🗓️ Calendar Reminder! 🗓️ As a friendly reminder, there is no school on Monday, January 19. We look forward to welcoming our students back to school on Tuesday, January 20. Have a great weekend - GO TROJANS!
🏆Plainwell Athletic Hall of Fame 2026 - Bill Switzer🏆
Plainwell Athletics is proud to announce that Bill Switzer was selected for the 2026 Plainwell Athletic Hall of Fame! Regarded as the architect of the program, Bill launched Plainwell Wrestling in 1964, transforming a student club into the school’s first varsity team by the 1965-66 season. Driven by the belief that athletics should be accessible to students of all sizes, he immersed himself in the sport through university camps and peer mentorship to establish a competitive foundation. His hands-on leadership guided the program’s first wave of talent, including conference champions and state qualifiers, before he transitioned to an assistant role in 1971. Although he retired from coaching in 1976, his vision and dedication established the enduring legacy and culture of Plainwell Wrestling.
đź“… Induction Ceremony: The 2026 Hall of Fame inductees will be honored tonight (Friday, January 16) in between the Girls and Boys Varsity Basketball Games. Please join us in celebrating these Trojan greats and congratulating them on this well-deserved honor! đź’™
The Trojan Ski Team, consisting of six boys from Plainwell High School and Thornapple-Kellogg High School, had the honor of volunteering at the Special Olympics of Southwest Michigan Winter Games. Throughout the event, the entire team showed amazing Trojan Pride! They arrived on time, worked diligently to set up and take down the course, and served as gatekeepers during two different levels of Giant Slalom and Slalom races. Most importantly, the athletes from PHS and TKHS provided unwavering support, encouragement, and celebration for the competitors throughout the event.
Shout-out to Mark Gielincki (TK), Nolan Prime (TK), Gerrit Taber (PHS), Benjamin White (PHS), Corben Harrington (PHS) and Malachi Water (PHS) - TROJAN PRIDE!
The Middle School Parent and Community Committee is looking for community members who are interested and available to deliver a 30-minute presentation on their careers to middle school students. To volunteer, please scan the QR code or visit https://forms.gle/AQLfwsfeJNAs5Muf8.
🏆Plainwell Athletic Hall of Fame 2026 - Dalton Smith🏆
Plainwell Athletics is proud to announce that Dalton Smith was selected for the 2026 Plainwell Athletic Hall of Fame! From 2003 to 2006, this standout grappler rewrote the Plainwell High School record books as the program’s first four-time state qualifier and first-ever two-time State Champion. He secured titles in both the 119lb and 125lb weight classes, notably defeating a returning state champion during his junior year run to the podium. His career was defined by sheer dominance, accumulating 181 wins (2nd all-time), 337 takedowns, and multiple conference, district, and regional titles while surrendering historically few points.
đź“… Induction Ceremony: The 2026 Hall of Fame inductees will be honored tonight (Friday, January 16) in between the Girls and Boys Varsity Basketball Games. Please join us in celebrating these Trojan greats and congratulating them on this well-deserved honor! đź’™
The PCS Pool will be closed tomorrow (Friday, January 16) for noon lap swim due to work being completed in the locker room.
🎀 2026 Daughter Dance 🎀 Registration is still open for the 2026 Daughter Dance! All PCS K-6th grade daughters are invited to join us on Saturday, February 14. The event will be held at Plainwell Middle School from 4:00-6:00 PM (doors open at 3:30 PM for pictures only) and includes a formal digital photo, DJ, selfie station, refreshments, entry into a raffle and a flower. Bypass the registration line at the event and register today by scanning the QR code or by visiting plainwellschools.org/page/youth-programs (cash and check only accepted at the door).
PHS Parents, mark your calendar to join us for these upcoming events during Parent-Teacher Conferences on Thursday, January 22. For information on the events, please visit https://5il.co/3teob.
We are excited to announce the Plainwell Middle School Students of the Week for January 12-16! We are proud of your hard work and dedication. Way to go, Trojans!
- Elanore (8th Grade)
- Makya (7th Grade)
- Makenna (6th Grade)
Throughout the year, we look forward to continuing to share our outstanding Middle School Students of the Week! Special thanks to our Student of the Week sponsors: Fly Inn, Barbed Wire Cafe, Culver’s and Taqueria San Francisco. We greatly appreciate your support of PCS and our students - Today’s Learners, Tomorrow’s Leaders!
Join the Plainwell Marching Band for an epic night at the rink! Purchase your tickets today for the Friday, January 30 K-Wings Hockey Game vs. the Toledo Walleye, every ticket helps support new uniforms and equipment for the TMB! To purchase tickets, please visit https://www.gofevo.com/event/Plainwellmarching2.
🏆Plainwell Athletic Hall of Fame 2026 - Sarah Owens (Morrell)🏆
Plainwell Athletics is proud to announce that Sarah Owens (Morrell) was selected for the 2026 Plainwell Athletic Hall of Fame! As a four-year varsity starter, Sarah Morrell propelled Plainwell Basketball to a remarkable 72-17 record, culminating in a school-record 23-1 season and a Regional Finals appearance during her senior campaign. As the program’s all-time leading scorer with 1,363 career points, she led the team in scoring and rebounding for four consecutive seasons while dominating opponents across multiple positions. Her accolades mirror her impact, featuring three All-State selections—including First Team honors as a senior—and recognition as the Kalamazoo Gazette All-Area Player of the Year. Sarah’s combination of unmatched production and relentless work ethic cemented her status as one of the most versatile and accomplished players in Plainwell history.
đź“… Induction Ceremony: The 2026 Hall of Fame inductees will be honored on Friday, January 16 in between the Girls and Boys Varsity Basketball Games. Please join us in celebrating these Trojan greats and congratulating them on this well-deserved honor! đź’™
On Sunday, PHS proudly hosted its Fifth Annual VEX Robotics Competition, featuring seven teams from Plainwell High School. It was a fantastic day of competition, made even more exciting by Superintendent Montange, who served as the announcer for the event. Great job, PHS Robotics!
Due to snow and ice creating difficult travel conditions, all afternoon and evening activities are canceled today (Wednesday, January 14). This cancellation includes all events, games, concerts and practices district-wide.
Do you have a student starting 6th grade at Plainwell Middle School next fall? Current 5th grade parents, please mark your calendar to join us for our upcoming 6th Grade Parent/Guardian Orientation on Thursday, February 19 at 5:30 PM in the Plainwell Middle School Cafeteria. Parents/Guardians (only) are invited to join us to learn about schedules, counseling, athletics, electives and more!
Have questions? Please contact Lynne Seibert at lynne.seibert@plainwellschools.org.
After being nominated by Mrs. Emily Johnson (PHS Counselor) earlier this school year, Kassie Wanamaker (PHS Senior) recently received the Society of Women Engineers Certificate of Merit from Michigan Tech University. This award recognizes her excellence and potential in the fields of science and engineering. Congratulations, Kassie! We wish you the best in your future studies in science and engineering – PLAINWELL PRIDE!
🏆Plainwell Athletic Hall of Fame 2026 - Kyle Farris🏆 Plainwell Athletics is proud to announce that Kyle Farris was selected for the 2026 Plainwell Athletic Hall of Fame! As a four-year varsity standout and two-time captain, Kyle Farris powered Plainwell soccer to a 2010 State Semi-final run while earning consecutive All-State, All-Region, and All-District honors. After a collegiate playing career at Western Michigan University, he returned to Plainwell as the Girls Varsity Head Coach, where he immediately delivered a 2016 Conference Title and earned Coach of the Year recognition. His legacy of excellence and leadership continues through his tenure as an assistant coach for the WMU Women’s Soccer program. 📅 Induction Ceremony: The 2026 Hall of Fame inductees will be honored on Friday, January 16 in between the Girls and Boys Varsity Basketball Games. Please join us in celebrating these Trojan greats and congratulating them on this well-deserved honor! 💙
Recently, PHS Senior Grant Comer presented at the MASSP Catalyst 25 Conference held at the Crown Plaza in Lansing. Accompanying him were PHS educators: Tim Hurley and David Clark, along with four students: Mai Nguyen, Colton Mull, Kaden Scott and Joe Hoffman. They had the opportunity to attend the conference to support Grant and gain insights into the use of AI in education.
The PHS representatives learned valuable strategies for integrating AI practices to support learning. A key takeaway for many was the belief that “AI should complement learning and not replace thinking.”
PHS Senior Madison Nieuwenhuis is a highly-ranked national high school wrestler. While at PHS, she has earned three State Championships and recently signed to compete at the collegiate level at The University of Iowa next year. Madison has played a pivotal role in growing the Girls Wrestling program at PHS and beyond! Recently, we took some time for a Q & A with Madison to learn about her wrestling journey and what it means to her to witness the growth in Girls Wrestling. To view the Q & A, please visit https://5il.co/3tcqj.
Madison and the PHS Girls Wrestling Team will compete at their only home match TONIGHT (Tuesday, January 13) beginning at 6:00 PM. Let's fill the stands to support the Trojans in this spotlight dual against Wayland! GO TROJANS!
📸 Courtesy of Ryan Lindsey Photography
KINDERGARTEN EVENT REMINDER! The special launch event for the Plainwell My Future Fund program is this week and we are excited to see our kindergarten families there! The Family Fun Night will be held on Wednesday (January 14) from 6:00-7:30 PM in the High School Cafeteria. This new initiative is designed to support our youngest learners and their families, and we would love to have you with us to learn more and celebrate its start.
We look forward to seeing our kindergarten families on Wednesday to kick-off the My Future Fund program! Please check your email for a link to RSVP for the event. If you have any questions, please contact your student's building.
🏆 Plainwell Athletic Hall of Fame 2026 - Shannon Cunningham (Carrier) 🏆 Plainwell Athletics is proud to announce that Shannon Cunningham (Carrier) was selected for the 2026 Plainwell Athletic Hall of Fame! As a standout three-sport captain at Plainwell, Shannon (Carrier) Cunningham transitioned her leadership to a historic soccer career at Grand Valley State University. As a four-time All-GLIAC and three-time NCAA DII All-Region selection, she ranks among the program’s elite with 119 career points and the fourth-most assists in school history. Her legacy of on-field dominance and high character was cemented with her induction into the GVSU Athletic Hall of Fame in 2019. 📅 Induction Ceremony: The 2026 Hall of Fame inductees will be honored on Friday, January 16 in between the Girls and Boys Varsity Basketball Games. Please join us in celebrating these Trojan greats and congratulating them on this well-deserved honor! 💙
