Thursday, February 26, 2026
Regular Schedule Today
REMINDER: Tomorrow is Walk for Life, Carnival
and Mini-Assembly Schedule
GENERAL
WALK FOR LIFE
You can help raise money for cancer research by participating in the annual Walk for Life. Applications will be distributed during fourth period TODAY with the Walk and Carnival TOMORROW, Feb. 27. Last year, Pen donated $36,000 to two local cancer organizations. Be a part of a great cause again, Panthers!
CARNIVAL TICKETS
Tickets for the Carnival will be on sale TOMORROW, Feb. 27 from zero period to fourth only for $1 each. Carnival food offerings include In n Out, Canes, Crubl, boba and more. No cash is accepted at the food booths. Bring cash or a check made out to PVPHS Walk for Life to buy your tickets. The Pediatric Cancer Research Foundation and the Cancer Support Community will receive 25% of the ticket proceeds.
MATH SUPPORT IS BACK
The after-school math support program is back! Algebra 1 is offered today and again on Monday in S20. Geometry support is today in S44 while Algebra 2 is today and again on Tuesday in P224. All support groups are 3:25 to 4:10 pm.
CLASS COMP NEXT WEEK
Get ready, Panthers, Class Competition starts Monday, Mar. 2 and continues all week to Friday, Mar. 6. If you want to join in the games, fill out the form posted to your grade level TEAMS. Not participating? Come and cheer on your classmates in the amphitheater during Panther Time.
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 Friday, Mar. 13 at 3:30 pm. For more information, click here.
FREE FOOD
Don’t forget that Pen offers free breakfasts and lunches to students all year long. Breakfast is available in the cafeteria from 7:15 to 8:30 am as well as during Panther Time at both the cart outside the library and the cafeteria. Free lunches are offered at the cafeteria and the outside cart. If you want to buy food or snacks, remember Pen’s food service is cashless, so be sure to have money loaded on your Titan account.
PEF SENIOR SCHOLARSHIP
The Peninsula Education Foundation is awarding two $1,500 scholarships to seniors in the class of 2026. You must be currently enrolled in the PVPUSD and maintained enrollment for two years prior to graduation. Only online applications are accepted and may be found here along with additional information here. Deadline to apply is Sunday, Mar. 22.
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 this last week 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. Learn about the choir in S33 tomorrow, Feb. 27.
ADVANCED INTERNSHIP PROGRAM
In an effort to provide meaningful, hands-on career experiences, for the second year PVPUSD will offer an advanced, six-week internship. Interns earn five weighted A-G approved elective credits on their high school transcript; work 15-20 hours per week in a professional setting; complete relevant coursework through LA Harbor College; and more. The application is on the PVPUSD website and is due Sunday, March 8 by 11:59 pm. Contact the Counseling Office for more information.
COLLEGE & CAREER CENTER
FAFSA DEADLINE
Don’t forget, seniors, that the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) deadline for colleges and universities in California is Monday, Mar. 2. See Mrs. Shafer in the CCC with questions.
ATHLETICS
EARLY DISMISSAL: BEACH VOLLEYBALL
Please dismiss the members of the beach volleyball team at 1:00 pm today for their match at Redondo.
ABC HALL OF FAME
The deadline to nominate a person to the Athletic Booster Club’s Hall of Fame has been extended to TOMORROW, Feb. 27. The Hall of Fame honors athletes who have achieved excellence in their sport and been an integral part of Rolling Hills High or Peninsula and/or the community. Any athlete who graduated from either Rolling Hills or Peninsula is eligible for consideration if they meet the minimum criteria. For more information, visit pvphsabc.com.
SPIRIT BOOTCAMP
Peninsula’s song and pep flag is hosting a spirit bootcamp on Tuesday, Mar. 3 from 6:00 to 8:00 pm in the North Dance room. The bootcamp is open to all 7th to 11th graders currently enrolled at Pen or planning to come here. The registration form is on the school website. It needs to be completed and turned in along with $30 cash or a check made out to PVPHS SPIRIT. You may mail your form and check to Mrs. Tsudama c/o of Peninsula or drop it off at her mailbox in the Hawthorne Office or you may turn them in on the day of the camp. Contact Mrs. Tsudama at [email protected] with questions.