Pirates Post

Parents this is a reminder that we only have two days of school this week on Monday and Tuesday. Wednesday will be a teacher workday and Thursday and Friday will be taken off in observance of the Thanksgiving holiday. As we approach Thanksgiving on Thursday I want to thank you for trusting the staff at PCHS to care for and educate your children. We do not take this trust lightly. We are thankful for each and every student and their families and we hope that each of you are able to take time and reflect on the people and things in your life that you are thankful for during the Thanksgiving holiday.

Congratulations to our football team on a fantastic season. The Pirates advanced to the third round of the playoffs this past week and competed all season with determination, class, and sportsmanship. A special thank you as well to our cheerleaders who were there at every game and not only supported the team but demonstrated true school spirit and pride throughout the season. Great job done by both teams.

Our swim team had a successful start to their season this past week while competing in their first two meets. We had several outstanding performances highlighted by great swims by Katherine Howell, Ian Ford, and Joleigh Connor. Good luck in the pool this season to all of our swim team members.

A special highlight this week is Mrs. Sutton and Mrs. Thomas and the students in the OCS classroom. These students began an entrepreneurial adventure this week called PQ Perk. This small start up provides a beverage and light food item opportunity to our staff three days a week. The students are learning how to budget, prepare items for delivery, schedule deliveries, and provide excellent customer service.

We have a short week but we still have lots to accomplish this week. Students in Biology and Math 1 classes will be taking a NC Check-in test this week. Parents please encourage your student to take their time and do their very best on these tests. The outcomes of these tests will help determine our exam prep in each area. Students should get a good night's sleep and eat breakfast before each day of school to be prepared to do their best on each test.

Our JV girls basketball team will open their season on Tuesday with a game at Albemarle School at 4:30. Good luck to our JV girls basketball team.

The final day for men's basketball tryouts will be Monday afternoon from 5 to 7 PM in the gym at PCHS. All players must wear a mask at all times in the gym and should be dressed and ready in the hallway by Coach Woodley's office by 4:45 PM if they wish to tryout. Players are also encouraged to bring their own water bottle or drink to practice each day.

Any Junior or Senior interested in serving on the Prom committee should meet in Mrs. Russell's room on Monday during WIN time. This will begin the planning process for our annual Prom in the Spring.

Finally, the FFA will sponsor this year's Snow Ball Winter Semi-Formal. The dance will be on January 28th. Tickets will go on sale to Seniors and Juniors on December 29th during all lunches and then to all students on December 7th during all lunches. The cost of a ticket is $15 per person. Space will be limited so get your tickets early. See Mrs. Russell or Mrs. Perry if you have any questions.

We have two full weeks of school left until final exams. Students need to get any missing work completed as soon as possible and begin reviewing now for their final exams. We have had a good semester so far. Let's finish strong.

Math> Students of the Week...

Carver - Connor Ward - Math 3

Craddock - Candy Moore - Math 1

Riddick - Jayla Turner - Foundations

Tyson - Blair Russell - Math 3 Honors

Social Studies> Are you proud to be an American? Do you enjoy writing? If you answered yes to either of these questions, please see Mrs. Jackson in Room #F149 to pick up an official entry form for the 2021-22 Fleet Reserve Association’s Americanism Essay Contest. The theme this year is “Why I am Proud to be an American”.

Winners are chosen in each grade level for grades 7-12 with Branch #293 in Elizabeth City sponsoring prizes for 1st, 2nd and 3rd place at the local level. Local winners can go on to win prizes at the Regional and even National levels.

Mrs. Jackson will accept entries until Monday, November 29, 2021 so essays can be prepared for entry in the local contest. If you are interested, see Mrs. Jackson ASAP to get started.

FFA> Will be sponsoring a winter semi formal- Winter Wonderland- on January 28. Tickets will go on sale Nov. 29 for juniors and seniors during all lunches and then they will be available to students in all grades starting Dec. 7. Tickets will be $15 per person and numbers will be limited so be sure to get yours early. If you have any questions please see Mrs. Russell or Mrs. Perry.

Football> Congrats to Coach Awrey and the entire football program for a great season!

Baseball> Congrats to Tanner Thach for officially signing with the University of North Carolina-Wilmington to play baseball and further his education!

Monday, Nov. 22nd> What does your best effort look like?

Tuesday, Nov. 23rd> Make sure all assignments are completed!; JV Girls Basketball @ Albemarle 4:00 PM

Wednesday, Nov. 24th> Optional Workday for Staff (No Students)

Thursday, Nov. 25th> Happy Thanksgiving (Holiday for staff and students)

Friday, Nov. 26th> No School (Holiday for staff and students)

- Congrats to A'Marion Hunter on his acceptances to Barton College, Saint Augustine's College, and Elizabeth City State University.

- Congrats to Cherish Davis on her acceptance to Cape Fear Community College.

- Congrats to Seth Badders on his acceptances to Western Carolina University, East Carolina University, Elizabeth City State University, and Barton College.

- Congrats to Katherine Christian on her acceptance to Western Carolina University.

- Congrats to Brianna Ownley on her acceptance to College of the Albemarle.

- Congrats to Jamya Cox on her acceptance to College of the Albemarle, and Martin Community College.

- Congrats to Jada Modlin on her acceptance to Campbell University.

- Congrats to SyTazia Warren on her acceptances to Chowan University, and Saint Augustine's College.

- Congrats to Kayden Stalnakr on his acceptance to College of the Albemarle.

- Congrats to Hailey Oliver for her acceptances to St. Andrews University, Gardner-Webb University, Catawba College, and Guilford College.

- Congrats to Symiaya Leary on her acceptance to North Carolina Central University, and Saint Augustine's University.

- Congrats to Zakilyah Clark on her acceptance to North Carolina Central University.

- Congrats to Onesty Mason on her acceptance to Sweet Briar University, Western Carolina University, and Winston-Salem State University.

- Congrats to Kylie Oraczewski on her acceptance to Western Carolina University.