KEY ACTIVITIES AND EVENTS
Weekly Updates
We want to thank all of our parents for the overwhelming support during Teacher Appreciation Week. From the bouquets of flowers to the teacher videos, we have been spoiled. It is evident that there has been a lot of thought and care put into each day's appreciation. We sincerely thank you for all of the kindness.
Photos from A Tour of the USA
Our third graders shined during the performance of, A Tour of the USA! Through song, dance, and narration, students brought teachers, families, and classmates on a journey across the country, without ever leaving Gwynette Auditorium. Bravo! Click here to view photos.
No Chapel This Week
We will not have Chapel this week due to AP Testing.
End-of-Year Library Information
As we approach the end of the year, please note that the last day students will be able to sign out books from the library is May 16. In addition, all library books need to be returned by Thursday, May 29.
ERB Testing for Grades 3 & 4
Each spring, Porter-Gaud administers the ERB (Educational Records Bureau) Comprehensive Testing Program to all students in grades 3 through 8. This year, testing for third and fourth-grade students will take place at the start of each school day during the week of May 12-16. Click here for more information. There is no preparation needed other than getting a good night’s sleep, eating a good breakfast, and making sure to get to school on time each day. Here is the testing schedule:
- Monday, May 12 (Verbal Reasoning)
- 8:15 - 9:10 a.m.
- Tuesday, May 13 (Reading Comprehension)
- 8:15 - 9:10 a.m.
- Wednesday, May 14 (Math I)
- 9:15 - 10:05 a.m.
- Thursday, May 15 (Math II)
- 8:15 - 9:05 a.m.
- Friday, May 16 (Quantitative Reasoning)
- 8:30 - 9:25 a.m.
Please note the following:
- Make-up testing will be held during the week of May 19.
- If students are late to school and testing has begun, they will need to take that particular test during the week of May 19.
Save the Date: Fourth Grade Celebration
If you have a fourth-grade student, please save the date for our Fourth Grade Celebration on May 29 at 8:30 a.m. in Gwynette Auditorium. If you have questions, please contact Anna McCubrey at amccubrey@portergaud.edu.
Parenting Tip Of The Week
Instead of simply saying, "You're great," try to be specific about what your child did to deserve the positive feedback. You might say, "Waiting until I was off the phone to ask for cookies was hard, and I really liked your patience."
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!
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 and email dining@portergaud.edu with any questions or feedback. To access daily menus, please click here.
From the PGPA
- All-Parent Meeting: All parents and caregivers are invited to attend the Spring End-of-Year Meeting on May 13 at 8:15 a.m. in Washington Hall.
Important Dates
- May 12 - 16: ERB Testing - Grades 3 & 4
- May 20: First Grade Writing Celebration - 8:15 a.m.
- May 21: Third grade Writing Celebration 2 p.m.
- May 26: Memorial Day - School Closed
- May 27: Second Grade Writing Celebration - 8:15 a.m.
- May 29: Fourth Grade Celebration and Ceremony
- May 30: Last Day of School - Field Day/Half Day
We would love to discuss your place at Porter-Gaud.