KEY ACTIVITIES AND EVENTS
Thank you to everyone who came out for CycloneTown! It was a fantastic way to celebrate the start of the school year. We look forward to continuing to show our Cyclone pride during the pep rally tomorrow.
Upper School Back-to-School Night, September 2, 6:30 - 8 p.m
Please join us on Wednesday, September 2, to meet your child’s teachers. The Upper School building and the Chapel will be open for you to tour, and all teachers will be available in the Upper School building for you to meet. Please arrive according to this schedule:
- Families with last names beginning A-K, 6:30 - 7:15 p.m.
- Families with last names beginning L-Z, 7:15 - 8 p.m.
We look forward to seeing you!
Student-Parent/Guardian Handbook
We ask all parents and guardians, as well as students, to review the policies and procedures contained in the Upper 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.
Service Fair
Service is central to Porter-Gaud's mission. On Friday, September 4, the Service Fair will introduce students to 26 different projects and the Chick-Fil-A Leadership Academy where they can meet leaders and sign up. While participation is entirely optional, we encourage students to explore issues that spark their genuine interest and build meaningful community connections. Weekly updates and project highlights will be shared throughout the year in the student Week Ahead and Parent Update.
- Fundraiser Walks/Races
- Charitable Snack Sales
- Charitable Bake Sales
- Special Projects
- Clothing & Coat Drive
- Book Drive
- PG Mentorship and Tutoring
- WINGS
- Toy Drive
- Miracle League
- Special Olympics
- Recycling
- Pet Helpers
- Local Animal Programs
- Adopt-a-Highway
- Beach & Marsh Sweeps
- Habitat for Humanity
- Homeless Shelter Support
- PG Meals on Wheels
- Water Mission
- Food Drive Programs
- Bouquets of Cheer
- Blood Drive
- Fisher House / Hope House
- Ronald McDonald House
- Elderly Friendships
- Chick-fil-A Leadership
Updates for Senior Families
- Scheduling College Counseling Meetings: If you and/or your senior need to schedule a meeting with College Counseling, you can do so using the links below:
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.
Uniform Savings
- French Toast is offering 30% off of merchandise until August 30. Click here to access the PG store on the French Toast site.
- Lands’ End is offering 20% off of merchandise starting on September 2. Click here to access the PG store on the Lands End site.
Important Calendar Dates for Planning Purposes
- August 28: Drop/Add Closes for Year-Long Classes
- September 2: Upper School Back-to-School Night
- September 7: Labor Day - School Closed
- September 11: Senior Day of Caring
- September 14: Picture Day
- September 14: Ninth Grade College Kickoff
- September 15: Senior Privileges Begin
- September 16: HBCU Breakfast
- September 28-Oct 2: Spirit Week
- October 2: Homecoming Game
- October 3: Homecoming Dance
- October 5: Picture Retakes
- October 9: End of Quarter - No School for Students - Teacher Workday
- October 12-13: Fall Break - School Closed
- October 16: PSAT/NMSQT for 11th grade
- October 19: Founders Day
- October 28: Parent/Teacher Conferences - No School for Students
- November 2: First Day of Winter Sports
- November 16: Junior College Night
- November 23-27: Thanksgiving Break - School Closed
- December 11: Holiday Assembly
- December 12: Lessons and Carols (Church of the Holy Communion)
- December 15: Upper School Fall Semester Exams A & B Blocks
- December 16: Upper School Fall Semester Exams C & D Blocks
- December 17: Upper School Fall Semester Exams E & F Blocks
- December 18: Upper School Fall Semester Exams G & Make Up Blocks
- December 19-January 3: Christmas Break
- January 4: Faculty Workday
- January 5: Classes Resume for Second Semester
- January 13: Sophomore College Night
We would love to discuss your place at Porter-Gaud.