Tuesday, February 17, 2026
Regular Schedule Today
GENERAL
DANCING WITH THE STAFF
It’s almost here! 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.
ATTENTION ALMOST 10TH GRADERS
Check out a course preview for English 2 Honors/EHAP block TODAY at lunch in P103. You’ll learn about the fun classes taught by Ms. Dibble and Mr. Frazier. Current and former students will be there to share stories.
BOEING INTERNSHIP
If you are a junior interested in finding out more about Boeing’s summer internship, the information session is online TOMORROW, Feb. 18, from 6:00 to 7:00 pm. If you are using Microsoft Teams, go to “Join the Meeting Now” and use the meeting ID code of 992 697 661 364 and the passcode of 2kZ3iV6Q. If you call in by phone, use 1-562-497-5000,, 80108717 or toll free (888) 359-8755,,80108717.
SENIOR & STAFF SUPERLATIVES
Calling all seniors! It’s time to nominate your top senior guy and girl for each category. Staff members may nominate too. The top nominations will be included in the La Pantera yearbook superlatives spread. Click here for the senior form and for staff, click here. The form can also be found on the yearbook’s Instagram: @pvphs_yearbook.
MATH SUPPORT IS BACK
The after-school math support program is back! Algebra 2 is offered today and again on Thursday in P224. Geometry support is also on Thursday in S44 while Algebra 1 is on Mondays in S44 and again on Thursdays in S20. All support groups are 3:25 to 4:10 pm.
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. Learn about the English 2/EHAP block in P103 TODAY; AP art history tomorrow in S24; marine biology in S60 on Thursday; and end the week by checking out drama in the PAC.
LAHC SUMMER CLASSES
If you are interested in taking 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 application information. After receiving your ID number, you must attend one of these workshops to register for class: The workshops will be in Pen’s library and are March 24, 3:15 to 5:00 pm; March 25 from 8:00 to 9:30 am; March 31 from 3:15 to 5:00 pm and April 1 from 8:00 to 9:30 am. Contact Monica Hamilton at [email protected] with questions.
COLLEGE & CAREER CENTER
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 in the CCC ends at the finish of lunch TODAY. A $20 donation is appreciated.
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.
SPRING COLLEGE NIGHT
Don’t miss the Spring College Night designed to help students and families navigate the college search process. This virtual program is on Wednesday, Feb. 25 at 6:30 pm and will focus on identifying colleges that are the right fit for your student. You may register here by Feb. 25 at 5:00 pm or click here for another registration link.
CLUBS
CSSA & TAIWANESE CLUB
Craving some delicious food and New Year celebrations? Come to the Chinese Student and Scholars Association and Taiwanese Club’s joint Lunar New Year meeting TODAY during lunch in S42.
ATHLETICS
GIRLS’ LACROSSE RECRUITING
Interested in playing girls’ lacrosse? You’re in luck as they are still recruiting players for this season. Stop by S10 and talk to Mrs. Borstel to find out more about this fast moving sport of power and finesse which is part of the 2028 Olympics in LA. There is a parents’ meeting TOMORROW, Feb. 18 at 6:30 pm in S10. The varsity season opener is Thursday, Feb. 19 at home against Santa Monica High at 3:00 pm followed by the JV game versus El Segundo at 4:30 pm.
ABC HALL OF FAME
The Athletic Booster Club is looking for nominations to be included in its Hall of Fame. Nominees must be graduates of Rolling Hills High or Peninsula High who have achieved excellence in their sport, made outstanding contributions in high school athletics and been an integral part of the school and/or the community. Deadline for submissions is Friday, Feb. 20. For more information go to pvphsabc.com.