day to follow the end of the test.
Only test takers will be at school in the morning. All other students need to arrive to school with enough time to make it to their first class.
7:45am – PSAT students report to assigned testing rooms
Before 11:10am – exam will end
School Day Starts for All Students
0 Period: 11:15am – 11:40am
1st Period: 11:45am – 12:10pm
2nd Period: 12:15pm – 12:40pm
Lunch: 12:40pm – 1:15pm
3rd Period: 1:20pm – 1:45pm
4th Period: 1: 50pm – 2:15pm
5th Period: 2:20pm – 2:45pm
6th Period: 2:50pm – 3:15pm
SLL Movie Night!
Come to the fieldhouse on Tuesday, October 15 at 7:30 p.m. to watch Coraline. Concessions such as popcorn, baked goods, and hot chocolate will be sold, so bring some money for food, drinks, and remember to also bring blankets and pillows to get comfortable. Bring your friends and join us on Tuesday!
School Site Council Meeting
School Site Council is meeting Wednesday, October 16 at 8:30am in the Library.
You can find the agenda HERE
A Message From the Principal
Follow Dr. Kuykendall on Instagram @pvphsprincipal for his weekly messages about what's happening on campus.
COLLEGE AND CAREER CENTER ANNOUNCMENTS
COLLEGE REP VISITS
College Career Center welcomes Juniors and Seniors to attend in-person College Rep Visits which continue through October in the CCC. A full schedule is available on SchooLinks, and all students MUST have a signed Teacher Permission Slip turned in 24 hours prior to the event to attend (even if they do not have a class during the time of meeting). Colleges visiting this week include Princeton, The Ohio State University, Cal Poly Humboldt, CSUN, Tufts and many more. A full schedule of visits, instructions on how to sign up to attend, and to access the Teacher Permission Slip can be found here https://pvphs.pvpusd.net/apps/pages/CCC-CollegeRepVisits Colleges are still in the process of signing up for times to visit Peninsula so make sure you check back regularly. All Rep visits are for students only.
Seniors: The FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) will not open until December 1st. The application year you want to use is 2025-2026 (the year you will be attending college). Make sure to check college websites for their financial aid application deadlines.
COUNSELING OFFICE ANNOUNCEMENTS
FRESHMEN PARENTS/GUARDIANS
If you are a FIRST-TIME high school parent/guardian of a freshman student, or just want a refresher course, please join us on Wednesday, 10/16, at 8:30am in the Main Gym. Please park in the student parking lot in front of the Main Gym. We will be discussing high school policies, procedures and overall transition to high school.
We look forward to seeing you! - PEN School Counselors
PANTHER ATHLETICS
ANNUAL PUMPKIN SALE
Come to the Farmers Market on Sunday and see the huge pumpkins the boys’ and girls’ lacrosse teams are selling. The Farmers Market is in in the student parking lot on Silver Spur at the Basswood light. Proceeds go to Pen’s lacrosse program. The teams will be at the Farmers Market every Sunday through the end of October. Don’t miss it!
Baseball Christmas Tree Fundraiser
Looking for the perfect Christmas tree or decorative evergreens? Look no further! Online sales are open now through November the 13th,2024. Every tree sold helps the baseball team achieve their fundraising goals. Let’s make this holiday season bright!
SENIORS - CLASS OF 2025
SKETCHERS WALK 2024
Panthers, it's time to lace up for the 16th annual Skechers Walk! Every year, our district unites to raise thousands of dollars in support of our 18 PVUSD schools and vital programs. As one of our biggest fundraisers, this walk directly funds incredible initiatives like the SMERT Building, the College & Career Center, the Science Fair, and so much more. If you can’t make it day-of, no worries! You can register as a virtual walker and still support our district. Let’s rally together and make this year our best yet. Register today!
PTSA REFLECTIONS PROGRAM
Calling all artistic Panthers!
The annual PTSA Reflections program is in full swing and we encourage your participation. The deadline for entries is October 24th, 2024.
Each year, the PTA Reflections program offers students a platform to express their unique perspectives and interpretation of a student-created theme. For the 2024-2025 school year, the theme is “Accepting Imperfection,” which serves as a powerful reminder that our flaws and mistakes are just as much a part of us as our strengths and are a natural and beautiful part of being human.
To find more information go to the link below and then click on the PV Peninsula icon and enter. Also, on the entry form, please enter the email address that you’re most likely to check so we can contact you if needed.
https://pvpcouncilofptas.memberplanet.com/Reflections-Art-Program.html
Please reach out to Yvette D’Elia with your questions:
Aeries Communications & ParentSquare for Parents
Aeries Communications (also known as ParentSquare) is a platform where staff can communicate and interact with parents. In ParentSquare parents can access forms/surveys, adjust personal notification preferences, and receive your student's reports electronically.
For more information on how to access and navigate your ParentSquare account, view our support article: ParentSquare features for Parents
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