Month: January 2021

Friday, January 29, 2021

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Baseball
B Team and JV Baseball (grades 6-10) will hold practice/tryouts on Monday, Feb 1 at 3:45 p.m. on the baseball field. Please contact Head Coach Chris Phillips for additional information at
843-446-9199.

For Parents Interested in Job Opportunity
Interested in opportunities to be more involved in your child’s school? Looking to have fun with and be a hero to our young students?  Here’s your chance!  Pinewood Plus, our award-winning afterschool program, is looking for parents who want to make some cash with minimal time commitment each day while getting to know your student’s schoolmates and families.  For more information, please email Julie Londergan at jlondergan@pinewoodprep.com.

Tennis Try-Outs Postponed
Try-outs for the Tennis team will begin on Monday, Feb. 8 at 4 p.m.

Spring Sports
Please note that Spring sports will be starting soon. Every student athlete must have a current sports physical on file and be registered in 8to18 to be able to participate. If you have any questions please contact Coach Osborne.

JV/Varsity Soccer Try-outs

  • Girls and Boys Varsity soccer try-outs will begin February 1 at 3:30 p.m. for those in grades 8-12. Please meet on the main field.
  • Girls and Boys JV soccer try-outs will begin February 8 at 3:30 p.m. for those in grades 6-10. Please meet on the back field.

Uniform Guidelines Reminder

Please be reminded of the following uniform guidelines for cold weather days:

  • Tights and Leggings
    • Tights or leggings may be worn under dresses, jumpers, skirts or skorts;
    • Leggings are not to be worn separately as pants;
    • Students will be expected to wear solid colored blue, black, white, or gray leggings or tights under plaid skirts, skorts, and dresses;
    • Students may wear print or solid colored leggings or tights with blue, gray, or tan uniform skirts, skorts, and dresses.
    • Students may not wear athletic attire (i.e. joggers) on school days;
    • On Friday Spirit Wear Days, students may only wear leggings with uniform skirts, skorts and dresses;
    • Students may not wear leggings with a shirt or sweatshirt only; and
    • All skirts, skorts, shorts, dresses and jumpers are required to be within 3 inches from the top of the knee.
  • Optional Outerwear
    • All students may wear outerwear from Lands’ End with an approved collared shirt underneath in classrooms;
    • Students may also wear Pinewood branded outerwear with appropriate school colors and logos in classrooms (with the exception of hoodies);
    • Students are prohibited from wearing outerwear that is not school-approved while in school buildings or classrooms. However, they may wear such items (i.e. winter coats) in between classes when moving outdoors between buildings with the exception of hoodies;
    • For students seeking school-approved outerwear options, Pinewood partners with SquadLocker to offer team and general school spirit wear.

Please remember to label all uniform items–especially sweaters, jackets, and coats. Please review the Uniform Guidelines for additional information.

Absence Reporting on Panther Tracks for all Pinewood Students
It is imperative that absences are documented by parents on Panther Tracks as soon as possible. When a student is absent for a full school day, for any reason, parents are expected to report the absence on Panther Tracks the day of the absence, but no later than one day after the absence. For your convenience, we have included the Panther Tracks link here – https://pw-sc.client.renweb.com/pwr/ – and it can also be found on FACTS ParentsWeb. Thank you for helping us accurately record student absences.

Monday Birthdays: 
Barrett Popielarz, grade 1
Caitlyn Bulford, grade 10
Mrs. Billie Cody

Thursday, January 28, 2021

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For Parents Interested in Job Opportunity
Interested in opportunities to be more involved in your child’s school? Looking to have fun with and be a hero to our young students?  Here’s your chance!  Pinewood Plus, our award-winning afterschool program, is looking for parents who want to make some cash with minimal time commitment each day while getting to know your student’s schoolmates and families.  For more information, please email Julie Londergan at jlondergan@pinewoodprep.com.

Tennis Try-Outs Postponed
Try-outs for the Tennis team will begin on Monday, Feb. 8 at 4 p.m.

Prom Committee
The Prom Committee will meet on Thursday, Jan. 28 at lunch in Mr. Ruddy’s room. All interested students are welcome.

Spring Sports
Please note that Spring sports will be starting soon. Every student athlete must have a current sports physical on file and be registered in 8to18 to be able to participate. If you have any questions please contact Coach Osborne.

JV/Varsity Soccer Try-outs

  • Girls and Boys Varsity soccer try-outs will begin February 1 at 3:30 p.m. for those in grades 8-12. Please meet on the main field.
  • Girls and Boys JV soccer try-outs will begin February 8 at 3:30 p.m. for those in grades 6-10. Please meet on the back field.

Baseball

Baseball Practice/Tryouts for grades 6-8 will begin Monday, February 1 at 3:45 p.m. on the baseball field. Baseball attire recommended. For more information, contact Coach Jay Buddin at Jaybuddin@gmail.com or Coach Chris Phillips at sportsnut2692@yahoo.com.

Uniform Guidelines Reminder

Please be reminded of the following uniform guidelines for cold weather days:

  • Tights and Leggings
    • Tights or leggings may be worn under dresses, jumpers, skirts or skorts;
    • Leggings are not to be worn separately as pants;
    • Students will be expected to wear solid colored blue, black, white, or gray leggings or tights under plaid skirts, skorts, and dresses;
    • Students may wear print or solid colored leggings or tights with blue, gray, or tan uniform skirts, skorts, and dresses.
    • Students may not wear athletic attire (i.e. joggers) on school days;
    • On Friday Spirit Wear Days, students may only wear leggings with uniform skirts, skorts and dresses;
    • Students may not wear leggings with a shirt or sweatshirt only; and
    • All skirts, skorts, shorts, dresses and jumpers are required to be within 3 inches from the top of the knee.
  • Optional Outerwear
    • All students may wear outerwear from Lands’ End with an approved collared shirt underneath in classrooms;
    • Students may also wear Pinewood branded outerwear with appropriate school colors and logos in classrooms (with the exception of hoodies);
    • Students are prohibited from wearing outerwear that is not school-approved while in school buildings or classrooms. However, they may wear such items (i.e. winter coats) in between classes when moving outdoors between buildings with the exception of hoodies;
    • For students seeking school-approved outerwear options, Pinewood partners with SquadLocker to offer team and general school spirit wear.

Please remember to label all uniform items–especially sweaters, jackets, and coats. Please review the Uniform Guidelines for additional information.

Absence Reporting on Panther Tracks for all Pinewood Students
It is imperative that absences are documented by parents on Panther Tracks as soon as possible. When a student is absent for a full school day, for any reason, parents are expected to report the absence on Panther Tracks the day of the absence, but no later than one day after the absence. For your convenience, we have included the Panther Tracks link here – https://pw-sc.client.renweb.com/pwr/ – and it can also be found on FACTS ParentsWeb. Thank you for helping us accurately record student absences.

Friday and Weekend Birthdays: 
Mykaela Payne, PK3
Brooks Backman, grade 1
Nico Guarino, grade 2
Willis McDonald, grade 2
Harrison Reagin, grade 8
Corbin Rogers, grade 10
Kielen Medlin, grade 11

Wednesday, January 27, 2021

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For Parents Interested in Job Opportunity
Interested in opportunities to be more involved in your child’s school? Looking to have fun with and be a hero to our young students?  Here’s your chance!  Pinewood Plus, our award-winning afterschool program, is looking for parents who want to make some cash with minimal time commitment each day while getting to know your student’s schoolmates and families.  For more information, please email Julie Londergan at jlondergan@pinewoodprep.com.

Tennis Try-Outs Postponed
Try-outs for the Tennis team will begin on Monday, Feb. 8 at 4 p.m.

Prom Committee
The Prom Committee will meet on Thursday, Jan. 28 at lunch in Mr. Ruddy’s room. All interested students are welcome.

Spring Sports
Please note that Spring sports will be starting soon. Every student athlete must have a current sports physical on file and be registered in 8to18 to be able to participate. If you have any questions please contact Coach Osborne.

JV/Varsity Soccer Try-outs

  • Girls and Boys Varsity soccer try-outs will begin February 1 at 3:30 p.m. for those in grades 8-12. Please meet on the main field.
  • Girls and Boys JV soccer try-outs will begin February 8 at 3:30 p.m. for those in grades 6-10. Please meet on the back field.

Baseball

Baseball Practice/Tryouts for grades 6-8 will begin Monday, February 1 at 3:45 p.m. on the baseball field. Baseball attire recommended. For more information, contact Coach Jay Buddin at Jaybuddin@gmail.com or Coach Chris Phillips at sportsnut2692@yahoo.com.

Uniform Guidelines Reminder

Please be reminded of the following uniform guidelines for cold weather days:

  • Tights and Leggings
    • Tights or leggings may be worn under dresses, jumpers, skirts or skorts;
    • Leggings are not to be worn separately as pants;
    • Students will be expected to wear solid colored blue, black, white, or gray leggings or tights under plaid skirts, skorts, and dresses;
    • Students may wear print or solid colored leggings or tights with blue, gray, or tan uniform skirts, skorts, and dresses.
    • Students may not wear athletic attire (i.e. joggers) on school days;
    • On Friday Spirit Wear Days, students may only wear leggings with uniform skirts, skorts and dresses;
    • Students may not wear leggings with a shirt or sweatshirt only; and
    • All skirts, skorts, shorts, dresses and jumpers are required to be within 3 inches from the top of the knee.
  • Optional Outerwear
    • All students may wear outerwear from Lands’ End with an approved collared shirt underneath in classrooms;
    • Students may also wear Pinewood branded outerwear with appropriate school colors and logos in classrooms (with the exception of hoodies);
    • Students are prohibited from wearing outerwear that is not school-approved while in school buildings or classrooms. However, they may wear such items (i.e. winter coats) in between classes when moving outdoors between buildings with the exception of hoodies;
    • For students seeking school-approved outerwear options, Pinewood partners with SquadLocker to offer team and general school spirit wear.

Please remember to label all uniform items–especially sweaters, jackets, and coats. Please review the Uniform Guidelines for additional information.

Absence Reporting on Panther Tracks for all Pinewood Students
It is imperative that absences are documented by parents on Panther Tracks as soon as possible. When a student is absent for a full school day, for any reason, parents are expected to report the absence on Panther Tracks the day of the absence, but no later than one day after the absence. For your convenience, we have included the Panther Tracks link here – https://pw-sc.client.renweb.com/pwr/ – and it can also be found on FACTS ParentsWeb. Thank you for helping us accurately record student absences.

Thursday Birthdays: 
Coleman Lloyd, K5
Harrison Weston, grade 10

Tuesday, January 26, 2021

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For Parents Interested in Job Opportunity
Interested in opportunities to be more involved in your child’s school? Looking to have fun with and be a hero to our young students?  Here’s your chance!  Pinewood Plus, our award-winning afterschool program, is looking for parents who want to make some cash with minimal time commitment each day while getting to know your student’s schoolmates and families.  For more information, please email Julie Londergan at jlondergan@pinewoodprep.com.

Tennis Try-Outs Postponed
Try-outs for the Tennis team will begin on Monday, Feb. 8 at 4 p.m.

Prom Committee
The Prom Committee will meet on Thursday, Jan. 28 at lunch in Mr. Ruddy’s room. All interested students are welcome.

Spring Sports
Please note that Spring sports will be starting soon. Every student athlete must have a current sports physical on file and be registered in 8to18 to be able to participate. If you have any questions please contact Coach Osborne.

JV/Varsity Soccer Try-outs

  • Girls and Boys Varsity soccer try-outs will begin February 1 at 3:30 p.m. for those in grades 8-12. Please meet on the main field.
  • Girls and Boys JV soccer try-outs will begin February 8 at 3:30 p.m. for those in grades 6-10. Please meet on the back field.

Baseball

Baseball Practice/Tryouts for grades 6-8 will begin Monday, February 1 at 3:45 p.m. on the baseball field. Baseball attire recommended. For more information, contact Coach Jay Buddin at Jaybuddin@gmail.com or Coach Chris Phillips at sportsnut2692@yahoo.com.

Uniform Guidelines Reminder

Please be reminded of the following uniform guidelines for cold weather days:

  • Tights and Leggings
    • Tights or leggings may be worn under dresses, jumpers, skirts or skorts;
    • Leggings are not to be worn separately as pants;
    • Students will be expected to wear solid colored blue, black, white, or gray leggings or tights under plaid skirts, skorts, and dresses;
    • Students may wear print or solid colored leggings or tights with blue, gray, or tan uniform skirts, skorts, and dresses.
    • Students may not wear athletic attire (i.e. joggers) on school days;
    • On Friday Spirit Wear Days, students may only wear leggings with uniform skirts, skorts and dresses;
    • Students may not wear leggings with a shirt or sweatshirt only; and
    • All skirts, skorts, shorts, dresses and jumpers are required to be within 3 inches from the top of the knee.
  • Optional Outerwear
    • All students may wear outerwear from Lands’ End with an approved collared shirt underneath in classrooms;
    • Students may also wear Pinewood branded outerwear with appropriate school colors and logos in classrooms (with the exception of hoodies);
    • Students are prohibited from wearing outerwear that is not school-approved while in school buildings or classrooms. However, they may wear such items (i.e. winter coats) in between classes when moving outdoors between buildings with the exception of hoodies;
    • For students seeking school-approved outerwear options, Pinewood partners with SquadLocker to offer team and general school spirit wear.

Please remember to label all uniform items–especially sweaters, jackets, and coats. Please review the Uniform Guidelines for additional information.

Absence Reporting on Panther Tracks for all Pinewood Students
It is imperative that absences are documented by parents on Panther Tracks as soon as possible. When a student is absent for a full school day, for any reason, parents are expected to report the absence on Panther Tracks the day of the absence, but no later than one day after the absence. For your convenience, we have included the Panther Tracks link here – https://pw-sc.client.renweb.com/pwr/ – and it can also be found on FACTS ParentsWeb. Thank you for helping us accurately record student absences.

Wednesday Birthdays: 
Tucker Cole, grade 1
Chelsea Peacher, grade 1

Monday, January 25, 2021

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Spring Sports
Please note that Spring sports will be starting soon. Every student athlete must have a current sports physical on file and be registered in 8to18 to be able to participate. If you have any questions please contact Coach Osborne.

JV/Varsity Soccer Try-outs

  • Girls and Boys Varsity soccer try-outs will begin February 1 at 3:30 p.m. for those in grades 8-12. Please meet on the main field.
  • Girls and Boys JV soccer try-outs will begin February 8 at 3:30 p.m. for those in grades 6-10. Please meet on the back field.

Baseball

Baseball Practice/Tryouts for grades 6-8 will begin Monday, February 1 at 3:45 p.m. on the baseball field. Baseball attire recommended. For more information, contact Coach Jay Buddin at Jaybuddin@gmail.com or Coach Chris Phillips at sportsnut2692@yahoo.com.

Boys Tennis
Tennis for boys in grades 6 – 12 will begin on Tuesday, January 26 at 4 p.m.  Please meet on the tennis courts.

Uniform Guidelines Reminder

Please be reminded of the following uniform guidelines for cold weather days:

  • Tights and Leggings
    • Tights or leggings may be worn under dresses, jumpers, skirts or skorts;
    • Leggings are not to be worn separately as pants;
    • Students will be expected to wear solid colored blue, black, white, or gray leggings or tights under plaid skirts, skorts, and dresses;
    • Students may wear print or solid colored leggings or tights with blue, gray, or tan uniform skirts, skorts, and dresses.
    • Students may not wear athletic attire (i.e. joggers) on school days;
    • On Friday Spirit Wear Days, students may only wear leggings with uniform skirts, skorts and dresses;
    • Students may not wear leggings with a shirt or sweatshirt only; and
    • All skirts, skorts, shorts, dresses and jumpers are required to be within 3 inches from the top of the knee.
  • Optional Outerwear
    • All students may wear outerwear from Lands’ End with an approved collared shirt underneath in classrooms;
    • Students may also wear Pinewood branded outerwear with appropriate school colors and logos in classrooms (with the exception of hoodies);
    • Students are prohibited from wearing outerwear that is not school-approved while in school buildings or classrooms. However, they may wear such items (i.e. winter coats) in between classes when moving outdoors between buildings with the exception of hoodies;
    • For students seeking school-approved outerwear options, Pinewood partners with SquadLocker to offer team and general school spirit wear.

Please remember to label all uniform items–especially sweaters, jackets, and coats. Please review the Uniform Guidelines for additional information.

Absence Reporting on Panther Tracks for all Pinewood Students
It is imperative that absences are documented by parents on Panther Tracks as soon as possible. When a student is absent for a full school day, for any reason, parents are expected to report the absence on Panther Tracks the day of the absence, but no later than one day after the absence. For your convenience, we have included the Panther Tracks link here – https://pw-sc.client.renweb.com/pwr/ – and it can also be found on FACTS ParentsWeb. Thank you for helping us accurately record student absences.

Tuesday Birthdays: 
Finley White, PK4
Ms. Olivia Guillet

Friday, January 22, 2021

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Spring Sports
Please note that Spring sports will be starting soon. Every student athlete must have a current sports physical on file and be registered in 8to18 to be able to participate. If you have any questions please contact Coach Osborne.

JV/Varsity Soccer Try-outs

  • Girls and Boys Varsity soccer try-outs will begin February 1 at 3:30 p.m. for those in grades 8-12. Please meet on the main field.
  • Girls and Boys JV soccer try-outs will begin February 8 at 3:30 p.m. for those in grades 6-10. Please meet on the back field.

Baseball

Baseball Practice/Tryouts for grades 6-8 will begin Monday, February 1 at 3:45 p.m. on the baseball field. Baseball attire recommended. For more information, contact Coach Jay Buddin at Jaybuddin@gmail.com or Coach Chris Phillips at sportsnut2692@yahoo.com.

Boys Tennis
Tennis for boys in grades 6 – 12 will begin on Monday, January 25 at 4 p.m.  Please meet on the tennis courts.

Girls Lacrosse

There will be a Parent/Player Meeting for girls in grades 8 – 12 who plan on playing Girls Lacrosse this spring. The meeting will be Monday, January 25 at 6:30 p.m. in Smith Hall . It is important to attend to receive information about the season and the lacrosse program.

Uniform Guidelines Reminder

Please be reminded of the following uniform guidelines for cold weather days:

  • Tights and Leggings
    • Tights or leggings may be worn under dresses, jumpers, skirts or skorts;
    • Leggings are not to be worn separately as pants;
    • Students will be expected to wear solid colored blue, black, white, or gray leggings or tights under plaid skirts, skorts, and dresses;
    • Students may wear print or solid colored leggings or tights with blue, gray, or tan uniform skirts, skorts, and dresses.
    • Students may not wear athletic attire (i.e. joggers) on school days;
    • On Friday Spirit Wear Days, students may only wear leggings with uniform skirts, skorts and dresses;
    • Students may not wear leggings with a shirt or sweatshirt only; and
    • All skirts, skorts, shorts, dresses and jumpers are required to be within 3 inches from the top of the knee.
  • Optional Outerwear
    • All students may wear outerwear from Lands’ End with an approved collared shirt underneath in classrooms;
    • Students may also wear Pinewood branded outerwear with appropriate school colors and logos in classrooms (with the exception of hoodies);
    • Students are prohibited from wearing outerwear that is not school-approved while in school buildings or classrooms. However, they may wear such items (i.e. winter coats) in between classes when moving outdoors between buildings with the exception of hoodies;
    • For students seeking school-approved outerwear options, Pinewood partners with SquadLocker to offer team and general school spirit wear.

Please remember to label all uniform items–especially sweaters, jackets, and coats. Please review the Uniform Guidelines for additional information.

Absence Reporting on Panther Tracks for all Pinewood Students
It is imperative that absences are documented by parents on Panther Tracks as soon as possible. When a student is absent for a full school day, for any reason, parents are expected to report the absence on Panther Tracks the day of the absence, but no later than one day after the absence. For your convenience, we have included the Panther Tracks link here – https://pw-sc.client.renweb.com/pwr/ – and it can also be found on FACTS ParentsWeb. Thank you for helping us accurately record student absences.

Monday Birthdays: 
Sophia Testa, grade 8
Kyrie Weston, grade 9

Thursday, January 21, 2021

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Tickets for Friday’s Game
There will be 30 tickets available for Pinewood high school students for Friday night’s game vs. Northwood. Please go online on the athletic website to secure your tickets for the game and come out and support your Panthers. Masks must be worn at all times in the bleachers.

Spring Sports
Please note that Spring sports will be starting soon. Every student athlete must have a current sports physical on file and be registered in 8to18 to be able to participate. If you have any questions please contact Coach Osborne.

JV/Varsity Soccer Try-outs

  • Girls and Boys Varsity soccer try-outs will begin February 1 at 3:30 p.m. for those in grades 8-12. Please meet on the main field.
  • Girls and Boys JV soccer try-outs will begin February 8 at 3:30 p.m. for those in grades 6-10. Please meet on the back field.

Baseball

Baseball Practice/Tryouts for grades 6-8 will begin Monday, February 1 at 3:45 p.m. on the baseball field. Baseball attire recommended. For more information, contact Coach Jay Buddin at Jaybuddin@gmail.com or Coach Chris Phillips at sportsnut2692@yahoo.com.

Boys Tennis
Tennis for boys in grades 6 – 12 will begin on Monday, January 25 at 4 p.m.  Please meet on the tennis courts.

Girls Lacrosse

  • There will be a Parent/Player Meeting for girls in grades 8 – 12 who plan on playing Girls Lacrosse this spring. The meeting will be Monday, January 25 at 6:30 p.m. in Smith Hall . It is important to attend to receive information about the season and the lacrosse program.
  • Conditioning
    • Who: Girls wanting to play lacrosse this spring in grades 8 – 12
    • Where: Backfield behind Tennis Courts
    • Time: 3:30 – 4:30 p.m.
    • When: Jan. 20 and 21
    • What is needed….water Bottle, cleats or athletic shoes, stick and goggles.

Jeans in January
Jeans in January is a longstanding tradition for Pinewood’s faculty and staff members. During this unprecedented year, we are extending the opportunity to wear jeans for the month of January to our student body as well!

For a $20 donation, each student can wear jeans or khaki pants for the month of January, along with any Pinewood spirit wear top. Proceeds will go toward an end-of-year celebration for the ages! Our community deserves to have a special event that we can all look forward to as May approaches (date TBD). Fridays will continue to be Spirit Days for all students, regardless of participation in Jeans in January. Please note, Jeans in January attire will follow the same rules regarding jeans and spirit wear as stated in the Uniform Guidelines.

All funds collected through the student Jeans in January initiative will support an end-of-year celebration. Students who participate in Jeans in January will automatically receive free admission to the year-end party (more details to follow).

Students interested in participating can apply the $20 donation to their Panther Pass with parent permission. Parents, please visit the links listed below to confirm your student’s participation:

Lower School (PK3-Grade 5)
Middle School (Grades 6-8)
High School (Grades 9-12)

Uniform Guidelines Reminder

Please be reminded of the following uniform guidelines for cold weather days:

  • Tights and Leggings
    • Tights or leggings may be worn under dresses, jumpers, skirts or skorts;
    • Leggings are not to be worn separately as pants;
    • Students will be expected to wear solid colored blue, black, white, or gray leggings or tights under plaid skirts, skorts, and dresses;
    • Students may wear print or solid colored leggings or tights with blue, gray, or tan uniform skirts, skorts, and dresses.
    • Students may not wear athletic attire (i.e. joggers) on school days;
    • On Friday Spirit Wear Days, students may only wear leggings with uniform skirts, skorts and dresses;
    • Students may not wear leggings with a shirt or sweatshirt only; and
    • All skirts, skorts, shorts, dresses and jumpers are required to be within 3 inches from the top of the knee.
  • Optional Outerwear
    • All students may wear outerwear from Lands’ End with an approved collared shirt underneath in classrooms;
    • Students may also wear Pinewood branded outerwear with appropriate school colors and logos in classrooms (with the exception of hoodies);
    • Students are prohibited from wearing outerwear that is not school-approved while in school buildings or classrooms. However, they may wear such items (i.e. winter coats) in between classes when moving outdoors between buildings with the exception of hoodies;
    • For students seeking school-approved outerwear options, Pinewood partners with SquadLocker to offer team and general school spirit wear.

Please remember to label all uniform items–especially sweaters, jackets, and coats. Please review the Uniform Guidelines for additional information.

Absence Reporting on Panther Tracks for all Pinewood Students
It is imperative that absences are documented by parents on Panther Tracks as soon as possible. When a student is absent for a full school day, for any reason, parents are expected to report the absence on Panther Tracks the day of the absence, but no later than one day after the absence. For your convenience, we have included the Panther Tracks link here – https://pw-sc.client.renweb.com/pwr/ – and it can also be found on FACTS ParentsWeb. Thank you for helping us accurately record student absences.

Friday and Weekend Birthdays: 

Walter Wilkerson, PK4
Elizabeth Eastman, grade 1
Walker Murray, grade 8
Thomas Robertson, grade 10
Anthony Hibbard, grade 11
Benjamin Brown, grade 12
Anna Kabine, grade 12

Wednesday, January 20, 2021

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Tickets for Friday Game

There will be 30 tickets available for Pinewood high school students for Friday night’s game vs. Northwood. Please go online on the athletic website to secure your tickets for the game and come out and support your Panthers. Masks must be worn at all times in the bleachers.

Spring Sports
Please note that Spring sports will be starting soon. Every student athlete must have a current sports physical on file and be registered in 8to18 to be able to participate. If you have any questions please contact Coach Osborne.

JV/Varsity Soccer Try-outs

  • Girls and Boys Varsity soccer try-outs will begin February 1 at 3:30 p.m. for those in grades 8-12. Please meet on the main field.
  • Girls and Boys JV soccer try-outs will begin February 8 at 3:30 p.m. for those in grades 6-10. Please meet on the back field.

Baseball

Baseball Practice/Tryouts for grades 6-8 will begin Monday, February 1 at 3:45 p.m. on the baseball field. Baseball attire recommended. For more information, contact Coach Jay Buddin at Jaybuddin@gmail.com or Coach Chris Phillips at sportsnut2692@yahoo.com.

Boys Tennis
Tennis for boys in grades 6 – 12 will begin on Monday, January 25 at 4 p.m.  Please meet on the tennis courts.

Girls Lacrosse

  • There will be a Parent/Player Meeting for girls in grades 8 – 12 who plan on playing Girls Lacrosse this spring. The meeting will be Monday, January 25 at 6:30 p.m. in Smith Hall . It is important to attend to receive information about the season and the lacrosse program.
  • Conditioning
    • Who: Girls wanting to play lacrosse this spring in grades 8 – 12
    • Where: Backfield behind Tennis Courts
    • Time: 3:30 – 4:30 p.m.
    • When: Jan. 20 and 21
    • What is needed….water Bottle, cleats or athletic shoes, stick and goggles.

Jeans in January
Jeans in January is a longstanding tradition for Pinewood’s faculty and staff members. During this unprecedented year, we are extending the opportunity to wear jeans for the month of January to our student body as well!

For a $20 donation, each student can wear jeans or khaki pants for the month of January, along with any Pinewood spirit wear top. Proceeds will go toward an end-of-year celebration for the ages! Our community deserves to have a special event that we can all look forward to as May approaches (date TBD). Fridays will continue to be Spirit Days for all students, regardless of participation in Jeans in January. Please note, Jeans in January attire will follow the same rules regarding jeans and spirit wear as stated in the Uniform Guidelines.

All funds collected through the student Jeans in January initiative will support an end-of-year celebration. Students who participate in Jeans in January will automatically receive free admission to the year-end party (more details to follow).

Students interested in participating can apply the $20 donation to their Panther Pass with parent permission. Parents, please visit the links listed below to confirm your student’s participation:

Lower School (PK3-Grade 5)
Middle School (Grades 6-8)
High School (Grades 9-12)

Uniform Guidelines Reminder

Please be reminded of the following uniform guidelines for cold weather days:

  • Tights and Leggings
    • Tights or leggings may be worn under dresses, jumpers, skirts or skorts;
    • Leggings are not to be worn separately as pants;
    • Students will be expected to wear solid colored blue, black, white, or gray leggings or tights under plaid skirts, skorts, and dresses;
    • Students may wear print or solid colored leggings or tights with blue, gray, or tan uniform skirts, skorts, and dresses.
    • Students may not wear athletic attire (i.e. joggers) on school days;
    • On Friday Spirit Wear Days, students may only wear leggings with uniform skirts, skorts and dresses;
    • Students may not wear leggings with a shirt or sweatshirt only; and
    • All skirts, skorts, shorts, dresses and jumpers are required to be within 3 inches from the top of the knee.
  • Optional Outerwear
    • All students may wear outerwear from Lands’ End with an approved collared shirt underneath in classrooms;
    • Students may also wear Pinewood branded outerwear with appropriate school colors and logos in classrooms (with the exception of hoodies);
    • Students are prohibited from wearing outerwear that is not school-approved while in school buildings or classrooms. However, they may wear such items (i.e. winter coats) in between classes when moving outdoors between buildings with the exception of hoodies;
    • For students seeking school-approved outerwear options, Pinewood partners with SquadLocker to offer team and general school spirit wear.

Please remember to label all uniform items–especially sweaters, jackets, and coats. Please review the Uniform Guidelines for additional information.

Absence Reporting on Panther Tracks for all Pinewood Students
It is imperative that absences are documented by parents on Panther Tracks as soon as possible. When a student is absent for a full school day, for any reason, parents are expected to report the absence on Panther Tracks the day of the absence, but no later than one day after the absence. For your convenience, we have included the Panther Tracks link here – https://pw-sc.client.renweb.com/pwr/ – and it can also be found on FACTS ParentsWeb. Thank you for helping us accurately record student absences.

Thursday Birthdays: 

McGregor Byrne, grade 6

Casimir Repaskey-McMullan, grade 10

Tuesday, January 19, 2021

pinewoodprep Uncategorized

Spring Sports
Please note that Spring sports will be starting soon. Every student athlete must have a current sports physical on file and be registered in 8to18 to be able to participate. If you have any questions please contact Coach Osborne.

JV/Varsity Soccer Try-outs

  • Girls and Boys Varsity soccer try-outs will begin February 1 at 3:30 p.m. for those in grades 8-12. Please meet on the main field.
  • Girls and Boys JV soccer try-outs will begin February 8 at 3:30 p.m. for those in grades 6-10. Please meet on the back field.

Baseball

Baseball Practice/Tryouts for grades 6-8 will begin Monday, February 1 at 3:45 p.m. on the baseball field. Baseball attire recommended. For more information, contact Coach Jay Buddin at Jaybuddin@gmail.com or Coach Chris Phillips at sportsnut2692@yahoo.com.

Boys Tennis
Tennis for boys in grades 6 – 12 will begin on Monday, January 25 at 4 p.m.  Please meet on the tennis courts.

Girls Lacrosse

  • There will be a Parent/Player Meeting for girls in grades 8 – 12 who plan on playing Girls Lacrosse this spring. The meeting will be Monday, January 25 at 6:30 p.m. in Smith Hall . It is important to attend to receive information about the season and the lacrosse program.
  • Conditioning
    • Who: Girls wanting to play lacrosse this spring in grades 8 – 12
    • Where: Backfield behind Tennis Courts
    • Time: 3:30 – 4:30 p.m.
    • When: Jan. 20 and 21
    • What is needed….water Bottle, cleats or athletic shoes, stick and goggles.

Jeans in January
Jeans in January is a longstanding tradition for Pinewood’s faculty and staff members. During this unprecedented year, we are extending the opportunity to wear jeans for the month of January to our student body as well!

For a $20 donation, each student can wear jeans or khaki pants for the month of January, along with any Pinewood spirit wear top. Proceeds will go toward an end-of-year celebration for the ages! Our community deserves to have a special event that we can all look forward to as May approaches (date TBD). Fridays will continue to be Spirit Days for all students, regardless of participation in Jeans in January. Please note, Jeans in January attire will follow the same rules regarding jeans and spirit wear as stated in the Uniform Guidelines.

All funds collected through the student Jeans in January initiative will support an end-of-year celebration. Students who participate in Jeans in January will automatically receive free admission to the year-end party (more details to follow).

Students interested in participating can apply the $20 donation to their Panther Pass with parent permission. Parents, please visit the links listed below to confirm your student’s participation:

Lower School (PK3-Grade 5)
Middle School (Grades 6-8)
High School (Grades 9-12)

Uniform Guidelines Reminder

Please be reminded of the following uniform guidelines for cold weather days:

  • Tights and Leggings
    • Tights or leggings may be worn under dresses, jumpers, skirts or skorts;
    • Leggings are not to be worn separately as pants;
    • Students will be expected to wear solid colored blue, black, white, or gray leggings or tights under plaid skirts, skorts, and dresses;
    • Students may wear print or solid colored leggings or tights with blue, gray, or tan uniform skirts, skorts, and dresses.
    • Students may not wear athletic attire (i.e. joggers) on school days;
    • On Friday Spirit Wear Days, students may only wear leggings with uniform skirts, skorts and dresses;
    • Students may not wear leggings with a shirt or sweatshirt only; and
    • All skirts, skorts, shorts, dresses and jumpers are required to be within 3 inches from the top of the knee.
  • Optional Outerwear
    • All students may wear outerwear from Lands’ End with an approved collared shirt underneath in classrooms;
    • Students may also wear Pinewood branded outerwear with appropriate school colors and logos in classrooms (with the exception of hoodies);
    • Students are prohibited from wearing outerwear that is not school-approved while in school buildings or classrooms. However, they may wear such items (i.e. winter coats) in between classes when moving outdoors between buildings with the exception of hoodies;
    • For students seeking school-approved outerwear options, Pinewood partners with SquadLocker to offer team and general school spirit wear.

Please remember to label all uniform items–especially sweaters, jackets, and coats. Please review the Uniform Guidelines for additional information.

Absence Reporting on Panther Tracks for all Pinewood Students
It is imperative that absences are documented by parents on Panther Tracks as soon as possible. When a student is absent for a full school day, for any reason, parents are expected to report the absence on Panther Tracks the day of the absence, but no later than one day after the absence. For your convenience, we have included the Panther Tracks link here – https://pw-sc.client.renweb.com/pwr/ – and it can also be found on FACTS ParentsWeb. Thank you for helping us accurately record student absences.

Tuesday and Wednesday Birthdays: 

Eden Miller, grade 2
Maryn  Zielke, grade 3
Danica Williams, grade 3
Madison Truncale, grade 6
Reagan Walker, grade 10
Mary Ha, grade 11

Friday, January 15, 2021

pinewoodprep Uncategorized

Spring Sports
Please note that Spring sports will be starting soon. Every student athlete must have a current sports physical on file and be registered in 8to18 to be able to participate. If you have any questions please contact Coach Osborne.

JV/Varsity Soccer Try-outs

  • Girls and Boys Varsity soccer try-outs will begin February 1 at 3:30 p.m. for those in grades 8-12. Please meet on the main field.
  • Girls and Boys JV soccer try-outs will begin February 8 at 3:30 p.m. for those in grades 6-10. Please meet on the back field.

Spring Track Conditioning
For students planning on running track this spring, there will be conditioning for long distance runners beginning on Tuesday, January 19 at 4:30 p.m. for those in grades 8 – 12. Students will meet under the pavilion area by the concession stand by the football field.

Baseball

Baseball Practice/Tryouts for grades 6-8 will begin Monday, February 1 at 3:45 p.m. on the baseball field. Baseball attire recommended. For more information, contact Coach Jay Buddin at Jaybuddin@gmail.com or Coach Chris Phillips at sportsnut2692@yahoo.com.

Boys Tennis
Tennis for boys in grades 6 – 12 will begin on Monday, January 25 at 4 p.m.  Please meet on the tennis courts.

Girls Lacrosse

  • There will be a Parent/Player Meeting for girls in grades 8 – 12 who plan on playing Girls Lacrosse this spring. The meeting will be Monday, January 25 at 6:30 p.m. in Smith Hall . It is important to attend to receive information about the season and the lacrosse program.
  • Conditioning
    • Who: Girls wanting to play lacrosse this spring in grades 8 – 12
    • Where: Backfield behind Tennis Courts
    • Time: 3:30 – 4:30 p.m.
    • When: Jan. 13, 14, 18, 20 and 21
    • What is needed….water Bottle, cleats or athletic shoes, stick and goggles.

Jeans in January
Jeans in January is a longstanding tradition for Pinewood’s faculty and staff members. During this unprecedented year, we are extending the opportunity to wear jeans for the month of January to our student body as well!

For a $20 donation, each student can wear jeans or khaki pants for the month of January, along with any Pinewood spirit wear top. Proceeds will go toward an end-of-year celebration for the ages! Our community deserves to have a special event that we can all look forward to as May approaches (date TBD). Fridays will continue to be Spirit Days for all students, regardless of participation in Jeans in January. Please note, Jeans in January attire will follow the same rules regarding jeans and spirit wear as stated in the Uniform Guidelines.

All funds collected through the student Jeans in January initiative will support an end-of-year celebration. Students who participate in Jeans in January will automatically receive free admission to the year-end party (more details to follow).

Students interested in participating can apply the $20 donation to their Panther Pass with parent permission. Parents, please visit the links listed below to confirm your student’s participation:

Lower School (PK3-Grade 5)
Middle School (Grades 6-8)
High School (Grades 9-12)

Uniform Guidelines Reminder

Please be reminded of the following uniform guidelines for cold weather days:

  • Tights and Leggings
    • Tights or leggings may be worn under dresses, jumpers, skirts or skorts;
    • Leggings are not to be worn separately as pants;
    • Students will be expected to wear solid colored blue, black, white, or gray leggings or tights under plaid skirts, skorts, and dresses;
    • Students may wear print or solid colored leggings or tights with blue, gray, or tan uniform skirts, skorts, and dresses.
    • Students may not wear athletic attire (i.e. joggers) on school days;
    • On Friday Spirit Wear Days, students may only wear leggings with uniform skirts, skorts and dresses;
    • Students may not wear leggings with a shirt or sweatshirt only; and
    • All skirts, skorts, shorts, dresses and jumpers are required to be within 3 inches from the top of the knee.
  • Optional Outerwear
    • All students may wear outerwear from Lands’ End with an approved collared shirt underneath in classrooms;
    • Students may also wear Pinewood branded outerwear with appropriate school colors and logos in classrooms (with the exception of hoodies);
    • Students are prohibited from wearing outerwear that is not school-approved while in school buildings or classrooms. However, they may wear such items (i.e. winter coats) in between classes when moving outdoors between buildings with the exception of hoodies;
    • For students seeking school-approved outerwear options, Pinewood partners with SquadLocker to offer team and general school spirit wear.

Please remember to label all uniform items–especially sweaters, jackets, and coats. Please review the Uniform Guidelines for additional information.

Absence Reporting on Panther Tracks for all Pinewood Students
It is imperative that absences are documented by parents on Panther Tracks as soon as possible. When a student is absent for a full school day, for any reason, parents are expected to report the absence on Panther Tracks the day of the absence, but no later than one day after the absence. For your convenience, we have included the Panther Tracks link here – https://pw-sc.client.renweb.com/pwr/ – and it can also be found on FACTS ParentsWeb. Thank you for helping us accurately record student absences.

Weekend and Monday Birthdays: 

Braxleigh Edinger, K5
Charlotte Gay, K5
Asher Bongiorno, grade 1
Connor White, grade 8
Mr. Nate Howell
Mr. Thomas King
Ms. Christine Lowin