Upper School Updates

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At this week’s Service Assembly, more than 100 Upper School students were recognized for volunteering 12 or more service hours this year. In total, Upper School students have volunteered over 3,500 hours, living out our mission to inspire lives of purpose, learning, and service! Pictured above are this year’s head service leaders from the Class of 2025 in front, with the incoming head service leaders from the Class of 2026 behind them.

Advisor Change Requests
Advisor request forms were sent to students this week. Any student whose advisor is leaving the Upper School or who would like to make a change for the 2025-2026 school year must complete the advisor change request form and indicate their top six choices from the list of advisors for their class by Friday, May 23. Please contact Mr. Hilpert at bhilpert@portergaud.edu with any questions about advisor selection. 

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.

Interdisciplinary Seminars for the 2025-2026 School Year
The Porter-Gaud Interdisciplinary Seminar program is designed to foster curiosity in students and provide them with the opportunity to further develop these transferable skills by engaging in rigorous, cross-disciplinary learning and exploring real-world applications in areas that interest them. We are currently accepting seminar applications for the 2025-2026 school year. For more details, please click here. Applications must be submitted  prior to August 15 by 9 a.m. 

Food Allergy Awareness Week
As part of Food Allergy Awareness Week, our students watched a video to learn more the proactive steps we can all take to create a 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 campus. Here's how you can help:

• Avoid sending snacks or lunches containing peanuts or tree nuts and use the approved snack list.
• Remind your students that food sharing 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!

Spring Exam Schedule: Grades 9-11

Tuesday, May 27

• 9:30 – 11:30 a.m. – G Block
• 12:00 - 12:30 – Lunch
• 1:00 – 3:00 p.m. – F Block

Wednesday, May 28

• 9:30 – 11:30 a.m. - E Block
• 12:00 - 12:30 – Lunch
• 1:00 – 3:00 p.m. - D Block

Thursday, May 29

• 9:30 – 11:30 a.m. - C Block
• 12:00 - 12:30 – Lunch
• 1:00 – 3:00 p.m. - B Block

Friday, May 30

• 9:30 – 11:30 a.m. - A Block
• 1:00 – 3:00 p.m. - Make Up Exams

Each block has a dedicated time and day for an exam, a cumulative project, or a unit test. All classes except for study halls and free periods will meet during their assigned exam block. Students are not permitted to leave for lunch in between exams unless they are free the next block. If they have a free period or a study hall for the afternoon block, they can leave and go home. If they have a free period or study hall during the first block of the day, they may arrive in time for the afternoon block. Students must remain in their classroom or under the supervision of their teacher for the duration of the period to not disturb others. Students are encouraged to bring a book to read or other non-computer work to do while they wait for the end of the exam period.

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, Youndr Pouch, and Uniform Returns
As we approach the close of the school year, we encourage you to return items, including library books, technology (if necessary), Youndr pouches, and athletic uniforms. Seniors must return all items by Friday, May 16. They received an email from Mr. Zaubi this week with more information. Underclassmen must return library books, athletic uniforms, and Youndr pouches by May 30. Report cards and final transcripts will be held if items are not returned or if accounts are not paid in full.

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. 

Important Calendar Dates for Planning Purposes

• 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