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PES 11.10.25 School News

Posted Date: 11/10/25 (04:32 PM)


Pick Elementary School News

Monday, November 10, 2025

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PES Celebrates our Veterans!

It was an honor to celebrate our Veterans at our parade last Friday!

Thank you to our PES Family Veterans that joined in our parade! We extend our most sincere THANKS! We are grateful for your service!
A man in a car waves to a crowd holding flags, likely at an event.
A soldier stands in front of a 'Thank You Veterans' display with balloons and patriotic decorations.
Children hold American flags and a sign, smiling for the camera.
A group of smiling students hold American flags and a sign that says "Mrs. Collum's 5th grade class loves our Veterans."
A large military vehicle with camouflage paint is parked outdoors.
A silver SUV drives past a crowd of people waving flags, with flags and banners overhead.
A tan military vehicle drives on a crosswalk, with flags and people in the background.
A white minivan decorated with patriotic symbols is parked near a building with flags.
 
American flags wave against a blue sky, with text reading 'Veterans Day'.

Reminder: ACS Students will be out of school Tuesday, November 11th for Veterans Day.

We salute and honor our Veterans as we are most grateful for their dedication and service.

PTO News

Thank you for a wonderful start to our annual fundraiser!

The PES Great Space Race!

Today, all of the students that registered over the weekend enjoyed their Pop Party celebration! The PES Space Race is off to wonderful start with 177 students registered! We have already raised $3,635.00! Way to go, Pick Families! Students may continue to receive sponsorship donations from family members and friends through November 20th to earn prizes. We hope to meet our school wide goal of $20,000, and we look forward to our Space Jam celebration finale on Friday, November 21st! Thank you so much for your involvement and support!

A large group of diverse children pose together, holding popsicles in a gymnasium.
 
A prize wall with a space theme, featuring various rewards and a school-wide goal.
A young girl ponders wishes for her school, surrounded by books and pencils.
Space-themed school event poster with text and illustrations on a starry background.
Promotional graphic for the Pick Elementary Space Race fundraiser, featuring an astronaut on the moon.
PES Fund Hub Link- Click here!
 

The next PTO Spirit Night will be November 17th at Gutherie's Downtown.

Don't forget to mention Pick Spirit Night to earn money for our school.
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Congratulations to Mrs. Funderburk, our 2025-2026 PES Teacher of the Year!

A teacher smiles next to a poster celebrating her as 'Teacher of the Year'.
Mrs. Becky Funderburk joined the PES family in 2022. She is a fourth grade teacher and grade level leader. Becky Funderburk is an unsung hero whose consistency, kindness, and intentionality shine in everything she does. Her classroom radiates joy, warmth, and purpose. Students feel valued, capable, and cared for under her guidance because she truly knows each of them as a whole child. She skillfully balances high expectations with compassion, encouraging both academic success and personal growth.
A lifelong learner herself, Becky models curiosity and enthusiasm for learning, creating lessons that are highly engaging and meaningful. She nurtures confidence, integrity, and a love for learning in every student. Her peers describe her as collaborative, supportive, and always willing to share ideas or lend a hand. Becky makes a lasting impact on students and staff alike. She reminds everyone what exceptional teaching looks and feels like with her intentionality, strong relationships, and joy! 

Upcoming Dates and Events

  • Tuesday, November 11th- ACS is closed for Veterans Day
  • Wednesday, November 12th- Progress Reports go home
  • Friday, November 21st- Fundraiser Celebration and Habit Team Pop Party
  • November 26th-28th- ACS is closed for Thanksgiving
 
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If you have any questions or concerns, please don't hesitate to contact us.

Pick Elementary School
1320 North College Street
Auburn, Alabama 36832

p. 334.887.2110
f. 334.887.6057