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October 18, 2026

DISCOVERING STRENGTHS AND PURSUING DREAMS

Straight from heart of Mrs. Riedl

Pine Island Families,

THANK YOU again to ALL our families and PTO for another VERY SUCCESSFUL Trunk or Treat! It couldn't have been a more perfect evening!

Don't forget that it is time for the annual Character Pumpkin Challenge hosted by Mrs. Myers, our Media Specialist. Read below for all the details.

This week NJHS kicks off their 3rd Annual Boxes of Love Food Drive. Please see below for the details and how families can get involved.

Also, as we look forward into November, one of our most treasured traditions, honoring our men and women of service at our Veteran's Day Concert.

Please make sure to see the Veteran's Day invitation below for more details. Deadline is Friday, October 23.

It is a great day to be a Dolphin!

In Partnership,

Mrs. Riedl, Principal

HIGHLIGHTS BELOW:

Veteran's Day Invite/Sign-up
Character Pumpkin Contest
FCA Huddle - 5th - 8th grade ONLY
Boxes of Love Campaign - Hosted by NJHS
Red Ribbon Week Information
Fall Retake Pictures - Nov. 3
8th grade yearbook information - located on the yearbook flyer
Yearbook Purchase

ELMENTARY UPDATE:

MIDDLE SCHOOL UPDATES

MS POD Time -

MIDDLE SCHOOL SPORTS

PTO UPDATES

Weekly Newsletter Updates

Please read through each section of the NEWSplash to ensure you have all the details.

SCHOOL WIDE NEWS

3rd Annual Veteran's Day Concert

When: Thursday, November 5

Time: 6:30PM

Where: PIA CAFE

We are extending a special invite to our families and their special guest!
Please click on the invitation for more details on how to participate in this special event!
The deadline to register and be included in the special video presentation is Friday, October 23!

Veteran Pictures -

Students are asked to submit a picture ELECTRONICALLY of their honored guest, EVEN if they are NOT attending the concert.

CHARACTER PUMPKINS

ARE COMING TO PIA!

Your child may deliver the pumpkin to the Media Center on Monday, 10/26 or parents may leave the pumpkin in the office where the pumpkins will be gathered and delivered to the Media Center.
All pumpkins can be picked up on Friday, Oct. 30 between 3:00 and 3:20. Any unclaimed pumpkins will be removed from the building and disposed of promptly.
Be creative when creating your pumpkin storybook character.
Please DO NOT CARVE the pumpkin.

This activity is optional for all PIA students.

FCA Huddle - Oct. 21 - 5th - 8th grade ONLY

Our next Fellowship of Christian Athletes Huddle is this Wednesday, October 21^st from dismissal until 2:30 in room 219.
This is a non-denominational organization that combines faith with sport. All 5^th – 8^th graders are welcome to attend. Parent pick-up or biker, carter, walker will be necessary at 2:30.
If you have any questions, contact Coach Anderson (cindy.anderson@stjohns.k12.fl.us).

"Boxes of Love" Thanksgiving Food Drive

National Junior Honor Society (NJHS) is excited to sponsor our first “Boxes of Love” Thanksgiving Food Drive to support families in need throughout St. John’s County from October 19 - November 3.
Teachers will communicate the list of items in Teacher Newsletters this week.
Students will bring items to their classrooms!

Red Ribbon Spirit Week is coming - Oct. 26 - Oct. 30

Make sure to start planning for our exciting Red Ribbon spirit week.
Click on the graphic below for all the fun details!

Individual Fall Picture Retakes - Tuesday, November 3

Individual Fall Retakes and photos for new students will be on Tuesday, November 3.
Reminder: the packet of pictures you purchased must be returned in order to have retakes taken.
Any new students and students who were absent on the original picture date will also have a picture taken.

Time to buy your

yearbook!

K - 5 SCHOOL INFORMATION

MIDDLE SCHOOL INFORMATION

POD(Personalized Opportunities for Development) –

We are excited to introduce POD Time—Personalized Opportunities for Development!
POD is a 45-minute period each Wednesday, designed to provide students with dedicated time within the school day to strengthen their academics, enrichment, and personal developments.
During POD Time students will have the opportunity to engage in additional practice, receive additional assistance from teachers, retake summative assessments, participate in club meetings, and pursue personal interest areas. In addition, it gives teachers an opportunity to provide focused support while helping students build confidence, deepen their understanding, and explore new challenges.
Whether students need help with a concept, practice applying a skill, or an opportunity to extend their learning, this time is designed to help every student grow. We look forward to making Wednesdays a meaningful opportunity for continued success!
POD time was modeled after EXCEL time at Nease.