NC Math Check-Ins on Monday (5/4)

 

This is a friendly reminder that all students will take their final math NC Check-In assessment on Monday, May 4 at the start of the school day.  The entire school will be testing beginning at 8:15 am, so please help us by ensuring that all students arrive at school on time so that we can get started with testing ASAP. Please remind your child to bring their CHARGED Chromebook and to do their absolute best!

Please Take the WCPSS Family Survey for Pine Hollow

 

As of May 1, we’ve heard from about 155 of the approximately 600 families at Pine Hollow MS in the annual WCPSS Family Survey that went live on Monday, April 6. Please, please, please take a moment to complete this survey to help us know how we’re doing as a school so we can work to continue improving. Parents/guardians only need to complete the survey once for each school where they have a child enrolled. To access the survey, please click here.

Help Us Celebrate Teacher Appreciation Week Next Week (May 4 - 8)

 

This week (May 4-8) is National Teacher Appreciation Week!? As such, our PTSA and your PHMS Administration are excited to celebrate teachers and staff all week. We invite you to join us in celebrating our incredible teachers and staff by treating them to a little extra kindness throughout the week. If you are looking for a way to make a special teacher or staff member’s day, here are two ways you can do that:

 

• Send a Quick (Digital) Note of Appreciation: The fall gratitude notes were such a huge hit with staff that we’re doing it again! Take a moment to share  a brief note of gratitude with a staff member using this Google Form available here. Complete your submission by Wednesday, May 6 for message deliveries at the end of the week!

 

• Assist PTSA with Snack Donations: During Teacher & Staff Appreciation Week, our PTSA will be partnering with the admin team to provide a series of snacks and meals for staff. If you would like to contribute to this, please feel free to sign up for something you’d like to contribute at this SignUpGenius link. Items can be dropped off in the main office up until Monday, May 4.

Important Information about EOC & EOG Testing

 

At the end of May and beginning of June, all students will be taking EOC/EOG (End-of-Grade and End-of-Course) tests that are required by state law. Below is the calendar of actual testing dates. Please go ahead and mark these dates on your calendar as it is absolutely CRITICAL that we complete testing for all students within this tight timeframe. If there are unavoidable conflicts, please contact our testing coordinator Mrs. Stern via email (jstern@wcpss.net) immediately.

 

 

This year, students who score “Not Proficient” on their state assessment will have the opportunity to take the test a second time. This retest gives students another chance to demonstrate their learning and growth. While we encourage you to consider allowing your student to participate in retesting if they qualify, please know that participation in retesting is completely voluntary and requires parent/guardian permission. 

 

Families will be contacted if their students qualify on/around June 2 or 3, at which point parents/guardians will be able to share whether they want their student to have the opportunity to retest. Due to planning that is required to facilitate this, families will need to make a decision within a day or two to ensure that we can appropriately schedule all students.

 

For your planning purposes, the retest dates for the end of the school year are tentatively slated to be June 8, 9, and 10.

8th Grade Semi-Formal Dance on Friday, May 15

 

As a reminder, we will have our 8th Grade Semi-Formal Dance on Friday, May 15 from 6:00 - 8:00 pm (for PHMS students only). The theme for the dance will be “A Night Under the Stars,” as voted on by our 8th graders. Dance tickets will be $15 per student and will be on sale during 8th grade lunch (11:35 am - 12:00 pm) beginning on Tuesday, May 12 through Thursday, May 14. Tickets will also be sold before school on Friday, May 15.

 

We are very appreciative of our PTSA Dance Committee for all of their work to coordinate this event for our eighth graders; however, we still need assistance from adult chaperones. If you are interested in and willing to chaperone the dance, please click here to sign up.

Approximately 65 Yearbooks Left for Purchase!

 

The 2025-26 school yearbooks are almost sold out! As of May 3, we only have about 65 yearbooks left for purchase (that’s right—only 80 yearbooks left!). Click here to order one for your student before it’s too late (our school's order number is 21759)! This year, students who pre-purchase a yearbook will also be invited to an exclusive Yearbook Distribution & Signing Party. If you would like your child to receive a yearbook, please act fast because once they’re gone, they’re gone! 

Spirit Rock Update from PTSA

 

We’ve noticed a need to clarify expectations around renting the PHMS Spirit Rock. While we love seeing the celebratory messages, some of the posted guidelines—available on the PTSA website—have not always been followed.

 

Since the school opened, the Spirit Rock has been used to celebrate birthdays, school events, and to share encouraging messages. One long-standing tradition is for the outgoing 8th grade class to sign the back of the original Spirit Rock during their end-of-year celebration. This tradition has taken place on the rock near the flags, prior to the addition of the second rock by the carpool loop. Since the addition of the second rock, outgoing 8th grade students are also allowed to sign the back of this rock as well.

 

To preserve this tradition and maintain consistency, we ask that when either Spirit Rock is rented, only the front (face) or sides of the rock is painted. Please DO NOT paint the back of either rock. For full rental guidelines, please visit the PTSA website. Thank you for your cooperation and for helping us keep this tradition intact.

Students Not Returning to PHMS/WCPSS in 2026-27?

 

If your rising 7th or 8th grader will not be returning to Pine Hollow Middle School for the 2026-2027 school year, please email our data manager Mrs. Thomas to let her know as soon as possible. She can be reached via email at bwthomas@wcpss.net. Please be sure to include information about where your child will be attending the 2026-2027 school year. If you have any additional questions regarding your child not returning to Pine Hollow, please feel free to reach Mrs. Thomas by phone at (919) 694-8880, ext. 22699.

Athletics Updates

 

To keep up to date with the weekly schedule, game results, outstanding game performers, tryout requirements and all things related to Pine Hollow Athletics, be sure to check out The Flight Log. You can also follow the Athletics department on Instagram and check the Athletics Website.

Thank You to Our 2025-26 PTSA School Sponsors

 

A special thank you to the generous local businesses who have signed on to be a sponsor for the 2025-26 school year. If your company—or one that you know—is interested in serving as a sponsor, please connect with our PTSA Fundraising Co-Chairs at phmsptsafundraising@gmail.com.

 

 

 

No School for Students on Friday, May 1

 

This is a friendly reminder that this Friday, May 1, is a teacher workday. As such, students will NOT have school. We hope you all enjoy the three-day weekend.

Thank You for Assistance with Saturday Campus Cleanup

 

On Saturday, April 25, a couple dozen students, parents, staff, and community members came together to spruce up our school grounds by getting their hands dirty by picking weeds, trimming bushes, and doing some light planting around campus! We are so appreciative of everyone who found time to be a part of this project to make our school look more appealing.

Please Take the WCPSS Family Survey for Pine Hollow

 

As of today, we’ve heard from about 140 of the approximately 600 families at Pine Hollow MS in the annual WCPSS Family Survey that went live on Monday, April 6. Please, please, please take a moment to complete this survey to help us know how we’re doing as a school so we can work to continue improving. Parents/guardians only need to complete the survey once for each school where they have a child enrolled. To access the survey, please click here.

Student Engagement Perceptions Survey Coming Soon

 

In the spring, WCPSS students in grades 5-13 will be asked to complete the annual WCPSS Student Engagement Survey. Your child will be given an opportunity to complete this survey during the school day over the next few weeks.  The survey includes questions about teacher-student relationships, relevance of school work, and future aspirations and goals. Click here to review the questions included on this survey. If you would prefer that your child NOT participate in this survey, please complete this digital opt-out form by 3:00 pm on Friday, May 1, 2026.

Spirit Days for School Lunch Hero Week This Week (April 27 - May 1)

 

Friday, May 1 is School Lunch Hero Day! Since we do not have school on Friday, May 1, we will celebrate our Child Nutrition Staff all this week for School Lunch Hero Week. As such, we hope everyone will join in a few fun-filled spirit days this week to recognize our cafeteria staff for all they do each day.

• Tuesday (4/28): Pajama Day (Like the comfort and care our cafeteria staff provides each day through warm and cozy meals, wear your favorite school-appropriate pajamas or cozy attire)

 

• Wednesday (4/29): Storybook Character Day (Just as our CNS/cafeteria staff helps to write happy stories for students each day, we invite you to dress as your favorite book character).

 

• Thursday (4/30): Sports Fan Day (In celebration of our true team players who help our schools win each day by providing healthy and hearty meals for students, don’t forget to represent your favorite sports teams with  jerseys, hats, team colors, etc.)

Help Us Celebrate Teacher Appreciation Week Next Week (May 4-8)

 

Did you know that next week (May 4-8) is National Teacher Appreciation Week!? As such, our PTSA and your PHMS Administration are excited to celebrate teachers and staff all week. We invite you to join us in celebrating our incredible teachers and staff by treating them to a little extra kindness throughout the week. If you are looking for a way to make a special teacher or staff member’s day, here are two ways you can do that:

 

• Send a Quick (Digital) Note of Appreciation: The fall gratitude notes were such a huge hit with staff that we’re doing it again! Take a moment to share  a brief note of gratitude with a staff member using this Google Form available here. Complete your submission by Wednesday, May 6 for message deliveries at the end of the week!

 

• Assist PTSA with Snack Donations: During Teacher & Staff Appreciation Week, our PTSA will be partnering with the admin team to provide a series of snacks and meals for staff. If you would like to contribute to this, please feel free to sign up for something you’d like to contribute at this SignUpGenius link. Items can be dropped off in the main office up until Monday, May 4.

Assistance for 8th Grade Semi-formal Dance on Friday, May 15

 

As a reminder, we will have our 8th Grade Semi-formal Dance on Friday, May 15 from 6:00 - 8:00 pm (for PHMS students only). The theme for the dance will be “A Night Under the Stars,” as voted on by our 8th graders. We are very appreciative of our PTSA Dance Committee for all of their work to coordinate this event for our eighth graders; however, we still need assistance from adult chaperones. If you are interested in and willing to chaperone the dance, please click here to sign up.

Approximately 80 Yearbooks Left for Purchase!

 

The 2025-26 school yearbooks are almost sold out! As of April 26, we only have about 80 yearbooks left for purchase (that’s right—only 80 yearbooks left!). Click here to order one for your student before it’s too late (our school's order number is 21759)! This year, students who pre-purchase a yearbook will also be invited to an exclusive Yearbook Distribution & Signing Party. If you would like your child to receive a yearbook, please act fast because once they’re gone, they’re gone! 

Students Not Returning to PHMS/WCPSS in 2026-27?

 

If your rising 7th or 8th grader will not be returning to Pine Hollow Middle School for the 2026-2027 school year, please email our data manager Mrs. Thomas to let her know as soon as possible. She can be reached via email at bwthomas@wcpss.net. Please be sure to include information about where your child will be attending the 2026-2027 school year. If you have any additional questions regarding your child not returning to Pine Hollow, please feel free to reach Mrs. Thomas by phone at (919) 694-8880, ext. 22699.

Athletics Updates

 

To keep up to date with the weekly schedule, game results, outstanding game performers, tryout requirements and all things related to Pine Hollow Athletics, be sure to check out The Flight Log. You can also follow the Athletics department on Instagram and check the Athletics Website.

Thank You to Our 2025-26 PTSA School Sponsors

 

A special thank you to the generous local businesses who have signed on to be a sponsor for the 2025-26 school year. If your company—or one that you know—is interested in serving as a sponsor, please connect with our PTSA Fundraising Co-Chairs at phmsptsafundraising@gmail.com.

 

 

 

WCPSS Family Survey Now Open — Please Take as Soon as Possible

 

The annual WCPSS Family Survey went live on Monday, April 6, and we want to hear from you! Help us make your child's school experience as positive and beneficial as possible by giving honest, thoughtful responses to the questions in our family survey from April 6 - May 15. Parents/guardians only need to complete the survey once for each school where they have a child enrolled. To access the survey, please click here. As of Sunday, April 19, we have heard from approximately 115 families—which means we need to hear from about 125 more families to keep our three-year trend of improving response rates year after year!

Thank You to All Who Participated in “Passport to Progress” Event

 

This past Thursday, April 16 we hosted our first “Passport to Progress” Family & Community Engagement event and we sincerely appreciate everyone who  attended and/or participated in any way. Thank you for your support and engagement. Your feedback is greatly appreciated in helping us plan our next event in the fall. If you did not have a chance to fill the survey out yet, please do so at the following link: https://forms.gle/eazvrQ8RwJ7ftW9z9. 

Join Us for Campus Cleanup Day on Saturday, April 25

 

On Saturday, April 25, we will hold a campus wide clean-up day to mark and celebrate Earth Day (click here to see flyer). We will get started at 9:00 am and wrap up around 11:00 am. During this time, we will pick up trash and litter around campus, remove weeds from flower beds and walkways, and even plant flowers around the main entrance of the school. To sign up to volunteer, go to the following link: https://bit.ly/PHMScleanup425. 

Don’t Forget to Return Unwanted Spring Portraits

 

Last month, students who took spring pictures received portrait packages during homeroom. As a reminder, if you do not want to purchase these portraits, please have your student return them to their homeroom. If you wish to purchase portraits, you can do so using the payment envelope that was shared in the package or online (see instructions provided in portrait package).

Final Countdown to Order Yearbooks at Discounted Rate

 

The 2025-26 school yearbooks are almost sold out! We have approximately 100 yearbooks left for pre-sale at the discounted rate of $45. This year, students who pre-purchase a yearbook will also be invited to an exclusive Yearbook Distribution & Signing Party. If you would like your child to receive a yearbook, please act fast because once they’re gone, they’re gone! Click here to order one for your student before it’s too late (our school's order number is 21759)! 

Not Returning to PHMS/WCPSS in 2026-27?

 

If your rising 7th or 8th grader  will not be returning to Pine Hollow Middle School for the 2026-2027 school year, please email our data manager Mrs. Thomas to let her know as soon as possible. She can be reached via email at bwthomas@wcpss.net. Please be sure to include information about where your child will be attending the 2026-2027 school year. If you have any additional questions regarding your child not returning to Pine Hollow, please feel free to reach Mrs. Thomas by phone at (919) 694-8880, ext. 22699.

Athletics Updates

 

To keep up to date with the weekly schedule, game results, outstanding game performers, tryout requirements and all things related to Pine Hollow Athletics, be sure to check out The Flight Log. You can also follow the Athletics department on Instagram and check the Athletics Website.

Thank You to Our 2025-26 PTSA School Sponsors

 

A special thank you to the generous local businesses who have signed on to be a sponsor for the 2025-26 school year. If your company—or one that you know—is interested in serving as a sponsor, please connect with our PTSA Fundraising Co-Chairs at phmsptsafundraising@gmail.com.

 

 

 

WCPSS Family Survey Now Open — Please Take As Soon as Possible

 

The annual WCPSS Family Survey went live on Monday, April 6, and we want to hear from you! Help us make your child's school experience as positive and beneficial as possible by giving honest, thoughtful responses to the questions in our family survey from April 6 - May 15. Parents/guardians only need to complete the survey once for each school where they have a child enrolled. To access the survey, please click here.

NC Check-Ins This Week on Monday & Wednesday

 

This is a friendly reminder that all students will take the ELA Check-In assessment on Monday (4/13) at the start of the school day.  The entire school will be testing beginning at 8:15 am, so please help us by ensuring that all students arrive at school on time so that we can get started with testing ASAP. 8th grade students will also take their final Science Check-In assessment on Wednesday (4/16) during the period in which they have science. Please remind your child to bring their CHARGED Chromebook on both days and to do their absolute best!

New School Mascot/Logo and Branding Launching Soon

 

Over the past year, we have been working with different groups of students, parents, and staff to re-envision our school mascot and branding. Seeking to create a new identity that is forward-facing, modern, and exciting, we are excited to share the final product that will slowly begin to make its way into various elements of our school branding. Click here for a sneak peak!

Join Us  for “Passport to Progress” Family Engagement Event (and a Food Truck Rodeo!) on Thursday, April 16

 

Please come join us on Thursday, April 16 for our "Passport to Progress" Family & Community Engagement Event from 4:30 – 6:30 pm. Various food trucks will also be on campus to make dinner plans super easy!  Click here to register for this event geared towards parents of current and future middle schoolers. 

 

School-aged children who are accompanying their parents/guardians who are attending the event will also have the chance to participate in fun activities and games while the adults participate in different choice-based sessions on supporting your current or soon-to-be middle schooler.  Below are sessions you can sign up for:

 

• College Planning for 8th Grade Families

• Delta Math 101 for Parents

• Digital Savvy: Navigating Internet Safety & Social Media (English and Spanish)

• Keys to Success in Middle School Math

• Learning How to Motivate Your Child to Thrive In School (English and Spanish)

• Navigating the Wake County Public School System (Spanish only)

Return Unwanted Spring Portraits

 

Last month, students who took spring pictures received portrait packages during homeroom. As a reminder, if you do not want to purchase these portraits, please have your student return them to their homeroom. If you wish to purchase portraits, you can do so using the payment envelope that was shared in the package or online (see instructions provided in portrait package).

Want to Encourage Your Student to Make a Strong Final Push in 4th Quarter? Purchase a 4th Quarter Push Pop for Your Student

 

Want to give your student that "Final Push" they need to finish the year strong!? If so, consider surprising your student with a sweet treat (Push Pop) and an inspirational note to sweeten their 4th quarter and to celebrate their hard work. Our PTSA will be selling these candygrams through Friday, April 17. Push Pops and messages will be delivered to students on Monday, April 20 during 8th period. Order yours here: https://bit.ly/Q4PHMSpush. 

Save the Date for Campus Cleanup Day on Saturday, April 25

 

On Saturday, April 25, we will hold a campus wide clean-up day to mark and celebrate Earth Day (click here to see flyer). We will get started at 9:00 am and wrap up around 11:00 am. During this time, we will pick up trash and litter around campus, remove weeds from flower beds and walkways, and even plant flowers around the main entrance of the school. To sign up to volunteer, go to the following link: https://bit.ly/PHMScleanup425. 

Not Returning in 2026-27

 

If your rising 7th or 8th grader  will not be returning to Pine Hollow Middle School for the 2026-2027 school year, please email our data manager Mrs. Thomas to let her know as soon as possible. She can be reached via email at bwthomas@wcpss.net. Please be sure to include information about where your child will be attending the 2026-2027 school year. If you have any additional questions regarding your child not returning to Pine Hollow, please feel free to reach Mrs. Thomas by phone at (919) 694-8880, ext. 22699.

Athletics Updates

 

To keep up to date with the weekly schedule, game results, outstanding game performers, tryout requirements and all things related to Pine Hollow Athletics, be sure to check out The Flight Log. You can also follow the Athletics department on Instagram and check the Athletics Website.

Thank You to Our 2025-26 PTSA School Sponsors

 

A special thank you to the generous local businesses who have signed on to be a sponsor for the 2025-26 school year. If your company—or one that you know—is interested in serving as a sponsor, please connect with our PTSA Fundraising Co-Chairs at phmsptsafundraising@gmail.com.

 

Happy National Assistant Principal Appreciation Week

 

Please join us in celebrating our wonderful assistant principals (Mrs. Corder, Ms. Gordon, Ms. Johannes, and Mrs. Richey) this week as a part of National Assistant Principal Appreciation Week! Our school community appreciates them so much for bringing passion, dedication, steady leadership, and genuine care to our students and staff every single day. Their guidance fuels our school community, and we are incredibly grateful for the countless ways they help Pine Hollow Middle School shine. This week, we celebrate them and we appreciate them in more ways than words can ever say.

WCPSS Family Survey Now Open — Please Take As Soon as Possible

 

The annual WCPSS Family Survey went live on Monday, April 6, and we want to hear from you! Help us make your child's school experience as positive and beneficial as possible by giving honest, thoughtful responses to the questions in our family survey from April 6 - May 15. Parents/guardians only need to complete the survey once for each school where they have a child enrolled. To access the survey, please click here.

Graphing Calculator Drive

 

Do you have a Blue TI-73 or a Yellow TI-84 Plus CE calculator around the house that is gathering dust in a desk drawer? If so, and you would like to get rid of it, we are hosting a calculator drive to support students who need these essential tools to succeed in their math courses. If one of your students has graduated or upgraded calculators or you just no longer have a need for one of these calculators that you’ve purchased and want to donate it as a part of our calculator drive, please drop off in the main office or in Ms. King’s classroom (3608). The graphic below shows the calculators that we are collecting as they are permitted for use on NC EOGs and EOCs.

 

Mark Your Calendar for “Passport to Progress” Family & Community Engagement Event on April 16

 

On Thursday, April 16, we will be hosting our "Passport to Progress" Family & Community Engagement Event from 4:30 – 6:30 pm geared towards parents of current and future middle schoolers. As a part of this exciting event that our Family and Community Engagement Committee is coordinating, parents and guardians will have the opportunity to connect with other adults and learn about different strategies and resources to support their current or soon-to-be middle schooler. You will have the chance to attend different interest-based sessions on various topics like the following (and more):

 

• Communicating with your teenager/pre-teen

• Navigating social media and digital safety with your adolescent

• Motivating your student

• Supporting young people dealing with anxiety

 

Select sessions will also be offered in Spanish. A flyer with registration information will be sent out this week so that families can register.

 

Save the Date for Campus Cleanup Day on Saturday, April 25

 

On Saturday, April 25, we will hold a campus wide clean-up day to mark and celebrate Earth Day. We will get started at 9:00 am and wrap up around 11:00 am. During this time, we will pick-up trash and litter around campus, remove weeds from flower beds and walkways, and even plant flowers around the main entrance of the school. More details are coming soon including a sign-up sheet and other ways to support the cleanup day, but please mark the date on your calendar to help us make our campus shine.

Not Returning in 2026-27

 

If your rising 7th or 8th grader  will not be returning to Pine Hollow Middle School for the 2026-2027 school year, please email our data manager Mrs. Thomas to let her know as soon as possible. She can be reached via email at bwthomas@wcpss.net. Please be sure to include information about where your child will be attending the 2026-2027 school year. If you have any additional questions regarding your child not returning to Pine Hollow, please feel free to reach Mrs. Thomas by phone at (919) 694-8880, ext. 22699.

Athletics Updates

 

To keep up to date with the weekly schedule, game results, outstanding game performers, tryout requirements and all things related to Pine Hollow Athletics, be sure to check out The Flight Log. You can also follow the Athletics department on Instagram and check the Athletics Website.

Thank You to Our 2025-26 PTSA School Sponsors

 

A special thank you to the generous local businesses who have signed on to be a sponsor for the 2025-26 school year. If your company—or one that you know—is interested in serving as a sponsor, please connect with our PTSA Fundraising Co-Chairs at phmsptsafundraising@gmail.com.