Welcome back!
Classes resume on Wednesday, August 28th, at 8:00 a.m.
Challenge Day is Returning to Pacific Ridge!
All Upper School students and parents are invited and encouraged to take part in this powerful, high energy program which unites and empowers students so they can contribute to a positive peer environment at school. New and returning participants can choose to attend either Monday, August 26th or Tuesday, August 27th from 8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Whether you are new to Challenge Day or participated last year, you are welcome to attend! To register, contact Mrs. Gorgueiro at
vgorgueiro@pacificridge.org.
Dates: Monday or Tuesday, August 26th or 27th
Time: 8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Place: Athletic Center
Parents Association Welcome Coffee on Wednesday, August 28th
The Parents Association warmly welcomes new and returning parents to its traditional Welcome Coffee on the first day of school. This is a great time to socialize, meet new people, reconnect with old friends, greet families new to Pacific Ridge and get to know the Parents Association leadership team. It's also a great opportunity to get information about Parents Association events and sign up for committees and activities.
Date: Wednesday, August 28th
Time: 8:00 - 10:00 a.m.
Place: Check your email for location and directions.
Student & Faculty BBQ on August 30th
Pacific Ridge students and faculty are invited to enjoy an afternoon BBQ, complete with burgers, veggie burgers, hot dogs and refreshments.
Date: Friday, August 30th
Time: 3:30 - 5:30 p.m.
Place: Campus Lawn
No School on Monday, September 2nd
Enjoy Labor Day Weekend!
Global Travel Program Launch on September 3rd
11th and 12th graders and their families are invited to learn more details about this year's school-arranged trip offerings.
Date: Tuesday, September 3rd
Time: 6:30 p.m.
Place: East Reading Room
Save the Date for Parent Information Nights
Please mark your calendars for these evening programs, which will provide information about important events and expectations for your child's school year. 7th and 9th grade meetings are taking place during class orientations this week. All other meetings take place at 6:30 p.m.
12th Grade: Wednesday, September 11th
8th Grade: Thursday, September 12th
10th Grade: Tuesday, September 17th
11th Grade: Wednesday, September 25th
Picture Day is on Tuesday, September 17th.
Back-to-School Night on September 19th
Come prepared to meet Pacific Ridge teachers and have a mini-experience of your child's day at school. Bring along any questions you may have.
Date: Thursday, September 19th
Time: 6:30 p.m.
Place: Athletic Center
Where'd the Administration Building Go?
When students and parents return to campus next week, they will notice that Building A has been relocated to the north side of campus, adjacent to Mullady Hall. Visitors to campus or parents dropping off forms are asked to check in with Ms. Bledsoe at the main reception desk, which is located in the Building A lobby.
Haiku - It's New!
Pacific Ridge is launching a new online learning management system this fall. Parents will be introduced to Haiku LMS in the first few weeks of school. Haiku will hold information about student classes and activities, as well as general school information and calendars. Please check your email for more information about this new school-wide communication tool.
On-Line Directory: Please Confirm Your Information
The on-line family directory is coming soon! Parents, please visit your My Backpack accounts to verify that your information is correct and that "Publish" and "Do Not Publish" categories are marked appropriately. Look for an email from Mr. Bray with detailed instructions.
A View From The Ridge
A Message to Athletes from the Positive Coaching Alliance
