Pender Public Schools 
Only 3 days left to get your Pendragon Track & Field gear! Click on the link below to get your order in before it closes on March 1st!
https://hauffsports.chipply.com/pendertf
This weeks Elementary eNews is available at the following link: https://5il.co/q1xm. Have a great weekend everyone!
The link for the "Weekly COVID Update" for February 26, 2021 is http://bit.ly/3aWIZCq
Our phones are up and working again. Please contact us via the office number: 402.385.3244
American Broadband is experiencing an outage which is effecting our phones. If you need to get a hold of the school before this is resolved please contact the secretaries or administration on their cell phones or email. Email directory can be found on our school webpage.
Attached are the final results from the East Husker Conference Speech meet in Lyons today. Had some hardware come back to Pender! Congratulations to all!
Our Pendragon speakers have made it into finals at EHC Speech!! Stay tuned for placements announced at the end of the day.
Zachery E -Extemp
Caleb K -Extemp
Alexis B -Poetry and Serious
Emma K-Serious
Calie R -Persuasive and Informative
Dannie D, McKinley M, Q, & Taylar V -OID
Congratulations to Ashley Ostrand on signing her letter of intent to run track at the University of Nebraska-Omaha! #BeAMav @UNOmaha @omavs
The Pender boys basketball game vs Humphrey St. Francis on Thursday will be streamed on Facebook Live starting at 7:00 pm!
https://www.facebook.com/Humphrey-St-Francis-School-110832632269550
Good luck to our Speech team today as they compete at Lyons in the East Husker Conference speech Invite!
Thunder Baseball gear is available for order. Orders need to be placed by March 10th.
https://hauffsports.chipply.com/tcthunderbaseball/store.aspx
Final from St Francis. 57-32 Pender advances to play Humphrey St Francis Thursday at 7:00 pm at Humphrey St Francis.
Another Vogt 3 pointer! 57-32 Pender 1:20 left in the game.
Awesome post move by Evan! 54-32 Pender 2:05 left
Vogt 2 more. 52-27 Pender.
Vogt drives and is fouled. Made 1ft. 50-27
Broke the press-Nathan with a quick layup. 49-27 4:09 q4
Hook shot by Vogt. 47-27 Pender 5:20 q4
Quick two by the beavers followed by a Trimble post move. 45-26 pender
Starting the 4th quarter, Pender leads 43-24.
10 foot jumper by Aiden. 43-24 Pender
3 pointer by Aiden! 41-24 Pender. 1:32 q3
2ft throws by Vogt. Followed up by a 2pt post move for the Beavers. 38-24 2:40 3rd quarter.
Another 3 by Vogt! He’s on FIRE! 36-22 now
Another Vogt 3! 33-22 Pender 4:31 Q3
Big 3 by Vogt to get us going in the 3rd. 30-22 Pender 5:40 left in the third quarter.
27-19. Time out St Edward. One minute into the third quarter.
Missed a last second shot before half, but still hold a 27-17 lead at halftime.
27-15 1:00 minute before half. Pender leads.
Evan with the transition layup. 27-14 Pender
Big three by Aiden. 25-14 Pender 5:00 left in 2Q
22-14 Pender. 5:50 left in the second quarter. Playing good defense so far
I’ve hacked the wifi! Pender is up 22-11 start of the 2nd quarter. Sorry for the delay!
It’s a busy day for the spender eSports team! League of Legends versus Amherst starts at 4:00 Ames Smash versus Hay Springs starts at 5:30. Watch LoL live at twitch.tv/penderesports
🚨🚨The Boys basketball team plays St Edward at 7:30pm in Humphrey at St. Francis High School in the first round of their sub district. No passes are accepted and masks are required. See you there! 🚨🚨
The JH wrestling tournament today in Pender begins at 4:00pm. We are allowing the first 600 fans in to watch, and we will have both the old gym and new gym running matches.
This weeks Elementary eNews is available at the following link: https://5il.co/psl2. Have a great week Pendragons!
The Pendragon Track & Field clothing store is open for 8 more days. Don’t forget to get your orders in! Click on the link below to get started!
https://hauffsports.chipply.com/pendertf
Esports is playing in the NETA tournament today in both League of Legends and Smash Ultimate. Check out our matches for League on Twitch. twitch.tv/penderesports
The JhGBB game on Monday in Bancroft will start at 6:30. The A team will play first, followed by the B team.
Tonight’s BBB game vs BRLD will tip off at 6:00 pm with two quarters of JV, followed by varsity. Games are in Bancroft and can be seen on BRLD’s Striv channel. Masks are required to attend.
Pender eSports takes on Thayer Central now! Check it out at twitch.tv/penderesports
There is no school Friday, February 19th. Have a great weekend!
Congratulations to Senior Layne Sturek on a fantastic wrestling career. He earned 4th place at the State Wrestling tournament!
Save the Date
the Girls BB team travels to Bancroft tonight for their Sub-district Final game vs BRLD. Tip off is 7:00pm. 75% capacity will be allowed and masks are required. You can watch on BRLD's Striv page or you can listen on KTCH Radio 104.9FM.
https://striv.tv/channel/brld/
PHS students and staff watching Layne wrestle today to get into the medal round after lunch. He won! Then he won again! layne will now wrestle for 3rd/4th later today!!!
The link to the Weekly COVID Update for February 18, 2021 is: http://bit.ly/3qzKAUa
Colton loses and his season is done. Congratulations Colton on a great year!
Layne won his third match of the night and becomes the school record holder for wins with 48! Also, congratulations on Jake for a great season.
Live from Grand Island! Flames are your 2021 State Champions in Hiphop and Runner Up in Pom! So excited to bring hardware back to Pender!
Layne Sturek loses 11-3 in his second match of the evening but will wrestle again in 2nd round consultations later tonight.
Jake & Colton both fall in their first matches but will wrestle again in the consultation rounds tonight.
Layne Sturek picks up a win in match 1 at the State wrestling tournament!
Best of luck to our State Wrestling qualifiers today at State Wrestling! Also, best of luck to our Flames Dance team as they compete at their state competition in Grand Island!
With tonight’s win vs Wakefield, the girls Bb team will play BRLD in Bancroft at 7:00 pm on Thursday, Feb 18th. No tickets are required to attend. Hope to see you there!
The Pender Vs Wakefield game will start at 7:30pm. Bancroft said they will begin allowing fans in as early as 6:45 if the first game is over and those fans are cleared out.
High School Students participated in a fun pep rally today recapping our State Bowlers season and wishing our State Flames and Wrestlers good luck!! #ItsAGreatDayToBeAPendragon
The girls Sub-district BB game at Bancroft can be seen on their Striv Channel. Thanks to Agrivision for the donation to stream the game!
https://striv.tv/channel/brld/
The boys BB sub-district has been released. Location and time are TBD and will be announced once we get that information.
🚨🚨🚨🚨Girls BB sub-district gameday at 7:30 in Bancroft vs Wakefield! 🚨🚨🚨
Don’t go too early, we will have to wait until the first game is over and the gym is cleared before Pender fans get in. No tickets are required to attend . Masks are required.
Pender Public Schools will begin at 10 am on Tuesday, February 16. There will be no morning preschool, but there will be afternoon preschool.
The boys golf district assignments have been released. Pender is in the D-2 district. Location is TBD, probably the location with the least amount of snow!
If you’re wishing for warmer weather, the track districts have been assigned. Pender will be in the D-2 district at Hartington on My 12th!
Pendragon Track & Field is back! Click on the link below to access the online store. Store closes on March 1st!
https://hauffsports.chipply.com/pendertf
For Tuesday’s GBB sub-district game in Bancroft vs Wakefield , fans won’t be allowed into the gym until the first game fans have been cleared out. Game time is 7:30. Masks are required. Concessions will be available.
Pender Public Schools will begin at 10 am on Monday, February 15. There will be no morning preschool but there will be afternoon preschool.
Pendragon wrestling state qualifiers: Layne Sturek 2nd 106, Jacob Bruns 4th 195, & Colton Sanderson 4th 220. Congrats gentlemen!
Pendragon wrestling state qualifiers: Layne Sturek 2nd 106, Jacob Bruns 4th 195, & Colton Sanderson 4th 220. Congrats gentlemen!
Wakefield Speech Meet results:
JV Duet 9th Taylar Vandebrug and Quinn Morgan
JV Entertainment 7th Marcus Brown
JV Informative 7th Elli Ahrens
JV OID 7th Quinn Morgan, Taylar Vandebrug, McKinley Morgan, and Dannie Dutcher
JV OID 6th Avery Wegner, Marcus Brown, Zachery Randall, and Emma Krusemark
JV Humorous 6th Lauren Munderloh
JV Persuasive 5th Avery Wegner
JV Poetry 5th Delana Harmon
JV Informative 5th Calie Rabbass
JV Entertainment 5th Cole Athey
JV Extemp 5th Brody Krusemark
Varsity Persuasive 5th Calie Rabbass
JV Duet 4th Roxy Ekberg and Lauren Munderloh
JV Extmep 4th Mason Bodlak
Varsity Poetry 4th Alexis Bodlak
JV Extemp 3rd Cole Athey
JV Entertainment 3rd Dylan Russman
JV Humorous 2nd Cole Athey
JV Extemp CHAMPION Caleb Kelly
JV Poetry CHAMPION Elli Ahrens
JV Serious CHAMPION Emma Krusemark
Varsity Serious CHAMPION Alexis Bodlak
JV TEAM CHAMPIONS!
(Not pictured: Zach, Brody, Caleb, Mason, Marcus, McKinley, Quinn, Avery, and Dannie)
Flames will travel to Grand Island on Wednesday, February 17th to compete at the state competition. They perform Pom at 3:30pm and hip hop at 6:10pm. The entire competition will be live streamed on mrvideoonline.com. This live stream is not free & will have to be purchased. Best of luck to the Flames next week!
The girls portion of the JV basketball tournament has now been cancelled along with the boys. LVSS and Wakefield wouldn’t travel due to Cold and snow packed roads.
The boys portion of the JV basketball tournament in Bancroft has been cancelled for today. BRLD is not playing due to their team playing in Grand Island and LVSS won’t travel due to weather.
The boys portion of the JV basketball tournament in Bancroft today has been cancelled.
The boys portion of the JV basketball tournament in Bancroft today has been cancelled.
This weeks Elementary eNews is available at the following link: https://5il.co/plyf . Have a great weekend Pendragons!
The link to the Weekly COVID Update for February 12, 2021 is: http://bit.ly/3qhoiGN
Student Council Service Committee (Lillie T., Alyssa G., Claire F., Mesa K., Emma K.) teamed up with Mrs. Nixon's 4th, 5th, and 6th grade writers to put together some awesome Valentines and candy for the residents at Legacy and Prairie Breeze!
Student Council Courtesy Committee (Paige S. Dannie D., Mason B., Caleb T., and Brody K.) has decided to focus on thanking the various groups in our school for all they do for our students and who better to start with than our outstanding Elementary Staff!
The Boys BB team will play 2 Qs of JV tonight starting at 5:30pm. Parents night will take place between the the JV and Varsity games. Flames will dance and have parents night at halftime of the varsity game. Come support the boys for their last home game!
The JH girls BB games tonight in Tekamah can be seen on Striv if you can’t attend.
https://striv.tv/channel/tekamah-herman/
Reminder-Our Boys basketball team plays Winside Friday night in pender at 5:30. Our JV boys will play 2 quarters, then we will do parents night. The varsity boys game will begin after parents night. Hope to see you there!
Here are the pairings for the C2-4 girls basketball games on Tuesday.
The girls basketball C2-4 Subdistrict game will be played on Tuesday, Feb 16th in Bancroft. Covid protocols and start time are TBD, so look for that information in the next couple days.
Congratulations to these students for making the East Husker Conference honor band (not pictured McKinley Morgan, Mason Bodlak and Caleb Kelly) it is a great day to be a music dragon!!!!
2021 seniors have big goals or earning $2million in awarded scholarships... Here are some of the schools that want them! Class of 2019 set a high bar.. Can they catch them?
Reminders for today's JH Wrestling in Stanton:
6-foot social distancing required in stands
Exact dollar amounts only will be accepted at the gate. ($3)
They will allow 2 guests per wrestler. - tally marks at the gate next to the roster
Fans must wear masks
This weeks Elementary eNews is available at the following link: https://5il.co/pfip. Have a great week Pendragons!
GACC has moved the Girls basketball JV and Varsity games back to a 6:00pm start time Tuesday. JV starts at 6:00, the varsity girls game will now begin at roughly 7:30.
The TC Thunder State Bowling Qualifiers, Bri and Callie, begin bowling this morning at 9:00 am. Bri is on Lane 12 and Callie is on Lane 3. You can watch them here for Free:
https://striv.tv/nsaa/bowling/
Layne S., Matthew F., Trey J., Quinton H, Zachery R., Jacob B, Andrew D, & Colton S all qualify for districts next weekend at Weeping Water!
The link to the Weekly COVID Update for February 5, 2021 is:
http://bit.ly/3rqDql9
Good luck to our two State bowling qualifiers Callie and Bri! They bowl Monday morning at 9:00 am in Lincoln!
Good luck esports today versus Silver Lake (Smash) and Falls City (League of Legends) GLHF!!
The C-Team girls game scheduled for Monday, Feb 8th vs LHNE has been cancelled. The boys game was already cancelled due to low numbers , now they cancelled the girls game.
Congratulations to our TC Thunder girls bowling team for their runner-up finish yesterday at district bowling!
The Girls BB games scheduled for today have been rescheduled to Friday, February 5th. Pender will still play Howells-Dodge at 6:00 pm but the game will be in Leigh.
All EHC girls tournament games for today have been postponed. The likely scenario is that Pender will play Howells in Clarkson Friday night at 6:00 pm, but that is not official yet. When we get more information about the games, we will release it.
Pender Public Schools will begin at 10 am today (Thursday, February 4). There will be no morning preschool, but there will be afternoon preschool.
Happy 101st Day of School from the first graders!
Congratulations to our two TC Thunder bowlers who qualified as individuals for state bowling today! Callie Rabass and Bri Bruns will bowl next Monday, February 8th at 9:00 am @Sun Valley Lanes in Lincoln! Congratulations girls!
The Boys portion of Monday’s C-Team vs LHNE has been canceled due to low numbers. The girls are still scheduled to play at 5:30 pm.
Due to lower than expected number of athletes who have been entered in sub-districts for Saturday, Feb. 6, Shelby-Rising City will no longer be using a pass list. They will limit attendance to the first 600 fans if they get to that point.
Here are the updated boys and girls EHC basketball brackets. The girls will play Thursday in Leigh at 6:00 pm vs Howells Dodge. Masks are required.
Good luck to our TC Thunder Bowling team as they travel to districts today in Norfolk! Masks are required for anyone who wants to attend.
Tomorrow afternoon the K-6 students will be participating in a Snowmen for Smiles project. We will be bussing students to Prairie Breeze and Legacy Gardens here in town to build snowmen outside the residents windows. Please make sure your students have what they need (boots, mittens, snow pants, coat, hat) to participate in our fun afternoon. Thanks you & keep an eye out for the pictures! 😉
The Girls BB team will play Howells-Dodge in the EHC consolation round on Thursday, Feb 4th. The game will be played in Leigh, not Clarkson. Game time is 6:00pm and no fan restrictions will be enforced. Watch the game here if you cannot attend:
http://www.clpatsathletics.com
Mrs. Carda's 8th grade Career Development working on building free standing towers. Topic: Overcoming Adversity. Everyone had the same materials but the amounts varied. The discussion centered around the goal of success, overcoming disadvantages, and utilizing advantages.
The junior high wrestling tournament in Oakland today will only allow 2 fans per wrestler. There is not a list of fans, they will just check off two fans per wrestler at the door.
Wrestling begins at 4:00. Good Luck Pendragons!
There will be no fan restrictions on Tuesday night when the boys play Tekamah-Herman in the EHC basketball tournament at Wisner . Game time is 6:00pm.
North Bend has sent an update about fan attendance at Monday’s EHC girls BB games:
-They will NOT require a ticket to attend. -They will clear the gym after our game.
-You may attend the second game if capacity hasn’t been reached.
-Contact Mr. Ferg with questions
Here is an updated EHC girls basketball roster. Pender is still the #6 seed, the bracket has a typo.
Here is the updated EHC Boys basketball bracket.
The boys BB team will play Tekamah-Herman at 6:00 pm Tuesday in Wisner in the EHC tournament. Attendance and protocols will be announced when we are informed.
The Girls BB team plays West-Point Beemer @North Bend on Monday, Feb 1st at 6:00 pm in the EHC second round.
-No green EHC passes are accepted for championship events
-Sit on visitor side
-4 tickets per athlete
-Masks required
-You can watch on YouTube if you can’t attend
Congrats to the following varsity medalists at the Bancroft speech meet!
Emma Krusemark 3rd place Serious
Alexis Bodlak 1st place Poetry and 1st place Serious! Keep up the hard work!
Thank you Brian and Layne! Your Pendragon senior wrestlers who competed at home one last time today in the EHC tournament! Good luck as you finish your season!
Great job today at the esports GINW tournament today! Special congratulations to the JH Smash team of Joshua Butts and Cooper Randall with an impressive third place finish! Great job!
Track Wrestling at the EHC meet in Pender is slowing us down because Track is having issues. We will be at their mercy until they get it fixed. Please be patient!
Busy day for Pender activities!
-EHC wrestling @ Pender-must be on the list to attend
-EHC BBB @Howells vs BRLD at 1:00pm
-eSports at Grand Island
-Speech @Bancroft
-C team GBB @GACC at 10:00 am
Good Luck today everyone!
Congratulations to these 5 senior girls! Dawson, Skyler, Zoey, Ashley, & Carson... thanks for your dedication and Pendragon Pride over the past 4 years!
This weeks Elementary eNews is available at the following link: https://5il.co/p50n. Have a great weekend everyone and Go Pendragons!
Congratulations to the varsity Pender esports team on their win against the Wayne team! Fantastic teamwork!
The link for the latest Weekly COVID Update for PPS is:
http://bit.ly/3pwP39O
The February/March Newsletter is now available.
https://5il.co/p49i
Just a reminder, the EHC boys basketball game vs BRLD on Saturday in Howells has been moved up to a 1:00 pm start due to weather concerns.
The JH girls basketball game vs Wakefield that was postponed on Monday, Jan 25th, has been rescheduled to Friday, Feb 5th at 4:00pm in Pender. B team will play 2 quarters at 4:00pm, followed by A team.
https://www.etix.com/ticket/e/1016656/nebraska-cheer-and-dance-championships-grand-island-heartland-events-center
Here is the Link to state dance tickets. They go on sale Monday, February 1st at 10AM Central time. Flames perform on the 17th in Session TWO.
The EHC boys basketball games in Howells scheduled for Saturday have been moved up due to weather concerns. Pender will now play at 1:00pm vs BRLD.
The EHC GBB games in Pender on Friday will begin at 6:00 pm with H-D vs Stanton. We will not allow the fans for the second game in to the school until 7:00pm. The gym will be cleared after game one. H-D and Stanton fans may re-enter if they would like to watch the second game. Info below👇
The high school boys and girls basketball games vs Madison have been cancelled, these games will not be rescheduled.
Parents night for the girls basketball game will be Friday night AFTER the EHC game vs Tekamah-Herman. Boys parents night will be Friday, February 12th vs Winside.
The EHC boys basketball game on Saturday is in Howells and will start at 6:00 vs BRLD. See the attached protocols for Howells. Also, one reminder, EHC passes are NOT accepted for entry to the tournament.
The postponed JH wrestling meet from Jan 25th in Oakland has been rescheduled to Monday, Feb 1st at 4:00 pm.
The EHC matchups are still the same, but a few tweaks have been made to the bracket.
The TC Thunder bowling duel in Hartington scheduled for Jan 26th has been postponed to a later date.
The basketball games scheduled for Tuesday, January 26 vs Tri-County Northeast have been postponed. Make up date is TBD.
Pender Public Schools will be closed today, Tuesday, January 26.
Pender Public Schools will begin at 10 am on Tuesday, January 26. No morning preschool but there will be afternoon preschool.
The EHC basketball tournament brackets have been released!! Pender girls host three teams of Friday night. Stanton plays H-D at 6:00 pm then Pender plays T-H at 7:30 ish. The boys travel to Howells Saturday to play BRLD at 6:00pm. Brackets are attached. Attendance info coming
The C Team GBB has been asked to join the GACC tournament this Saturday. Our girls team will play two games @ GACC on Saturday, Jan 30th, first game is at 10:00 am vs GACC in the Activity Center. We will play the winner/loser of Norfolk Catholic immediately after.
Reminder for Tuesday Jan 26th: Tuesday is girls and boys Basketball Parents Night!!!!!! We will recognize parents after the girls varsity game, before the boys game. Boys will go first.
Pender hosts Tri-County Northeast in G/BBB
4:30-JV Girls-4qs
4:30-JV Boys-3qs (old Gym)
6:00ish-Girls Varsity
7:30ish-Boys Varsity
Due to no school today, the junior high girls basketball game versus Wakefield is postponed to a later date.
PPS is cancelling school today (January 25) due to the weather. I apologize for the late notice!! Bad timing for this weather.
The JH Wrestling tournament in Oakland for Monday Jan 25th has been postponed. Make up date is TBD.
The G/BBB games in Madison tonight have been postponed, Madison called off school due to the weather. Make up date is TBD.
The elementary spelling bee scheduled for today has been postponed to a later date due to the forecast winter storm. The make-up date will be announced soon. Thank you!
Congrats to your Novice Speech Team medalists!!!
Elli Ahrens 6th Poetry
Cole Athey 5th in Humorous and 4th in Extemp
Delana Harmon 2nd in Poetry
Great way to start the season!! at North Bend Central!
The JHGBB game scheduled for Feb 22nd in Bancroft has been pushed back to a 6:30 pm start in Bancroft due to covid concerns. It's a couple weeks away but wanted to get this information out asap.
This weeks Elementary eNews is available at the following link: https://5il.co/ovur. Have a great weekend Pendragons! Go Big Red!
The link to PPS's most recent "Weekly COVID Update" is: http://bit.ly/396Lhhu
Districts for track have been released. Location is TBD, we will post once we get information the the NSAA.
The varsity BB games can be streamed on the Wisner-Pilger YouTube page. Just search “Wisner-Pilger” on YouTube and watch the varsity games.
Join us at the Pender Community Center for the 2nd - 6th grade Spelling Bee on Monday, January 25th. Face masks will be required by anyone entering the building and social distancing will be enforced.
The TC Thunder bowling team is back in action tonight vs Howells-Dodge here in Pender. Each bowler gets two fans. Bowling starts at 5:30pm!
Also, TC will host a tournament in Pender on Saturday. Due to the large amount of teams, no fans will be allowed to watch. Good Luck!
Wrestling Tonight @OC_Knights starting at 5:00pm! Yutan and Bergen also there! Good luck!
Voluntary Free Covid-19 Test: Friday, Jan. 22 for PHS Students. (gr. 9-12) at school! See the link below or the QR code to sign up. More Info will be sent with secondary students today. Call the school with any questions.
https://covid19testingne.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_cJa8ezYYRQfZRCl?walk_in=true
Flames Showcase is this Friday at 6pm. Come watch us show off our state routines!
Reminder to those who participated in the Flames Dance Camp last Saturday! We perform Friday night at 6pm. Please read attached for more info.
State dance ticket information is attached! Also, Please read the attached Covid information carefully.
Here is the schedule for the JH girls games and high school games at Wisner on Thursday the 21st.
JH girls-3:30 in South gym (6quarters)
JV Girls-4:45 New Gym
JV boys-4:45 or after JH girls in S gym
V Girls-new gym after JV girls
V Boys-new gym after V girls.
The boys JV/V basketball games vs H/LHF have been rescheduled to Tuesday February 9th. JV boys will play in the new gym at 5:30, varsity boys to follow.
You can watch tonight’s boys basketball games in Stan on the NFHS network. If you’re not a member, you will have to pay a fee to watch the game.
The link to PPS's most recent "Weekly COVID Update" is: http://bit.ly/38VKXlS
This weeks Elementary eNews is available at the following link: https://5il.co/oowa. Have a great week everyone!
Events for Monday, January 18th:
JHWR @Wisner at 5:00 pm
BBB @Stanton -JV at 5:00, varsity to follow.
Due to travel concerns, the bowling duel scheduled for Saturday against Plainview has been pushed back to a 1:00 pm start time.
The TC Thunder bowling duel scheduled for today vs Plainview has been postponed to Saturday at 10:00 am in Pender.
No school for Pender Public Schools today, Friday, January 15 due to the weather conditions.
The wrestling tournament Friday in Weeping Water has been postponed. Make up date is TBD.
Schedule for tonight’s G/BBB game is as follows:
4:15-Girls JV (2Qs) new gym
4:15-Boys JV (3Qs) old gym
Girls varsity will start around 5:00 pm
Boys varsity will start around 6:45
The bowling dual today vs Hartington-Newcastle has been moved up to 4:30pm start today.
JH WR Monday at Wisner will only allow 2 fans per wrestler. Wrestling begins at 5:00pm in Wisner!
The school lunch for Thursday and Friday have been changed. Thursday, January 14th will be taverns and January 15th will be cripitos.
If you can’t attend the games tonight, you can listen on 107.9 the Bull or live stream the game from our Striv channel:
https://striv.tv/channel/pender/
JH girls basketball travels to Winnebago today for a 4:00 pm start. B team plays, then A team. Good luck ladies!
Today’s BB games vs Homer begin with JV Boys in the new gym at 4:45. JV boys are only playing 3 quarters. JV girls will play 2 quarters in the old gym at 4:45. Varsity girls will follow JV boys, then finish up with varsity boys.
The BBB vs H/LHF has been rescheduled to Tuesday, Feb 9th in Pender. JV boys will begin at 5:30, varsity boys will follow.
The start time for the Junior High Girls Basketball game in Wisner on January 21st has been pushed back to a 3:30 start time.
Pender Wrestling team kicks off the week with a JV meet in Oakland today starting at 4:00. The team travels Weeping Water on Friday for a 2:00 start.
Good Luck Pendragons!
Busy week this week for basketball here in Pender:
1/11/21-JHGBB vs Homer 4pm
1/12/21-JHGBB @ Winnebago 4pm
1/12/21-G/BBB vs Homer 4:45pm
1/14/21-G/BBB vs Omaha Nation 4:15pm
1/16/21-G/BBB vs Clarkson-Leigh 1:00 pm
Please see the Google calendar for game specifics.
Your Lady Pendragons defeat the Tigers of NBC 49-42!
Tonight’s GBB game vs NBC will start with 4 quarters of C team, followed by JV, then varsity. DHM allows 50% capacity, which is 498, and fans will be admitted on a first come, first serve basis. Masks required for fans. You can stream it here:
https://striv.tv/channel/pender/
The first Elementary eNews of 2021 is available at the following link: https://5il.co/oexu. Have a wonderful weekend! Go Big Red!
The link to PPS's latest "Weekly COVID Update" is:
http://bit.ly/3oux3fA
Parents/Guardians of kindergarten through 6th grade students please check the Thursday folders as 2nd quarter report cards and testing scores went home with them yesterday. Thank you!
Mark your calendars! Join us on Friday, January 22nd at 6pm as we showcase our state dances with special performances by our Fire & Ice Dance Camp Kids!! Hope to see you there!
The WR dual tournament begins at 4:30 today. After the schools all sent their list, we will have room for up to 298 fans before we meet our 50% capacity. Anyone may attend. Tonight is also parents night for our wrestlers. Hope to see you there!
https://striv.tv/channel/pender/
The TC Thunder Bowling Dual vs H/LHF at 5:30 will allow two fans per bowler. The action will be streamed via BRLD's Striv page:
https://striv.tv/channel/brld/
Good Luck Today!!!!
Another schedule change, this time it’s JH wrestling. The Stanton JH wrestling invite has been moved back one day to February 9th.
Just a reminder that the dance camp registration forms are due THIS FRIDAY (the 8th) if you want a guaranteed tshirt!!
The JH Girls Basketball game vs Tekamah scheduled for Thursday, February 18th has been moved to Thursday February 11th. The game will now be in Tekamah and will start at 5:00pm.
Covid protocols for the NSAA have changed to allow 50% capacity for indoor activities, matching the state DHM. Pender high school and junior high events will no longer restrict who can attend games. The 50% capacity for the new gym is 498. Attendance to home basketball games will be first come, first serve basis. We will not use a list anymore. Wrestling events will still need to use a list, only because of the number of teams attending meets.
Sorry if there was some confusion withe the last post. Attached is GACC's COVID protocol. GACC girls are playing Bishop Neuman girls while Pender boys play GACC boys.
Schedule is below
5:00 girls JV (2 quarters only) GACC vs Bishop Neumann
5:45 girls varsity GACC vs Bishop Neumann
6:00 boys JV GACC vs Pender (small gym)
7:30 boys V GACC vs Pender
Varsity games will be livestreamed. https://striv.tv/channel/gacc/
GACC will not let Pender fans into the big gym until the girls varsity game is over. GACC will clear out the Bishop Neumann fans and then open the doors for the Pender fans (approximately 7:15.) They ask only fans of boys JV players attend the JV game (since the gym is small). There are no limitations on fans for the varsity game.
Please see the attached Covid Protocols for GACC.
The wrestling meet in Winside on Saturday will NOT allow any fans inside the school. They will stream the meet on their Striv Channel:
https://striv.tv/channel/winside/
The BBB game vs GACC is Thursday, January 7th @GACC starting at 6:00 pm. The game is not Tuesday.
As a reminder school resumes on Tuesday, January 5 for all students. Wednesday, January 6 will be a 2:30 dismissal.
The wrestling team travels to Shelby tomorrow morning, here’s the link if you aren’t making the trip!
https://striv.tv/channel/shelby-rising-city/
The bb games on Monday will begin at 4:00 pm with JV girls, then JV boys, varsity girls, varsity boys. The start time has been moved up. Fan attendance is still TBD, Information will be posted once we hear back.
Bago beats Pender 85-42. Boys and girls back in action Monday in Wynot.
Bags leads Pender 72-37 after 3 quarters.
Pender trails Winnebago 52-25. Bago is 12/16 from three.
Pender boys trail Winnebago 31-12 after the first quarter. Bago went 7/8 on three pointers in the opening quarter.
Pender beats Wayne 71-17 and takes 3rd place in the Holiday Tournament!
Boys play Winnebago at 10:45 at the high school.
Pender girls lead Wayne 65-14 after 3 quarters.
Pender girls lead Wayne 53-11 at half.
After 1Q, Pender girls lead Wayne 28-4. Playing hard defense and buckets are falling.
Pender girls fall to Pierce today, and will play either Wayne or Auburn tomorrow morning @9:00 am at WSC.
Don’t forget to sign up for the dance camp with the Flames Dance Team!! Deadline is January 8th if you want a tshirt!
LCC pulls away in the second half, beats Pender 64-41. Pender boys play Thursday at 10:45am at Wayne High school, the times have been adjusted to accommodate New Years Eve.
End of 3, LCC leads Pender 52-36.
LCC comes out of halftime on fire, leads Pender 42-29 with 4:24 left in 3rd quarter.
LCC leads Pender 31-27 at the half.
2:28 left in the second quarter, LCC leads Pender 25-21.
After one quarter is boys action, Pender leads LCC 16-13. Playing some good defense to end the quarter and made a couple threes.
The Wayne basketball tournament games for today have been postponed. The games have been pushed back to Wednesday and back to the regular schedule. Boys play at 11:00 and the girls play at 3:00pm.
All game times for the WSC Holiday tournament have been moved up two hours Tuesday.
-Boys play at 9:00 am vs LCC @ the high school.
-Girls play at 12:30pm at WSC vs Pierce
In boys action at WSC, Hartington CC beats Pender 69-43. The boys play at 9:00 am at Wayne High school vs LCC.
After three, HCC leads Pender in boys action 53-38. I think they made 5 three pointers in 6 possessions to start the third.
HCC leads Pender 33-23 at the half. HCC hit two big three pointers towards the end of the second quarter to stretch the lead.
After 1 quarter in the boys game, Hartington CC leads Pender 15-13.
The BBB game @ Stanton has been rescheduled to Monday, January 18th with a 5:00 pm start for JV, Varsity to follow. I will update Covid Protocols when they become available.
Live streams for both the girls and boys game are as follows:
This is the broadcast link for the games at WSC.
https://team1prep.com/ne/
The games at the Jr/Sr High school are on YouTube at Wayne Nebraska Bluedevils.
Congratulations to the following for being chosen to Omaha World Herald All State Honorable Mention football team: Dylan Vogt, Caleb Trimble, Braxton Volk, Jaxon Maise, Lucas Timm. Congratulations Boys!
Attached is the tournament information for the Great Northeast Nebraska Shootout in Wayne starting December 28th. Both the boys and girls play @1:00pm vs Hartington CC, girls at WHS & boys at WSC.
If you ordered a blanket on the Wrestling Store, contact Coach Volk as some have arrived.
The girls BB games tonight in Bancroft can be seen on Striv starting at 6:00pm.
https://striv.tv/channel/brld/
GBB C team Striv vs Wisner C team is up and running!
https://striv.tv/channel/pender/
Although we can’t be together in person the students and I have put together a virtual holiday program for you to enjoy. Have a happy and healthy holiday.
https://youtu.be/eo-fBt7vADg
It's the Eve before Christmas break. Elementary get out those Christmas PJ's and wear them to school tomorrow. Also just a reminder that school dismisses at 1 pm tomorrow with no afternoon preschool. Have an amazing winter break!
Looking for some activities over break (or quarantine)? Maybe the Art room can help! Click on the link below for a step-by-step process on drawing and coloring a dragon’s eye!
https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1KD4tZwkLSU5qFSy5ikJDz6poAWAMPa5KRZ-5D1k46-Y/edit?usp=sharing
C-Team games tonight vs Wisner Pilger begin at 6:00pm with the girls, the boy will follow. Household family members and grandparents only.
Tuesday’s GBB games @ BRLD begins at 6:00 pm with JV action and varsity girls to follow. Please read the attached Covid Protocols for Bancroft. 4 fans per player from household or grandparent. No families of managers.
Sign up for the elementary dance camp sponsored by the Flames Dance team! Registration is due by January 8th,2021!
JH basketball boys uniform check-in and pictures will be tomorrow Monday, December 21st.
Sound of the Season happening now! Striv.tv/pender
Game. Pender wins 64-22. Great second half for the Pendragons. The girls are back in action Tuesday night In Bancroft.
Running clock with 1 minute left. Pender up 41 pts
60-21 3:21 left in the 4th.
56-19 mid 4th.
50-19 after the third quarter.
Playing well out of halftime, up 40-17 with 4:42 left in the third quarter.
At the half, Pender leads Stanton 33-17. Ashley has 18pts, Zoey has 8, Caitlyn has 3, and Dawson has 2.
1:27 left before half, Pender leads Stanton 28-17
24-15 Pender 3:30 left in the second quarter
Stanton went on a run, now 22-15 Pender mid 2nd quarter
After 1Q in Stanton, the girls lead
Pender-17
Stanton-9
The Pendragon Wrestling team is competing in Elgin today. Only those on the list may attend. Watch the action on Striv:
striv.tv/channel/pjcc
Good luck Men!
GBB @ Stanton begins at 1:30 with C-Team, then JV, then varsity. No boys games. Household family members and grandparents of participants on the list may attend. Good Luck Ladies!
Come join the Pender Public Schools music program at their Sounds of the Season concert on Sunday, December 20th at 2:00 p.m. DHM's have changed slightly and a live audience up to 50% capacity is now allowed. Those who choose to attend do not need to be household members only. Free Will Donation.
To anyone who ordered from the wrestling clothing store, Blue Chip is experiencing issues with their suppliers due to COVID which is delaying the process. All items will still be produced and delivered. Thank you for your patience.
You can catch the TC Thunder Bowling below on the link. Bowling starts at 4:30!
https://youtu.be/6MM-dXW-NL0
PPS's weekly COVID update is linked below.
http://bit.ly/3nwYwwX
The jazz band was busy getting ready for Sounds of the Season this morning. Sounds of the Season is 12/20 at 2:00. DHM’s have changed. Live audience up to 50% and does NOT need to be family members.
The junior high BB game today vs Wisner starts at 4:30 today . Household family members and grandparents on the list only may attend . You can watch from home on Striv:
https://striv.tv/channel/pender/
Congratulations to the following Pender students for being a Fall 2020 Academic All State recipient. Nice work!
Winter break is right around the corner. Here is some dates you need to keep in mind.
🤼♂️The Pendragon Wrestling team travels to Winside tonight for a Quad beginning at 5:30. You must be on the list to enter and masks are required for everyone. You can watch from home from Winside's Striv page.
https://striv.tv/channel/winside/
Good Luck!!!!!
The Jr. Class donut delivery will be Saturday 12/19 from 9-10:30am. Come to Door 4 or 6 to get your order. Masks required please.
The GBB games Saturday in Stanton have been moved up to a 1:30pm start time. The boys will not play. The girls C-Team plays at 1:30, then JV girls, then Varsity. Please see Stantons Covid protocols below. You can stream the game at www.NFHSnetwork.com
Pender Public Schools presents Sounds of the Season
The Boys BB games on Saturday, December 19th have been postponed. The girl games will still be played, the schedule of games should stay the same. When Stanton send information, Mr. Ferg will send out an updated schedule.
Girls and Boys BB teams will play C team games on Monday, Dec 21st vs Wisner-Pilger in Pender. Games start at 6:00pm for the girls, followed by the boys. Household family member and grandparents on the list only.
Tonight’s girls BB game vs H/LHF can be heard on 107.9 The Bull! Game will start at approximately 6:00pm.
Just a quick reminder of who can attend indoor events: Household family members and Grandparents of kids participating may attend if they are on the list at he gate. The household family members of the boys team cannot attend tonights game because they are not participants.
Austin Roth will be on the mic for tonights Girl JV and Varsity games vs H/LHF. JV girls start at 4:30, Varsity to follow.
Only household family members on the list and grandparents on the list are allowed to attend.
https://striv.tv/channel/pender/
The boys JV AND Varsity BB games for tonight have been POSTPONED to a later date due to Covid-19 issues on our boys team. Date and time for the rescheduled game is TBD.
We will still play JV girls at 4:30, followed by girls varsity.
The NSAA has released new fan attendance guidelines in response to the governors latest DHM. Please see the attached memo from NSAA Executive Director, Jay Bellar. These are NOT PPS rules, these are rules that PPS are required to enforce.
B-R has updated their COVID attendance policy slightly for tonight's
JHBBB games @ B-R. Attendance remains @ "4" per player per household. Grandparents may attend but they will count towards the "4" passes. Masks are still required & families must maintain 6 feet of social distance between each other. Ticket-takers will mark off fans next to players' names as they enter the building & again only "4" are allowed. Temperatures will also be taken at the gate
Me Ferg has been in contact with Bancroft about the jhbbb this evening and they are still not sure who they will allow into the game tonight. They are waiting on a message from the NSAA in regards to the Governors DHM. More info to come later this afternoon.
The Elementary eNews for this week is available at the following link: https://5il.co/nvku. Have a great week everyone!
Reminder of when we will be recording for the elementary program this week.
PPS's weekly COVID update is linked below. Keep up the good work Pendragons! Things are headed in the right direction!
https://bit.ly/3803Jqk
Your Lady Pendragons Basketball team defeats the O-C Knights 51-44!
The JV Boys game vs O-C will start 10 minutes earlier, starting at 5:35.
If you would like to purchase Flames Clothing, please reach out to a Flames dancer!
Hoodies $30
Baseball Tee $20
Wrestling tonight in Scribner will begin at 6:30. Please see the attached Covid guidelines. Good luck wrestlers!
The Lady Pendragons overcome at 40-24 deficit to defeat Norfolk LHNE 48-43! Congrats ladies!
Having trouble keeping track of all the Covid protocols for away games? Check the District Calendar for the most up to date information for each event from Mr. Ferg, Pender's athletic director. https://www.penderschools.org/district-calendar--82
G/BBB Information for today's game @ LHNE
Spectators at activities will be limited to only immediate family members living
within the same household of the student(s) participating in an activity with a
maximum number of 4 household members per student participant.
Households must sit together and maintain 6 feet of separation between
household groups.
Masks are required
Concessions will not be available
By following these guidelines, we will keep our capacity within the required 25%
per the governor’s DHM
Visiting spectators will follow the same guidelines.
Student sections are not allowed
Fans are not allowed on the court and must exit immediately at the conclusion of
the activity
No outside food may be brought in
5:15 Girls Varsity in Main Gym
5:15 Boys JV in Back Gym
7:00 ish Boys Varsity in Main Gym
7:00 ish Girls JV in Back Gym
Congratulations to your C2-2 District Runners-Up! Pender One Act - US A Teen History. Your outstanding actors were: Zachery Randall, Emma Krusemark, Avery Wegner, Isaac Butts, Alyssa Geisert, Carson Miller, Lucas Timm, Camryn Miller, Anna Krusemark, Reanna Hallstrom, Roxy Ekberg, Isabelle Felber, Levi McKay, and Alexis Bodlak
Congrats to our next 3 Husker Book Winners! Your $25 check will be mailed to you shortly!!!! Thank you for supporting the Flames Dance Team!
Elizabeth Dutcher
Cody Volk
Melissa Anderson
🤼♂️ Wrestling on Friday night is in Scribner starting at 6:30. Two household family members per wrestler. Please see the district calendar for more specific information.
🤼♂️ Wrestling Saturday in Stanton begins at 9:30 am. Only two household family members per wrestler are allowed in. See the district calendar for more specific information!
Tonight’s G/BBB games vs Winnebago start at 4:30 in the new gym with JV girls (2 quarters) , then JV Boys (2 quarters), varsity girls, varsity boys. Austin Roth will be announcing the varsity games on Striv. JV games will be streamed as well.
https://striv.tv/channel/pender/
The JHBBB game vs Oakland will be on Striv starting at 4:00 this afternoon!
https://striv.tv/channel/pender/
Winnebago game schedule Tuesday has changed slightly. JV girls will still start at 4:30 in new gym, but will only be 2 quarters. JV boys will follow in the new gym, 2 quarters as well. Varsity girls then boys.
O-C has agreed to play a C team game before the B team and the A team JH boys basketball games today. C team begins at 4:00, followed by B team, then A.
Information for the C team game today @ West Point:
6:30 pm and 7:45 Monday Dec, 7th. Games will be in the HS Gym.
-Masks required
-Only players in the game are able to complete without masks
-No concession will be provided
-Separate entrances for Home and away fans-Pender fans enter through the main door to the gym. North east corner of facility
Congratulations to the following Pender volleyball players for being selected to the Lincoln Journal Star All State Honorable Mention team:
Zoey Lehmkuhl, Olyvia Nelson, Caitlyn Heise, Ashley Ostrand
Congratulations to the following wrestlers for placing at the Creighton Invite today:
Marcus- 5th
Layne- 2nd
Zach- 5th
Brian- 6th
Chase- 6th
Alex- 5th
Mathew- 4th
Nice job, men!
The Elementary eNews for next week is available at the following link: https://5il.co/nm9r. Have a nice weekend Pendragons!
The final in Tekamah tonight was the Pender boys 50 and TH 63.
At the end of the third quarter it’s TH 38 - Pender 30.
At half time of the boys game it is TH 28 - Pender 14.
After one quarter of play for the boys it’s TH 15 - Pender 4.
Your Lady Pendragons move to 2-0 with a 68-26 win over Tekamah-Herman.
After 3 quarters of play the Lady Pendragons lead 61 - 22.
Your Lady Pendragons are leading the Tigers 41-16 at half. Go Big Red!
After one quarter the Pendragons lead 15-9.
The JV boys beat Tekamah-Herman 31-24 and the JV girls lost a heart breaker 12-14. Varsity action will start in about 20 minutes!
The Pender One Act Team placed 2nd today at the C2-2 District competition! Congratulations on a fantastic finish to your season!
TC Thunder Bowling apparel is now available. Please have your order form and money to Matt or Kim Kai (Bancroft AD and assistant AD) by Friday December 11th.
PPS's weekly COVID update is linked below. We are trending in the right direction! Keep up the good work Pendragons!
https://bit.ly/2VBk0fC
If you are unable to attend the Wrestling Tournament in Crieghton Saturday, you can watch by clicking this link.
https://www.youtube.com/c/CHSBroadcasting/live2
It’s time for district One-Act! Break a Leg Pendragons!
Pender's District OneAct Performance will take place at 12:00 pm today. If you are unable to attend, follow the link below. Break a leg!!!!!!
https://striv.tv/channel/pender/
Attached you will find the wrestling program for tonight’s dual vs Wakefield.
Attached is the roster for the basketball games tonight.
Our Striv crew will be streaming JV Boys BB starting at 4:00. They will stream all basketball games and will also stream the Wrestling dual, which begins at 7:00pm. Also, Austin Roth will be on the mic for the BB games!
https://striv.tv/channel/pender/
GAME DAY!!! Pender hosts Wakefield in wrestling & basketball. The varsity basketball games will be broadcasted on KTCH 104.9.
JV boys-4:00
JV girls-5:15ish
Var girls-6:30 ish
Var Boys-8: 00 ish
Wrestling Dual @7:00 pm. Use door 12.
Household family list only for both events.
Wrestling in Creighton on Saturday is limited to 2 household family members per wrestler , names come from our list of household family members we provided to them. Masks are required. Wrestling begins at 9:30!
Winter Activity Protocol for activities at Pender High School. Please read the attached memo. Protocols for away contests/locations will be different and that information will be shared as we receive it.
https://bit.ly/39BYnnu
Just a reminder that there will be no school this Friday, December 4th for all students.
Please read the following information about Friday’s Basketball games in Tekamah. Contact Mr. Ferg if you have any questions.
The One Act performance Striv had technical difficulties tonight. We apologize for not being able to stream our performance. We will broadcast our district performance on Friday. Sorry!
The Governor has extended the DHM until December 31st, which limits attendance to indoor activities to Household members only. We will check off names at the door for all home activities for household members. Please contact a school administrator if you have questions.
Kiddragon Wrestling sign up tonight, Monday, November 30 in Pender School Cafeteria at 6:30 p.m. Wrestling practice will start Thursday, December 3.
Tonight's the night! Catch Pender's one act play US A TEEN HISTORY at 7pm on Striv!
https://striv.tv/channel/pender/
Pender Wrestling store closes tonight at 11:59 pm. Last chance to acquire this fantastic gear to support the wrestling team.
https://pender-hs-wrestling-2020.itemorder.com/sale?fbclid=IwAR1ioJfFe79H-20-QFebTY0rhEmov26Dcu0Ohe3Kwkkyymhhz1oOVr5X8Mc
Another round of congratulations to the following girls for the following honors:
Norfolk Daily News Class C Elite
Third team - Ashley Ostrand
Honorable Mention - Zoey Lehmkuhl, Olyvia Nelson
Congratulations to Ashley Ostrand, Zoey Lehmkuhl, Olyvia Nelson, Caitlyn Heise for being selected as Omaha World Herald All State Honorable Mention volleyball team!
Don't forget to catch this year's one act play US A TEEN HISTORY on Striv this Monday the 30th at 7pm!
https://striv.tv/channel/pender/
Turkey does not want to be Thanksgiving dinner so the kindergarteners came to the rescue and gave him a perfect disguise. We don’t see any turkeys here. 🙂
Just a reminder that Wednesday, November 25th will be a 1:00 p.m. dismissal for all students. There will be no afternoon preschool.
The December/January Newsletter is now available.
https://5il.co/ncb3
Pender Wrestling Store is open for 5 more days. Check out the new items and gear.
https://pender-hs-wrestling-2020.itemorder.com/sale
Can you think outside the box? The kindergarteners can! This is not an umbrella. It is a person with a heart nose and a lot of teeth. It is a cat. It is a hook. It is chicken.
Check out the Pender One Act team’s write up in the Pender Times!
Keep up the hard work! And break a leg at Districts!
Here in time for Winter Break! PHS Junior Class is selling Krispy Kreme donuts to raise money for PROM! Pick up will be Sat. 12/19 at the school! $12/dozen. Please contact Tara Miller or Tab Albus at school to find a Jr. or to order!
Stay safe this holiday season!
Reminder: today’s junior high Boys BB game is in Scribner vs LVSS. Each player was given two tickets to give to household family members. You must have a ticket to pay admission. Game starts at 4:00 and masks are required.
The "Weekly COVID Update" for PPS is linked below.
https://bit.ly/333lzqI
The One Act festival Saturday morning will be open to household family members only on the team performance . Each team that performs will be asked to leave when they finish, and the bleachers will be cleared out after each performance.
For those of you following the band and vocal concert, here’s the program!
The junior high and high school concert will start at 7:00pm tonight. Only Household family members may attend. If extended family would like to watch, we will stream the concert on Striv.
https://striv.tv/channel/pender/
Reminder: The JH boys BB game Saturday is at the community center vs Stanton. Tip off is 10:00 am and only household family members on the list will be admitted.
Reminder: Attendance to the concert on Thursday will be for household family members only. Masks are required in the building. Approximate times are below.
7:00-7:15 Junior High Band
7:20-7:45 High School Band
7:50-8:05 Junior hIgh Choir
8:10-High School Choir
The JH Boys BB game scheduled for Monday, Nov 23rd in Scribner, will start at 4:00. Each player will get two tickets, and two tickets only. Scribner's gym is small and capacity only allows two tickets per player. Tickets should come home later this week.
Sorry for the late reminder but Leigh is NOT allowing anyone to watch the conference One Act competition this afternoon.
Reminder of the current Directed Health Measure form Governor Ricketts: Attendace to indoor activities are limited to household participants only up to 25% of rated occupancy.
Only those who live with the participant may attend and family units must stay 6ft apart.
The high school and junior high Concert scheduled for Thursday, Nov 19th will be for household family member only. Approximate times of performances will be posted, so please only attend when your child performs.
Good luck to our One Act team as they perform at the EHC competition today at 4:30 in Leigh. Break a leg!!!
Picture retake order forms are due back to the office first thing tomorrow morning, Tuesday, November 17th.
Good luck to the junior high boys as they kick off their season @ West Point at 4:00pm. Remember, only household family members on the list will be admitted. Good luck boys!
Pender Wrestling store is up and running! Some new additions for the 50th year of Pender Wrestling including bucket/boonie hats and blankets as well as our women's selections. Thank you for supporting PHS Wrestling!
https://pender-hs-wrestling-2020.itemorder.com/sale
The Elementary eNews is available at the following link: https://5il.co/n2k6. Everyone have an awesome weekend! Stay safe!
PRESCHOOL PARENTS: Great news! Someone has come forward this afternoon to sub, so we are able to remain open! We apologize for the confusion/inconvenience. We were just trying to get information to you sooner rather than later. That said, we are grateful to be able to change plans and remain open! Thank you for your continued support as we navigate the difficult challenges we are facing due to COVID-19.
The weekly Covid-19 update (November 13, 2020) for Pender Public Schools is linked below. These updates will be made available to families on a weekly basis. If you have any questions or concerns please feel free to contact the school. Thank you! https://bit.ly/38FXhqt
Congratulations to the following East Husker Conference All-Conference Volleyball selections!
Ashley Ostrand -Second Team All Conference
Zoey Lehmkuhl-Third Team All Conference
Olivia Nelson-Honorable Mention
PRESCHOOL PARENTS: PPS preschool will be closed Monday, November 16th through Wednesday, November 25th. We will reopen on Monday, November 30th. The closure is due to a staff member testing positive for COVID and the limited availability of substitutes. Please know there was no unmasked contact with students so exposure risk is low. We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience this may cause. Please contact the school if you have any questions.
Our need for subs is HIGH! Please consider this program and your ability to become a sub for PPS! Contact WSC or one of the PPS administrators if you have questions! We appreciate your consideration!
Attendance to the JH boys BB game in West Point on Monday will be limited to household family members only. This is following the Governor's directed health measure released earlier this week. Contact Mr. Ferg if you have questions.
The JH boys BB game vs LVSS has been rescheduled for Monday, November 23rd at 4:00 in Scribner.
eSports takes on Amherst in Round two of the state tournament today at 4:15. Twitch.tv/penderesports Good luck!!
The JH boys BB game vs BRLD scheduled for November 19th has been moved to Monday, December 14th at 6:30 @ Bancroft.
Congratulations to our Pender football players chosen to the All-District team!
PPS is pleased to share our Virtual Veterans Day Celebration honoring those who have served. You can access our tribute at the following link: https://bit.ly/PPSVeterans. Please accept this tribute as a sincere thank you for your service. 🇺🇸
Pender Public Schools will begin tomorrow, Wednesday, November 11 at 10 am. School will be dismissed at the normal time rather than 2:30. There will be no am preschool, but there will be afternoon preschool.
Pender Public Schools is closed today, Tuesday, November 10 due to the weather conditions and the lack of staff members.
There is No school Tuesday November 10! We are having technical difficulties getting the message out. Please stay home and safe!
Pender Public Schools will begin at 10 am today, Tuesday, November 10. This is due to the power outage caused by the ice overnight.
The PPS Veterans Day Virtual Program will be available for viewing on Wednesday, November 11th at approximately 3:00 p.m. Watch PPS social media for a link to view. Contact the school if you have any questions.
The JH boys BB game scheduled for Thursday vs LVSS has been postponed. Make up date is TBD.
Congrats to Melissa Hansen our $25 Husker Book winner! Thank you for supporting the Flames! A dancer will be in contact with you soon!
The Elementary eNews for this week can be found at the following link: https://5il.co/muvs. Have a GREAT week everyone!
The weekly Covid-19 update (November 6, 2020) for Pender Public Schools is linked below. These updates will be made available to families on a weekly basis. If you have any questions or concerns please feel free to contact the school. Thank you! https://bit.ly/3556vuh
The last day to order basketball clothing is Sunday. Visit the online store.
https://penderbb.itemorder.com/sale
Congratulations to the Pender eSports team on their win over Scribner-Snyder! Pender advances to round two of the Nebraska fall state tournament! We will face Amherst next week, day and time TBD. In case you missed it, the match is here: https://www.twitch.tv/videos/793112387
The first round of the Nebraska state eSports tournament happens today at 4:15! Pender takes on Scribner-Snyder in Overwatch. Check it out at twitch.tv/penderesports!
Extended deadline til tomorrow because of no school yesterday.
Just a friendly reminder there is no school tomorrow, Wednesday, November 4th. Teachers will still report for duties.
Today is the last day of the online book fair!! Link: https://www.scholastic.com/bf/penderpublicschool2
Parents: If your child is in an e-learning situation they need to be checking their school email and Canvas messages multiple times a day! Teachers send Zoom links and instructions. Your child is expected to participate. Thank you!
Just a reminder that picture retakes are tomorrow, Monday, November 2nd, beginning at 8:00 a.m. if you would like your child to have retakes, please call the school office by 8:00 a.m.
Congratulations to Carson Miller, Lillie Timm, Dawson Anderson & Paige Schuster for being selected to Lincoln journal Star AND the Omaha World Herald Class B softball All State Honorable Mention!
Carson was a four time selection.
The clothing store for Pender Boys & Girls Basketball is open online. The last day to order is Sunday, November 8th.
https://penderbb.itemorder.com/sale
Pender eSports is playing in the NSESA's Spooktacular Tournament this morning. First match is Overwatch versus Grand Island Northwest. The tournament will be streamed live at twitch.tv/penderesports
The first "Weekly COVID Update" for PPS is linked below. These updates will be made available to families on a weekly basis on Friday's. They will be provided for as many weeks as is necessary.
https://bit.ly/3oKj4TF
The latest version of the Elementary eNews is available at the following link: https://5il.co/mnrc. Have a safe and happy Halloween weekend!
PPS will not have school on Wednesday, November 4 and Friday, December 4. Teachers will report for duty on these days. See the attached letter or the PPS website for more details.
We have some exciting news to share!
Who says you can’t actively participate in class while in quarantine??? Nice job Mrs. Flores and Spanish 2!!!
Congratulations to seniors Zoey L & Ashley O on finishing a fantastic Volleyball career! We can’t wait to see what comes next for you!
Pender girls VB team finishes the year at 17-14. Great season ladies!
BRLD wins 19-17.
Tied at 17!
Tied at 12 in the 5th set.
BRLD leads 11-5 in set 5.
BRLD takes an early 7-4 lead in the 5th set
Pender wins set 4, 27-25 to force a 5th set!!!!!!
Pender-23
BRLD-22
4th set
PHS leads 20-17 in the 4th set.
BRLD storms back to take a 12-11 lead mid 4th set.
Lender takes a 6-3 lead in the 4th set.
BRLD takes a 2-1 set lead. Need this set. Let’s go girls!
JV esports versus Thayer Central starting now. Varsity starts at 4:30! www.twitch.tv/penderesports
Congratulations to the following softball players for being chosen to the EHC All Conference team!
1st Team-Lillie and Dawson
2nd Team-Carson and Paige
Full list is attached
REMINDER!!! The book fair is still live!!
Link:
https://www.scholastic.com/bf/penderpublicschool2
The new diary of a Wimpy Kid book came out today. Get your copy from the fair!!
Good luck to our VB team as they battle BRLD at 7:00pm tonight in the sub district final. Catch the game on BRLD’s Striv if you can’t make it.
https://striv.tv/channel/brld/
Pender Volleyball advances to the sub district championship game with a 3-1 victory over Wakefield! They will now play BRLD Tuesday night at 7:00 in Bancroft.
Attached are a couple reminders for tonight’s Sub district VB game at Bancroft. Also, NO passes (EHC, Pender passes) will be accepted due to this being a NSAA event.
This weeks Elementary eNews is available at the following link: https://5il.co/mgl4. Hope you had an awesome weekend!
Reminder Calendar Change: Monday, October 26 is a 2:30 pm dismissal for K-12th. Preschool will dismiss at 3:30 pm but will follow a normal Wednesday dismissal procedure for children who ride the bus. Wednesday, October 28 is now be a normal dismissal day for preschool - 12th grade.
Alexis Bodlak completes a successful season at the state cross-country meet in Kearney today. Running one of her fastest times on a tough course. And seeing some familiar faces along the way! Congratulations, Alexis!
Please read the attached document for the guidelines for attending the Sub-district Volleyball game Monday, October 26th @Bancroft High School. Pender plays Wakefield at 7:30 pm in session 2.
Good Luck today at the State Cross Country meet in Kearney Alexis!!!!
The C2-4 Volleyball Sub District bracket has been released. Times and covid protocols will be announced at a later date. Good Luck ladies!!
The Playoff game in Osceola tonight begins at 6:00 pm. If you can’t make the trip, catch it on Striv!
https://striv.tv/channel/osceola/
The 2019-20 yearbooks are now on sale at the school. Please stop by the office to purchase one. The cost is $35.00.
The Book Fair is online!! The link is below. The site stays live until November 3rd. Please support the library to purchase new materials!
https://www.scholastic.com/bf/penderpublicschool2
Red Ribbon Week takes place each year from October 23rd - October 31st. Join us in our mission to help keep kids drug-free. Dress up your student each day next week to support being drug free.
If you planned on attending the State XC send off for Alexis and the Playoff football send off, please be outside door 6, the door that exits the building south to the playground. There will be more room to spread out on the playground. See you at 1:00pm!
We are doing a send off Thursday at 1:00pm for Alexis qualifying for State Cross Country in Kearney and the football team qualifying for the D-2 Playoffs in Osceola. If you are a parent and are planning on attending, please stay outside the building by door #1 and wear a mask!
Pender and BRLD are tied at two set a piece, starting the 5th set now. Watch on BRLD’s striv
https://striv.tv/channel/brld/
Tomorrow, Wednesday, October 21st there is no school for preschool. Kindergarten - 12th will dismiss at 2:30 pm with Parent-Teacher Conferences beginning at 3 pm. Elementary conferences are scheduled using SignUp Genius and can be done in person or via zoom. High School conferences will proceed as usual. If you are not comfortable with an in person conference please contact the teacher. Friday, October 23rd is a no school day.
Pender eSports takes on Silver Lake live right now! Check out the match online at twitch.tv/penderesports
For information on how to watch an Overwatch match, check out this video by our team captain, Isaac Butts: https://youtu.be/Cu2h8xrtLF0
Great job, Isaac!
Picture orders are due Thursday, October 22nd. Picture retakes are November 2nd. Please call the school if you would like your child to have retakes.
Huge shout out to Evan English for being selected as a member of the 2020 NMEA All-State Choir!!! It’s a great day to be a singing dragon🎶
Congratulation to Evan English, Alyssa Geisert, and Chase Hofmeister for making the auditioned EHC honor choir!!!
This message is to make you aware that a junior high aged student at Pender Public Schools tested positive for COVID-19. This is the first student or staff member that has tested positive during the 2020-2021 school year. Communication is an important tool to keep everyone as safe as possible, which is why this message is being sent. Confidentiality laws prohibit the school from disclosing information regarding the identity of the student.
Due to the safety precautions in place at PPS, very few, if any, students will be classified as “close contacts.” District personnel are, however, working to determine if there are any close contacts who would need to subsequently quarantine. Parents of students deemed to be close contacts will be notified as soon as possible. Like was already stated, it is anticipated that very few, if any, students will be identified as a close contact.
It is important to know that safety precautions are in place at the school to keep everyone in the building as safe as possible. The safety precautions have been in place since the start of the school year, and they will continue to be in place until it is safe for them to no longer be implemented. Other than being aware of the situation and being diligent with the safety measures in place at the school, there are no actions required of students and parents. This message is for communication purposes and is aimed at helping keep everyone as safe as possible moving forward.
Thank you for your understanding and have a great day!
If you are traveling to Bancroft for VB Tuesday, they have some pretty strict Covid restrictions, so please read carefully:
-All players get two tickets, you must have a ticket to attend.
-All fans will have their temperature taken at the door.
-No concessions
-Masks required
Football Playoff Shirt orders have arrived and can be picked up tomorrow at the school. Thank you to everyone who ordered!!!
Kickoff at Osceola on Thursday for the first round of of the D-2 playoffs will be at 6:00 pm.
Your Lady Pendragons - 3rd Place EHC
Your Lady Pendragons are the 3rd place finishers in the East Husker Conference Tournament! The defeat NBC 2-0. Congratulations girls!
NBC takes a timeout! Pender is up 19-15 in the second set!!
In set 2 it’s Pender 14 - NBC 14. Go Big Red!!
The Pendragons take set 1 from NBC 25-23! They aren’t done fighting! Let’s go ladies!!
Midway through the first set it’s all tied up 13-13! Go Pendragons!
The Lady Pendragons drop a heartbreaker 23-25 in the third to lose the semi-final match to WPB. They will now play North Bend Central for 3rd place.
In the third we have a good one - WPB leads Pender 20-18! Keep fighting girls!
The Lady Pendragons take set two 25-15. It’s all tied up in this East Husker Conference semi-final match!
In the second semi-final match of the day West Point-Beemer goes out to an early lead 25-22 over your Lady Pendragons. Go Big Red!
Last chance to sign up for a flag! The sale will close tomorrow, October 18th! Click on the link below so you don’t miss out!
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdzLui0yu8_oiJ0OlpJnqber6I3mjqlq5gCrDk9s3R0m0pFcA/viewform
Pender will travel to Osceola Thursday, Oct 22nd for the first round of the D-2 playoffs!! Start time will be released in the coming days.
If you’re traveling to Stanton for volleyball 🏐 today, please remember your ticket and mask. You must show your ticket when you pay. Also, fans will not be permitted to enter until the gyms are clear and they have been sanitized. Good Luck Ladies!
This weeks copy of the Elementary eNews is available at the following link: https://5il.co/m7rx. Have a nice weekend everyone! Go Big Red!
If any community members would like a ticket for Saturday’s EHC tournament in Stanton, please contact Mr. Ferg ASAP. The tickets must be presented when you pay. Masks are required. I only have 16 tickets left!!!!
anferg1@penderschools.org
The PHS Agribusiness class project of making pallet-wood pumpkin decorations & tin-can jack-o-lanterns raised $500 for the Pender Ministerial Food Pantry. Another example of how we have good kids with big hearts!!!
Stanton will require face masks and tickets to enter for the EHC tournament Saturday. Second session fans will not be admitted until they have completed our sanitation procedures. There are limited tickets available.
EHC volleyball: Your #8 Pendragons defeat #9 Humphrey-LHF 2-1 and Sweep #1 seed Clarkson-Leigh 2-0! Congratulations girls!!! Tournament continues Saturday in Stanton!
Our lone senior, Nathan Breitbarth, ends his successful cross-country career today at the district meet in Pender. Congrats on many medals won throughout and good luck with the rest of your senior year!
Alexis Bodlak places 7th at districts, punching her ticket to State Cross-Country! Congratulations, Alexis!
The Pender One Act team is in search of the following for their show US - A Teen History. If you are willing to donate or loan out any of the following costumes/props please call the school and ask to speak to Emily Cameron. Thanks!!!
Thank you Scott for your hard work, you will be missed! Best of luck at your new job!
Secondary PT Conferences 10/21/20: 3-9PM Parents/Guardians Only! Masks required in the building; Uncomfortable coming or can't come in? Reach out to teacher via email/call. Many teachers have emailed parents, Please check. Check your child's grades on PowerSchool!
Picture proofs are coming home with students today. Orders are due by 10/23/2020. If you want picture retakes, please contact the office.
Football playoff shirt store will close at 10 am today.
https://nebraskascreenprinting.com/product-category/team-apparel/pender-state-football/
The JV football game scheduled for Monday, October 19th, has been cancelled due to both varsity teams making the playoffs on Thursday Oct 22nd. The JH game will still be played at 4:30 in Pender.
Best of luck to our VB team today as they travel to Clarkson for the first round of the EHC tournament!! Game starts @ 6:00 vs
H/LHF.
Masks are required for everyone who enters.
Pender hosts the D-2 District Cross Country meet today!
Girls race-4:30 🏃♀️
Boys race-5:15 🏃♂️
Please wear a mask when you can’t social distance from others. Please park north of the clubhouse in the grass field.
Best of luck to our kids today!
If you are traveling to Clarkson for the first round of the EHC Thursday, please be aware of some of their protocols:
-Masks are required to enter
-Concessions won’t be available
-No passes required
-Sit on the Home side
-EHC passes do not work for the tournament
Next Tuesday, the Pender volleyball team will be playing in Bancroft. This is BRLD’s Pink Out game. Order forms and money for Pink Out shirts are due this Friday, October 16th, at noon. Call the school if you have any questions.
One more day to get orders in for State Playoff shirts. Closes 10 am on Thursday the 15th.
https://nebraskascreenprinting.com/product-category/team-apparel/pender-state-football/
Below is the link to order Pender Football Playoff t-shirts. The store will close Thursday Oct 15th at 10 am.
https://nebraskascreenprinting.com/product-category/team-apparel/pender-state-football/
Clarkson has a few important announcements for the East Husker Conference volleyball on Thursday.
1. Masks are required by all who attend.
2. You will NOT need a pass to attend a game at Clarkson.
Need Christmas gift ideas? Only one week left on this Pendragon Flag sale! Orders due October 18th! Click on the link to sign up!
https://forms.gle/P3yKvkebkBDMD4ka6
Last chance to order! The online store closes at midnight! Proceeds go to the Track & Field team.
https://dakotasportsonline.chipply.com/Penderchairs/
Happy Friday Pendragons! This weeks Elementary eNews is available at the following link: https://5il.co/lysx. Have a fantastic weekend and Go Big Red!!
Congrats to these senior Girls Golfers who finished their careers this week. Bailey K, Mercede R, and Samaria L. Best of luck to you as you continue your Senior year!!!
Attached is the schedule for the JH/C team volleyball tournament Saturday in Oakland.
Congratulations to our two EHC CC medalists! Alexis Bodlak placed 7th and Nathan Breitbarth 10th. Keep it rolling into districts next week!
The VB game tonight vs O-C will be streamed on Pender’s Striv channel.
https://striv.tv/channel/pender/
Pender Esports playing Overwatch vs. Scribner-Snyder - starting soon. Twitch.tv/penderesports Check us out!
The Pender Volleyball team would like to invite you to their last home game of the season!! For this last home game, we are honoring those that have battled cancer! Please come and support your Lady Pendragons! C team begins at 5:30, JV and Varsity to follow.
Pender Fans! Only a few days left on this sale! Store closes on October 11th. Click on the link below!
https://dakotasportsonline.chipply.com/Penderchairs/
Best of luck to our Cross Country team as they travel to Madison for the East Husker Conference meet!
Congratulations to these "Viper" Seniors on a 22-6 Season and a fantastic HS softball career. Skylar P (Pender) Carson M (Pender) Maci S (W-P) Dawson A (Pender) Mesa K (Pender) Maria R (B-R) Best of luck as you move forward ladies!
Secondary P-T Conferences will be held on Wednesday, October 21st from 3:00-9:00 p.m. Only parents/guardians will be allowed to conference with the teacher. Masks will be required and social distancing will be maintained. If you would prefer to email the teacher regarding your child, email addresses can be found on the Pender Public Schools website. Zoom options are also available by contacting the teacher. If you have any questions, please contact the district office.
NEN falls to Crete in the subdistrict final. There is still an outside shot at a wildcard to a district final series. Season ends at 22-6 if it ends today. Nice job ladies!
Your Vipers defeat Wayne 10-2 in an elimination game at Subdistrict Softball! They will now play Crete at 2:00!
Transportation Director - Pender Public Schools
The Pender Public School District is seeking applications for the position of Transportation Director. This 12-month position offers competitive pay and benefits including health/dental insurance, retirement plan, paid holidays, and paid leave. Along with coordinating transportation needs for the District, this position is also assigned some maintenance and custodial tasks.
Interested candidates should complete an application and submit it to the District Office at Door #4. The application can be accessed on the District’s website, picked up in person at the school, or electronically if requested. To access it on the District’s website, go to www.penderschools.org, click on "School Forms" under the “Documents” button and select “Application for Employment”. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.d
The Vipers go 1 & 1 today in sub district Softball. Dropping game 1 to Crete and bouncing back to beat Schuyler. They will play in an elimination game against Wayne tomorrow at noon!
The EHC volleyball tournament bracket has been released. It looks like Pender plays
H/LHF in Clarkson at 6:00 pm on Thursday Oct 15th. The bracket is attached. Stay tuned for specific Covid related restrictions .
The East Husker Conference Honor Choir Clinic and Concert scheduled for Monday, November 9 has been postponed to a date to be determined. Students selected through the audition process will be recognized and awarded their EHC Honor Choir Certificate as planned.
Best of luck today to our girls golf team and our softball team as they compete in District competition! Golf begins at 9am at FairPlay in Norfolk. Softball begins at 2:00 pm in Wayne vs Crete. GOOD LUCK LADIES!!!
We couldn’t find a junior high football team to fill in for Homer, so there will not be a junior high football game today.
Picture day is here! Elementary picture day - Monday, October 5th. JH & HS picture day - Tuesday, October 6th. High school students that will be gone on Tuesday, October 6th for FFA will have pictures taken on Monday, October 5th.
Congratulations to Zoey Lehmkuhl on career assist #1000!!! Pender Volleyball picks up another win against Cross Country this morning!
It’s a final, Pender 67 Walthill 16; Congratulations Pendragons!!!
Happy Friday Pendragons! Next weeks Elementary eNews is available at the following link: https://5il.co/lqsw. Have a great day and an awesome weekend!!
The B-6 Softball District bracket has been released. NEN will play Crete Monday, October 5th @2:00 pm in Wayne. See attached bracket
The Football game today at Walthill is a 3:00 pm kickoff. They do not have lights on their field. Please see the attached Covid restrictions.
If you are traveling to Clarkson Saturday for the VB tournament, please be aware of the following restrictions:
-Must have a ticket to enter-each player gets two
-No concessions available
-No roasters/crockpots
-Masks required
-Conference passes not accepted
Pendragon Volleyball picks up wins over Neligh-Oakdale and Tri Co. NE tonight! Next action is Saturday morning in Clarkson!
Senior Mesa Kelly’s defense helps your NEN Vipers defeat NBC 9-1 tonight!!! Next action is Saturday morning in West Point.
Great day for a CC meet in Stanton today. Lots of PRs and some medalists! Alexis Bodlak 6th, Nathan Breitbarth 11th. Jr. High: Jaxen Breitbarth 10th, Dylan Mahaney 16th.
You can listen to the NEN Vipers softball team vs North Bend on 107.9 The Bull right now!
Pender eSports going live versus Kearney Catholic! Check us out! twitch.tv/penderesports
There is a calendar change for October. Monday, October 26th will be a 2:30 pm dismissal for K-12th. Preschool will dismiss at 3:30 pm but will follow a normal Wednesday dismissal procedure for children who ride the bus. Wednesday, October 28th will be a 3:30 pm dismissal for preschool – 12th grade.
Pender Fans. Only 10 days left on this sale! Proceeds go to the Track & Field team. The online store closes Oct. 11th! Click on the link below to get started.
https://dakotasportsonline.chipply.com/Penderchairs/
Neligh-Oakdale will Striv the game tonight.
https://striv.tv/channel/neligh-oakdale/
Just a reminder: if you are traveling to Bancroft for the JH volleyball game this afternoon, each player will get two passes. Present your pass upon arrival. Also, Bancroft requires a mask for those attending the game.
If you are traveling to Neligh tonight for VB, please see the attached memo with Covid restrictions. They ask that you wear masks, sit in family groups, and NO OUTSIDE STUDENTS ALLOWED.
Pender plays TCNE at 6:30 and Neligh at 7:30.
Clarkson has released new brackets for the VB tournament Saturday morning. Pender now plays at 9:00 am vs Clarkson-Leigh. See attached bracket. Sorry for the confusion.
Attached you will find the schedule for the NEN Viper Double Dual on Saturday in West Point.
Last Friday the band shared their talents and entertained residents of Prairie Breeze from the parking lot. It’s a great day to be a musical dragon🎶
Please see the bracket attached for the VB tournament in Clarkson Saturday.
Pender Pendragon Flags are up for sale! Courtesy of Pender Track & Field. Flags are 3’ x 5’ double sided, fade resistant polyester with grommets. Click on the link below to sign up and for more details.
https://forms.gle/P3yKvkebkBDMD4ka6
Homer has just canceled the JH football game scheduled for Monday, October 5th. We will try to find a makeup game if possible.
Your Pendragon VB team takes down Humphrey LHF in 4 sets tonight! Next action is Thursday in Neligh!
The Vipers escape with a win tonight vs Ponca 4-3. They play again on Thursday in North Bend.
Reminder about tonight’s VB game in Humphrey: we are limited to two passes per player. You will pay once you get there. Conference passes are accepted and masks are required.
Attached are the Walthill Covid restrictions. Masks are required by all. There is limited bleacher space, so bring a chair. Please read if you are attending the game Friday.
Your Lady Pendragons defeat the Winside Wildcats tonight 3-1. Great game girls!
The October/November 20-21 newsletter is now available.
https://5il.co/ljio
Winside has a few Covid restrictions for tonight’s VB game:
Masks will be worn in the bleachers and at the concession stand & restroom. C team begins at 5:30, then JV and Varsity.
Changes to the PPS Return to School Plan
* A face shield is no longer an acceptable facial covering. Face shields will be used in certain scenarios but use is to be limited as much as possible.
* Students deemed to be a close contact of a person who has COVID-19 due to participation in an activity on an outdoor field or in a gymnasium are allowed to self monitor rather than quarantine. (The attached document further explains this. The attached document also provides a diagram of how close contacts will be handled in the classroom setting.)
* Indoor events may now allow 75% of facility capacity. This is up from 50%.
* Outdoor events may now allow 100% of facility capacity. This is up from 75%.
Picture day is coming soon! The company that we use, Digital Solutions would like students and parents to know their procedures and practices for upcoming school pictures on October 5 & 6.
All staff will be wearing cloth face coverings while on site.
We are equipped with Non-Contact Infrared Thermometers and will be taking temperatures every single morning as staff arrives at the office. Any staff member showing signs and symptoms consistent with COVID-19 will be directed immediately to stay home. If signs and symptoms emerge while at work, the staff member will be immediately sent home.
We will be practicing Social Distancing to the highest extent possible. In general, while taking pictures a 6-foot distance is normal to our photography setup.
Cleaning wipes will be implemented and used on applicable equipment in the office and once stations are set up in the field prior to the first staff/student arriving and between classes/groups.
We will be carrying and using hand sanitizer frequently.
We wash hands frequently with soap and water for at least 20 seconds.
Avoiding the touching of our eyes, nose, and mouth.
We also wanted to let you know the procedure we are going to practice as the staff/students are wearing masks. We DO NOT want staff/students removing their masks and handing them to someone else to hold or placing them anywhere to sit and lay while their picture is being taken. The staff/student will remove the mask once seated and hold in their lap.
The social distancing procedures set by the school will be followed by our photographers at each station for the lining up of staff/student/class who are waiting to have their picture taken. If there are any Special or Specific Practices in place for this, please let us know prior to the first staff/student/class arriving and we will abide by them accordingly.
The volleyball games in Humphrey on Tuesday, September 28th, will be limited to two tickets per player. You must present the ticket at the gate and then pay. Conference passes are accepted.
Congratulations to your NEN Vipers, 2020 East Husker Conference Champions! 3-in-a-row!!!!
Congratulations to the girls golf team on their runner up finish today at the East Husker Conference Golf Tournament!
The JV football game scheduled for Monday, Sept 28th against Allen has been cancelled due to their low numbers.
Good luck to all our Pendragons competing today!!
In anticipation for the return of Pendragon Track & Field in Spring 2021, we are excited to offer some cool products that hopefully make your support for our athletes a little more comfortable! Click on the link below for details. Store closes Oct. 10th.
https://dakotasportsonline.chipply.com/Penderchairs/
Happy Friday! Next weeks Elementary eNews is available at the following link: https://5il.co/lhkf. Have a great weekend! Go Big Red!!
Last day to order your Flames clothing. Thank you for supporting us!
https://moveu.us/stores/pender/
The softball tournament will continue with the original schedule. Twin River just informed other schools they will not be coming.
The only changes will be:
NEN vs WPB will play in the Round 2 time slot. There won’t be a 5th place game
Here is the schedule for Saturday’s JV VB tournament on Saturday in Emerson.
The EHC softball tournament location has moved from Genoa to Wisner for Saturday Sept 26th. The schedule is currently the same, with NEN playing at 9:00 am. If something changes, it will be posted ASAP.
The JHVB tournament in West Point, scheduled for Saturday, will only allow admittance with a ticket. Each athlete will be given two tickets. You must have your ticket at the door and then pay $3adult/$2 students. Young children do not need a ticket. Masks are required for all.
It’s FRIDAY! The Pendragons host undefeated Allen at 7pm in Pender. Our awesome Striv crew will be set up and alumni Austin Roth on the mic doing play by play. Click the link below to watch!
https://striv.tv/channel/pender/
Skyler P makes some great catches in left field, but the Vipers lose a heartbreaker vs Wayne, 6-5. EHC Tourney is Sat. in Wisner.
T-shirts will be delivered to students tomorrow during school! Poms will be handed out to dancers at the game on Friday. We can't wait to dance with you! 🔥
Can you see those smiles? The Pender PTO donated 15 voice amplifiers to our staff today! The amplifiers are such an important tool when teaching in a face mask. We are so grateful to our PTO for helping us meet this need and giving our teachers one less thing to worry about. ❤️
Pender HS Band 2020!!!
Congratulations to Carson, Ashley, and Dawson for being nominated for the NSAA Believers and Achievers award. 48 statewide winners will be chosen soon!
https://nsaahome.org/2020-21-us-bank-believers-achievers-local-school-winners-announced/
The start time for Monday’s VB game at Winside has been bumped up to a 5:30pm start time to allow the C teams to play. The JV will follow, then varsity.
The JH football game vs Winnebago, scheduled for Monday, Sept 28th, has been cancelled and replaced with Allen junior high football team. Game time will still be 4:00pm start in Pender.
Pendragon volleyball team with a nice win over Stanton and goes 1-1 on the night! Way to go, Lady Pendragons! 🏐🏐
Carson M goes 5 for 5 at the plate to help the Vipers defeat Arlington 12-4 tonight! Next game is Thursday at Wayne.
Congrats class of 2021 on completing the state wide ACT and enjoy your afternoon off. Your Calculus, Physics, College Bio, and Government classes (among others) are all eager to resume tomorrow!!!
The JHVB tournament in West Point, scheduled for Saturday, will only allow admittance with a ticket. Each athlete will be given two tickets. You must have your ticket at the door and then pay $3adult/$2 students. Young children do not need a ticket. Masks are required for all.
The VB triangular in Stanton tonight begins at 5:30 vs Stanton. The complete schedule and Covid protocol is attached. Good luck ladies!
The JH football team beat Wakefield 36-20 and the JV football team beat Randolph 30-18 in Monday evening football action. Nice job, boys!
The golf tournament today will be in Beemer, NOT Oakland as previously listed
If you are traveling to Wakefield on Monday for junior high football, please follow the Covid restrictions Wakefield has in place.
Check out our Flames clothing! Comfy sweatshirt, Baseball Tee, and Leggings!
https://moveu.us/stores/pender/
Thank you for attending our Sparks & Flickers Dance Camp🎉 We had so much fun; we hope you did too! Mark your calendar for THIS FRIDAY Sept. 25th! The Sparks & Flickers will perform at half-time of the home football game! As the date gets closer more information will be sent out.
Dawson A continued her strong hitting as the Vipers Softball team added 3 more wins taking 1st @ the Wilbur tournament! Winning games 17-7, 12-1, and 8-3. Next Varsity action is Tuesday night in Arlington!
The eSports Team is ready for the Fall Tournament today. We’re participating virtually in the Grand Island NW tournament. First match starts shortly and can be watched live at https://twitch.tv/penderesports
The Elementary eNews for next week is available at the following link: https://5il.co/l770. Have a great weekend everyone! Go Big Red!!
The Pender vs Bloomfield football game will be streamed on Bloomfield’s Striv channel. Check it out if you can’t make the drive! Pender’s roster is attached!
https://striv.tv/channel/bloomfield/
If you are traveling to Bloomfield on Friday night for the football game, please follow their Covid restrictions.
Fans are required to wear a mask when entering the facility AND fans are required to wear a mask at the concession stand and in the restrooms.
The JH VB triangular scheduled for Saturday has changed to a dual vs BRLD. Pender will play BRLD in a B team game beginning at 9:00am, followed by the A team game. Winnebago had to cancel because of Covid-19 precautions. Sorry for the late change!
Paige S ends the game early with a big Home Run!!! The Vipers pick up a 15-6 win over Boone Central!
The schedule for tomorrow’s (Sept. 17th)Cross-Country Pender Invite at Twin Creeks Golf Course is as follows:
4:30pm Girls (JV & Varsity Run Together)
5:15pm Boys (JV & Varsity Run Together)
6:00pm Junior High (Girls and Boys)
You can still join us! Can’t wait to see you!
Pender eSports going live against SEM at 6:45pm! Check it out at https://www.twitch.tv/penderesports
If you are traveling to Wakefield Thursday to Volleyball, please see their covid restrictions attached below.
The junior high football game vs GACC will be played in Beemer at 4:00 today. They ask that if you attend, you wear a mask when you cannot social distance from others and while at the concession stand.
Pender has been chosen to host the D-2 district Cross Country meet on October 15th! Always great to be able to host district events in Pender!
Due to poor field conditions from the rain, West Point has cancelled their softball tournament for today.
Congratulations to your 2020 Homecoming King Lucas Timm and Homecoming Queen Dawson Anderson!! #itsagreatdaytobeapendragon
Parents/guardians may come to the gym tomorrow night for some quick photos at the HC Dance. Masks will be required in the building. "Picture time" will run from 7:30-8:00 PM. We do ask that it is parents/guardians only to reduce the amount of people. Thank you!
The West Point SB tournament on Saturday has been pushed back 2 hours. NEN now plays at 11:00 am instead of 9:00am.
The Elementary eNews for next week is available at the following link: https://5il.co/kxon. Have a wonderful weekend and GO BIG RED!
Reminder: Homecoming Dance, Saturday Sept. 12 Old Gym- Enter door 16; PENDER STUDENTS ONLY; Doors open at 7:15PM; Pictures from 7:30-8PM; Doors Lock at 8:10PM; Dance from 8PM-11PM; Students who leave early must check out with a sponsor and will NOT be allowed to reenter!
Today's HC Pep Rally is for students only. We cannot allow extra guests into the school at this time. HC Coronation will take place after the game tonight! See you there!
Girls golf parents night will be this Friday night at halftime of the homecoming football game. Parents-please be down by the field around 7:20.
If you’re watching VB vs Clarkson-Leigh, here is the Pender roster with updated numbers as well as the C-L roster.
https://striv.tv/channel/pender/
Change of Location: The One Act Parent/Guardian meeting will be held in the commons by the concession stand at 6PM.
Reminder: Coronation for your 2020 Homecoming King and Queen will take place after tomorrow night's football game! #GoBigRed
Don't forget to get your Sparks & Flickers Dance Camp form and money turned into the office! Thanks!
Advanced Bio is hunting for water bears today!
Great news! From September 1 through December 31 (or until USDA funds are no longer available), PPS students will receive FREE breakfast and lunch! Main meals are free, but there will be charges for extras. Lunch accounts will be refunded for main meal costs back to September 1.
The NEN softball game scheduled for today is Arlington has been postponed. We will now play Arlington on Tuesday, September 22nd at 5:00pm.
The VB game tonight vs Clarkson-Leigh will be broadcast on 107.9 The Bull and streamed on Pender’s Striv channel.
https://striv.tv/channel/pender/
FLAMES CLOTHING: Support your Flames dancers by purchasing some Flames gear! https://moveu.us/stores/pender
FLAMES CLOTHING: Support your Flames dancers by purchasing some Flames gear! https://moveu.us/stores/pender
The NEN softball team plays in West Point on Saturday starting at 9:00 am. If you are traveling to the game, please read and follow their Covid restrictions.
For our fans at home watching on Striv: we are having major technical difficulties. We hope to be up soon.
Pender Esports going live versus Amherst now! Check it out at twitch.tv/penderesports
Tomorrow, Wednesday, September 9th is our first 2:30 pm Wednesday dismissal of the year for K-12th grade.
Picture Day is right around the corner. October 5th, Preschool - 6th grade will have their pictures taken and then on October 6th, preschool and 7th-12th grade will have theirs taken. Be prepared and get your haircuts now :)
There has been a schedule change for Cross Country. Thursday October 1st, the CC team will be headed to Stanton for a 4:00 pm start. The SSC Invite has been cancelled, so we picked up the Stanton Invite.
Pender hosts Tri County Northeast and Howells-Dodge tonight in VB action. See schedule below.
5:30 Pender vs Howells Dodge
6:30 Tri County NE vs Howells Dodge
7:30 Pender vs Tri County NE
Allen has decided to postpone the JV football game scheduled for tonight. We will try and reschedule for a later date.
The weight room will be open from 6:30-7:00am before school on Monday’s, Tuesday’s, and Thursday’s beginning Tuesday Sept 8th for all 7-12 grade students not in a weights class.
We are currently having technical difficulties with our Striv. We hope to be back streaming soon. Sorry!
Pender will stream BOTH gyms this morning. Check it out on our Striv Channel!
https://striv.tv/channel/pender/
Attached you will find the Pender volleyball roster for online viewing!
The elementary eNews is available at the following link: https://5il.co/ko4b. Have a GREAT long weekend and gooooooo Pendragons!
If you’re attending the football game tonight, please wear a mask if you cannot be socially distanced from others. Go Pendragons!
Here is a roster of Pender football players for tonight’s game if you’re watching from home!
Football Parent's: Reminder to please be at the football prior to 6:40 pm for Parent's Night Introductions. Thank You!
Tonight’s Football game vs Randolph will be streamed on Penders Striv channel. 2020 PHS alumni, Austin Roth, will be on the mic for the game. Kickoff is at 7:00 pm!
https://striv.tv/channel/pender/
Here is the schedule for the Bronze division in Pender for Saturday. Masks are required while in the building for fans. Games will be on Pender’s Striv channel
https://striv.tv/channel/pender/
Anyone still need to buy a Husker Book? Find a Flames dancer at the game! They are $15, and since the Huskers aren’t playing 😭, we will draw a $25 winner for each game that should have happened! Thank your for supporting your Flames dancers 🥳
The VB games tonight in Pender can been streamed on Pender’s Striv channel.
https://striv.tv/channel/pender/
FLAMES CLOTHING:
Support your Flames dancers by purchasing some Flames gear!
https://moveu.us/stores/pender
Don't forget to get your Husker Books from one of the Flames dancers! We will be randomly drawing a $25 winner each week! Only $15! Come watch the Flames dance at the first football game Friday! We can't wait to see you!
The venue for the Family Movie Night on Monday is changed to the Community Center starting at 7PM. Some concessions will still be available but bring a blanket or chair so we can all comfortably, socially distance! See you there!
Pender hosts 3 softball games and 3 volleyball games today! See attached schedule!
Happy Homecoming Week High Schoolers! #ItsAGreatDayToBeAPendragon
Elementary Homecoming 2020 Activities!! Let's Go Pendragons!!
Tomorrow, Wednesday, September 2nd is not a 2:30 dismissal. The first 2:30 dismissal will start on Wednesday, September 9th. As a reminder, there is also no school on Monday, September 7th.
Good Luck to our volleyball team as they travel to Logan View to kick off the season! Remember, you must have a ticket to attend the game.
Parents of softball players: please be at the field in Wisner by 5:45 Tuesday night for parents night! Go Vipers!
If you plan on attending the volleyball game in Logan View on Tuesday, Sept 1st, please look at their current covid restrictions.
Congrats to your NEN Vipers! Winning the NEN Invite today. 6-0 over Polk County, 12-3 over Boone Central & 16-4 over Blue River! Parents night is Tuesday @ Wisner!
Girls golf district has been announced. They travel to Battle Creek for the district tournament.
The volleyball districts were released by the NSAA yesterday.
The softball district assignments were released the the NSAA yesterday.
Our first Elementary eNews of the 20-21 school year is available at the following link: https://5il.co/kdu9. Enjoy our Meet the Teacher edition! Have a GREAT weekend and GOOOOOO Pendragons!!
The Flames Color Run was a Success! 🎉Thank you to all who came out to support our dancers! We hope to see you at our 2021 Color Run!
The kindergarteners celebrated “The Colors of Us” by making self portraits with our new multicultural crayons!
They also enjoyed this great short video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4sqN2J9_axY
If you can't make it to Creighton tonight the game will be broadcast on Creighton Community Radio. 7 pm kick-off
http://www.creightonradio.com/
Creighton will live stream the football game tonight on their school Facebook page starting at 7:00 pm.
If you’re traveling to Creighton tonight for the football game, please see the restrictions due to covid. See you there!
The Football team travels to Creighton Friday night for their season opener. Attached you will find Creighton’s Covid-19 restrictions.
Some great running took place in Hartington tonight. Alexis Bodlak medaled with a 9th place finish for varsity girls while Nathan Breitbarth medaled in his varsity boys race with 8th place. Congrats to Kairece Morris who won the Jr. High girls race! Go Pendragons!
If you’re unable to come, click on the link to watch our Volleyball Scrimmage!
https://striv.tv/channel/pender/
PRESCHOOL PARENTS: PPS preschool will be closed tomorrow Friday, August 28th through Wednesday, September 9th. We will reopen on Thursday, September 10th. The closure is due to a staff COVID exposure and the limited availability of substitutes. At this time, preschool students have not been exposed. We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience this may cause. Please contact the school if you have any questions.
Good Luck to our Cross Country teams today as they kickoff their season in Hartington!
Admittance to Thursday’s Volleyball Scrimmage will be a sports drink. Please wear a mask while inside the school. See you at 6:30 !
The bracket for the NEN softball tournament in Wisner is attached. Wisner asks that fans they wear a mask when social distancing isn’t possible. Concessions will be available.
If you would like a ticket to the volleyball game next Tuesday @ Logan View, talk to Mr. Ferg today.
Softball Parents night has moved to Tuesday, September 1st IN WISNER vs O’Neill.
Logan View has announced that due to Covid-19, they are only allowing 140 visitor fans for next week’s volleyball game. If you’re interested in attending, please contact Coach Ostrand or the school office to reserve your seat. Tickets are $5 for adults, $4 children.
Your NEN Vipers take 3rd in Lincoln going 2-1. Five home runs today with two by Paige S. Let’s keep the season rolling!
Don't forget the Flames Color Run is this Saturday the 22nd @8AM starting at the Pender Park. We hope to see you there!
You can register in person the day of the event as well!
https://www.allsportcentral.com/eventInfo.cfm?eventID=74770
Good Luck to the Girls Golf team as they kickoff their season today in Beemer for the West-Point Beemer invite!
The Football scrimmage will begin at 5:30 tonight followed by the Fall Sports Kickoff at 7:00pm. The Booster Club will have hotdogs and chips for free will donation. Please wear a mask if you cannot social distance. Hope to see you at Heyne!!!
WELCOME BACK PENDRAGONS!!!
It is SOOOOOOO good to see everyone! Today is the start of a great school year!
Good evening,
Today is the last day of the summer break, which means the 2020-2021 school year starts TOMORROW!! Hopefully students are excited to come back, because PPS staff members are thrilled for them to be back! It has been WAY too long since school was last in session, and everyone at the school is very excited to get the school year started!
Here are a few reminders…
1. School will be dismissed tomorrow at 1:00 pm
2. Please do NOT arrive before 8:00 am.
3. Breakfast will be grab and go and will be eaten in the classrooms.
4. Facial coverings will be required. If you have one, please put it on before entering the building. If you do not have one, one will be available when you arrive!
Again, everyone at PPS looks forward to seeing you and can’t wait to get the school year started!
See you all tomorrow and have a great evening!
Its a Great Day to be a Pendragon!!
The Football Gatorade Scrimmage will begin at 5:30 on Friday night followed by the Fall Sports Kickoff at 7:00 @ Heyne Field. Please wear a mask when social distancing isn’t possible. Admittance is a sports drink! See you Friday night!
Parents: Please be aware that due to social distancing efforts, students will be eating lunch in either the lunchroom, event center or multipurpose room. A microwave is not available in all locations. If you are packing your child's lunch, please consider options that do not need to be cooked/warmed. Thank you!
Don't forget to register for the Flames Color Run this Saturday!
https://www.allsportcentral.com/eventInfo.cfm?eventID=74770
Last day to register for the Color Run and be guaranteed a T-shirt is today! Color Run will be next Saturday, August 22nd! Register and support the Flames!
bit.ly/FlamesColorRun5K
Remember to come to Lyons tonight at 6:30 for our NEN Viper softball scrimmage!
The NEN Viper softball team will hold their Gatorade scrimmage Saturday, August 15th at 6:30 in Lyons. They kick off their season Monday, August 17th vs WP-B in Pender at 6:30 for the Jamboree Game. See you there!
Due to a possibility of rainy weather, the fall sports kick off scheduled for tonight will be moved to Friday, August 21 at 7:00 PM @Heyne Field.
The letter linked in this message addresses important information about the start of the school year.
https://bit.ly/31QTWjt
Also provided is the link to the updated Return to School Plan.
https://bit.ly/30VhAvE
It's a Great Day to be a Pendragon!!
7th-12th grade students are encouraged to pick up their back to school packet anytime from 7:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. at the front office at PPS. Having this completed and ready to turn in the first day of school ensures you are able to get your device the first day of school.
Reminder: Come support our coaches and athletes at the Fall Sports Kickoff at 7:00 pm tonight at the football field! Please wear a mask if you cannot social distance. Booster club will have free will donation hotdogs and chips. See you tonight!
Looking forward to seeing you 1 week from today!!! Please remember students should arrive at 8:00AM and masks will be worn on school grounds. Stay Safe and see you on the 20th!
Don't forget to sign up for the 5K (or 1 mile) Color Run on Saturday August 22nd! Please register by Aug 15th to be guaranteed a t-shirt! Info and register:
bit.ly/FlamesColorRun5K
Don't forget to sign up for the 5K (or 1 mile) Color Run on Saturday August 22nd! Please register by Aug 15th to be guaranteed a t-shirt! Info and register:
bit.ly/FlamesColorRun5K
The 2020 Booster Club Fall Sports Kickoff is Friday August 14th at 7:00 @ Heyne Field. Food will be free will donation. Coaches will introduce their teams. Please wear a mask if you cannot social distance. Come show your support for our athletes and coaches!
Here are just a few of the supplies that St. Mark's Lutheran Church donated to Pender Public Schools. This donation will ensure that each child will start the school year with the school supplies they need. Thank you so much. We appreciate you!
WOW!! Since March 19, 2020, Pender Public Schools kitchen staff has cooked and served 18,707 breakfasts and 18,707 lunches. That is 37,414 total meals. Thank you for supporting our summer food program and if you see our wonderful kitchen staff, please thank them for a job well done. We can't wait to see you all next week.
Last chance to get some Cross-Country gear, or if you just want a nice Pendragon polo to support all activities! Click on the link below to get started. Store closes August 10th!
https://dakotasportsonline.chipply.com/pendercc
PPS Food Service (8.7.20) Dinner - Grilled cheese, vegetable/fruit, milk *Breakfast - Mini waffle, fruit, milk
PPS Food Service (8.6.20) Dinner - Mini corn dogs, vegetable/fruit, milk *Breakfast - Yogurt, fruit, milk
The 2020 Volleyball clothing store is now open!
https://www.walloffame247.com/pender-high-school
PPS Food Service (8.5.20) Dinner - Crispito, vegetable/fruit, milk *Breakfast - Cinni mini, fruit, milk
PPS Food Service (8.4.20) Dinner - Tavern, vegetable/fruit, milk *Breakfast - Cereal, fruit, milk
WE CAN’T WAIT TO SEE YOU...but...due to ongoing COVID-19 concerns, our 20-21 Open House will look a little different this year. The PK-6 Open House will be scheduled via Sign Up Genius. There will be no 7-12 Open House. The links for scheduling will be published shortly.
PPS Food Service (8.3.20) Dinner - Chicken strips, vegetable/fruit, milk *Breakfast - Mini french toast, fruit, milk
The Flames are excited to host a 5K Color Run on Saturday, August 22nd! Please visit the link for info and to register:
bit.ly/FlamesColorRun5K
Register by August 15th to be guaranteed a T-shirt.
PPS Food Service (7.31.20) Dinner - Chicken fried steak, vegetable/fruit, milk *Breakfast - Apple frudel, fruit, milk
PPS Food Service (7.30.20) Dinner - Chicken and noodles, vegetable/fruit, milk *Breakfast - Breakfast stick, fruit, milk
2020-2021 PPS Preschool Guidance is available at the link below. If you have any additional questions please don't hesitate to contact the school! Thank you!
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1JElnmTGe3sYZu67ees3-Jm5_Sdk7QTbAoBqAhAsCRCo/edit?usp=sharing
Need some new Viper Softball gear for 2020? The NEN Viper softball clothing store is now open!
https://dakotasportsonline.chipply.com/nensoftball/store.aspx
The first newsletter of the year is now available!
https://5il.co/irit
PPS Food Service (7.29.20) Dinner - BBQ rib, vegetable/fruit, milk *Breakfast - Mini donut, fruit, milk
PPS Food Service (7.28.20) Dinner - Grilled cheese, vegetable/fruit, milk *Breakfast - Pancakes, fruit, milk
PPS Food Service (7.27.20) Dinner - Chicken alfredo, vegetable/fruit, milk *Breakfast - Biscuit/egg, fruit, milk
PPS Food Service (7.24.20) Dinner - Cheeseburger, vegetable/fruit, milk *Breakfast - Breakfast burrito, fruit, milk
Pender students, are you future business leaders? Would you like to see the Future Business Leaders of America organization come to PPS? Please fill out a short survey here: https://forms.gle/kT6m5zBkgzkZj9Hw7
PPS Food Service (7.23.20) Dinner - Saucy sub, vegetable/fruit, milk *Breakfast - Omelet, fruit, milk
Fall sports classifications have been released by the NSAA. Follow the links below:
https://twitter.com/nsaahome/status/1286012039299837952?s=21
PPS Food Service (7.22.20) Dinner - Hot dog, vegetable/fruit, milk *Breakfast - Dutch waffle, fruit, milk
PPS Food Service (7.21.20) Dinner - Pizza, vegetable/fruit, milk *Breakfast - Poptart, fruit, milk
Below is a link to a survey. If you have children that attend PPS, please complete it. Students, this is not a survey for you. Only adults with children that attend PPS should complete it. Thank you in advance for your prompt responses!
https://forms.gle/PNdPYBw9K5spMzth8
Sports Physical reminder:
New students to the district as well as all incoming 7th and 9th graders need physicals before students can begin fall sports practice . Physical forms can be found in the school office.
PPS Food Service (7.20.20) Dinner - Mini corn dogs, vegetable/fruit, milk *Breakfast - Breakfast bites, fruit, milk
JUNIOR HIGH Football players click this link to sign up for equipment checkout August 7: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1vkJ6nptpzaOotCzrdO-xuyD1rqMwWTM3MV8u7nOe11Q/edit?usp=sharing
PPS Food Service (7.17.20) Dinner - Mac and cheese, vegetable/fruit, milk *Breakfast - Mini waffle, fruit, milk
The link to the CDC website in the letter posted earlier today is not working. Sorry for the inconvenience. A functional link is below.
https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/prevent-getting-sick/diy-cloth-face-coverings.html
Below is a link to a letter written to students, parents, and family members. It contains information about PPS's Return to School plan. Please access and read it as soon as you can. Thanks!
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1YnNl52ZdybV09n7fQt0nkqSVUKWK52qo/view?usp=sharing
PPS Food Service (7.16.20) Dinner - Chicken patty, vegetable/fruit, milk *Breakfast - Yogurt, fruit, milk
The Pendragon Cross-Country online store is now available! Click on the link to get started. Note: Some items are NOT sport specific so they can be worn to support any Pendragon activity! Store will close August 10th.
https://dakotasportsonline.chipply.com/pendercc
2020-2021 School Supply List
PPS Food Service (7.15.20) Dinner - Crispito, vegetable/fruit, milk *Breakfast - French toast, fruit, milk
Linked below is PPS's "Return to School Plan". It was made public on July 10 and approved by the School Board on July 13. It is being provided again to make sure families have access to it. Please note, the change from 48 to 72 hours for symptoms consistent with COVID-19.
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1DZK8bizZOEEFBFpSr7AikR9AWmVi2-k38BvvaUzWwJQ/edit?usp=sharing
PPS Food Service (7.14.20) Dinner - Tavern, vegetable/fruit, milk *Breakfast - Cinni mini, fruit, milk
PPS Food Service (7.13.20) Dinner - Spaghetti, vegetable/fruit, milk *Breakfast - Cereal, fruit, milk
The PPS Return to School Plan is available at the following link: https://bit.ly/PPSReturnToSchool. Thank you to the students, staff and parents that have helped with the development of this plan. The plan is in draft form and will be presented to the Board of Education on Monday evening for approval. Please contact school administration if you have any questions or concerns. As always, our goal is to provide a safe learning/working environment for our students and staff. Thank you!
PPS Food Service (7.10.20) Dinner - Chicken strips, vegetable/fruit, milk *Breakfast - Donut, fruit, milk
PPS Food Service (7.9.20) Dinner - Goulash, vegetable/fruit, milk *Breakfast - Breakfast pizza, fruit, milk
PPS Food Service (7.8.20) Dinner - Chicken fried steak, vegetable/fruit, milk *Breakfast - Mini french toast, fruit, milk
PPS Food Service (7.7.20) Dinner - Chicken and noodles, vegetable/fruit, milk *Breakfast - Apple frudel, fruit, milk
PPS Food Service (7.6.20) Dinner - BBQ rib, vegetable/fruit, milk *Breakfast - Breakfast stick, fruit, milk
No summer lunch program today. Happy 4th of July weekend!
Independence Weekend Surprise!!! If you didn't get an order in for the football store, it has reopened until Sunday Night at midnight. One more chance.
https://penderhs-football2020.itemorder.com/sale
PPS Food Service (7.2.20) Dinner - Grilled cheese, vegetable/fruit, milk *Breakfast - Pancakes, fruit, milk
PPS Food Service (7.1.20) Dinner - Chicken alfredo, vegetable/fruit, milk *Breakfast - Biscuit/egg, fruit, milk
PPS Food Service (6.30.20) Dinner - Pizza, vegetable/fruit, milk *Breakfast - Breakfast bites, fruit, milk
PPS Food Service (6.29.20) Dinner - Mini corn dogs, vegetable/fruit, milk *Breakfast - Mini waffle, fruit, milk
In celebration of the upcoming holiday, the school kitchen will be closed on Friday, July 3rd and will resume summer food service on Monday, July 6th with pickup and/or delivery.
PPS Food Service (6.26.20) Dinner - Mac and cheese, vegetable/fruit, milk *Breakfast - Yogurt, fruit, milk
5 days left to order your Pender Football gear and have it in your hands before the season gets started!
https://penderhs-football2020.itemorder.com/sale
PPS Food Service (6.25.20) Dinner - Chicken patty, vegetable/fruit, milk *Breakfast - French toast, fruit, milk
Correction to today's lunch menu: Dinner - Crispito, vegetable/fruit, milk *Breakfast - Cinni mini, fruit, milk
PPS Food Service (6.24.20) Dinner - Chicken fried steak, vegetable/fruit, milk *Breakfast - Cinni mini, fruit, milk
PPS Food Service (6.23.20) Dinner - Tavern, vegetable/fruit, milk *Breakfast - Cereal, fruit, milk
PPS Food Service (6.22.20) Dinner - Spaghetti, vegetable/fruit, milk *Breakfast - Donut, fruit, milk
PPS Food Service (6.19.20) Dinner - Chicken strips, vegetable/fruit, milk *Breakfast - Breakfast pizza, fruit, milk
Sport Physical Reminder--Only students entering 7th and 9th grade and new students to the district from out of state need to get sports physicals this year. All others who had valid physicals last year are exempt. You can pick up forms at the school office.
PPS Food Service (6.18.20) Dinner - Goulash, vegetable/fruit, milk *Breakfast - Mini french toast, fruit, milk
PPS Food Service (6.17.20) Dinner - Chicken fried steak, vegetable/fruit, milk *Breakfast - Breakfast stick, fruit, milk
Still 14 days left to order your 2020 Pender Football gear! Lots of great items and it goes to help our student athletes.
https://penderhs-football2020.itemorder.com/sale
PPS Food Service (6.16.20) Dinner - Chicken n' noodles, vegetable/fruit, milk *Breakfast - Breakfast stick, fruit, milk
PPS Food Service (6.15.20) Dinner - BBQ rib, vegetable/fruit, milk *Breakfast - Pancakes, fruit, milk
Pendragon Football team store is open until June 30th. Lots of great options for everyone. If you would like a colored flier contact Coach Volk.
https://penderhs-football2020.itemorder.com/sale
Elementary Students (parents you may need to help): Please complete the following survey about the COVID-19 extended closure. Thank you so much! https://forms.gle/oggKkUVEBEF2CwbAA
Elementary Parents: Please complete the following survey to provide us feedback about the COVID-19 extended closure and also help us with our plans for the fall of 2020. Thank you so much!! https://forms.gle/LaNaPUU8ARjhvWFW6
Secondary Students we need your help! Please take a few minutes to fill out this survey about the Spring e-learning experience, Your feedback helps: https://forms.gle/J61N7pSoKaxNBDeY7
Secondary Parents, Please help the school by providing feedback in this survey about this spring's e-learning experience. Please follow this link: https://forms.gle/BRhqNhBCm6RFoU126
PPS Food Service (6.12.20) Dinner - Grilled cheese, vegetable/fruit, milk *Breakfast - Mini donut, fruit, milk
PPS Food Service (6.11..20) Dinner - Chicken alfredo, vegetable/fruit, milk *Breakfast - Cinnamon roll, fruit, milk
PPS Food Service (6.10.20) Dinner - Pizza, vegetable/fruit, milk *Breakfast - Biscuit/egg, fruit, milk
Due to the rain this evening, Mr. Volk’s 7:00 am and 8:00 am weights group please report to new gym Wednesday morning. Please bring your water and clean shoes.
PPS Food Service (6.9.20) Dinner - Mini corn dogs, vegetable/fruit, milk *Breakfast - Breakfast bites, fruit, milk
Pender Football Team Store is open until June 30th. Order online and all apparel will be delivered to the school to be delivered. Contact Coach Volk if you would like a color flier.
Thank you for your support!
https://penderhs-football2020.itemorder.com/sale
PPS Food Service (6.8.20) Dinner - Cheeseburger, vegetable/fruit, milk *Breakfast - Mini waffle, fruit, milk
PPS Food Service (6.5.20) Dinner - Chicken patty, vegetable/fruit, milk *Breakfast - Omelet, fruit, milk
PPS Food Service (6.4.20) Dinner - Crispito, vegetable/fruit, milk *Breakfast - French toast, fruit, milk
PPS Food Service (6.3.20) Dinner - Hot dog, vegetable/fruit, milk *Breakfast - Cinni minis, fruit, milk
PPS Food Service (6.2.20) Dinner - Saucy subs, vegetable/fruit, milk *Breakfast - Dutch waffle, fruit, milk
Summer is in full swing and so is our Summer Meals Program. During the month of May, We served 4238 Breakfasts, and 4238 Lunches. That is 8476 Total Meals! That is A LOT of food. The BEST part is that it is FREE! Any child ages 1-18 can eat FREE! Call the school anytime to sign up or you can email schoolsmeals@penderschools.org. We also deliver to children that are on our bus routes. Don't miss out!
PHS students who need an at home workout, please contact Mr Volk!
PPS Food Service (6.1.20) Dinner - Chicken strips, vegetable/fruit, milk *Breakfast - Poptart, fruit, milk
Here are some reminders for weight lifting participants as they begin weights Monday:
-Bring your parent permission form
-Bring your own water
-Rest rooms/Locker rooms will not be available
-Make sure you are with the correct group at the correct time
-Be ready to work!
PHS students lifting weights June 1st—please report to the following locations:
6:00am Group-Door 16 to new gym
7:00am Group A-Football Field
7:00 am Group B-door 16 to new gym
8:00 am Group A-Football field
8:00 am Group B-door 16 to new gym
Contact a coach for questions!
PPS Food Service (5.29.20) Dinner - Pizza, vegetable/fruit, milk *Breakfast - Mini french toast, fruit, milk
PPS Food Service (5.28.20) Dinner - Sub sandwich, vegetable/fruit, milk *Breakfast - Apple frudel, fruit, milk
Attached is the Parent Permission form all athletes need signed and turned in before they lift on Monday June 1st. The school office also has copies available for pickup. Please turn into the office or bring with you on Monday!
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1SjLZNirf1YwuvUSFYtrz3ZNwfdbOWsghrnOYL6jZXfA/edit?usp=sharing
Driver’s Ed is scheduled to begin June 8th-11th. Classroom instruction will be from 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. and from 1:00 pm.-3:00 p.m. each day in the Heese Event Center. Final Test will be on Friday, June 12th at 9:00 a.m. Students must be present every day. Cost is $275. Please make check payable to Pender Public Schools. Any questions, please call the school. Thanks
PPS Food Service (5.27.20) Dinner - Mini corn dogs, vegetable/fruit, milk *Breakfast - Breakfast stick, fruit, milk
Today is the last day to fill out the form to fill in your weight room time slot. Form can be found here:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdYFcrys24HneRFL3-PWw834GOdrjq-uJxtDZVizIJ340ICFQ/viewform?usp=sf_link
PPS Food Service (5.26.20) Dinner - Crispito, vegetable/fruit, milk *Breakfast - Pancakes, fruit, milk
Don’t forget that free summer meals continue tomorrow for all children ages 1-18. Order for the day or for the week. You can order meals by emailing schoolmeals@penderschools.org or call school at 402-385-3244 and choose option #7
Summer weight room sign up can be found here:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdYFcrys24HneRFL3-PWw834GOdrjq-uJxtDZVizIJ340ICFQ/viewform?usp=sf_link
Tuesday, May 26th is the due date to sign up for your weight lifting time slot.
PPS Food Service (5.25.20) No Food Service - Memorial Day
Summer Weight room Sign up can be found below:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdYFcrys24HneRFL3-PWw834GOdrjq-uJxtDZVizIJ340ICFQ/viewform?usp=sf_link
Please fill out by Tuesday, May 26th if you haven't done so already!
Summer Weight Room sign up can be found below:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdYFcrys24HneRFL3-PWw834GOdrjq-uJxtDZVizIJ340ICFQ/viewform?usp=sf_link
Please fill out by Tuesday, May 26th if you haven't already!
Summer Weight room sign up is below:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdYFcrys24HneRFL3-PWw834GOdrjq-uJxtDZVizIJ340ICFQ/viewform?usp=sf_link
Please fill out the form by Tuesday, May 26th!
PPS Food Service (5.22.20) Dinner - PB & J, vegetable/fruit, milk *Breakfast - Mini donutsl, fruit, milk
Summer Weight Room signup can be found here:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdYFcrys24HneRFL3-PWw834GOdrjq-uJxtDZVizIJ340ICFQ/viewform?usp=sf_link
Please sign up before Tuesday, May 26th!
PPS Food Service (5.21.20) Dinner - Hot dog, vegetable/fruit, milk *Breakfast - Breakfast burrito, fruit, milk
The summer weight room sign-up is available on the schools website as well as on facebook and twitter. Students interested in strength and conditioning this summer, please fill out the form before Tuesday, May 26th.
If you order meals for Thursday and/or Friday for pickup or delivery, they need to be picked up or will be delivered on Thursday. The school kitchen will be closed on Friday, May 22 and Monday, May 25 for Memorial Day. The Summer Foodservice Program will resume on Tuesday, May 26th will pickup and/or delivery
Attention PPS Students: Please fill out the survey attached for weight room sign up times. If you have a question, reach out to Mr. Ferg, Mr. Volk, or Mr. Hoffman.
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdYFcrys24HneRFL3-PWw834GOdrjq-uJxtDZVizIJ340ICFQ/viewform?usp=sf_link
PPS Food Service (5.20.20) Dinner - Cheeseburger, vegetable/fruit, milk *Breakfast - Biscuit, fruit, milk
Congratulations to the following elementary students for achieving perfect attendance during the 2019-2020 school year.
Braxton Alvarez, Hailey Bargholz, Jace Nixon, Marcus Dregalla, Emmet Frazey, Zachary Roeber, Rhiley Harney, Grant Geisert, Myra Hansen, Mattilyn Trimble, Owen Larsen, Carter Hansen and Reece Heineman
Congratulations to the following elementary students for missing only 1/2 day of school for the 2019-2020 school year.
Elaina Trimble, Brody Nixon, Braxton Sebade, Khloe Swanson and Ryan Krueger
Congratulations to the following elementary students for missing only 1 day of school for the 2019-2020 school year.
Bentley Miller, Amelia Parker, Cole Reimers, Jordyn Jump, McKayla Randall and Owen Hathaway
Congratulations to the following elementary students for missing only 1.5 days of school for the 2019-2020 school year.
Ivy Moeller, Kolin Schrunk, Collins Ferg, Harrison Volk, Joy Trimble, Autumn Walker and Jake Schuster
Congratulations to the following elementary students for missing only 2 days of school for the 2019-2020 school year.
Jaxon Baker, Weston Miller, Duke Simonsen, Reece Hansen, Mila Wiese, Ayla Bargholz, Ryker Hansen, Cash Reppert, Ashlyn Roeber, Karlie Rutar, Anna Rose, Kaddo Schrunk, Allie Rutar, and Trevor Trimble
Congratulations to the following elementary students for missing only 2.5 days of school for the 2019-2020 school year.
Von Reppert, Tianna Hansen, Dyllon Lamprecht, Laurel Felber , Ryker Cole, Hailie Duncan, Blake Feltes, Chloe Lortz, Paxton Miller, Kailey Morris, Brylea Mosser, Liam Paeper, Frandy Raymundo, and Dane Bruns
Congratulations to the following elementary students for missing only 3 days of school for the 2019-2020 school year.
Charlie Kneifl, Khloe Kolbeck, DaVahn Mock, Kate Kinning, Adyson English, Annika Jensen, Madi’tae Tarin, Kolt Smith, Lydia Felber, and Harper Jensen
Pendragon Athletes: Stay tuned for information regarding the weight room opening June 1st!
PPS Food Service (5.19.20) Dinner - Chicken patty, vegetable/fruit, milk *Breakfast - Breakfast bites, fruit, milk
Listen to 106 KIX FM out of Norfolk on Wednesday morning from 8:00-9:00. They will be honoring our Pender Public School senior class at that time with interviews and pictures on their webpage. It will be a great day to be a Pendragon!!!
Congratulations to your 2020-2021 Flames Dance Team!
PPS Food Service (5.18.20) Dinner - Turkey sandwich, vegetable/fruit, milk *Breakfast - Mini waffles, fruit, milk
Summer Send-off and Retirement Parade Information!
PPS Food Service (5.15.20) Dinner - Ham & cheese sandwich, vegetable/fruit, milk *Breakfast - Omelet, fruit, milk
243 lunches being served today. Mr. Nixon even jumped in to help. Even though school is done, the meals are not. You can call the school or email to order your meals for the day or for the week. Bring on summer!!
PPS Food Service (5.14.20) Dinner - Chicken strips, vegetable/fruit, milk *Breakfast - French toast, fruit, milk
The winner of this years March Music Madness is Hailey Cadwallader with 51 points!!! She most really know the music her peers like way to go Hailey!!
Congratulations to the following Junior High Choir Students for having no missing assignments by the last day of school: Mason Bodlak Ashlyn Cadwallader Hailey Cadwallader Maya Dolliver Adan Godin Alex Hathaway Caleb Kelly Anna Krusemark Sean Krusemark Addison Maise Alex Roth McKinley Morgan Nate Sanderson Jaxen Breitbarth Dannie Dutcher Alexis Farris Trent Hansen Owen Kneifl Brody Krusemark Dylan Mahaney Levi McKay Olivia Mrsny Taylar VandeBurg Gannon Walsh and Avery Wegner!!! Thanks for all your hard work!
PPS Food Service (5.13.20) Dinner - Tavern, vegetable/fruit, milk *Breakfast - Cinni minis, fruit, milk
Congratulations to the following High School Students for having no missing assignments throughout our distance learning: Cole Athey, Gabriella Bruns, Kendra Burns, Isaac Butts, Derek Cadwallader, JayaLynn Duncan, Alyssa Geisert, Reanna Hallstrom, Mario Hernandez, Joshlynn Jewell, Bailey Kubik, Emily Luedert, Amber McCauley, Madalyn Meyer, Camryn Miller, Londyn Nelson, Spencer Rabbass, Paige Steinman, Piper Steinman, and Lucas Timm. Thanks for your effort and dedication to the choir program even when we are apart!! It is a great day to be a Singing Dragon 🎼
Pender Public Schools Device check-in will be during the week of May 18-22, 8am-12pm and 1pm-4pm, Monday through Friday.
Please click the link below and use the form to sign up for a time slot. Please enter the name of the person who will be bringing devices into the school. Only one time slot per family is needed. You may come any time during your allotted thirty minutes. Check-in will take approximately 5-10 minutes.
One family member should bring all student devices, chargers, and storage bags to Door #1 and enter the new gym. Please check in with a staff member when you arrive. Please observe proper social distancing measures while you are at the school.
If you have questions about what needs to be returned or you need to make an appointment at a different time, please contact your child's teacher or the office at 402-385-3244.
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20F0E49AAA923A4F49-ppsdevice
PPS Food Service (5.12.20) Dinner - Grilled cheese, vegetable/fruit, milk *Breakfast - Dutch waffle, fruit, milk
For those of you wondering about summer weight room workouts and camps, we have not made any decision because we are waiting on further guidance from the NSAA. Attached in the latest statement from the NSAA Director Jay Bellar.
FLAMES DANCERS – Tryout Video and Form are DUE TODAY! Please make sure to upload them. Thanks!
https://bit.ly/FlamesTryouts
Classes are done for the students this week but the food service program will continue as usual until further notice. If you would like your children to receive free meals, please call the school office by 9:30 a.m.
PPS Food Service (5.11.20) Dinner - Sub sandwich, vegetable/fruit, milk *Breakfast - Donut, fruit, milk
Congratulations to the Class of 2020! We're celebrating with you in spirit! Click the link below to access the virtual graduation ceremony.
https://www.penderschools.org/2020-virtual-graduation-ceremony
Happy Mother's Day AND Graduation Day! Stay tuned for our video/virtual graduation ceremony at 2:00 this afternoon. It will be posted on the school's website and we will announce when it is posted on FB and Twitter! It's a Great Day to be a Pendragon!
PPS Food Service (5.8.20) Dinner - Mini corndogs, vegetable/fruit, milk *Breakfast - Mini french toast, fruit, milk
PPS Food Service (5.7.20) Dinner - BBQ rib, vegetable/fruit, milk *Breakfast - Apple frudel, fruit, milk
Congratulations to the Pender students selected to the NCPA Academic AllState award for the spring!
PPS Food Service (5.6.20) Dinner - Hot dog, vegetable/fruit, milk *Breakfast - Breakfast stick, fruit, milk
Please see the attached letter for end of school year information. If you have any questions, contact school personnel.
PPS Food Service (5.5.20) Dinner - Chicken patty, vegetable/fruit, milk *Breakfast - Pancakes, fruit, milk
Pender Wrestling is selling custom sandals. The options are Red, Black, White/Black.
$35/pair or $40/pair custom. Cash/checks to Pender High School or to the coaches by May 15.
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1nOwC08jqvffUMBsOGoqiloQ4NVUz4lEBDq2hozXvZc0/edit?usp=sharing
FLAMES DANCERS – It’s tryout week!
Find all your information/videos here: https://bit.ly/FlamesTryouts
FLAMES DANCERS – It’s tryout week!
Find all your information/videos here: https://bit.ly/FlamesTryouts
PPS Food Service (5.4.20) Dinner - Turkey sandwich, vegetable/fruit, milk *Breakfast - Mini donuts, fruit, milk
https://youtu.be/dPpBu4fiwxg
Mrs. Kolbeck and the HS Choir have put together and arrangement for the class of 2020! Thank you kids and especially Mrs. Kolbeck!
Fun Fact: During the 20 school days in April, PPS served 4563 meals to children.
PPS Food Service (5.1.20) Dinner - Tavern, vegetable/fruit, milk *Breakfast - Mini french toast, fruit, milk
Today is the final day to sign up for driver's education. If your child is interested, please call the school office to get them signed up.
PPS Food Service (4.30.20) Dinner - Chicken Strips, fruit, veggie, milk * Breakfast - Omelet, Toast, Fruit, Milk
PPS Food Service (4.29.20) Dinner - Crispito, fruit, veggie, milk * Breakfast - Mini Waffle, Fruit, Milk
PPS Food Service (4.28.20) Dinner - Cheeseburger, fruit, veggie, milk * Breakfast - French Toast, Fruit, Milk
Hey Dancers! Interested in becoming a FLAME? Any 6th-11th grade student interested in trying out for the 20-21 FLAMES Dance Team, please email Coach Cameron at emcamer1@penderschools.org. Tryout information will be shared via email. Virtual Tryouts will be held May 4th-8th!
PPS Food Service (4.27.20) Dinner - Ham & Cheese, fruit, veggie, milk * Breakfast - Dutch Waffle, Fruit, Milk
PPS Food Service (4.24.20) Dinner - Grilled Cheese, fruit, veggie, milk * Breakfast - Cinni Mini, Fruit, Milk
Attention current 6th-11th grade students interested in trying out for the Flames Dance Team!!!
PPS Food Service (4.23.20) Dinner - Sub Sandwich, fruit, veggie, milk * Breakfast - Donut, Fruit, Milk
PPS Food Service (4.22.20) Dinner - Mini Corndog, fruit, veggie, milk * Breakfast - Mini French Toast, Fruit, Milk
Below is the link to Mrs Kolbeck’s music for Kids Facebook page. If you have not already please like this page to get weekly music activities, books and songs.
https://www.facebook.com/Mrs-Kolbecks-Music-for-Kids-107156614300542/
Driver's Education Information
PPS Food Service (4.21.20) Dinner - BBQ Rib, fruit, veggie, milk * Breakfast - Breakfast Bites, Fruit, Milk
There will be no school on Friday, April 24. PPS teachers are participating in staff development that day. Lunch WILL be served. There simply won't be any schoolwork for students on Friday, April 24.
Thanks and have a great day!
PPS Food Service (4.20.20) Dinner - Hot Dogs, fruit, veggie, milk * Breakfast - Breakfast Stick, Fruit, Milk
The 2020 Preschool e-Registration process is now open. Please use the following link to access the documents needed to register your child for the 20-21 school year. https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1-9UK3ziQQLWh19FgcJlBiC-V9omFxzlA?usp=sharing
#BeTheLight2020
We had our first choir zoom challenge today with an intense game of Pictionary!!! Tenors claim the victory this week in the sudden death round!! Loved seeing you all!!
Secondary Parents: Missing assignment notifications will be going out today via email and regular mail. Please talk with your child if they have any missing assignments. Contact your child't teacher via email with any questions first. All teacher emails are available on PowerSchool or the school's website! Thanks for your support.
Mr. Krusemark's classes have created some amazing art pieces! Check out their virtual art gallery! Great job artists! http://www.penderschools.org/19-20-art-gallery
PPS Food Service (4.17.20) Dinner - Turkey Sandwich, fruit, veggie, milk * Breakfast - Pancakes, Fruit, Milk
Attention current 8-11th grade Pendragon VB players!!!
PPS Food Service (4.16.20) Dinner - Tavern, fruit, veggie, milk * Breakfast - Mini Donut, Fruit, Milk
Viper Softball players!!!
PPS Food Service (4.15.20) Dinner - PB&J, fruit, veggie, milk * Breakfast - Breakfast burrito, Fruit, Milk
We miss you! Keep working hard! #PendragonPride
Congratulations to Jessica, Ashley, Nathan, Caleb, Londyn, Alexis, and Layne for NCPA Academic All State award for the winter sports season!
PPS Food Service (4.14.20) Dinner - Chicken Patty, fruit, veggie, milk * Breakfast - Omelet, Toast, Fruit, Milk
This Friday, April 17th, Please pass by the football field while you are out for a drive. At 8:20PM we will turn on the lights for 20 minutes to say thank you to the class of 2020. #BeTheLight #ThankYouSeniors No congregating Please...
Congratulations to Joy Trimble for making it on the Sioux City News for the original song she wrote!!! It’s a great day to be a singing Pendragon!!!
https://siouxlandnews.com/news/local/8-year-old-siouxland-musician-writes-song-to-spread-joy
Secondary Shout Outs are attached! Great Job Students!
#EDAYLEARNINGCOUNTS!
Mr.Volk has been teaching the Power of Propaganda. Thanks juniors!
Spring Break is from Friday, April 10th through Monday, April 13th. The building will be closed during that time and there will be no meals served. Meal serve will resume on Tuesday, April 14th.
Can you match the monster to the person? Monster creators are Joshua Butts, Zander Welsh, Tayten Welsh and Chloe Lortz . Happy Guessing!!!
PPS Food Service (4.9.20) Dinner - Chicken Strips, fruit, veggie, milk * Breakfast - Mini Waffle, Fruit, Milk
PPS Food Service (4.8.20) Dinner - Crispito, fruit, veggie, milk * Breakfast - French Toast, Fruit, Milk
PPS Food Service (4.7.20) Dinner - Cheeseburger, fruit, veggie, milk * Breakfast - Breakfast Bites, Fruit, Milk
PPS Food Service (4.6.20) Dinner - Ham & Cheese, fruit, veggie, milk * Breakfast - Dutch Waffle, Fruit, Milk
Shout Out from Mr. Dregalla: These students have logged the most practice time in Band!
HS Band: Cole Athey, Braden Prokop, Alexis Bodlak, Marissa Kelly
JH Band: Anna Krusemark, Avery Wegner, Taylar Vanedebrug, Caleb Kelly
Guitar classes: Will Athey
#EDAYLEARNINGCOUNTS!
Ms. Meier: Keep up the amazing work!
7th Gr. Sci: Hailey C, Maya D, Anastin G, Alex R, Mitchell K, and Addison M. 8th Gr Sci: Adan G, Kaylee M, Gannon W, Aiden B, Dannie D, Alex H, Caleb K, Brody K, McKinley M, and Avery W. Bio: Liberty B, Alexis B, Jaya D, Claire F, Trista H, Caitlyn H, Reese K, Emily L, Jordyn N, Zachery R, Caleb T,
winners March Mammal Madness
Bio: Reese K.
STEM: Kairece M.
#EDAYLEARNINGCOUNTS!
PPS's building will be closed through May 31. Please see the letter that accompanies this post for more details.
Mr. King appreciates all of the participation from his students in this difficult situation. Please continue with the discussions, emails, Canvas messages, and participation on a daily basis. He greatly appreciates everything you are doing! #EDAYLEARNINGCOUNTS
EDAY Shout Out from Mr. Krusemark: The Art students have been keeping busy and continue to do quality work from home! Stay tuned for a Virtual Art viewing later this month! #EDAYLEARNINGCOUNTS!
EDAY Shout Out from Mrs. Carda! She appreciates all of the work, participation, emails, zoom meetings and feedback she has been receiving from all her classes! #EDAYLEARNINGCOUNTS!
Mrs Davis: Shout Out to Advanced Bio students! Fantastic work on the history of evolutionary theory and fun with March Mammal Madness. Londyn and Jonathon were the winners of the class’s March Mammal Madness challenge! #EDAYLEARNINGCOUNTS!
Mrs. Von: Geom, Algebra Ad, PreCalc, and Calc are all asking questions, sending pictures, assisting each other, and viewing pictures or videos to keep math minds active and sharp! Students and I are working together to make the most of our E-Learning! #EDAYLEARNINGCOUNTS!
EDAY Shout Out from Mrs. Flores: JH: Hailey C, Maya D, Mitchel K, & Sean K; Spanish 1: Cole A, Roxy E, Reanna H, Jacie B, Isaac B, Kirsten F, & Abby K; Spanish 2: Liberty B, Reese K, Clair F & Caleb T! All are doing a great job!! #EDAYLEARNINGCOUNTS!
EDAY Shout Outs: Mr. Bartlett: Alexis Bodlak – Horticulture, Jonathan Schmedding - Ag Mechanics, Dawson Anderson - Wildlife Management, Kylie Sturek - Intro Ag, Mercede Roberts – Agribusiness, Caleb Trimble - Animal Science, Charles Schmedding - Welding #EDAYLEARNINGCOUNTS!
EDAY Shout Outs: Volk: All of the freshmen in Geography have been killing it so far! Only one day with someone missing and it was because internet was down.. Keep up the great work Freshman!!! #EDAYLEARNINGCOUNTS!
Due to the Covid-19 Pandemic, the April/May Newsletter will not be mailed out. Click on link to view: https://5il.co/echm
EDAY Shout Outs: Mrs. Kolbeck
Lucas Timm is always one of the first students to respond and submit any assignment! Quinn Morgan is really good at communicating with me! #EDAYLEARNINGCOUNTS!
EDAY Shout Outs:
Mrs. Cameron: I have had so many students doing well!
7th: Addison M and Olivia M have been rocking their English homework. Maya D and Ava S are writing FANTASTIC poems!
9th: Too many doing well to just pick out a few…Way to rock your English work freshmen!
11th: Again, so many doing well. It was really fun zooming with these students. Thanks to Dylan V, Jaxon Maise, Lucas T, and Carson M for being brave asking questions during our Zoom session.
#EDAYLEARNINGCOUNTS!
EDAY Shout Out: Mr. Oliver:
Health Class- Cole A, Jacie B, Rylie B, Erica B, Brieann B, Kendra B, Isaac B, Isabelle F, Kirsten F, Alyssa G, Reanna H, Mario H, Joslynn J, Trey J, Breanna K
6th/7th Period Physical Education Classes- Kendra B, Derek C, Alexandra F, Mario H, Joslynn J, Bailey K, Cory M, Larry M, Jordyn N, Mercede R, Lucas T
Intro to weightlifting class-Trey J, Lenora M, Camryn M, Carson M, Spencer R, Braxton V.
Jr. High - Hailey Cadwallader, Adan Godin, Logan Harral, Alex Hathaway, Ostern Heinemann, Kaylee McManigal, Nathaneal Sanderson
#EDAYLEARNINGCOUNTS!
EDAY Shout Outs! #EDAYLEARNINGCOUNTS!
Mrs. Nelson:
Adan Godin
Jordyn Nilges
Jessica Godin
Alexis Ferris
Mrs. Athey:
Paige Steinmann
Piper Steinmann
Carson Miller
Paige Schuster
Brian Robertson
We are sending EDay Shout-Outs to the Secondary Students who have been giving it their all the last 2 weeks! #EDAYLEARNINGCOUNTS! Keep up the great work. Mr. Ferg: Psychology -Callie Rabass
Mrs. Heise: Jessica Godin is knocking it out of the park in yearbook!!
Congrats to Joshua Luedert for building a 7’8” tower!!! Awesome job Joshua!
PPS Food Service (4.3.20) Dinner - Grilled Cheese, fruit, veggie, milk * Breakfast - Biscuit, Fruit, Milk
A quick message from the NSAA in regards to spring sports:
All remaining NSAA activity practices and competitions, including district and state competitions, have been cancelled for this school year.
Full statement available here:
https://nsaahome.org/nsaa-update/
Pender Public School staff members prepared and served 1,538 breakfasts and 1,538 lunches for a total of 3,076 meals during a 9-day period, March 19-31. We would like to thank everyone for your cooperation as we all learn to navigate this “New Normal”. We will continue to offer meals Monday-Friday, either pickup or deliver, as long as our school is closed. Any child ages 1-18 are eligible to participate...they do not need to live in our district or attend school in Pender. You can order meals Monday-Friday by calling 402.385.3244 and choose option #7 or by emailing schoolmeals@penderschools.org. As always, if you have any questions, you can call the school office at 402.385.3244.
PPS Food Service (4.2.20) Dinner - Sub sandwich, fruit, veggie, milk * Breakfast - Cinni mini, Fruit, Milk
Secondary Parents - Please check PowerSchool to see student progress on assignments. Work will be categorized as "E-Day" assignments. Please contact teachers first then the office if you have any questions on homework! Thanks for your support during this time!
PPS Food Service (4.1.20) Dinner - Mini Corn Dog, fruit, veggie, milk * Breakfast - Donut, Fruit, Milk
April/May Newsletter is now available.
https://5il.co/echm
The votes are in looks like Chloe Lortz is the winner of the most beautiful lego tower HAL challenge. Way to go Chloe!!
PPS Food Service (3.31.20) - BBQ Rib, vegetable/fruit, milk. Breakfast stick, fruit, milk
The Pender Public School's building will remain closed through April 30. The hope is to open the building on May 1. Students should continue to participate in the Extended Closure Plan while the building is closed. All activities & events before May 1 are postponed or cancelled.
Elementary Staff and Students, Seesaw has stated that they have resolved the outage issue but are continuing to monitor the situation closely.
Elementary parents, Seesaw is having large-scale server issues and they are currently working on fixing the problem. The status page for Seesaw can be found here: https://status.seesaw.me/
PPS Food Service (3.30.20) Dinner - Hot dog, vegetable/fruit, milk. Breakfast - Pancakes, fruit, milk
Congratulations to Ashley Ostrand for being named 2nd team All State Class D-1 from the Lincoln Journal Star! Faith Morris and Zoey Lehmkuhl we’re named Honorable Mention as well!
Mrs. Carda's day was absolutely made by being able to check in with some of her 7th graders, 10th graders, and 12th graders! Thanks goodness for technology and zoom!
HAL challenge build the biggest LEGO tower!! The winner is Ryann Volk with a tower just over 7 feet!! Way to go Ryann
PPS Food Service (3.27.20)
Dinner - Saucy Sub, Broccoli, Oranges, Milk
Breakfast - Breakfast Burrito, Apple, Milk
PPS Food Service (3.26.20)
Dinner - Tavern, Peas, Pears, Milk
Breakfast - Omelet, Toast, Orange, Milk
Bad news spring sport athletes and coaches. The NSAA has posted that all spring practices and competitions have been suspended until May 1st. These suspensions may be extended should the conditions warrant.
PPS Food Service (3.25.20)
Dinner - PB&J, Carrots, Fruit Cocktail, Milk
Breakfast - Dutch Waffle, Peaches, Milk
Our amazing folks served 181 lunches today! Make sure you call/email between the hours of 6:00-9:00 a.m. to get your order in (or email for the next day)!! We would hate to miss your order!
PPS Food Service (3.24.20)
Dinner - Pizza, Corn, Peaches, Milk
Breakfast - French Toast, Pear, Milk
Pender Public schools wants you to be well! Take a look at the new supports we have in place for you! Please don't be afraid to ask for help!
If you are interested in helping us meet the needs of our students during this difficult time, here is an opportunity for you. ❤️ Thank you for considering this worthy cause.
Don't forget about our free meals for all children ages 1-18years.
Don't forget about our free meals for every child ages 1-18years.
PPS Food Service (3.23.20)
Dinner - Chicken Patty, Green Beans, Applesauce, Milk
Breakfast - Breakfast Bites, Oranges, Milk
Lea la siguiente información del Departamento de Salud Pública del Nordeste de Nebraska.
Please see the following information from the Northeast Nebraska Public Health Department.
PPS estará cerrado del 18 de marzo al 3 de abril. La escuela se reanudará con suerte el 6 de abril. Esta carta habla sobre el plan del distrito para los estudiantes mientras el edificio está cerrado para todas las personas, excepto los empleados. ¡Aguanta ahí todos! Recuerde ... ¡Es un gran día para ser un Pendragon!
Las Escuelas Públicas de Pender se complacen en proporcionar servicios de alimentos a todos los niños de 1 a 18 años de edad mientras estamos cerrados durante este momento difícil. Si desea almorzar en un día en particular, llame a la escuela antes de las 9 a.m. y dígales si desea que se lo entreguen o si desea recogerlo.
We got some GREAT news today for our families!! American Broadband is proud to support our area schools and students as they navigate significant changes to their learning environment. American Broadband has options for households with students that do not currently have internet service. Please have any affected students/families contact the Customer Care Center at 1.888.262.2661 for more information. Thank you American Broadband!!
PPS Food Service (3.20.20)
Dinner - Turkey Sand., Lettuce Salad, Pineapple, Milk
Breakfast - Mini Donut, Orange, Milk
The food service program served 100 meals today to current or future PPS kids. The District is happy to provide this service during this extremely difficult time in history. Thank you to all who helped and to all who will continue to help with this program while the District is closed!
FINALLY, the program is aimed at providing food for ALL current or future PPS students. There are no guidelines for participation. We are excited to see the number of meals we serve grow, so don't hesitate to order a meal tomorrow!
A little good news for everyone on this rainy Thursday! Congratulations to Ashley Ostrand for being voted 1st team All Conference and congratulations to Faith Morris and Zoey Lehmkuhl for being voted Honorable Mention!
Cooks, Bus Drivers and Paras are all working diligently to feed our students while we are closed due to Covid-19. Meals are available for anyone ages 1-18 Monday-Friday. Please call the school to place your order for tomorrow. Call 402.385.3244 choose option#7
If you are needing lunch for your children (ages 1-18) today and breakfast for tomorrow, please contact the school before 9 am today. Thank you!
PPS Food Service (3.19.20)
Dinner - Chicken Strips, Carrots, Oranges, Milk
Breakfast - Biscuit, Egg, Apple, Milk
Students and Parent Please see the attached link for the 7-12 E-Day Expectations: https://5il.co/dwmi
The PPS Extended Closure Food Service Information is available at the following link: https://5il.co/dwlc. Please contact the school if you have any questions or need assistance.
Parents, we are here for you! If you need any help, please reach out. https://youtu.be/FFD1fUA30L8
Good Morning! The extended closure academic enrichment plan for Pender Elementary students is available at the following link: https://5il.co/dvmz. Please read through the plan & contact the school with questions. Additional info, activities, and fun ideas will be shared daily!
PPS will be closed from March 18 through April 3. School will hopefully resume on April 6. This letter talks about the District's plan for students while the building is closed to all people except employees. Hang in there everyone! Remember...It's a Great Day to be a Pendragon!!
