First Day of School

Pre-kindergarten is the starting point of a transformative 14-year journey at Pine Crest. The first day of school is a milestone for every family, filled with excitement, hope and new beginnings. For our legacy families—alumni who choose Pine Crest for their own children—it is also a testament to the enduring impact of their own experience. Choosing to return as parents is the highest vote of confidence in the education, values and community that shaped them.

Kindergarten is where the foundation for lifelong learning takes root. In this milestone year, we nurture curiosity, creativity and critical thinking, setting the stage for each child’s journey of academic and personal growth.

Chick Hatching

What’s that sound? First grade students look forward to the embryonic development unit in science class where they care for and examine chicken eggs. They wait excitedly for eggs to crack and baby chicks to emerge. 

Pumpkin Protagonists 

Paint, glue, ribbons and paper—no supplies are off limits for second grade students turning pumpkins into characters from their favorite books!

History in the Spotlight

Do you recognize these historical figures? Every year, third grade students host a living museum inspired by great men and women from history. While students learn to research and write biographies, they also spend time in the iLab learning circuity to make light boxes that spectators can turn on to make this museum come to life! 

A Night With The Stars

An exploration of space and a night under a rocketship is a highlight for fourth grade students. A trip up the coast to the Kennedy Space Center ignites students’ curiosity about our solar system and beyond.   

Bring it On!

Fifth grade is a pivotal year where students demonstrate resilience and grow in confidence as they prepare for the transition to Middle School. It’s a time of excitement and readiness as they embrace new challenges and opportunities for growth.

A Tradition of Trust

Each year, sixth grade students embark on a cherished tradition of more than 20 years that takes them through low- and high-ropes challenges. Students collaborate to overcome obstacles, build trust, develop leadership skills, and strengthen relationships with their peers.

Under Water Explorers 

Underwater exploration excites seventh grade students as they engage in the signature Underwater ROV project. A unit in Earth Science, students work in the iLab to design and build Remote Operated Vehicles to navigate an obstacle course in the pool. This hands-on experience strengthens their problem-solving abilities and fosters teamwork as they collaborate to tackle engineering challenges.

The Next-Gen of Leaders

Eighth grade is a transformative year where students lean into leadership roles, understanding when to step forward and when to step aside. With confidence and excitement, they are ready to embrace the next chapter of their academic and personal growth.

Getting the Lay of the Land

Panther Camp is in session for freshmen students. An orientation centered on bringing the incoming Class together, whether they be from our Middle Schools or are brand new to Pine Crest, students learn the campus, meet upperclassmen and spend time with administrators including president Dr. Dana Markham ’18H.

Writing, Research and Entrepreneurship, Oh My!

As sophomores, students who have demonstrated passion and skills for a specific subject embark on a three-year pursuit of knowledge and experience in one of three specialized programs: science research, social entrepreneurship and the talented writer's program.

College Prep 101

A glimpse beyond the brick walls of Pine Crest comes into focus as students accept the right of passage of standardized tests and college tours. While this is a time of excitement and even a little intimidation, students are guided every step of the way by dedicated college counselors.

Future Ready 

Twelfth grade marks the culmination of a student’s journey at Pine Crest. They are ready to embark on the next chapter of their lives as forward-thinking, globally-minded young adults. Fully prepared for college and beyond, they leave with the skills, knowledge, and confidence to make an impact in the world.