NEWS FROM THE PANTHER DEN

There’s something about the arrival of spring break that feels like a collective exhale. The months behind us have been full of learning, leading, adapting, and growing. True to our Golden Panther spirit, we’ve done it all with purpose and pride.

This year has been marked by incredible effort across our school community. Our students continue to rise to the challenge—pushing themselves in the classroom, on the stage, on the field, and in service to others. Our teachers and staff have gone above and beyond to create meaningful learning experiences and support every student’s journey. Our families and the community have partnered with us every step of the way. Together, we’ve faced the unexpected, celebrated the wins (big and small), and kept moving forward.

But..........we are not finished.

When we return from break, we enter the final stretch—a time to finish what we have started, to lock in the progress we have made, and to set the tone for how we close the year. The work ahead is important, and it will take the same energy, heart, and collaboration that got us to this point.

So yes—this week is a break, but it’s also a time "for" week.
A time for rest.
A time for recharging.
A time for reflection.
A time for remembering who we are and what we’re working toward.

However you spend the break, whether you are traveling, resting, catching up, or just pressing the pause button, I hope it gives you what you need to come back ready to finish the story of the 2024-2025 school year.

Enjoy your Spring Break. You’ve earned it! #nocknation

It was a terrific night on Wednesday as seniors "walked the red carpet" in fancy tuxes and dresses for the Operation Smile Fashion Show. Money was raised for Op Smile that helps children who were born with clef palates that need surgery. Thank you to all of the local businesses that donated for the raffles for the evening!

Marking Period 3 Report Cards are available on Realtime today at 3:00pm

As Spring approaches and warmer weather is on the horizon, spring sports at PTHS have started. For the safety of our students, athletes and spectators, skateboards, bikes, scooters and/or e-bikes are not permitted on the track or in the athletic complex at any time. Bikes, scooters and/or e-bikes should be parked in the designated racks outside the facility. This includes weekends. Thank you for your cooperation.

Thank you to everyone who donated to the Food Drive to support our local food pantry! The Class of 2025 is very grateful for your support!

Spring Sports scrimmages are starting up this week. Don't miss out on the action!

https://www.nwjerseyac.com/public/genie/235/school/29/

The district is hoping to form a team for the Relay for Life on 6/8. Local partners include Montville Township, Lincoln Park. Boonton and Boonton Township and this event that supports the American Cancer Society. Anyone who is interested in serving as the liaison for our group should contact Dr. Portas. For more details, check out this flyer or this link.

Students, ages 17 and above will have the opportunity to register to vote on April 23rd through the 25th during Unit Lunch! All you need is either your driver's license or your Social Security number. The deadline to vote in the primary is May 20... so be sure to stop by one of these tables at lunch!

The Home and School Association is holding their annual "Senior Sign Sale" for the PTHS Class of 2025. These yard signs are a great way to recognize your senior(s) as they prepare to graduate. Signs are customizable and can be ordered between now and May 2nd to be ready prior to Memorial Day Weekend. If you would like them prior ot Mother's Day, they must be ordered by April 25th. You can order your signs here: https://pthshsa.org/senior-yard-signs. If you have any questions, please reach out to us at paws@pthshsa.org.

Check out the revised district calendar for the 2024-2025 school year. This past Monday, the Board of Education approved two snow day give back days on Friday, May 23rd and Tuesday, May 27th.

Due to the snow day give backs that were approved this week at the Board Meeting, please see the adjusted daily rotational schedule for the remainder of the year. June 9th and 10th will now be "All Meet" Days.

April 14th - April 21st: SPRING BREAK

April 22nd: Department Meeting

April 29th: NJSLA Testing Grade 9 ELA

April 30th: NJSLA Testing Grade 9 ELA

May 1st : Spring Musical 7:00 pm

May 2nd: Spring Musical 7:00 pm

May 3rd: Spring Musical 7:00 pm

May 5th: AP Testing Begins

Lunch Support Blocks and Panther Periods will remain in place now that we are in the rotational schedule. Please see the link below for the schedules.

https://hs.pequannock.org/students/instructional-supportpanther-period

Email: attendance@pequannock.org
Website: www.pequannock.org
Location: 85 Sunset Road, Pompton Plains, NJ, USA
Phone: (973) 616-6000