September 2025

September 5

• Welcome Back students. Homecoming will be upon us quickly and Homecoming court applications are now open. Please pay close attention to the strict guidlines. Applications will be posted in your class Canvas page and in this announcement. https://shorturl.at/UhSSc

• Instructors - The PCTI Education Foundation Golf Outing is coming up on October 9th at Preakness Valley Golf Course. Flyers will be in your mailbox to golf, attend dinner, or donate. All proceeds go towards scholarships for our students. If you would like to assist with the golf outing, there is an interest meeting on Wednesday, September 10th at 3:00pm in the all purpose room across from Cafe 2 in PCTI building. The more hands the better to make it a fun day for all!

• Welcome back CSA! Our first meeting is Wednesday, 9-17-25, HX 106 at 3:00PM in the automotive building. The large garage door will be open. All are welcome!

• Are you passionate about gaming? Do you thrive on teamwork, strategy, and competition? The PCTVS Esports is looking for dedicated players to who want to compete, if you are interested in joining the Fall season. Fill out the sign-up form below to get started https://forms.gle/2fUremShwCEbmdA58

• Attention PCTVS students! Do you want to earn community service and volunteer hours? Do you want to travel to different high schools? Do you want a guaranteed seat at football games? Do you want to tell security guards you’re with the band? Well if you do, the marching band needs you to be a roadie and help us move equipment! Interested students should fill out this Google Form https://forms.gle/G7bPygUGyXWbmCuA9 ASAP. Spots are limited, and due to logistics, the band can only accept a certain number of dedicated roadies. If you have any questions, don’t hesitate to reach out to Mr. Bennett.

• Calling All PCTVS BULLDOGS! Looking for something to do after school? Stop by the PCTVS Teen Center — we’re open every day! Find us on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays at the Wellness Center & Tuesdays and Thursdays in the H Wing. Whether you wanna relax, connect with peers, gain assistance on a project, or just vibe we’ve got you. Bring a friend and stop by! Light Refreshment served Also, be sure to connect with us on Instagram @pctiteencenter for all program updates, announcements, and weekly schedules. PCTI Teen Center Consent Form - https://forms.office.com/r/PPznhZyav5

• The PCTVS Dance Ensemble will hold auditions for the annual Winter Dance Concert on Tuesday, September 9th, Wednesday, September 10th, and Thursday, September 11th from 3:00–5:00pm in Room B-108. All are welcome, but anyone interested must attend the first day of auditions (September 9th) in order to participate. For more information and to register, please join the Dance Ensemble Canvas Course. Questions? Email jackermann@pcti.tec.nj.us .

• Attention anyone who is interest in playing PCTI Ice Hockey this upcoming season. Please attend the PCTI Ice Hockey Team Interest Meeting on Monday, 9/29 at 5:30pm in the STEM Lecture Hall. This meeting is for new and returning players, parents, guardians, and coaches. Looking forward to seeing all who are interested in PCTI ice hockey there! Go Bulldogs!

• The Wellness Center offers drop-in times this week for students feeling stressed and needing a break. Check the schedule in the morning announcements. Missing Honors, AP classes, tests, quizzes, or presentations during these times is strongly discouraged. https://tinyurl.com/yxrahzk6

Bulldog Athletics
Here are today's game reports:

• Team: Varsity Soccer (F)
  Opponent: Bergen Tech
  Location: Away
  Score: 6 (PCTVS) vs. 2 (Opponent)
  Highlights: Girls' Varsity Soccer won their season opener against division rival, Bergen Tech. The Lady Bulldogs won on the road 6-2 against the Knights! Junior Skylar Ventura and freshman Madison Carbora both had a hit trick, all coming in the second half of the game! Emily Washburn had 11 saves on the match. Wish us luck in our next game against West Essex next week. Go Bulldogs!

• Team: Varsity Soccer (M)
  Opponent: Bergen Tech
  Location: Home
  Score: 2 (PCTVS) vs. 1 (Opponent)
  Highlights: The Boys Varsity Soccer Team kicked off their season with a hard-fought 2-1 win over Bergen Tech in Double Overtime! Dylan Arcila scored the first goal for the Bulldogs, assisted by Arturo Beristain-Delgado. In the second overtime, assisted by Ben Irizarry, Joey DeAndrea net the game winner, sealing the Bulldogs victory. In goal, Josh Escamilla and Joey Iannacone combined for 8 saves. Come support the Bulldogs as they face St. Joe's in their next match!

  
  

September 4

• Welcome Back students. Homecoming will be upon us quickly and Homecoming court applications are now open. Please pay close attention to the strict guidlines. Applications will be posted in your class Canvas page and in this announcement. https://shorturl.at/UhSSc

• Welcome back CSA! Our first meeting is Wednesday, 9-17-25, HX 106 at 3:00PM in the automotive building. The large garage door will be open. All are welcome!

• Are you passionate about gaming? Do you thrive on teamwork, strategy, and competition? The PCTVS Esports is looking for dedicated players to who want to compete, if you are interested in joining the Fall season. Fill out the sign-up form below to get started https://forms.gle/2fUremShwCEbmdA58

• Attention PCTVS students! Do you want to earn community service and volunteer hours? Do you want to travel to different high schools? Do you want a guaranteed seat at football games? Do you want to tell security guards you’re with the band? Well if you do, the marching band needs you to be a roadie and help us move equipment! Interested students should fill out this Google Form https://forms.gle/G7bPygUGyXWbmCuA9 ASAP. Spots are limited, and due to logistics, the band can only accept a certain number of dedicated roadies. If you have any questions, don’t hesitate to reach out to Mr. Bennett.

• Calling All PCTVS BULLDOGS! Looking for something to do after school? Stop by the PCTVS Teen Center — we’re open every day! Find us on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays at the Wellness Center & Tuesdays and Thursdays in the H Wing. Whether you wanna relax, connect with peers, gain assistance on a project, or just vibe we’ve got you. Bring a friend and stop by! Light Refreshment served Also, be sure to connect with us on Instagram @pctiteencenter for all program updates, announcements, and weekly schedules. PCTI Teen Center Consent Form - https://forms.office.com/r/PPznhZyav5

September 3

• Welcome Back students. Homecoming will be upon us quickly and Homecoming court applications are now open. Please pay close attention to the strict guidlines. Applications will be posted in your class Canvas page and in this announcement. https://shorturl.at/UhSSc

• Welcome back CSA! Our first meeting is Wednesday, 9-17-25, HX 106 at 3:00PM in the automotive building. The large garage door will be open. All are welcome!

• Are you passionate about gaming? Do you thrive on teamwork, strategy, and competition? The PCTVS Esports is looking for dedicated players to who want to compete, if you are interested in joining the Fall season. Fill out the sign-up form below to get started https://forms.gle/2fUremShwCEbmdA58

• Attention PCTVS students! Do you want to earn community service and volunteer hours? Do you want to travel to different high schools? Do you want a guaranteed seat at football games? Do you want to tell security guards you’re with the band? Well if you do, the marching band needs you to be a roadie and help us move equipment! Interested students should fill out this Google Form https://forms.gle/G7bPygUGyXWbmCuA9 ASAP. Spots are limited, and due to logistics, the band can only accept a certain number of dedicated roadies. If you have any questions, don’t hesitate to reach out to Mr. Bennett.

• Calling All PCTVS BULLDOGS! Looking for something to do after school? Stop by the PCTVS Teen Center — we’re open every day! Find us on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays at the Wellness Center & Tuesdays and Thursdays in the H Wing. Whether you wanna relax, connect with peers, gain assistance on a project, or just vibe we’ve got you. Bring a friend and stop by! Light Refreshment served Also, be sure to connect with us on Instagram @pctiteencenter for all program updates, announcements, and weekly schedules. PCTI Teen Center Consent Form - https://forms.office.com/r/PPznhZyav5