Community Newsletter 1/19/2026

Today is MLK Day, and it’s worth revisiting Dr. King’s message about dignity, courage, opportunity, and our shared responsibility to make the world better than we found it. Those values aren’t just history—they’re the kind of character we aim to build in students every day at Pearland High School. We want students to grow not only in knowledge, but also in confidence, perseverance, and the belief that their future is still being written.

Academic Planning Night is Monday, February 9, 2026 from 6:00–8:00 PM in the Searcy Cafeteria (families will park in the Searcy parking lot). This is a great opportunity to learn about everything PHS has to offer. You’ll be able to explore options including Programs of Study, Dual Credit & AP, CTE courses and certifications, technical colleges/programs, clubs/organizations, athletics, and fine arts.

This Thursday, students will receive course selection guidance during Oiler Time. Students will report to 4th period for a counseling-created course selection video and materials. Families—this is a great week to ask your student what they learned and what courses they’re considering for next year.

This Week

Tuesday

• Boys Soccer vs Dawson (At Dawson) @ 5:30 PM

• Girls Soccer vs Dawson (At Dawson) @ 7:30 PM

Friday

• District Diving at Pearland Natatorium @ 9:30 AM
• Seussical the Musical @ 7:00 PM
• Boys Soccer vs Dobie @ 7:30 PM

Saturday

• District Swim Meet at Pearland Natatorium @ 10:00 AM
• Girls Basketball vs Alvin @ 1:00 PM

• Seussical the Musical @ 2:00 PM

• Seussical the Musical @ 7:00 PM

Next Week

Tuesday

• Boys Basketball vs Manvel @ 7:00 PM

Wednesday

• Girls Soccer vs Pasadena Memorial @ 7:30 PM

Friday

• Seussical the Musical @ 7:00 PM
• Girls Basketball vs Dawson (at Dawson) @7:00 PM
• Boys Soccer vs Dobie @ 7:30 PM

Saturday

• Girls Soccer vs Shadow Creek @ 12:00 PM

• Seussical the Musical @ 2:00 PM

• Seussical the Musical @ 7:00 PM

Pearland High School's production of Seussical the Musical starts in two weeks. Be sure to get your tickets now before they are all gone!

CTE Mini Grant

One new piece we want to highlight is the NBCEA CTE Student Mini Grant. For students interested in Career and Technical Education courses, this grant can help cover costs such as certification fees, testing expenses, project materials, equipment, and uniforms. We don’t want course fees or outside circumstances to be the reason a student opts out of a class that could prepare them for their future. This grant gives students more freedom to say yes to opportunities that genuinely interest them.

Only 600 yearbooks remain for the 2025–2026 school year. Yearbooks are priced at $100, with an optional home delivery upgrade. Orders can be placed through the PHS website or Jostens.com.

Families may also purchase Yearbook Dedications or Recognition Ads, with a firm deadline of May 1. Space is limited, and late submissions cannot be accepted. All ad creation and purchases are completed online, and families may return to edit their designs as often as needed before the deadline.

Senior Portraits:

The last opportunities for senior portraits for the Class of 2026 are quickly approaching. The final deadline to take senior portraits at the studio is February 1 for the 2026 Yearbook.

Senior Portraits taken after the deadline will not be included in the 2026 Yearbook.

Final Dates At PHS

• January 22 - Schedule Open

Free and paid appointments are still available at both studio locations. Visit cady.com to schedule all appointments.

PTA Meeting

Our next meeting will be January 26th at 6:00 PM.

📚 The Princeton Review Webinars

We have partnered with The Princeton Review to provide Academic and College Admission webinars for our PHS families. These are Free Virtual events for our families throughout the year.

• February 18th 6pm - SAT Strategy Session

• March 4th 6pm - Study Skills 101

• April 8th 6pm - Inside the Admissions Committee

Membership

Join the PTA today! Join: Join PTA!

• Seniors: Only 7 senior signs are still available.Purchase Here: Purchase Senior Signs

• Students: All student members will receive special treats throughout the school year!

Stay Connected

Follow the Pearland High School PTA on social media to celebrate students and stay updated on events:

• Facebook Page
• Pearland High School PTA Newsletter

The 2026 Local Scholarship Packet is now available online. Students can access the fillable application and review submission requirements using this link or through the PHS Counselors website.

Important reminders:

• All materials are due to the Counseling Office by February 6, 2026, at 2:45 PM

• No email submissions and no front desk drop-offs will be accepted

• Many scholarships require a counselor letter of recommendation, so starting early is essential

January’s Character Strong focus is Perseverance—the ability to keep going even when progress feels slow or challenges arise. This theme reinforces the idea that success is built through resilience, effort, and determination over time.

The district-wide #iwillASK suicide-prevention event will be held on January 22, 2026, offering student presentations, resources, and community support.

• English I Field Test: February 4

• TELPAS Testing: March 18–20

• SAT: March 25

• STAAR ELA I & II: April 8

• STAAR Biology & U.S. History: April 15

• STAAR Algebra: April 21

• SAT (SAT Prep): April 29

• AP Testing Window: May 4–15

• Graduation 🎓: May 22