KEY ACTIVITIES AND EVENTS
Mrs. Wey and Ms. Gerth recently reunited with some of their former first-grade students who are now seniors. The seniors shared their future plans and reflected on their favorite memories from that year. Click here to see more photos.
Senior Night Recognitions
To see photos from our most recent Spring Sports Senior Night recognitions, click the links below.
2025 Junior-Senior Prom
The Junior-Senior Prom will be held on Saturday, April 26, at the Wonderer Charleston from 7:30 - 10 p.m. Doors will open at 7:30 p.m., and students must arrive by 8 p.m. Tickets can be purchased online through HomeTown Ticketing for $85.
Carpool and Crosswalk Safety
To help carpool traffic flow more smoothly, we encourage everyone to adhere to our new carpool processes. In addition, all pedestrians crossing Albemarle Road must use the one designated crosswalk between the two signs near the short drive by the construction site. Please remind your students to use this crosswalk. The school is not responsible for students not crossing at the designated location.
STEM Night
Please join us for our second annual STEM Night on Wednesday, April 30, from 5-6:30 p.m. in the Wendell Center. Middle and Upper School students will present their research and projects from a variety of classes, interdisciplinary seminars, and extracurricular activities. Please RSVP here. Attendees should park in either the Upper School or stadium parking lot and enter through the gate by the Upper School.
Vestry Applications
Students who are interested in serving our community as a Vestry leadership team member next year should review this overview, as well as details for specific leadership roles. After reviewing this information, students who would like to apply should complete this Google Form by the end of day on Friday, April 25.
RSVP for Senior Milestone Dinner
The Senior Milestone Dinner kicks off graduation week for seniors and their parents or caregivers. Please review the invitation sent this week and click here to RSVP at your earliest convenience. We hope you can join us!
From Our Chaplains
If you’d like to read reflections from our chaplains, access recommended resources, or request prayer, please click here.
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 the PGPA
- 2025-2026 Volunteer Opportunities and All-Parent Meeting: Calling all parents and caregivers to volunteer! There are many ways to be a part of the PGPA, including participating in events, joining committees, and serving on the PGPA Board. Click here to learn more and sign up by Friday, April 25. The new 2025-2026 PGPA Slate, grade reps, and committees will be presented for a vote at the PGPA Spring End-of-Year Meeting on May 13 at 8:15 a.m. in Washington Hall.
- Father’s Night Out: Enjoy an evening with fellow PG dads on Wednesday, May 7, from 6:30-9:30 p.m. at Munkle Brewing Co. (1513 Meeting Street Rd, Charleston, SC 29405). Click here to learn more and RSVP.
- Merchandise Added to Spirit Store: The PGPA has added several items to its online spirit store for the Class of 2025. Click here to see the options and place an order.
- Spring Concessions: The spring sports season is in full swing and we need your help! Please click here to sign up for shifts and support our Cyclone sports teams.
- Virtual Pop-Up Sale: Stock up on your Cyclone gear at this Virtual Pop-Up Sale! Click here for details on how to shop.
Important Calendar Dates for Planning Purposes
- April 26: Prom
- April 27: Spring Arts Festival
- May 5-16: AP Exams
- May 13: Last Day of Senior Classes
- May 14-16: Senior Exams
- May 19: Senior Milestone Dinner
- May 22: Baccalaureate
- May 24: Graduation
- May 26: School Closed (Memorial Day)
- May 27 - 30: US Exams
- May 27: G & F Block
- May 28: E & D Block
- May 29: C & B Block
- May 30: A Block & Make Up Exams
We would love to discuss your place at Porter-Gaud.