KEY ACTIVITIES AND EVENTS
Our Middle School students have had an incredible time celebrating Spirit Week!
Fifth Grade Pumpkin Carving Contest
Our traditional Fifth Grade Pumpkin Carving Contest will be held on Friday, October 30. Students in fifth grade are encouraged to participate and bring in a decorated pumpkin in one of several categories. Judging will be done by the fourth grade students in Lower School with winners announced at lunch that day.
Upper School Preview Event for Current Eight Grade PG Parents and Caregivers
Join us on Thursday, October 29, from 9-11 a.m. for an Upper School Preview for current 8th grade Porter-Gaud parents and caregivers. This event will include student and adult perspectives on life in the Upper School, a presentation of academics, arts, athletics, service, and spiritual life; a Q&A; and a tour of the Upper School. We hope you can join us!
Upcoming Service Opportunities
- October 17: Katie's Krops
- November 21: Miracle League
- December 4: Holiday Market
Please use this link to learn more about the Middle School service program and to reserve your child's spot for a project: MS Service Events
School Pictures Are Ready for Viewing and Ordering
You can access yearbook images and place orders by signing in to the Jostens website using the event code FE11426 and the same email address you use for school communications.
Picture Retake Day
If your child was absent on picture day or would like a retake photo, we will have a picture retake day on Monday, October 5. Students should wear uniform polo shirts and uniform bottoms to school. If students have PE, they should not wear PE uniforms but are encouraged to wear gym shoes. Students should go to Gwynette during recess, community time, study hall, or after school.
World Food Day Collection
The annual celebration of World Food Day is Friday, October 16. The purpose of this day is to increase awareness and understanding of the complex issue of food security for all and the importance of sharing with those who are hungry. Our entire school observes this event by participating in a food collection for Our Lady of Mercy Community Outreach Center. We ask each grade to bring in a specific food item from October 6-16. Items can be dropped off in homerooms or at home athletic events.
- Grade 5 – Rice 32 oz. (2 lb.) bags or smaller, no bulk bags
- Grade 6 – Canned vegetables, especially corn, green beans, and peas
- Grade 7 – Canned fruit, especially pineapple, mixed fruit, and peaches
- Grade 8 – Soup
Student Flu Vaccination Clinics
Porter-Gaud will host two optional flu vaccination clinics this fall:
- Parkwood Pediatrics - Friday, October 2, 11 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
- Dottie’s Pharmacy - Friday, October 16, 11:00 a.m. – 3 p.m.
For additional information, including consent forms and sign-up links, please click here.
Dining Update from Taher
Please click here to access menus. You can also follow Taher on Instagram (@taherpgdining).
From the PGPA
- Halloween Volunteer Opportunities: The Halloween Carnival Volunteer Sign Up will be emailed on Wednesday, October 7, at 5 p.m.
- PGPA Concessions Sign Up: PGPA Fall Concessions are underway! Please click here to sign up for shifts and support our athletics teams. No experience necessary!
- Online Spirit Store: Stock up on your Cyclone gear! Our online store is now open with fresh designs for the school year.
Important Calendar Dates for Planning Purposes
- October 5: Picture Retake Day
- October 9: End of Quarter - No School for Students - Teacher Workday
- October 12-13: Fall Break - School Closed
- October 19: Founders Day
- October 28: Parent/Teacher Conferences - No School for Students
- November 23-27: Thanksgiving Break - School Closed
- December 5 - Holiday Festival
- December 12: Lessons and Carols (Church of the Holy Communion)
- December 19-January 3: Christmas Break
- January 4: Faculty Workday
- January 5: Classes Resume for Second Semester
We would love to discuss your place at Porter-Gaud.