Upper School Updates

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Today during Upper School lunch, our College Counseling Office hosted a Mini College Fair with representatives from 10 different colleges and universities. It was a great opportunity to connect with admissions officers and learn more about a variety of different institutions! 

Re-enrollment for the 2026-27 School Year
Re-enrollment contracts were sent to all eligible families on Tuesday, February 3, and the re-enrollment window will be open from February 3-13. For more information about the contract timeline and schedule, withdrawals, re-enrollment eligibility, and tuition refund and payment plan options, please click here. 

Health Update: Flu Cases
We have had multiple confirmed flu cases in the Upper School this week. Any student who is feeling unwell should stay home from school. 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 come to school with any flu-like or COVID symptoms will be sent home.

Service Academy Information Night
Porter-Gaud will hold a Service Academy Information Night on Monday, February 23 at 6 p.m. in the Upper School Library. During the session, we will share details about the different service academies and their application processes, which are very different from traditional universities. Please note that because the application process for service academies begins during a student's 11th-grade year, students in 9th, 10th, and 11th grade who are considering applying to the service academies are encouraged to attend this information session with their families. 

Upper School Service Opportunities

• Water Mission – Walk for Water Preparation Volunteers
  Monday, February 16 | 3:45–4:25 p.m.
  Students will help prepare materials and supplies for an upcoming community walk supporting access to safe drinking water worldwide. This hands-on opportunity allows students to contribute to global humanitarian efforts in a meaningful way.
  Location: 1150 Molly Greene Way, Building 1605, North Charleston
   
• Hope to Home Wheelchair Ramp Build (Homeless Shelter Support)
  Tuesday, February 17 | 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.
  Students will partner with Hope to Home to help construct a wheelchair ramp for a local resident in need. This project supports safe and accessible housing while giving students the opportunity to serve through practical, hands-on construction work.
  Location: Johns Island
   
• Tutor and Mentor Students at WINGS
  Tuesday, February 17 | 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 encourage confidence, growth, and long-term educational success.
  Location: 265 Fishburne Street, Charleston, SC 29403
   
• Sea Island Habitat for Humanity Afternoon Build
  Saturday, February 21 | 12:30–3:30 p.m.
  Students will volunteer with Habitat for Humanity, assisting with construction efforts that support affordable housing initiatives in our community. This build day offers a meaningful opportunity to serve families in need while developing teamwork and service skills. 
  Location: 1535 Keswick Drive, Johns Island, SC

Uniform Savings
One of our uniform vendors, Lands End, is offering 20% off select uniform items with the code HELLOSPRING20 through March 10. Click here for more information. 

Dining Update from Taher
To view the menu for next week, click here or access menus online.

Updates from the PGPA

• Virtual Pop-Up Sale: Stock up on your Cyclone gear at this Virtual Pop-Up Sale! Click here for details on how to shop. 
• Tickets are Live! Denim & Diamonds Gala and Celebration - Join us for a night filled with live music, delicious food, curated cocktails, and incredible company as families, faculty, alumni, and friends come together to support the mission of Porter-Gaud School and the PGPA on March 20. Click here for additional details. 
• Save the Date: 
  • March 27: PG Community Shabbat Dinner
  • May 21: Closing PGPA General Meeting
• 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

• February 16-17: Winter Break - School Closed
• February 26 - March 1: US Musical
• March 6: Pre-ACT (10th grade) & PSAT 8/9 (9th Grade)
• March 10: Parent coffee 10th-12th grade scheduling
• 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