Tuesday, February 10, 2026
Regular Schedule Today
GENERAL
VALENTINE COFFEE HOUSE
Celebrate a night of live music and romance at the Valentine themed Coffee House TONIGHT from 6:00 to 8:00 pm in the amphitheater. Bring a blanket and cuddle while enjoying Pen’s musical talent perform. Buy some hot chocolate to warm up!
PHOTOGRAPHY SHOW FINAL DAYS
It’s your last chance to visit the Bradbury Gallery near the P Building and be amazed by the talent of your classmates at the annual photo and video show during school hours. Closing day is TOMORROW, Feb. 11. Don’t miss it!
COMEDYSPORTZ VALENTINE MATCH
Celebrate Valentine’s Day with a laugh and come to the ComedySportz match on Thursday, Feb. 12 at 7:00 pm in the PAC. Pen’s own Coed Choreo team are the opponents. Tickets are $5 at the door.
MATH SUPPORT IS BACK
The after-school math support program is back! Algebra 1 is offered on Mondays in S44 and on Thursdays in S20. Geometry support is on Thursdays in S44 while Algebra 2 is on Tuesdays and Thursdays in P224. All support groups are from 3:25 to 4:10 pm.
DANCING WITH THE STAFF
Don’t miss the fun when the annual Dancing with the Staff returns on Thursday, Feb. 19 in the Main Gym. Watch as some of Peninsula’s staff battle it out to win the title. Will last year’s champions prevail or will a new winner be crowned? Doors open at 5:30 pm and the show starts at 6:00. Tickets are $10 each and may be purchased from any Choreo Company member. Or stop by the South Dance Room during Panther Time or lunch to buy yours.
CONGRESSIONAL ART COMPETITION
Congressman Ted Lieu, who represents the 36th District in the House of Representatives, is sponsoring the annual Congressional art competition in his District. Submissions must be turned in by Friday, Mar. 6 at 5:00 pm at the Congressman’s office, 1645 Corinth Avenue, Suite 101, Los Angeles, 90025. For complete submission instructions, email [email protected] or visit lieu.house.gov/services/art-competition.
COUNSELING
COURSE PREVIEW
During the rest of February, teachers will hold Course Previews at lunch to provide information and answer questions about specific courses and new classes. Take the time to go to the sessions that interest you and talk to your counselor about updating your course requests for next year. No presentation on Wednesday, but you can learn about Visual Storytelling TODAY. AP Physics 1 and 2 will be discussed on Thursday, Feb. 12 in the CCC and the week finishes up with Wellness/Ethnic Studies.
COLLEGE & CAREER CENTER
COMMUNITY COLLEGE APPLICATION DAY
If you are a senior who wants to register/apply at El Camino College for next year, come to the CCC TOMORROW, Feb. 11 at lunch. Have your Social Security number with you and Chromebooks will be available to use or you may bring your own laptop. Also, mark your calendars for Wednesday, Mar. 4 at 6:30 pm for the presentation of the Community College and Transfer Process in the CCC. Details to come on Pen’s website under the CCC tab.
PRACTICE SAT/ACT
Are you a sophomore or junior who wants the opportunity to see what taking the SAT or ACT is like before you actually do it? The CCC is offering a practice SAT/ACT test on Saturday, Feb. 28 at 9 am. This is not an official test. It is for the benefit of practicing before you take the actual test. Registration continues in the CCC at Panther Time or lunch today through Friday, Feb. 13. A $20 donation is appreciated. Deadline to register is Friday, Feb. 13, by the end of lunch.
CLUBS
LIBRARY REPLENISHMENT FUNDRAISER
Help purchase new books for the local elementary school libraries and enjoy a delicious MOD Pizza. When you buy a pizza TOMORROW, Feb. 11 at the MOD Pizza in the Peninsula Center, use the code MODGIVES25 when you place your order and 25% of the proceeds come back to the club to purchase books.
ATHLETICS
GIRLS’ LACROSSE TRYOUTS TODAY
Tryouts for the girls’ lacrosse team were postponed from last Saturday to TODAY at the stadium field starting at 2:30 pm with the final tryouts on Saturday, Feb. 14 (weather permitting). Fill out this form if you are interested in trying out. Wear comfortable clothes, cleats or running shoes, and a mouthguard. Helmets, sticks and a few mouthguards will be available to new players. Players not currently in the class should bring proof of current physical. All are welcome.
BLACK & GOLD AFFAIRE
Mark your calendar for the annual Athletic Booster Club fund raiser, The Black and Gold Affaire, on March 28 at the Norris Pavilion. Tickets are on sale now and may be purchased here to take advantage of the early bird discount which expires March 1. ABC is still actively seeking donations and sponsorships for the event. Email questions to [email protected] or go to their website, penblackandgold.com.