Presbyterian Day School (PDS) is a private, Christian preschool and elementary school serving boys from 2-years-old through 6th grade.
Founded in 1949, PDS serves approximately 500 boys in grades YK-6th grades. With our mission of striving to glorify God by developing boys in wisdom and stature and favor with God and man, we take a holistic approach to education, nurturing the heart, soul, mind and body of each boy. Our academic program centers on the development of critical and creative thinking skills. We train our boys to rese
06/22/2026
🏁🏎There is still time to help fuel the mission of PDS and power the experiences that help our boys thrive. Gifts made through July 31, 2026 count toward the 2025-2026 Annual Fund, which supports the people, programs, and opportunities that keep our school moving forward each day. Fill the tank and make your gift online at www.pdsmemphis.org/give today!🏁🏎
06/21/2026
From monthly Virtue Breakfasts to the Father/Son St. Louis trip and the Victory Ranch retreat in 6th grade, we are intentional about creating opportunities for fathers and sons to grow together.
Thank you to the dads and grandfathers who lead, encourage, support, and walk alongside our boys each step of the way. Your presence matters more than you know. Happy Father’s Day to all of our PDS dads and grandfathers! 💙💙
06/15/2026
“Seek the welfare of the city where I have sent you...” Jeremiah 29:7
This verse guided our Leadership 901 Class of 2026, a sixth-grade elective that challenges boys to research local nonprofits and support one organization with their time, talent, and treasure.
This year, the boys chose Streets Ministries and spent the quarter fundraising through 3D-printed Crusader keychains, popsicle sales, and Chick-fil-A chicken biscuit breakfasts. Their hard work culminated on Class Day, where they proudly presented a donation of $3,394.66.
Thank you to our students, families, faculty, staff, and Chick-fil-A for making this gift possible. Most importantly, our boys learned that servant leadership can make a lasting impact on our city and community.
06/12/2026
Heroes & Helpers Week at Camp PDS! 🚒🦸♂️
This week, our campers are celebrating the everyday heroes who make our community stronger and safer. As part of our Heroes & Helpers theme, the boys had the opportunity to learn from local firefighters about fire safety, emergency preparedness, and what it means to be a servant leader and help others with courage and compassion.
06/11/2026
🏆🃏Sometimes the best support doesn’t happen in an office, it happens around a table with a deck of cards.
Throughout the year our 4th grade boys spend time playing UNO and 3rd graders playing Go Fish with Mr. Edwards, our school counselor. These interactions create opportunities for boys to build trust in a relaxed setting with him and each other. It helps to normalize visits to the counselors office when they need extra support.
The annual competitions come to an exciting finish with the UNO and Go Fish Championships held during the final days of the year. Congratulations to 3rd Grader Gates Cobb and 4th Grader Ian Reze!
06/09/2026
Our PDS coaches are not only beloved by the boys, but they also go above and beyond to create activities that spark excitement and keep boys moving. From indoor putt-putt courses on rainy days to ga ga ball, rock climbing, and even glow-in-the-dark 9 square, the boys are learning healthy habits while having fun in creative and engaging ways.
You never know what you might find in the PDS gyms, fields, or Lifetime Fitness Center, but one thing is certain-the boys are always moving! 💪⚽⛳🧗
06/05/2026
Happy National Donut Day! 🍩
Each month, we celebrate birthdays during Friday chapel with a sweet tradition. Boys with birthdays that month come to the front of the sanctuary as their classmates sing to them, then it’s time to head down the aisle for a well-earned celebratory donut. A treasured PDS tradition that brings so much joy!
06/02/2026
Our library summer hours begin today! All students are invited to stop by and check out books for summer reading adventures.
🗓 Tuesdays: 12–3 PM
🗓 Thursdays: 9 AM–12 PM
And for our boys in grades 1–6… don’t forget to complete your summer reading bingo card for a FREE ice cream cone from Ben & Jerry's 🍦
We can’t wait to see everyone in the library this summer!
06/01/2026
PDS Band is offered to boys in 5th and 6th grade. The boys receive both small group and full-band instruction under the direction of our outstanding band director, Terry Himebook. Recently the PDS band hit all the right notes at the Memphis Band Solo & Ensemble Competition! Every single PDS entry earned a medal which is an incredible accomplishment and a testament to the boys’ hard work. 🎶👏
