Purnell Swett High School

This is a message from Purnell Swett High School Parents/Students, Any student that did not test last week has until Friday February 19th to do so. However, it would be awesome if you test by this Wednesday February 3rd so it would not affect the grade on your report card which goes out on Monday February 8th. If you do not makeup an exam you will receive a zero. Exams count 25% of your final grade. I’m hearing students saying they have to work but that excuse won’t work when you have to repeat a class, attend summer school and it definitely won’t work for anyone on June 4th when they want to walk across that stage. We are going the extra mile to ensure students have an opportunity to pass their classes. Without an exam grade, students are more than likely to fail get out here and take your test. Thanks and Have a Great Day

This is a message from Purnell Swett High School This message is to inform you that we had another successful day of testing. Today, the percentage of students testing was better than yesterday. However, the junior class is leading the way so ninth and tenth graders you got to do better. I’m expecting parents to make it happen. It is better to test now than later because later you will have to have an appointment in order to test. Everyone needs to remember that exams count for 25% of your final grade. The state of North Carolina is not using COVID as a reason not to test. Of course if you have COVID, live with someone with COVID or experiencing COVID symptoms then we don’t expect you to test at this time. Other than those reasons you really need to be here. Failing a class now will haunt you later so let’s get it done. Thanks and Have a Great Day

This is a message from Purnell Swett High School This message is another attempt to inform parents about what's happening at their child's school. I want to take this opportunity to thank everyone for making today's testing a success. Although the turn out could have been better the testing environment ran smoothly. However, to make tomorrow's testing session even better please listen to the following suggestions: 1. Students should know their first semester schedule (I emailed all students the classes from first semester that are now being tested). Ask your child to find that email. 2. Do not be in a rush to drop students off or pick them up 3. If you are late please do not leave because your child may be too late to test. 4. Students experiencing any COLD/COVID symptoms should stay home. 5. Students living with anyone with COVID should stay home. 6. Anyone picking a student up after testing should have an ID and be on the pickup list (which was given out at OPEN HOUSE). This is standard operating procedure. 7. Please remember that parents can't enter the school building so when picking up students there may be a line. Get use to it because this is always the case and nothing new. 8. Buses leave school at 6am in the morning and return by 7:30am 9. Tomorrow we will be testing first semester's second period class. 10. I need all students testing to be present and accounted for in an effort to pass their class. Remember this exam is 25% of your final grade. Thanks and Have a Great Night

This is a message from Purnell Swett High School Parents and Students, This message is to inform you that Purnell Swett High School will be taking every precaution necessary to provide a safe testing environment for your child. With that being said, I have a few guidelines that must be followed in order for the testing day to be successful. 1. Only 10 students will be tested in a class. 2. Students need to charge chromebooks the night before testing. 3. Students should bring chromebooks and charger each day for testing. 4. Students should stay home if they feel sick or experiencing any COVID symptoms. 5. Students should stay home if someone in the household has COVID. 6. Students must wear mask 100% of the time. Thanks and Have a Good Night.

This is a message from Purnell Swett High School Parents and Students This is a message to remind you that Fall EOC and CTE Testing is scheduled for next week beginning Monday January 25th ------ Thursday January 28th. Students that took an EOC or CTE class first semester should be present to take their exam. All EOC and CTE courses are listed on the school webpage, Facebook, and I personally emailed all students. Any student failing to take an exam will receive a zero for the exam grade which counts for 25% of the final grade. First and foremost, any student experiencing any COVID19 symptoms should stay home. We will contact you at a later date for testing. School personnel will be outside to take temperatures before students are allowed to enter the school building. Students having a temperature above 99.9 must leave campus. All students must report to the gym to find out what classroom they will test in. Students will not be permitted to walk around the school building for safety purposes. This will be enforced and any student not following directions will be dismissed from school premises immediately. So parents get ready because we will be calling you if your child doesn’t want follow the rules and procedures. Safety comes first so you need to stress this at home. Drop off for car riders and bus riders begins at 7:30. However, buses begin pickup at approximately 6:05 give or take a few minutes. Parents are only allowed to pick up students when an entire class is finished testing. Students that drive to school may leave once everyone in their class is finished. There are no exceptions to this procedure. All information can be found on the school webpage, Facebook and student’s email. Thanks and Have a Great Night I look forward to seeing students on campus next week

This is a message from Purnell Swett High School Parents of all Juniors, The Public Schools of Robeson will be offering two review sessions for all juniors to practice for the ACT test scheduled for February 23. I need all juniors or their parents to come out to school to pick up a workbook. Without the workbook, the review sessions will not be helpful. Workbooks can be picked up daily at the front office entrance from 8:00am ---- 3:00pm. The first review session is this Friday January 15 from 12:30pm----3:30pm. The second review session is next Friday January 22 from 12:30pm----3:30pm. A link to join the review sessions will be posted on school website and Facebook. Also, I will email the link and times to all juniors using their school email. Thanks and Have a Great Night

This is a message from Purnell Swett High School Parents of all Juniors, The Public Schools of Robeson will be offering two review sessions for all juniors to practice for the ACT test scheduled for February 23. I need all juniors or their parents to come out to school to pick up a workbook. Without the workbook, the review sessions will not be helpful.  Workbooks can be picked up daily at the front office entrance from 8:00am ---- 3:00pm. The first review session is this Friday January 15 from 12:30pm----3:30pm. The second review session is next Friday January 22 from 12:30pm----3:30pm.  A link to join the review sessions will be posted on school website and Facebook. Also, I will email the link and times to all juniors using their school email. Thanks and Have a Great Night

This is a message from Purnell Swett High School Parents and Students This message is a reminder that school has begun. Second semester actually began last week on Wednesday January 6th. So, please login to Rapididentity to determine which courses you have been enrolled in. I anticipate a wonderful remainder of the school year. Thanks and Have a Great Day

This is a message from Purnell Swett High School Parents, this is a friendly reminder that schedule changes are a process not an event meaning it doesn't happen the minute you put in a request. Both parents and students will have to wait and give counselors ample time to change schedules. You must realize that not all schedules can be changed and you will have to live with the schedule you got. There are many considerations that must take place for a schedule to be changed. This is not an easy process. Also, I do not need both students and parents calling because it will not make a difference. Parents do not dictate schedule because I do and I try my best to meet the needs and wants of students but sometimes that will not happen. Thanks,

This is a message from PSHS Parents There will be a Driver's Education Course Registration on Wednesday December 9th from 3:15--4:15 pm in the main commons area. Students must be accompanied by a parent, be 14 years and 6 months of age, bring birth certificate, bring glasses/contacts if prescribed and $65 cash or money order. Social distancing and wearing masks are required. The Online course dates are January 6--20 3:15----6:16 with a final exam be given on January 21, 2021

This is a message from PSHS Parents There will be a Driver's Education Course Registration on Wednesday December 9th from 3:15--4:15 pm in the main commons area. Students must be accompanied by a parent, be 14 years and 6 months of age, bring birth certificate, bring glasses/contacts if prescribed and $65 cash or money order. Social distancing and wearing masks are required. The Online course dates are January 6--20 3:15----6:16 with a final exam be given on January 21, 2021

This is a message from PSHS Parents/Students Boys basketball tryouts will begin Monday December 7th. Boys will begin at 3pm. Girls basketball tryouts will begin Wednesday December 9th at 5:30pm. Any athlete who is planning on trying out must have an updated physical and all forms completed on the website Planet High School before participating...Athletes and parents must both complete the required forms just like last year and there are new forms dealing with COVID-19...Please get this information completed and all COVID safety protocols will continue to be followed. Everyone is required to bring their own mask, water bottle and a bucket to keep items safely inside. We will practice social distancing during the tryouts and be safe as possible during this time? If you have any questions or concerns you can reach the boys head Coach Jeremy Sampson, the girls head Coach Jonathan Efird or Athletic Director William Deese and 910-521-3253. Thanks and Have a Great Day

This is a message from Purnell Swett High School Seniors - Tomorrow Tuesday, Nov. 24 from 12pm - 4pm is the last day to order Graduation cap and gown announcements at school. Otherwise you will have to order from Jostens. com. If you are coming tomorrow to place your order please have the form filled out along with a $60.00 deposit. Order forms are available at the main office. Also you will be able to order PSHS letter jackets with a $75.00 required deposit. Juniors who have a balance on their spring class ring order please bring the remaining balance in cash or money order tomorrow and pick up your ring. Sophomores - t-shirt and hoodies ordered for the class of 2022 can be picked up Tuesday as well.

This is a message from Purnell Swett High School Report Cards can be picked up Monday---Friday from 8:00am ---- 2:45pm. Report cards is a parent’s way to determine whether their child is working remotely from home. I desperately need parents to see these report cards. There is a huge difference between what we are doing now than what we did last year in terms of remote learning. Parents please do not be misinformed and believe that we are giving out passing grades. Students have to work in an effort to pass their assigned courses. Thanks and Have a Great Day

This is a message from Purnell Swett High School. There will be no athletic activities taking place today due to the inclement weather. However, on Wednesday November 4 at 3:00 pm the cross country team will have their first official practice so make sure all information is completed on Planet High School. If there are any questions please contact Coach Lamb at the school. Thanks and Have a Great Day

This a message from Purnell Swett High School Graduation Cap and gown and announcement order kits will be handed out at the front door of the school starting Monday, October 19th. Please stop by the school to pick up your order information. Graduation cap and gown orders will be taken on Friday, October 30th from 11 am - 5 pm at the school. Bring your order form - filled out - along with a $60 required deposit. Orders can also be placed at jostens.com. Senior apparel will be shipped to your home approximately 2 weeks after your order is placed. Announcements and cap and gown will be delivered to the school in the Spring. Please remember - if you are ordering at school bring your order form filled out so social distancing guidelines can be honored. Senior Graduation rings can also be ordered on Friday, october 30th. Design your ring at jostens.com and bring your online jewelry order summary-printed out- along with a $75 required deposit.

This is a message from Purnell Swett High School. Men and Women's cross country workout will begin Tuesday, October 13th at 3pm. Make sure you have all information completed in Planet HS.com It is mandatory you bring a mask and bring your own water bottle. Please arrive 15 minutes early for check in procedures. If you have any questions, contact Coach Lamb at 704-795-8493. Men's baseball workout will begin Tuesday, October 13 at 3 pm. Make sure you have all information completed in PlanetHS.com. It is mandatory you bring a mask and bring your own water bottle. Please arrive 15 minutes early for check in procedures. If you have any questions, contact Coach Lamb at 704-795-8493.

This is a message from Purnell Swett High School Parents, Football workouts begin today October 6, 2020. Workouts will be on Tuesday’s and Thursday’s. There are two groups. Group 1 is for all freshman and sophomores which are your 9th and 10th graders. Workout for Group 1 is from 3:30 to 5:00pm. Group 2 is for all juniors and seniors which are the 11th and 12th graders. Workout for Group 2 is from 5:30 to 7:00pm. It is of the utmost importance that everyone brings their own water bottle and mask. These items are not provided at this time. Also, all Planet High School documents must be completed. If there are any questions please call Coach Roberson or Coach Deese at 910-521-3253. Thanks and Have a Great Evening

This is a message from Purnell Swett High School Parents, This message is to inform you that students received their Progress Report grades last week. Basically, students were given an online google document form to complete verifying their grades. After completing the form, they were to share that information with you. Grades are in PowerSchool so you need to ask your child about their Progress Report grades. I understand this is different but just like any other year, it’s the student’s responsibility to share Progress Report information with parents.

Good Evening, I would like to take this opportunity to welcome everyone to the 2020-2021 school year. As Principal of Purnell Swett High, I look forward to serving you in whatever capacity necessary to meet the needs of students and their families. Additionally, I want to thank everyone for coming out and being a part of Open House. I’m satisfied with the turn out and expect great things this school year. This Saturday August 22nd from 8:00---11:00 am, we will be open at school to pass out schedules and chromebooks to any student that may not have been able to attend Open House this week. Please be advised that a parent must accompany any student planning to receive a chromebook. Thanks and Have a Great Evening……..