Upper School Updates

KEY ACTIVITIES AND EVENTS

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We were honored to welcome Chris Singleton to campus yesterday. A former professional baseball player and nationally recognized motivational speaker, Singleton invited our students to spread love, lead with empathy, and unite our school, especially in a time when the world can feel divided. We are grateful for the meaningful impact of his words. Click here for more photos. 


Parent/Guardian-Teacher Conferences on March 25
Please sign up for conferences in MyPG by Monday, March 23, at 9 a.m. Click here for more information.


Scheduling Information for Rising 10-12 Graders
Our goal is to ensure that the course selection and scheduling process is transparent, consistent, and supportive for your family. Please click here for additional information about course recommendations, scheduling timeline, and the appeals process. Additional resources are linked below:


Prom 2026: Light Up the Night
The 2026 Junior & Senior Prom will take place on Saturday, April 18, from 7:30–10 p.m. at The Waverly in downtown Charleston. Students must arrive by 8 p.m. Students who plan to bring a non–Porter-Gaud guest must submit a guest form by Thursday, April 2. Because Spring Break runs from April 3–12, this deadline occurs before the break, so please be sure to complete and submit the form before leaving campus. The guest form can be accessed here: Guest Form Link

Ticket sales run from March 30–April 18.

  • March 30 – April 12: $75 (PG students), $85 (guests)
  • April 13 – April 18: $85 (PG students), $95 (guests)

We look forward to seeing everyone dressed to impress and ready to Light Up the Night!


Important Dates for Class of 2026 Families
Earlier today, all senior families received an email with dates and information to help them plan for upcoming spring events. Click here to view the email


Carpool Reminder
Please refrain from dropping off students in the street or in nearby parking lots along Albemarle Road during carpool. Safety is our number one priority, and we want to prevent the potential for any accidents. 


Service Opportunities

  • Support for Service Learning Trip to Honduras: Purchase items from the trip’s wishlist, which will allow our students to learn and play alongside students at the LAMB Institute. Items must be received at PG by March 27. Click here to view the list.  
  • 2026 Walk for Water: Saturday, March 21, at Riverfront Park: This impactful event helps raise awareness and funds to provide sustainable, safe water solutions to people in developing countries and disaster areas. Join our school team today to help us meet our goal and walk in solidarity with those who must walk miles every day for water. Register here: Walk for Water PG Team Registration
  • Final Elderly Friendships Visit: Friday, March 20, 3:30–4:30 p.m.- Students will visit residents at Canterbury House through the Elderly Friendships program, spending time with seniors and fostering meaningful intergenerational connections. This final visit of the term celebrates the relationships students have built throughout the year. Location: Canterbury House
  • Habitat for Humanity Service Opportunity: Saturday, March 21, 12:30–1:30 p.m. - Students will volunteer with Habitat for Humanity, contributing time and effort to support affordable housing initiatives. This service opportunity allows students to engage in hands-on work that benefits families in our community. 
  • Canned Food Drive & Monetary Donations – Schoolwide Drive: Monday, March 23 | 8:20 a.m.–3:20 p.m. - Students are invited to participate in a schoolwide non-perishable food and monetary donation drive supporting local community partners. Donations will be collected throughout the day in conjunction with the Faculty vs. Student Basketball Game dress-down day. Location: Wendell Center
  • Tutor and Mentor Students at WINGS: Tuesday, March 24 | 3:45–4:20 p.m. - Students will volunteer with WINGS, providing tutoring and mentorship to local students. Through academic support and relationship-building, participants help foster confidence, growth, and long-term success. Location: 265 Fishburne Street, Charleston, SC 29403
  • Book Drive: Thursday, March 26 | 3–4 p.m. - Students will help collect and organize donated books to support literacy initiatives and provide reading resources to children and families in the community. Location: Book Drive collection site
  • Kids on Point Service Opportunity: Saturday, March 28 | 9–10 a.m. - Students will volunteer with Kids on Point, supporting youth development through mentorship, engagement, and structured activities with local students. Location: 24 George Street, Charleston, SC 29424
  • Easter Food Drive: Sunday, March 29 | 2–3 p.m. - Students will assist with collecting and organizing donations for an Easter Food Drive, helping provide meals and support to families in need during the holiday season. Location: Food Drive collection site
  • Bouquets of Cheer: Sunday, March 29 | 3:30–4:30 p.m. - Students will assemble and deliver bouquets to patients at the VA Hospital, offering encouragement and gratitude to veterans through this meaningful service opportunity. Location: Pavilion

Dining Update from Taher
Click here to view the menu for next week or access menus online


Updates from the PGPA


Important Calendar Dates for Planning Purposes

  • March 25: Conference Day
  • April 3: Good Friday - School Closed
  • April 4-12: Spring Break
  • April 18: Prom
  • April 26: Spring Arts Festival
  • May 1: Senior College T-Shirt Day
  • May 4 - 15: AP Exams
  • May 13-15: Senior Exams
  • May 18: Senior Milestone Dinner (6 p.m.)
  • May 19: Senior Breakfast, Graduation Practice, Unity Assembly
  • May 21: Baccalaureate (5 p.m. - Church of the Holy Communion)
  • May 23: Graduation (6:30 p.m.)
  • May 26: Upper School Spring Semester Exams G & F Blocks
  • May 27: Upper School Spring Semester Exams E & D Blocks
  • May 28: Upper School Spring Semester Exams C & B Blocks
  • May 29: Upper School Spring Semester Exams A & Make Up Blocks