Pirates Post

Picture day has been rescheduled to November 1st. Our makeup day for pictures has been moved to November 15th. Students keep an eye out in your email for more information as we get closer to picture day.

Seniors, you are required by North Carolina Law to submit proof of the Meningococcal vaccine by no later than September 22 to continue to attend school. If you have any questions about this requirement please contact Mrs. Kelli Goetsch our school nurse via email or by calling the school.

Parents, as a reminder, outside food is not allowed in our building. We are asking for your help with this issue. Please do not bring your student food from an outside restaurant as we are not allowed to serve it to them until school is over. Please encourage your child to partake in our terrific cafeteria dining options or pack a lunch from home each day.

Students we have continued to improve our adherence to dress code and cell phone policies. As we move into week four students please be reminded that all hats should be left in your vehicle or inside your book bag at all times while in the building. Also pants should be worn at waist level for all students and shorts must be at least mid-thigh in length. Holes in clothes must not be above mid-thigh. Your cooperation with these guidelines is greatly appreciated.

Yearbooks are currently for sale for $55 each. This early bird price will no longer be available after September 24th so don't delay in ordering your yearbook today.

We have several athletic events at PCHS this week:

On Tuesday our volleyball team will travel to Tarboro for a conference match.

On Thursday our volleyball team will play at home versus Gates County while our Cross Country team will run at Northeast Carolina Preparatory School in Tarboro and our soccer team will play at Hertford County.

On Friday our football team travels to Tarboro for their first conference game of the season.

We are off to a great start and look forward to a great week 4!

***Picture Day***

- Picture Day has been rescheduled to November 1st with the make-up date being November 15th.

Social Studies: Week #4! We made it!! This week we’d like to introduce you to Mrs. Jackson who teaches World History & American History. She is originally from Currituck County where she taught for 30 years. She joined the “Pirate Ship” in January and LOVES teaching in Perquimans!! She graduated from Meredith College in Raleigh, NC and lives with her husband and two kids in Woodville. Her daughter Ellie is a junior at PCHS and her son is in the 7th grade at NEAAAT. Next week we will share some special opportunities that are available to you, so stay tuned for next week's edition!!

Theatre Department: Auditions for "A Family Reunion to Die For", are THIS WEEK! If you would like to take part in the show Auditions will be held on Thursday, September 16th during fourth period. Prepare: Please prepare a 30 second to 1 minute (school appropriate) monologue. Perforable memorized, but not required. If you would prefer to do a cold read, monologues will be available on the day of auditions. Please sign up for auditions so that teachers may be contacted about you coming to auditions during their class period. You can find the sign-up sheet here... https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/10jHdszReuCkAiCF6FUtPUWcSvP7AA_nln6E10v7iTlY/edit?usp=sharing

We will have two performances of the show on Wednesday, November 3rd, and Thursday, November 4th, at 7 PM. Rehearsal will be every Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday leading up to the show. If you have any complications be prepared to list them on the audition form on Thursday. If you have any questions about auditions feel free to email Mrs. Jones at gracejones@pqschools.org

Break a leg actors!

Math Department (Student of the Week):

Ms. Carver - Gabby Frisby - Math 3

Mrs. Craddock - Kayelee Coppersmith - Math 2 Honors

Mrs. Riddick - Zy'Meria Spellman - Math 1

Mrs. Tyson - Megan Spafford - Math 1

Spanish Club: Spanish club is open to all students in Perquimans High school with an interest in the Spanish-speaking culture and language. This club is student-led, providing students with the chance to develop their leadership skills and make a difference in their community. By joining the Spanish Club, you can celebrate Hispanic holidays, learn about different customs, and experience the food, music, and art of Spanish-speaking countries. Enrollments will be open from September 13th to September 27th. Stop by classroom B102 and join or you can send an email to Ms. Osuna with your name and grade. Email: marthaosuna@pqschools.org

Our first meeting will be on September 29th during WIN time in the Spanish classroom (B102).

Volleyball Team: The Lady Pirates Volleyball teams had a successful week as the JV team defeated NECP and First Flight 2-0, while Varsity defeated NECP, First Flight, and Washington 3-0. The JV Lady Pirates are now 8-0 and the Varsity Lady Pirates are 9-0. Next week both teams play at Tarboro on Tuesday and Varsity plays at home on Thursday versus Gates at 5:00. Thanks for all your support! Go Pirates!!

Monday> Take advantage of WIN "What I Need?" Time each day to catch-up, make-up, prepare, study, homework, read...whatever you need to be successful in each class!

Tuesday> Volleyball @ Tarboro 4:30 pm

Wednesday> Where are you at the halfway point of the first grading period??? If you don't like your grade, do something about it...talk to your teacher one one one to see what you need to do to improve that grade before the end of the grading period!

Thursday> Volleyball vs Gates 4:30 pm; Cross Country home 4:30 pm

Friday> Football vs Riverside 7:00 pm

Getting to know your counselors: Both of your school counselors are new on board the pirate ship, so a little bit about each...

Mrs. Thomas is originally from Rocky Mount, NC and moved to the area in 2001. She attended Campbell University (go Camels!) for her undergraduate degree and Regent University for her graduate degree in school counseling. She enjoys spending time with her family, hiking, boating, reading, and vacationing in the mountains. Mrs. Thomas has 4 children (two who attended PCHS and one currently at HGS) and 3 grandchildren (all 3 and under!). She loves working here at PCHS and is excited to get to know our students!

Ms. Spear is originally from the area and moved to Greenville for 10 years, where she went to East Carolina University (GO PIRATES) for her undergraduate and graduate degrees. She likes to spend time on the water, fishing and going to the beach. As well as hanging out with her family and friends, and of course her fur baby- Huk. Ms. Spear is getting married in April and she can not wait ! She is sooo excited to be here at PCHS to work with each of you.

Now that you know a little about each counselor, please stop in to Student Services to meet them face to face. The counselors are here to meet any of your academic, career, or social emotional needs...and of course to be a listening ear anytime you may need it.

Attention senior class!!! North Carolina law requires all seniors to receive the Meningococcal Conjugate Vaccine. Proof of immunization must be received no later than September 22, 2021. Please contact your health care provider to schedule this vaccine as soon as possible.

This is just a friendly reminder to please stay home if you are not feeling well and all staff, students, and visitors that entire the building must wear at mask at all times unless you have an approved medical excuse from a doctor.

- Be at school every day unless you are sick or have a family emergency...attendance matters.

- Be on time to all classes each day...first bell rings at 7:55 am, be here ready to work.

- Know the dress code (student handbook)...appropriate attire and no head gear.

- Mask-up at all times in the building and on the school bus...help us stay in school.

- Be respectful & responsible...don't be a disruption or a distraction to the learning environment.

- Be your best each day...100% Effort + Positive Attitude = Success!