KEY ACTIVITIES AND EVENTS
Weekly Updates
Earlier today, our Middle School students kicked off the second annual Garnet & Grey House System in Life 101. This morning, students new to Porter-Gaud and all fifth graders found out which house they belong to. Teams were revealed with excitement, and students jumped right into their first challenge. These houses bring together school spirit, community, and friendly competition. Click here for more photos.
Winterim 2025–2026 Registration Form due tomorrow by 3:10 p.m
You can preview the experiences before registering here: 2025-2026 Winterim Activities.
Estimated Costs
We work to keep Winterim experiences affordable while ensuring that each program is self-sustaining. Costs reflect program expenses such as entry fees, meals, transportation, and vendor charges. At this time, all costs are estimates. Final pricing may vary depending on vendor contracts and student enrollment.
- 5th Grade Winterim – No Cost
- Adventure Quest (6-8) – $230
- Costa Rica (8) – $4,165
- Disconnect to Reconnect (6-8) – $250
- Echoes of the Gullah Geechee (6-8) – $230
- Exploring Ecosystems (7-8) – $230
- Lights, Camera, Winterim! (7-8) – $230
- Pirates and Spirits of the Lowcountry (6-8) – $230
- Puerto Rico (8) – $3,799
- Roots and Shoots (6-8) – $230
- STEM Explorers (6-8) – $150
- Super Active Charleston (6-7) – $530
Travel Programs
Puerto Rico: February 16 - February 21
We have partnered with WorldStrides to coordinate this program. All registration, booking, travel insurance (highly recommended), and payments will be handled directly through WorldStrides. We ask families to please complete the form for selecting Puerto Rico. Please also go directly to the WorldStrides registration link below and begin the process as soon as possible, as there is a 35-spot maximum. This will be on a first-come, first-served basis. [Puerto Rico WorldStrides Registration ]
Please note: the mention of potential high school or college credit on the WorldStrides site does not apply to Porter-Gaud students.
Costa Rica: February 16 - February 21
Led by Ms. Pannucio, Middle School Chaplain, this mission-style trip is coordinated through Black Mountain Expeditions. Payments will be made directly through the school. More information on this trip can be found here. Please complete the Form, and we will follow up with the next step of registration once students and families have been notified of their students' placement on the trip. There is a limit of 30 students for this trip.
Cancellation Policy
Due to the extensive planning required, cancellations or changes for Winterim experiences must be made at least 60 days before the first day of Winterim in order to receive a refund. Please note: the two travel experiences are run by separate companies, and as a result, have different cancellation policies. Please contact WorldStrides or Black Mountain Expeditions for more information.
Registration
Please use this link to select your child’s top three choices: Winterim 2025-2026 Parent Registration. Please also go directly to the Puerto Rico WorldStrides registration link below and begin the process as soon as possible, as there is a 35-spot maximum.
- Registration closes Friday, September 5, at 5 p.m.
- Placement is first-come, first-served.
Student-Parent/Guardian Handbook
We ask 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 5. Each student and one parent or guardian 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 one parent/guardian signs the form, it will automatically submit, and the yellow banner will disappear.
Picture Day: Monday, September 8
Middle School students will take yearbook pictures on Monday, September 8, during their history classes. All students should wear polo shirts and uniform bottoms to school. If students have PE, they should not wear PE uniforms but are encouraged to wear gym shoes. If students are absent, there will be a retake day on Friday, October 3.
Service Opportunities
The Middle School Service Program encompasses the Service Club, as well as off-campus opportunities open to all Middle School students. To see detailed information, please check the “MS Off-Campus Service" tab under Resources when you log into MyPG. Below are opportunities that have been scheduled for the first semester. Opportunities are posted on the resource document, in the morning announcements, and in weekly parent updates. Space is limited and registration is required, as we must ensure that all paperwork is completed by all participants. An adult should complete the sign-up so that we can communicate with the person who is transporting the child to and from the service project.
- September 21: Beach Sweep/River Sweep, Gadsden Creek, 2-4 p.m. Sign up to join Beach Sweep here! The deadline to register is Monday, September 15.
- October 4: Lowcountry Food Bank, 9-11:30 a.m. (Signup will be posted in late September).
- November 8: Charleston Miracle League - Buddy On the Field, 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. (Signup will be posted in late October).
Update from the Nurse’s Office
- Save the Date – Flu Vaccination Clinics: Porter-Gaud will host two optional flu vaccination clinics this fall (see below). More details will be shared soon!
- Parkwood Pediatrics – Thursday, October 2
- Dottie’s Pharmacy – Week of October 15
- Illness/Sick Policy: We’ve had some respiratory viruses circulating on campus, including COVID. As a reminder, students should stay home if they are sick. They may return to school once they meet all of the following criteria:
- Overall symptoms have improved
- Fever-free for at least 24 hours without the use of fever-reducing medication
- No vomiting or diarrhea in the past 24 hours
- Well enough to participate in a full day of classes
- Handwashing Reminder: Handwashing remains the most effective defense against the spread of germs. Use antiseptic soap and water for at least 20 seconds whenever possible. Hand sanitizer may be used when soap and water are not available.
- Health Update - Impetigo: We have had several cases of impetigo reported on campus. Impetigo is a contagious skin infection that often appears as sores that do not heal properly or develop a yellow, crusted surface. Please check your child’s skin. Students diagnosed with impetigo should remain home until they have been on antibiotic treatment for at least 24 hours and the sores are no longer oozing. Any sores should be kept covered while at school.
- Next Week is Food Allergy Awareness Week: We’re excited to share that next week, we will be celebrating Food Allergy Awareness Week at Porter-Gaud! This is a wonderful opportunity for our students and community to learn more about food allergies and how we can all work together to keep each other safe.
Dining Update from Taher
Please click here to access menus. You can also follow us on Instagram (@taherpgdining).
Updates from the PGPA
- 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!
- Volunteer Opportunities: Click here to learn more about PGPA Volunteer Opportunities.
We would love to discuss your place at Porter-Gaud.