Good Afternoon!
PTHS is excited to welcome our students back to Golden Panther Territory on Wednesday, September 2nd. The start of a new school year brings excitement, anticipation, and the opportunity for each of our students to Navigate with Purpose—our guiding theme for the year. Together, as a school community, we will encourage one another to be intentional about who we are, who we want to become and where we want to go. This year we welcome the Class of 2030 and new students who are about to begin their journey at PTHS. We also welcome back our returning students and look forward to their leadership. We can't wait for the Golden Panthers to represent the Blue and Gold with pride throughout our community.
To help you and your child prepare for a strong start, please take a few moments to review the following important information:
Principal’s Welcome Letter
In my letter, I share reflections on the year ahead, updates on school initiatives, and other items related to the start of school. You can read the full letter here: Parent Letter 2026
School Newsletter – Back to School Edition
As in the past, each Friday I will send out a NEWS FROM THE PANTHER DEN newsletter. This edition includes key dates, schedules, lunch procedures and other helpful resources for families. You can access the newsletter here: NEWS FROM THE PANTHER DEN: WELCOME BACK EDITION
Student Internet Enabled Device Policy
As you are more than likely aware, New Jersey has passed a new law that requires all schools to have a "bell-to-bell" policy regarding cell phone and other personal internet device use during the school day. I have included a letter and some frequently asked questions that will address how PTHS intends to handle the new law. The letter is also included in the newsletter. This will be discussed with students at their class meetings on Friday, September 4th and via email prior to the start of school. While it will be a slight change for the students, staff and families, we look forward to partnering together to make the transition as smooth as possible.
All of our "Back to School" information can also be found on our new website, www.pequannock.org. You can also view our Student Handbook, which outlines all of the expectations for the 2026-2027 school year.
We hope you can join us on Thursday, August 27th at 6:30 pm as we kick off the school year with our first home football game against Boonton. Come dressed in a Hawaiian theme! I look forward to seeing our community come together to support the Blue and Gold!
If you have any questions prior to the start of the school year, please do not hesitate to contact your child's guidance counselor or the PTHS Main Office. I hope you all have a healthy and happy finish to the summer. I look forward to seeing our students on September 2nd!
Let's Go Panthers!
With Panther Pride,
Richard M. Hayzler, Principal