Friday, March 13, 2026
ASB Election Schedule Today
Zero Period at 7:35; First Period at 8:30 am
No Panther Time
NEW
ASB ELECTIONS
During third period today, all students will watch an election video and immediately vote for their ASB choices. Voting closes at the end of fourth period. Here are the voting links (which are also available under Panther Picks on the school website): Rising seniors vote here; juniors vote [ttps%3A//vote.5starstudents.com/7cd402]here; and sophomores vote here.
ASB APPOINTED POSITIONS
How would you like to be the Commissioner of Sound, Art, Spirit or any other appointed ASB position? The applications are on Pen’s website under Panther Picks. Deadline to apply is the end of lunch on Wednesday, Mar. 18. See Mrs. Hendrick in P115 or email her at [email protected] with questions.
ACA DEC FUN FACT
Did you know that bats are the only mammals that can fly? Come to P105 and learn more.
ZOMBIE PROM SPIRIT WEEK
In honor of the spring musical, Zombie Prom, this week has been designated Zombie Prom Spirit Week. TODAY everyone is asked to wear nice clothes, such as a collared shirt, skirt and blouse, for Fancy Friday. And you can still make the performance TONIGHT at 7:00 pm in the PAC. If you can’t make it tonight, there’s a performance tomorrow, also at 7:00 pm and a matinee on Sunday, Mar.15 at 2:00 pm. Buy your tickets here or at the door.
REMINDERS
BOEING SUMMER INTERNSHIP
Applications for the Boeing Summer Internship program are now available at the Attendance Office. This internship is an ideal opportunity to gain experience if you are interested in pursuing engineering, computer science, technology or mathematics. Completed applications must be turned into Attendance by TODAY at 3:30 pm. For more information, click here.
NHS TUTORING
Free tutoring from National Honor Society members is available in the library during lunch. Sign up at the library if you want a specific day. Walk ins are helped on a first come, first served basis. In addition, some NHS members are available for 2 hours per month of free tutoring. Sign up via https://penhighnhs.wixsite.com/penhighnhs/ and click on the Request a Tutor tab then follow the instructions to complete the Google form. If a tutor is available during your requested hours, you will be notified of the match.
COUNSELING
SUMMER SCHOOL: OUT OF DISTRICT COURSE REQUESTS
If you are planning to take a summer course outside of PVPUSD, you must complete the out of district application on the District website by clicking here. The course must be completed prior to registration to be included on your Peninsula transcript. All forms are due to your counselor by Friday, May 8.
LA HARBOR COLLEGE SUMMER COURSES
If you plan to take world history, US history, American government or economics at LA Harbor College this summer, you must first obtain a LAHC ID number. Click here for the application information. After obtaining your ID number, you must attend one of these workshops: Tuesday, March 24 (3:15 to 5:00 pm); Wednesday, March 25 (8:00 to 9:30 am); Tuesday, March 31 (3:15 to 5:00 pm); and Wednesday, April 1 (8:00 to 9:30 am). All workshops are held in the library. Contact Monica Hamilton at [email protected] with questions.
CHANGE NEXT YEAR’S COURSES
If you need to make a change to next year’s course requests, you must submit a TEAMS form through your school counselor’s link listed below by Friday, May 15. All program change requests are based on space availability and not guaranteed. Click here for Ms. Ramirez; Mr. Edward here; Mr. Wolven here; Ms.Baranick here; Mr. Olson here; and Dr. Genovese here.
COLLEGE & CAREER CENTER
COLLEGE APPLICATION BOOTCAMP
Attention Class of 2027—the College Application Bootcamp is coming June 8 to 12 from 9:00 am to noon in the CCC. This fast-paced, five-day workshop will help you build your college list, explore majors, start essays and more. Sessions are led by college admissions representatives. The cost is $200, payable by cash or a check made out to PVPHS-CCC at the time of registration. TODAY is the last day to enroll at the CCC during Panther Time or lunch. Space is limited and filling fast.
SCHOLARSHIPS
Are you a senior looking for scholarships? Check Maia Learning regularly for the local scholarships available under the Financial Plan tab. Read the Panther View weekly for more information and scholarship deadlines. If you have questions, stop by the CCC and talk to Mrs. Shafer.
AUTHOR COMES TO PEN
Jeff Selingo, nationally recognized college admissions expert and author, will be at Peninsula on Wednesday, Mar. 18 for two presentations. He will first talk to the class of 2027 at 8:30 am in the Main Gym, giving Pen’s juniors insight and perspective to build their college list. There will also be an evening presentation starting at 6:30 pm in the Main Gym. Free tickets are available by clicking here.
CLUBS
DRAMA CLUB
Come to the Drama Club’s meeting TODAY at lunch in the PAC and watch a sneak peek of the spring musical, Zombie Prom and play Kahoot. Don’t miss it!
GAMING CLUB
The Gaming Community Club meets TODAY at lunch in S42.
ATHLETICS
EARLY DISMISSAL: GIRLS’ LACROSSE
Please dismiss all girls’ lacrosse players at 11:40 am for their away game at Westridge.
EARLY DISMISSAL: BOYS’ LACROSSE
Please release the varsity boys’ lacrosse team at 2:15 pm today for their home game against Woodbridge. Varsity plays at 3:30 pm and JV at 5:00 pm.
EARLY DISMISSAL: BASEBALL
Please excuse the JV baseball players at 1:30 pm today for a home game against Wiseburn. And don’t miss the varsity baseball game at 7:30 pm tonight as they take on Lawndale High.
GIRLS’ FLAG FOOTBALL
If you are interested in flag football as a new, returning or just curious player, don’t miss the mandatory meeting TODAY at lunch in M36 with Coach Young.
SWIM TEAM VOLUNTEERS
Volunteers are needed at the swim meets to help with timing and working in the snack shack. You can earn volunteer hours or just help out. Contact Coach Bellows at [email protected] or stop by H31 at Panther Time or lunch to sign up.
BLACK & GOLD AFFAIRE
The annual fundraiser by the Athletic Booster Club to benefit Pen’s athletic programs is on Saturday, Mar. 28 at the Norris Pavilion, but the online auction opens TODAY. Everyone may bid on items, experiences and exclusive packages. Donations and sponsorships are still open and welcome. Email questions to [email protected] or go to the website, penblackandgold.com.