Middle School Updates

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Weekly Updates

Class Trips
Our students in grades 6-8 had an incredible time on their class trips! Click here to see more photos. 

The anticipated return time for the fifth-grade trip to Green River Preserve is 4 p.m. on Friday, May 16. Once the buses are on the road and returning to school, we will send a communication to families for specific return times.

Athletics Survey: Reply by May 23
Please click here to complete a survey about PG Athletics. We will share an update on important information gained through the survey prior to the start of the 25-26 school year. 

Important Reminder About MUSC Warehouse Parking Lot
As a reminder, the MUSC Warehouse Parking Lot across from the stadium should not be used for parking, student pick-up, or student drop-off. Thank you for your cooperation.

Food Allergy Awareness Week
As part of Food Allergy Awareness Week, our students watched a video to learn more about food allergies and the proactive steps we can all take to create a safe and healthy environment for those individuals living with food allergies. While we are not a completely nut-free campus, we rely on the support of our families to help maintain a safe learning environment. Here's how you can help:

• Avoid sending snacks or lunches containing peanuts or tree nuts and use the approved snack list.
• Remind your children that food sharing or trading is not permitted.  
• Follow allergy guidelines during the school day and at after-school programs and sports activities to ensure consistent safety. 

Thank you for partnering with us to support all students during Food Allergy Awareness Week and beyond!

Exam Week (Grades 5-8)
As we prepare for the end of the school year, we want to share the planned schedule for exam week. Since Friday is slated to be a make-up day, students do not report to school on Friday unless they are completing a make-up exam.

Bus Schedule for Exam Week

• Tuesday, May 27 - Regular school day schedule 
• Wednesday, May 28 -  Regular school day schedule 
• Thursday, May 29 - Regular school day schedule 
• Friday, May 30 - Adjusted schedule with regular morning route and a 12 p.m. afternoon departure as the final route for the year

8th Grade Celebration
We look forward to celebrating the Class of 2029 on Wednesday, May 21 from 9-10 a.m. in the Wendell Center. Students are encouraged to wear garden party attire (sundresses, khakis/slacks, and polo or button-down shirts). Family members are invited to attend. Once the ceremony concludes, students are dismissed from school for the rest of the day.

Meet the Dean Event for Rising 9th Grade Families
Parents and caregivers of rising 9th-grade students are invited to meet Jana Bruton, who will serve as the Dean of the Class of 2029, on Friday, May 23 at 8:15 a.m. Click here to learn more and RSVP.

Uniform Updates and Upcoming Sales
Next school year, families will have the choice of purchasing uniforms from two approved vendors: French Toast and Lands End. Links to both online stores are below. Please click here to access uniform guidelines and an FAQ. 

• French Toast Uniform Store
  • May 23-28: 30% Off Sitewide
  • June 9-23: School Logo Sale (25% off) 
• Lands End Uniform Store
  • Stay tuned for summer promotion dates!

Book, Technology, and Uniform Returns
As we move toward the close of the school year, we encourage you to return items, including library books, technology (if necessary), and athletic uniforms by May 29. Report cards and final transcripts will be held if items are not returned or if accounts are not paid in full. 

Dining Update from Taher
We invite you to follow Taher on Instagram (@taherpgdining) to see the latest offerings in Washington Hall. You can also email dining@portergaud.edu with any questions or feedback. To access daily menus, please click here. 

From Our Chaplains
If you’d like to read reflections from our chaplains, access recommended resources, or request prayer, please click here.

From the PGPA

• 6th-Grade End-of-Year Celebration: All 6th-grade families are invited to a celebration on Sunday, May 18 from 3-5 p.m. at 601 W. Ashley Avenue (Folly Beach, SC). Click here for more information. 
• 8th-Grade Parent Social: Join other 8th-grade parents and caregivers at Salty Mikes (9 Lockwood Drive) on Wednesday, May 21 at 6:30 p.m. after you drop off your child at the 8th-grade party. 
• 7th Grade End-of-Year Bash: All seventh graders are invited to let loose and kick off summer in style at an End-of-Year Party at MIX hosted by their PGPA Reps.
  • Location: MIX, 730 Coleman Blvd., Mount Pleasant, SC
  • Date/Time: Thursday, May 29, 4-6 p.m.
  • Please see the Sign-Up Here for more information, to RSVP and assist.

Important Dates 

• May 21: 8th Grade Celebration, 9-10 a.m.
• May 22: Middle School Awards Ceremony, 9:30 a.m.
• ​May 26: Memorial Day - School Closed
• May 30: Last Day of School