Punta Gorda Middle School

It was a special day for our 8th graders on the Student Leadership Team as they welcomed the newest Eagle Leaders! Students interested in being a part of this year long elective course had to apply. The process to be selected was a blind application process carried out by our present Student Leadership Class and Adult Lighthouse Advisors. Please welcome our ‘26-‘27 members and a few that are coming back for another year!

The last day is finally here! Our students have their final exam for period 7 tomorrow and any students needing to make up exams from earlier in the week will have the opportunity. We will then spend the afternoon celebrating students and their hard work this school year.

Students will rotate throughout the afternoon between a pep rally in the gymnasium, field games, and PTO crafts/activities and BINGO in the cafeteria.

The firetruck spray down will wrap up the day, so students wanting to participate should bring a change of clothes and towel.

Lastly, concessions and Kona Ice will be for sale, and students wishing to skip the line can prepay for Kona by 9:30am with the link below:

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Let’s make it a great day, Eagles! 🦅

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Big news for Punta Gorda Middle School! 🎉

PGMS is officially a candidate school for the International Baccalaureate (IB) Middle Years Programme (MYP), becoming the only school in Charlotte County pursuing the IB framework.

The IB Middle Years Programme is designed for students ages 11–16 and focuses on rigorous academics, critical thinking, leadership, global perspectives, and real-world learning experiences.

During the candidacy process, the programme will initially be available to incoming sixth-grade students, with expansion planned for all grade levels the following year.

Families interested in learning more about the IB Middle Years Programme at PGMS are encouraged to visit the school website at: https://pgms.yourcharlotteschools.net/ib

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Punta Gorda Middle School enters International Baccalaureate candidacy Punta Gorda Middle School enters International Baccalaureate candidacy May 26, 2026 CHARLOTTE C...

Long lines are the WORST, so skip the lines by prepaying for Kona Ice for this Friday’s afternoon of fun at PGMS after the 7th period exam. An ice treat is a great way to wrap up the school year!

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The 8th grade Yearbook Signing Celebration was a success! Thanks again to our PTO and all of the teachers and staff that made the afternoon activity possible!

Our final nominations for Student of the Month for the 25-26 school year are in and we would like to congratulate the following students for their leadership and role in making Punta Gorda Middle a great place to be! Go Eagles! 🦅

Back in March, our PGMS students learned how to honor and properly fold the American flag in their Civics classes. Recognizing their dedication, Mrs. Moon teamed up with Mr. Pavluchuk to create an official student flag detail.
Now, every single morning and afternoon, these responsible students are in charge of raising and lowering our school's flag. They take great pride in handling it with the utmost respect and folding it with honor.
A huge shoutout to our school Guardian, Mr. Crowell, who helps guide the students and ensures proper flag etiquette is always followed.
We love seeing our students step up, take leadership, and show such incredible respect for our country and school community.
In honor of all military personnel who have fallen in duty, we hope you enjoy your Memorial Day weekend.
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Our 6th, 7th, and 8th grade awards we packed full of families and student leaders! We appreciate the support and are extremely proud of our award earners. 744 combined certificates were give out for Academic Excellence and S.O.A.R. in electives and core classes. Additionally, 1 plaque award was given for Principal’s Outstanding student and Soaring Eagle for each grade. Lastly, 8th graders were eligible also for Principal’s A Honor Roll certificates for earning all A’s in 6th, 7th, and 8th grades, and a final plaque was given for the Cathy Corsaletti Award in honor of a respected past principal. What a privilege to award these to well deserving students!