Upper School Updates

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Our seniors and first graders had a blast during this morning’s Halloween Parade. Keep an eye out for more photos!

All Saints Day
In anticipation of All Saints Day on November 1, our students focused on the people (past and present) who have encouraged and inspired us during Upper School Chapel. Students wrote the names of individuals who have supported and cheered them on in various stages of life on post-it notes and placed them along the walls of the auditorium as a visible reminder of the “great cloud of witnesses” Hebrews 12:1). 

College Counseling Update: Athletics and Admissions Night
Please save the date for Athletics and Admissions Night on December 10. Additional details will be shared soon. 

Senior Nights
We love celebrating our senior athletes! Click here to see more photos of our senior night recognitions, including our recent football and cheer team recognitions. 

Senior Yearbook Ads 
The deadline for early bird pricing for senior ads is October 31. If you'd like to purchase a senior yearbook ad, please click here for more information. 

Parent/Guardian-Teacher Conferences
Conference Day will take place on Friday, October 31. If you need to reschedule your conference, please contact your student's advisor directly. We look forward to meeting with you! 

Upper School Fall Play
The Upper School Fall Play, Clue, will run on Saturday, November 1, at 7 p.m. and Sunday, November 2, at 3 p.m. in Gwynette Auditorium. You can purchase tickets here. Everyone is encouraged to come and enjoy the show! Upper School students can earn a PG Engage credit for attending. 

Upcoming Service Projects

• Saturday, November 8 - Volunteering with Miracle League

Upcoming Lunch and Learn
On Thursday, November 6, students are invited to attend a lunch and learn, “AI in the Upper School - Promises, Pitfalls, and the Human Voice.” We will explore the benefits and challenges of AI, along with how we can keep the human voice at the center of learning in the age of AI. Students can sign up in ClubHub. 

From the Nurse’s Office
We have seen an increase in flu, flu-like illnesses, and GI viruses on campus. As a reminder, any student who is feeling unwell should stay home from school. 

Sick Policy 

• Any student who is absent due to illness must stay home until overall symptoms have improved and are fever-free for at least 48 hours without fever-suppressing medication, have no diarrhea or vomiting in the last 24 hours, and are well enough to participate in a full day of classes.
• Students who present with any flu-like or COVID symptoms at school will be sent home.

Prevention Tips

• Handwashing: The most effective defense against the spread of germs is handwashing. Using antiseptic soap for at least 20 seconds is best; however, hand sanitizer can be used when there is a time constraint.
• Flu Vaccination: The flu vaccine is the best way to prevent the flu. We strongly encourage everyone who is eligible to get vaccinated against the flu. 

Dining Update from Taher
Please click here to see the menu for the upcoming week. You can also follow Taher on Instagram (@taherpgdining) or access menus online.

Updates from the PGPA

• PGPA Concessions Sign Up: Please click here to sign up for shifts and support our athletics teams. No experience necessary!
• Volunteer Opportunities: Click here to learn more about PGPA Volunteer Opportunities.

Important Calendar Dates for Planning Purposes

• October 31: Parent/Teacher Conferences - No School for Students
• November 1-2: Fall Play
• November 3: First Day of Winter Sports
• November 10: Junior College Night
• November 24-28: Thanksgiving Break - School Closed
• December 13: Lessons and Carols (Church of the Holy Communion)
• December 16: Upper School Fall Semester Exams A & B Blocks
• December 17: Upper School Fall Semester Exams C & D Blocks
• December 18: Upper School Fall Semester Exams E & F Blocks
• December 19: Upper School Fall Semester Exams G & Make Up Blocks
• December 20-January 4: Christmas Break
• January 5: Faculty Workday
• January 6: Classes Resume for Second Semester
• January 14: Sophomore College Night