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PGMS Weekly News 5.04.26

Posted Date: 05/03/26 (06:00 PM)


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PGMS News

May 4, 2026

Message From Leadership

Hello Eagles Families,

Welcome to May! As the calendar turns and we begin to feel the excitement of summer approaching, we are also entering one of the most critical windows of the school year. We have exactly one week until our end-of-year testing begins, and we are dedicated to ensuring every student feels confident, prepared, and supported.

This Wednesday, May 6th, we will hold our final school-wide student Data Chat. This is a vital moment for our students to revisit the personal goals they have tracked throughout the year, receive specific testing reminders, and visualize their success as they prepare to demonstrate everything they have learned.

Our goal is to create an effective and calm testing environment across the entire campus. We want every student to feel empowered to do their absolute best and show off their hard work.

We will be also releasing our final "A" Incentives this week to ensure that we celebrate our students who are striving for excellence and making significant learning gains. Stay tuned for more information regarding the specific celebrations and fun we have planned for those who meet their learning gain goals.

This week is our PGM Staff Appreciation Week. Our teachers and staff members have worked tirelessly this year to support, mentor, and inspire your students. If a particular teacher or staff member has made a positive impact on your student’s life this year, I encourage you to take a moment to send a quick email, a handwritten note, or a word of thanks. A little appreciation goes a long way in fueling our educators as they push toward the finish line. We would also like to thank our PTO and those within our school community who have shown support for this upcoming week. We are excited to take part in the festivities.

Thank you for your continued partnership. Have a fantastic week!
 

Yearbook Information

Yearbooks are selling quickly! Don’t miss your chance to secure a copy! Scan the QR code below or visit PGMS Yearbooks to purchase online before May 16. After May 16, all yearbooks must be purchased in person from Mr. Cahusac in Room 314. Payments can be made by cash or check (payable to Punta Gorda Middle School) before 1st period, or during the school day with your student’s teacher’s permission. 
Yearbook Order Form
 

End of Year Awards by Invitation

Students will receive invitations to the End of Year Awards this week. We look forward to recognizing our students leaders in the classroom.
 
PGMS 2025-26 End of Year Assessments schedule with dates and subjects.

End of year Assessments

Please note the change in date of the Algebra EOC. It is now on May 20th.
Punta Gorda Middle School Final Exam Reminder with dates and times for periods 1-7.

Exam Schedules

Please reach out to counselors to schedule make-ups if needed after the final school day.
 

8th Grade Farewell Dance

Tickets are on sale THIS WEEK! Stop by room 315 between May 4-15th, 8:50-9:10am to purchase for $15.

*Reminder to return all media books and/or satisfy fines for lost books before purchasing.
 

What is Happening at PGMS?

5/6- Band End of Year Concert at CPAC
5/12- PM3 ELA
5/14- PM3 Math
5/15- Band Banquet
5/16- 8th Grade Farewell Dance
5/18- End of year awards by invitation (Times TBA for grades 6 and 7 during the school day. 8th grade will be held at 6pm at CPAC)
5/19- Civics EOC & 8th Grade Science Test
5/20- Algebra EOC
5/26 through 5/29- Semester 2 Exams
5/29- Last student day

For this and MORE including sports events, club meetings, and after school enrichment, please check the calendar!
PGMS Calendar
PGMS Website
 

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