KEY ACTIVITIES AND EVENTS
Many congratulations to all of our juniors and seniors who were inducted into the Cum Laude Society last Friday. Pictured above are this year’s inductees who were present at the ceremony, along with senior members who were inducted last year, as well as those who were not able to attend. These students represent the top academic performers in their classes. Click here for more photos.
To see photos from our most recent Spring Sports Senior Night recognitions, click the links below:
2025 Junior-Senior Prom
The Junior-Senior Prom will be held on Saturday, April 26, at the Wonderer Charleston from 7:30 - 10 p.m. Doors will open at 7:30 p.m., and students must arrive by 8 p.m. Tickets went on sale today and can be purchased online through HomeTown Ticketing. There will be three levels of tickets:
- Blitz Tickets - $65 (April 10-11),
- Early Bird - $75 (April 12-20),
- Regular - $85 (April 21-26)
STEM Night
Please join us for our second annual STEM Night on Wednesday, April 30, from 5-6:30 p.m. in the Wendell Center. Middle and Upper School students will present their research and projects from a variety of classes, interdisciplinary seminars, and extracurricular activities. Please RSVP here before April 23.
Class of 2025 Updates
- Graduation Announcements: If you ordered graduation announcements from Jostens, they will arrive at school on Friday. Seniors can come to the front office during their lunch to pick up orders. There is a limited supply of extra announcements available for sale at www.LowCountryGrad.com if families have not ordered yet.
- Graduation Seat Auction: Next week, the PGPA will auction off two sets of front-row graduation seats (eight each) and one reserved parking place for each winning family through an online platform. Click here for more information.
- Merchandise Added to PGPA Spirit Store: The PGPA has added several items to its online spirit store for the Class of 2025. Click here to see the options and place an order.
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. You can also email dining@portergaud.edu with any questions or feedback. To access daily menus, please click here.
From the PGPA
- 2025-2026 Volunteer Opportunities and All-Parent Meeting: Calling all parents and caregivers to volunteer! There are many ways to be a part of the PGPA, including participating in events, joining committees, and serving on the PGPA Board. Click here to learn more and sign up by Friday, April 25. The new 2025-2026 PGPA Slate, grade reps, and committees will be presented for a vote at the PGPA Spring End-of-Year Meeting on May 13 at 8:15 a.m. in Washington Hall.
- Father’s Night Out: Enjoy an evening with fellow PG dads on Wednesday, May 7, from 6:30-9:30 p.m. at Munkle Brewing Co. (1513 Meeting Street Rd, Charleston, SC 29405). Click here to learn more and RSVP.
- Merchandise Added to Spirit Store: The PGPA has added several items to its online spirit store for the Class of 2025. Click here to see the options and place an order.
- Spring Concessions: The spring sports season is in full swing and we need your help! Please click here to sign up for shifts and support our Cyclone sports teams.
- Virtual Pop-Up Sale: Stock up on your Cyclone gear at this Virtual Pop-Up Sale! Click here for details on how to shop.
Important Calendar Dates for Planning Purposes
- April 18: School Closed (Good Friday)
- April 21: School Closed (Easter Monday)
- April 26: Prom
- April 27: Spring Arts Festival
- May 5-16: AP Exams
- May 13: Last Day of Senior Classes
- May 14-16: Senior Exams
- May 19: Senior Milestone Dinner
- May 22: Baccalaureate
- May 24: Graduation
- May 26: School Closed (Memorial Day)
- May 27 - 30: US Exams
- May 27: G & F Block
- May 28: E & D Block
- May 29: C & B Block
- May 30: A Block & Make Up Exams
We would love to discuss your place at Porter-Gaud.