PCHS Bulletin - Aliza Vitoritt
Date Published - May 20, 2026
Teacher appreciation week was May 4-8 with the theme “SUN-sational.” Each day had a theme with treats or prizes provided by programs at the school and the community.
Monday: Sweet treats and coffee curtesy of Forayna
Tuesday: Lemonade, iced tea, and water provided by Dana Licata (testing coordinator) and Mercedes Wildman (media specialist)
Wednesday: Staff held their annual after school BINGO with gift cards prizes donated by the community and Jeremiah’s Italian Ice
Thursday: Chick-fil-La lunch provided by Bayside Church
Friday: Sweet treats provided by the PCHS Sweet Spot Baking Club
Additionally, teachers received tickets to win raffle prizes throughout the week. The raffle baskets were organized by the School Advisory Council.
Teachers such as Brianna Lashway gave students the opportunity to show their appreciation to their favorite teachers by asking them to write letters.
Students share their favorite teachers such as sophomore Katelynn Edwards, “I like Mrs. Lancaster since she's always so happy and it's a good way to start off my day” and sophomore Lexi Brielmann stating, “I like Mr. Lambert because he's kind and he cares about us a lot”.
From a poll on the Bulletin Instagram page (pchs_bullpen), Jenna Riccio said, “Mr. Walker is truly the best teacher I have ever had.”
Kayla Hope said, “Mrs. Post listens and helps any student out. She is overall the best.”
Curtis McBernie said, “Ms. Pena is the sweetest, most encouraging teacher I’ve ever had.”
Additionally, teachers were given the opportunity to participate in an underground spirit week which included PJs, Neon/Bright colors, Tie Dye, and Hawaiian themes.
Wednesday, May 6 was a school-wide testing day. The faculty wore matching shirts that read “Bright Minds, Strong Herd” to encourage a positive testing environment. They did this again on Tuesday, May 19 for another school-wide testing day.
The staff at PCHS continues to show up for their students and this week was a chance for the community to show their appreciation.
Kerri Ranck, one of the deans at PCHS, organized teacher appreciation week. She said, “it’s always fun connecting with others and getting creative to come up with a theme and a variety of things for all to enjoy.”
She said it’s stressful at first, but “worth it to see everyone get involved, have fun, and enjoy the activities and meals planned.”