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Pershing Weekly 04/19/26

Posted Date: 04/19/26 (03:00 PM)
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Week 34 | April 19, 2026

An advertisement for Pershing School, part of Orange County Public Schools, with a photo of the school building.
 
A blue mascot holds a sign that says 'Mark Your Calendar' with a calendar icon.

Key Dates - April / May 2026

Friday, 4/24 - No School, Teacher Work Day
Monday, 4/27 - Friday, 5/1 - Teacher & Staff Appreciation Week (hosted by PTSO)
Tuesday, 4/28 - SAC Monthly Meeting
Thursday, 4/30 - NJHS Induction
Friday, 5/1 - 7th Grade Lock In Event
Monday, 5/4 - 6-8 FAST ELA Testing
Tuesday, 5/5 - 3-5 FAST ELA Testing
Wednesday, 5/6 - 6-8 FAST Math Testing
Wednesday, 5/6 - Extended Day Wed (Dismissal at 3pm)
Thursday, 5/7 - 3-5 FAST Math Testing
Thursday, 5/7 - PTSO Monthly Meeting
Friday, 5/8 - 5th grade Patrols Field Trip
CLICK HERE to view Full Calendar
 
Graphic announcing 'End of Year Award Ceremonies' with dates and times for various grades.
 
Poster announcing 'Teacher Appreciation Week' from April 27 - May 1, celebrating Pershing's Teachers & Staff as 'The Best in the West!'

Mark your calendars! Pershing Teacher & Staff Appreciation Week is coming soon!

We’re collecting $10 gift cards as part of the celebrations.

If you can, please sign-up to donate:
 
Free ECG screening events for rising 9th graders who plan to participate in band, ROTC, or play sports in high school during the 26/27 school year. https://www.whoweplayfor.org/heart-screening-registration
Poster announces FREE ECG SCREENINGS in April for students, with specific dates for Conway MS and Howard MS.
 
A green chalkboard displays text announcing an SAC Meeting on Tuesday, April 28th at 4:30 p.m. in the Media Center.
 
A mother and daughter share a happy moment outdoors, with text announcing the OCPS Family Survey.
 
April Breakfast Menu with daily offerings for each week, including dates and food items.
 
Pershing School Media Center announces book orders with a website link and contact email.

Athletic Updates

Middle School Athletics Overview

Students interested in participating in athletics must create an account on Aktivate.com to upload their current OCPS Sports Physical prior to trying out for any team. Students must also have a 2.0 grade point average overall.
If you have any questions please contact our Pershing Athletics Director Coach Dillon at 407-858-3160 x 3742268 or email him at eric.dillon@ocps.net.
Click here for more information
 
A schedule for Pershing School intramural sports, listing sports and dates.
 

ADDitions Volunteer Information

Volunteers Needed

8th Grade Science Event
Tuesday, April 21st


 

PTSO Updates

Poster for 'Pershing's Teachers & Staff Are The Best In The West!' Teacher Appreciation Week, April 27 - May 1.
Poster for Pershing School PTSO Pickleball Night on Friday, May 8, 5-7 PM at Fort Gaitlin Tennis Center.
A thank you graphic lists sponsors for Pershing School's Parent Teacher Student Organization.
 

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