PiKEY ACTIVITIES AND EVENTS
Thank you to all of our incredible students, faculty, and staff who shared their talents with us at the Founder’s Day Concert Monday evening!
Scheduling Parent/Guardian-Teacher Conferences
Conference Day will take place on Wednesday, October 28. You can set up a conference time by logging into MyPG. Additional instructions can be found here.
Join Us for the Fall Play
The Upper School Fall Play, Almost, Maine, will run on Saturday, October 24, at 7 p.m. and Sunday, October 25, at 3 p.m. in Gwynette Auditorium. You can purchase tickets here. Everyone is encouraged to come and enjoy the show!
Spring Interdisciplinary Seminars — Applications Now Open
Upper School students are invited to apply for two Interdisciplinary Seminars being offered this spring. These seminars provide opportunities for students to explore topics of interest beyond the traditional classroom curriculum. The two seminars accepting applications are:
Students interested in either seminar should complete the Interdisciplinary Seminar Application by Friday, October 30, at 9 a.m. Students can reach out to Dr. Bauer with questions.
Upper School Musical: Newsies — Audition Information
We are excited to announce that this year's Upper School musical will be Newsies, with performances scheduled for February 25–28! Auditions will take place on Tuesday, November 17, after school in the auditorium. Students interested in speaking or singing roles will need to audition, while students who wish to participate in the ensemble will only need to complete a Google Form that was emailed to them. All participants must be available February 21–28, including rehearsals with the orchestra, dress rehearsals, and performances. We look forward to another wonderful Upper School musical production!
From the College Counseling Office: FAFSA Virtual Workshop
If your family is applying for financial aid for college, now is a great time to complete the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid). Paul Martin at College Money Method is hosting a live screen-by-screen webinar this Saturday, October 24, at 1 p.m., followed by an opportunity for Q&A. You can register here (password: pgscmm), and submit questions ahead of time. Please note that a recording will be available in your College Money Method resource dashboard the next day.
PG Service Opportunities
There are many ways for Upper School students to get involved in service.
- Monday, October 26 — Bouquets of Cheer, 3:30–4:30 p.m. | US 212 – Join Bouquets of Cheer for an afternoon of service.
- Tuesday, October 27 — Halloween-Themed BINGO and Spooky Trivia at Canterbury House, 3:40–4:40 p.m. | Canterbury House – Join Elderly Friendships for a fun afternoon of Halloween-themed BINGO and spooky trivia with residents at Canterbury House.
- Wednesday, October 28 — WINGS Mentoring, 3:40–4:15 p.m. | Arthur Christopher Community Center, 265 Fishburne Street, Charleston – Participate in the WINGS mentoring program and connect with students in our community.
- Friday, October 30 — Second Adopt-a-Highway, 3:20–3:50 p.m. | Junior/Senior Lot – Join Adopt-a-Highway for its second service event.
- Saturday, October 31 — Halloween Miracle League, 1:00–3:00 p.m. | 4800 Park Circle (next to the Inclusive Playground) – Volunteer with Miracle League for its Halloween event.
Students should visit ClubHub for details, registration, and additional opportunities to get involved.
Senior Yearbook Ads: Early Bird Pricing Ends October 31
Porter-Gaud families and friends may purchase yearbook ads to celebrate their seniors and their accomplishments. To place a senior yearbook ad or learn more, please visit the Jostens yearbook ad website here.
Early Bird Pricing (until October 31):
- Full-page: $495
- Half-page: $295
- Quarter-page: $195
Last Chance Pricing (November 1 to January 19):
- Full-page: $595
- Half-page: $350
- Quarter-page: $250
If you have questions or need assistance, you can contact Jostens directly at 800-358-0800.
Dining Update from Taher
Please click here to access menus. You can also follow Taher on Instagram (@taherpgdining).
From the PGPA
- RSVP for Fusion Fest: On Wednesday, November 4, come and enjoy an evening featuring small bites from local eateries and live performances of music and dance, showcasing traditions from around the globe. Click here to learn more and RSVP.
- Save the Date – Pop-Up Sale: Get ready for cooler temperatures and stock up on PG sweatshirts at the PGPA Pop-Up Sale on Friday, November 6 from 7:30-9 a.m. outside the stadium. Swing by on your way to or from drop-off!
- 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 28: Parent/Teacher Conferences - No School for Students
- November 2: First Day of Winter Sports
- November 16: Junior College Night
- November 23-27: Thanksgiving Break - School Closed
- December 5 - Holiday Festival
- December 11: Holiday Assembly
- December 12: Lessons and Carols (Church of the Holy Communion)
- December 15: Upper School Fall Semester Exams A & B Blocks
- December 16: Upper School Fall Semester Exams C & D Blocks
- December 17: Upper School Fall Semester Exams E & F Blocks
- December 18: Upper School Fall Semester Exams G & Make Up Blocks
- December 19-January 3: Christmas Break
- January 4: Faculty Workday
- January 5: Classes Resume for Second Semester
- January 13: Sophomore College Night
We would love to discuss your place at Porter-Gaud.