Pendergast Elementary School District

Happy National Mascot Day! Today we’re celebrating Bruce the Bee, the beloved mascot of the Pendergast Elementary School District! From kindergarten kick-offs and spirit rallies to community celebrations, Bruce has been buzzing with pride and bringing smiles for years.

Swipe through the years with us and enjoy a look back at some of Bruce’s favorite moments!

Happy National Kids Day! Today, we celebrate the curiosity, creativity, kindness, and endless potential of children everywhere. Every day, our students inspire us with their enthusiasm for learning, their resilience, and their dreams for the future.

Here's to the kids who ask big questions, show big hearts, and remind us that tomorrow is full of possibilities.

Today we celebrate Flag Day and honor the Stars and Stripes as a symbol of our nation's history, freedom, and unity.

The American flag represents the values that bring communities together and inspire future generations to learn, grow, and serve others. As we reflect on what the flag stands for, we also recognize those who have proudly served and continue to protect the freedoms it represents.

🚨 TOMORROW MORNING! Help reduce food waste and take home up to 70 lbs. of fresh rescued produce with a minimum $17 cash donation at Borderlands Produce Rescue's monthly drive-thru event.

📅 Tomorrow, Saturday, June 13
⏰ 6:00 a.m. – 8:00 a.m.
📍 Pendergast Elementary School 3800 N. 91st Ave., Phoenix, AZ 85037

Every box helps provide nutritious food to the community while keeping good food out of Arizona landfills. Share your produce with family, friends, neighbors, or anyone in need!

Learn more: https://borderlandsproducerescue.org

Sweet Treats & Smiles! Students had a blast creating their own Space Pops during this fun, hands-on experience at Canyon Breeze Elementary School! From mixing colorful ingredients to enjoying their frozen creations, the activity combined creativity, learning, and a tasty treat all in one.

A big thank you to the Chartwells K12 team for bringing this engaging experience to our students and helping make learning both memorable and delicious!

Happy Birthday to the legendary author and illustrator Maurice Sendak! Born on this day in 1928, Sendak's timeless stories - like Where the Wild Things Are - continue to inspire imagination, courage, and wonder in readers of all ages.

Here's to the wild things, the dreamers, and the magic of childhood!

Learning about the world doesn't have to stop when summer begins! From visiting local landmarks and museums to exploring different cultures, traditions, and communities, summer is full of opportunities to discover how people, places, and history connect us all.

Encourage your child to ask questions, explore new places, and learn about the stories that shape our world. Every adventure can become a lesson in history, geography, culture, and citizenship!

What is your family's favorite place to explore during the summer? Share it in the comments!

Science doesn't stop when school is out! Summer is full of opportunities for young learners to explore, discover, and get curious about the world around them. From making homemade slime and stargazing under the night sky to visiting museums and growing a mini garden, hands-on experiences help bring science to life.

Encourage your child to ask questions, investigate new ideas, and turn everyday moments into exciting learning adventures. You never know what amazing discoveries they might make this summer!

What is your child's favorite science activity? Share it in the comments!