KEY ACTIVITIES AND EVENTS
Weekly Updates
Chapel
You are welcome to attend Chapel this Friday, January 16.
Book Fair
It is that time of year again! The Lower School Library will host the Literati Book Fair from February 5-13. Your Cyclone will take home more information about the book fair the week of January 26. Please also keep an eye out for parent volunteer emails going out next week! This is a fantastic opportunity for your Cyclone to refresh their TBR shelf, and practice real-world math and decision-making skills when given a budget!
Get a head start and shop the online fair! Teachers are currently creating wishlists for their classroom libraries, too. A percentage of profits goes towards purchasing new books for classroom libraries, PG libraries, and students.
Parent Coffee on January 21
Porter-Gaud will host a Parent Coffee on Wednesday, January 21, from 9:15 - 10 a.m. in the Upper School Library for parents and caregivers in all divisions to discuss the recent webinar, “Elevating Discipline with the Brain in Mind." Click here for additional details on how to access the recording and register for future webinars.
Fourth Grade Families: Save the Date for Middle School Coffee and Technology Talk
All fourth grade and Middle School families are invited to an informative session on technology use in Middle School on Thursday, January 22, 2026, from 8:15 - 9 a.m. in Washington Hall. Topics will include:
- The "Why" and "How" of technology use in Middle School
- The transition to using technology in fifth grade from fourth grade
- An overview of the different apps students use
Parenting Tip
Riddles are incredibly beneficial for kids! They spark curiosity, enhance critical thinking, and improve problem-solving skills. By encouraging your child to think outside the box, riddles help develop creativity and mental flexibility. They also:
- Encourage children to come up with creative solutions.
- Improve language skills and vocabulary through the use of puns, metaphors, and wordplay.
- Enhance cognitive development by stimulating reasoning and logical thinking abilities.
- Improve verbal communication skills, as kids need to articulate their thoughts and ideas when discussing or explaining the answers.
- Foster creativity and imagination.
Fun Riddles for School-Aged Kids
School-aged kids will get a kick out of these funny riddles, with topics ranging from animals to spelling to math.
- Q: Why is the snow leopard so popular?
- A: Because it’s the coolest cat around.
- Q: What color does a cat like best?
- A: Purrr-ple.
- Q: What has hands but does not clap?
- A: A clock.
Lost Bike
This bike has been parked at the stadium for several weeks. If it is yours and you would like to claim it, please contact Mike Feinberg at mfeinberg@portergaud.edu. If it is not claimed by Friday, January 23, it will be donated.
Dismissal Changes in SchoolPass
Please be sure to update SchoolPass with all dismissal changes (even when you call the office for last-minute changes).
Uniform Savings
Lands End is offering 30% off select warm-weather uniform items and 20% off other uniform items through January 19. Click here for more information. As a reminder, you can access the PE uniform options for grades 1-6 by selecting “PE Uniforms” located at the bottom of the drop down list titled grade/status on the PG store landing page.
Dining Update from Taher
Click here to view the menu for next week. You can also follow Taher on Instagram (@taherpgdining) or access menus online.
Grade Level Websites
Please check your child’s class webpage for important information
From the PGPA
- Please mark these upcoming dates on your calendar:
- January 20: Tickets go LIVE for Denim & Diamonds PGPA Spring Gala
- March 20: Denim & Diamonds PGPA Spring Gala
- 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 Dates - Semester 2
- January 19: Martin Luther King, Jr. Day - School Closed
- January 29: 100th Day of School
- February 5: Black History Month Assembly at 8 a.m.
- February 16 & 17: Winter Break - School Closed
- March 13: No School: Faculty Work Day
- March 25: Conference Day - No Classes
- April 3-12: Spring Break
- April 26: Spring Arts Festival
- May 25: Memorial Day - School Closed
- May 29: Last Day of School
We would love to discuss your place at Porter-Gaud.