Middle School Updates

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Weekly Updates

Our annual door decorating contest is always a great way to get our Middle School students into the holiday spirit!

Dress Down Day Tomorrow
'Twas the day before the assembly, and all through the school,
Not a student was stirring—still following the rules.
But word quickly spread with a spark of delight:
“You may dress down tomorrow, wear festive and bright!”

In colors of green and the boldest of red,
Let holiday spirit guide what you choose to wear instead.
Keep attire appropriate, cheerful, and neat—
A celebration of tradition from your head to your feet.

So gather your sweaters, your sparkles, your cheer—
We’ll welcome the season as the holidays draw near.
We look forward to seeing your spirit on display,
As we join in assembly to close out the day.

A reminder about the rules for dress down day:

• Skirts and shorts must be an appropriate length.
• Shirts and tops must be of appropriate length. No spaghetti straps or backless shirts/tops.
• No hats.
• No open-toed shoes, Crocs, or slides.
• No pajamas or anything resembling pajama pants (traditional sweatpants are acceptable).
• No onesies. 

Middle School Exam Schedule
As we look forward to winter exams next week, we wanted to share the Middle School exam schedule. 

Monday is a regular school day. The school day for Middle School will begin at 9 a.m. Tuesday through Thursday for all middle school students, regardless if they have an exam scheduled.. Middle School students who take the bus to school and arrive early will be able to study quietly in the library. On Friday, only Middle School students who missed an exam day will attend school.

Bus Schedule for Exams

• December 15: Regular schedule 
• December 16: Regular schedule (full day)
• December 17: Regular schedule (9 a.m. start on Wednesday, full day of school)
• December 18: Regular schedule (full day)
• December 19: Regular Friday morning schedule, noon return home (Exam make-up day for Middle School)

Upcoming Middle School Service Opportunities

• December 13: GrowFood Carolina. Join us to pack food boxes to be delivered to the Pamplico community. Pamplico lost their last grocery store 6 months ago, and Grow Food has been delivering fresh produce to the residents.  Sign up here.

Spring Preview

• January 10: Hallie Hill Animal Sanctuary, 12:00-2:00. Mark your calendars! We will post the sign up and complete paperwork for this opportunity in December because it will occur the weekend after we return from break!
• February 28: Charleston Parks Conservancy
• March 7: Lowcountry Food Bank
• April 22: (after school): Earth Day with Grow Food Carolina
• April 26: Picnic For the Parks (Charleston Parks Conservancy)

SAVE THE DATE! Middle School Coffee and Technology Talk
Join us for an informative session on technology use in Middle School on Thursday, January 22, 2026, from 8:15 - 9 a.m. in Washington Hall. This event is open to all fourth grade and Middle School families. 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

We look forward to seeing you there!

Dining Update from Taher
Next week, our menu will be the chef's choice! Click here to view the menu for January 6-9. You can also follow Taher on Instagram (@taherpgdining) or access menus online.

Uniform Savings
Lands End is offering 25% off uniform styles through December 17. Click here for more information. 

Save the Date: Parent Webinar on January 13
Please save the date for the upcoming webinar, “Elevating Discipline with the Brain in Mind” on January 12, 2026, from 7:30-8:30 p.m. This event is being offered as part of The Parent Series, a year-long program offering six one-hour webinars designed for independent school parents and caregivers in all stages of their child’s growth. Click here for additional details on how to register, and keep an eye out for more information about an Parent Coffee event to follow on campus the week after the webinar.  

Updates from the PGPA

• 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.