Middle School Updates

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Thank you to all the families who joined us for Middle School Back-to-School Night yesterday evening. Connecting with you was a true highlight for our faculty, and we look forward to a fantastic academic year ahead. 

Student-Parent/Guardian Handbook

We ask all parents and guardians, as well as students, to review the policies and procedures contained in the Middle School Student-Parent/Guardian Handbook by Friday, September 4. Each student and their parent(s) or guardian(s) must sign an acknowledgment form after reading the handbook. Parents and guardians can access the form by logging into MyPG and clicking on the yellow banner at the top of the page. Once the student and all parents or guardians sign the form, it will automatically submit, and the yellow banner will disappear. 

Middle School Clubs

We’re excited to continue enhancing our Middle School club program! This year features both fall and spring sessions, and each session will include five club meetings. This structure gives every student dedicated time to explore new interests, form new friendships, and participate in two different teacher-led clubs. You can view this year's club choices here. 

Clubs will continue to meet during alternating weeks with Life 101, allowing students to fully engage in their club experience. Selection forms will be sent to students tomorrow during study hall to rank their top three choices. The forms are due by Thursday, September 3, at 3:10 p.m. 

While we cannot guarantee that every student will receive their first choice, we will do our best to accommodate preferences. We are excited to provide our Middle School students with more opportunities to try something new and connect with others.

Winterim Registration Reminders

Winterim registration opened Monday and will remain open through Friday, September 4, at 5 p.m. Please note that Winterim options are filled on a first-come, first-served basis, so we encourage families to complete registration as soon as possible. 

Key Notes for 2026–2027

• Winterim is a required part of the Middle School program for all students and counts as instructional days.
• Students who do not participate in Winterim will be considered absent from school.
• Seventh- and eighth-grade students are eligible for overnight travel to Canada, Puerto Rico, and New York City.
• All fifth-grade students automatically participate in the Fifth Grade Winterim; no registration is required.
• Each program requires minimum enrollment and available chaperones in order to run.

If you have not already done so, please complete your student’s Winterim registration form.  

View the 2026-27 options here.

Please note: The following Winterim programs are no longer accepting registration: French Canada, Puerto Rico, New York City and Broadway, Super Active Charleston and Build to Launch. 

We will notify all students of their Winterim placement in the next few weeks. 

From the Nurse’s Office

• Illness and Sick Policy: As stated in the handbook (page 63), students should stay home when they are sick. They may return to school once they meet all of the following criteria:
  • Symptoms have improved overall.
  • They have been fever-free for at least 24 hours without fever-reducing medication.
  • They have not experienced vomiting or diarrhea within the past 24 hours.
  • They feel well enough to participate in a full day of school or work.
• Handwashing Reminder: Handwashing is one of the most effective ways to prevent the spread of germs. Wash hands thoroughly with soap and water for at least 20 seconds whenever possible. Hand sanitizer may be used when soap and water are unavailable.
• Medication and Health Form Reminders: Students who take medication at school must have an updated medical provider’s order each school year. All Emergency Action Plans must also be updated annually. If you have not completed your child’s SchoolDoc health profile for the current school year, please do so as soon as possible.

Dining Update from Taher

Please click here to access menus. You can also follow us on Instagram (@taherpgdining).  

From the PGPA

• Fall Meeting: Please join us for our Fall PGPA Meeting on Thursday, September 10, at 8:15 a.m. in Washington Hall. We’ll share our goals for the school year, highlight upcoming events, and review volunteer opportunities. There is truly no shortage of ways to get involved!
• RSVP for Father’s Night Out: Enjoy an evening with fellow PG dads on Wednesday, September 9, from 6:30-9:30 p.m. at Munkle Brewing Co. (1513 Meeting St, Charleston, SC 29405). Click here to RSVP. 
• PGPA Concessions Sign Up: PGPA Fall Concessions are underway! Please click here to sign up for shifts and support our athletics teams. No experience necessary!
• Online Spirit Store: Stock up on your Cyclone gear!  Our online store is now open with fresh designs for the school year. 

Important Calendar Dates for Planning Purposes

• September 7: Labor Day - School Closed
• September 14: Picture Day
• September 16: HBCU Breakfast
• October 5: Picture Retakes
• October 9: End of Quarter - No School for Students - Teacher Workday
• October 12-13: Fall Break - School Closed
• October 19: Founders Day
• October 28: Parent/Teacher Conferences - No School for Students
• November 23-27: Thanksgiving Break - School Closed
• December 12: Lessons and Carols (Church of the Holy Communion)
• December 19-January 3: Christmas Break
• January 4: Faculty Workday
• January 5: Classes Resume for Second Semester