Friday, March 27, 2026
Regular Schedule Today
NEW
ACA DEC FUN FACT
The plural of cul-de-sac is culs-de-sac not cul-de-sacs. Why? Visit P105 and learn more from Academic Decathlon team.
PLUS LEADERSHIP
If you are interested in applying for PLUS Leadership next year, there is an information meeting TODAY at lunch in P208. Contact Mrs. Kealey at [email protected] with questions.
SCHOLAR QUIZ
Brush up on your trivia and grab your smartest friends for Scholar Quiz, a trivia tournament where students face off on topics from pop culture to politics, math to music and any topic in-between. If you are interested in forming a team, come to the information meeting Tuesday, Mar. 31 at lunch in the PAC.
REMINDERS
POPS CONCERT
It’s time for the annual POPS concert presented by Pen’s orchestra and choir in the Norris Theater. You won’t want to miss songs performed from movies like Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire and icons such as Elton John. Final performance is TONIGHT at 7:30 pm. Tickets may be purchased here or at the door.
PENCHELLA
Calling all freshmen! Join Link Crew at Penchella, this year’s FreshFest, TODAY from 3:00 to 5:00 pm in the Main Gym. There will be boxing simulators, remote control cars and more. Admission and food is free with your Link Crew card. Tickets are $13 for the Cane’s food truck if you are not a Link Crew member and may be purchased at the Student Store through Thursday. Tickets are $17 at the door on Friday.
WOMEN’S HEALTH DRIVE
March is Women’s History Month and to honor it, PLUS Leadership is holding a women’s health drive to collect feminine or general hygiene products to donate to local women’s shelters. Especially needed are pads/tampons, adult and baby diapers, wipes, toothbrushes and toothpaste, deodorant, shampoo and conditioner, hairbrushes, socks, underwear and Chapstick. Drop off your donations during the school day at P208.
GRADUATE LAWN SIGNS
Parents, celebrate you 2026 grad with a custom-made Peninsula lawn sign. The plastic, corrugated signs are printed on one side and include the lawn stake. Cost is $25 and you may place your order here. Deadline to order is TODAY.
DANCE SHOW
Mark your calendars and set your reminders for the spring dance show, Momentum, presented by Peninsula Dance. Dancers will be performing from Choreo Company, Intermediate, COED, the 2026 national champion pep flag team plus special guest artists. Momentum will be presented Tuesday, Mar. 31, Wednesday, Apr. 1 and Thursday, Apr. 2 at the Armstrong Theater in Torrance. All performances begin at 7:00 pm. Tickets are $15 and may be purchased from any of the Pen dancers or in the South Dance Room during Panther Time or lunch. Tickets purchased at the door will be more expensive, so don’t wait.
WHALE OF A DAY VOLUNTEERS
The 41st annual Whale of a Day is on Saturday, April 11 from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm at the Point Vicente Interpretive Center. Volunteers are needed to help with craft tables, face painting, games and more. Fill out the form here and submit before Monday, April 5. The day includes whale watching from shore, live music, and a variety of activities plus exhibits.
BLOOD DRIVE
Mark your calendars for the PLUS Leadership and UCLA spring blood drive on Tuesday, Apr. 28 from 8:30 am to 1:30 pm in the Main Gym. You may sign up with any PLUS student or email [email protected] with questions. Parental consent is required for 16-year-old participants. All eligible donors receive a surprise gift. Donate and save lives.
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 31 (2:30 to 4:00 pm); and Wednesday, April 1 (8:30 to 9:30 am). All workshops are held in the library. Contact Monica Hamilton at [email protected] with questions.
COLLEGE & CAREER CENTER
CAREER EXPLORATION SEMINARS
Are you looking to investigate different careers, hear real-world advice and see what might be a good fit for you? Take advantage of the Career Seminar Panels offered by the CCC next week during lunch on Monday, Mar. 30 and Tuesday, Mar. 31. No sign-up required; just show up. Click here for more details.
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.
CLUBS
ROTARY INTERACT
Learn how to make a difference in your community, earn volunteer hours and enjoy free pizza at the Rotary Interact Club’s meeting TODAY at lunch in H44.
ATHLETICS
EARLY DISMISSAL: SWIM
Please excuse all swim team members from fifth period today for their meet.
BLACK & GOLD AFFAIRE
The annual Black & Gold fundraiser sponsored by the Athletic Booster Club is this weekend on Saturday, Mar. 28 at the Norris Pavilion, and TODAY is the last day to buy a Golden Ticket. Only 100 Golden Tickets will be sold, and the winning ticket holder gets to choose any of the Live Auction items as their prize. Email questions to [email protected] or go to the website, penblackandgold.com.