In the spirit of the season, the PHS Multicultural Club enjoyed an amazing outing to Frederik Meijer Gardens and the German Christkindl Markt in Grand Rapids! Students explored stunning Christmas tree displays and learned about holiday traditions from around the world. They also toured the German Christmas village, sampling delicious foods and browsing unique artisan gifts.
It was a wonderful way to experience new cultures, celebrate the season and make memories together!
The Lifelong Learners (L3) had a joyful holiday gathering in the lobby of the Plainwell Performing Arts Center yesterday at their 2025 Holiday Brunch. During the event, they enjoyed a festive brunch filled with seasonal treats, warm company and fun holiday inspired prizes. It was a wonderful morning with our community senior citizens and retirees, which filled everyone's hearts with holiday spirit!
We look forward to sharing our 2026 L3 events with you soon! If you would like to learn more about the program, which is open to Otsego and Plainwell community senior citizens and retirees, please contact Anne at 269-685-5823.
🎄Winter Holiday Break has arrived!🎄As a friendly reminder, our break will run from December 19-January 2. We wish the Trojan community a wonderful holiday break and look forward to welcoming our students back to school on Monday, January 5.
From all of us at PCS, Happy Holidays!
🎄 Registration is still open, but limited - register today! 🎄 Are you looking for a great activity to kick-off the Winter Holiday Break? Register your student for a fun afternoon at the Field House pool on Friday, December 19 from 1:30-3:30 PM. Join the High School Swim Team's FUNdraiser to enjoy festive activities including: open swim, a Christmas movie on the big screen, a holiday craft, cornhole, spike ball, cookie decorating, snacks and games. This drop-off event is open to ages 8+. Cost is $25 per participant (if multiple members from the same family are attending, the price is reduced to $20 per person). Register today by scanning the QR code or by visiting https://plainwell.revtrak.net/high-school/hs-athletics/#/v/swim-mas-splash-bash.
Join us tonight (Thursday, December 18) to kick-off Winter Holiday Break at the 2025 Winter Musicale Concert beginning at 7:00 PM! Tickets are still available for the annual PHS Band and Choir Holiday Concert at the Plainwell Performing Arts Center. General admission tickets are $8 per person (children 5 and under are free). To purchase tickets, please scan the QR code or visit plainwellschools.ludus.com. You can also stop by the box office, which will open one hour before the show.
We look forward to a wonderful concert featuring music by the PHS Choirs, Bands, Percussion Ensemble and Jazz Band!
There was so much 🎄holiday fun🎄 at Cooper Elementary this week. From special dress up days, to holiday celebrations, to lots of fun and games, the students were excited to show their holiday cheer before break.
On Tuesday, several students from Starr Elementary had the joy of welcoming special guests from Centre Meadows in Portage. These visitors brought holiday gift bags for 80 students, each thoughtfully handmade and filled with school supplies, personal care items, handmade winter gear and special treats.
The festive visit was filled with smiles, joy and gratitude from the students as they opened their gift bags and enjoyed their holiday treats. Special thanks to "Grandma Rosie" and her friends for bringing so much holiday joy to these Rock Starr students.
Are you looking for a festive way to kick-off Winter Holiday Break? Tickets are still available for the 2025 Winter Musicale Concert! Join us at the Plainwell Performing Arts Center for this annual PHS Band and Choir Holiday Concert tomorrow (Thursday, December 18) at 7 PM. General admission tickets are $8 per person (children 5 and under are free). To purchase tickets, please visit plainwellschools.ludus.com.
We look forward to a wonderful concert featuring music by the PHS Choirs, Bands, Percussion Ensemble & Jazz Band!
During Thanksgiving Break, the PHS Band and Choir students took an exciting trip to Orlando. There, they had the chance to explore both Disney World and Universal Studios, where both programs participated in a workshop experience and had the opportunity to showcase their talents in a performance. Highlights from their workshops and performances include:
🎺 The Band students had the incredible opportunity to participate in a workshop at Universal Studios. They went behind the scenes and recorded a backtrack for a scene from "Despicable Me". Additionally, the students were able to voice the beloved characters as voice actors and create sound effects. For their performance, they took part in a marching parade down Main Street at Magic Kingdom.
🎤 The Choir program's workshop involved recording two scenes from "Tangled," including both music and vocals. For their performance, they showcased their talent on the Mainstage at Universal, right in front of the Hard Rock Cafe!
This trip provided the Trojans with an unforgettable opportunity filled with unique experiences, amazing memories and perfect weather!
The Cooper staff had a delightful surprise when Mrs. Keorkunian (principal) arrived with a hot cocoa cart. The team enjoyed hot chocolate and cookies while receiving an individual “thank you” and heartfelt gratitude from their building principal. This thoughtful gesture beautifully highlighted how much Mrs. Keorkunian values the incredible staff at Cooper.
Congratulations to PHS Senior, Luke Filkins, on signing his letter of intent to play baseball at Alma College! We are incredibly proud of Luke's athletic achievements while at PHS and wish him all the best next year. From all of us at PCS, congratulations and best wishes!
🎄 Limited spots remaining! 🎄 Are you looking for a great activity to kick-off the Winter Holiday Break? Register your student today for a fun afternoon at the Field House pool on Friday, December 19 from 1:30-3:30 PM. Join the High School Swim Team's FUNdraiser to enjoy festive activities including: open swim, a Christmas movie on the big screen, a holiday craft, cornhole, spike ball, cookie decorating, snacks and games. This drop-off event is open to ages 8+. Cost is $25 per participant (if multiple members from the same family are attending, the price is reduced to $20 per person). Register today by scanning the QR code or by visiting https://plainwell.revtrak.net/high-school/hs-athletics/#/v/swim-mas-splash-bash.
If you are unable to attend, but would like to support the Men's Swim & Dive team's fundraiser, please visit https://plainwell.revtrak.net/high-school/High-School-Donations/HS-Athletics-Donations/#/v/HS-Swim-and-Dive-Donation-10.
On Friday, the Plainwell Middle School 8th grade band and choir took their annual trip to Chicago. Throughout their adventure, they visited Navy Pier, The Color Factory and Millennium Park/Cloud Gate. They also enjoyed a meal at Ed Debevic's and wrapped up the day by attending a performance of The Phantom of the Opera. The entire day was filled with amazing experiences and wonderful memories for the Trojans!
‼️ Field House Closures ‼️ Please note these Walking Track and Pool closures:
☑️ The Walking Track is closed the week of December 15-19 (school related activity) and from December 19-January 4 (Winter Holiday Break)
☑️ The Pool is closed the week of December 15-19 (school related activity) and December 24, 25, 31 and January 1 (Christmas & New Years)
We look forward to seeing you at the Field House following these closures - GO TROJANS!
Tickets are still available for the 2025 Winter Musicale Concert! Join us for this annual PHS Band and Choir Holiday Concert on Thursday, December 18 at 7 PM at the Plainwell Performing Arts Center. To purchase tickets, please visit plainwellschools.ludus.com.
Until break, all PCS buildings are collecting shelf stable foods, hygiene items, and household supplies in support of the Plainwell Volunteer Christmas Project. Join us to support families in our community this holiday season by dropping off these items at any PCS building today.
Another highlight from Trojan athletics this weekend! Congratulations to the Boys Swim and Dive team who finished 2nd overall at the Grand Rapids City Sprint! GO TROJANS!
Congratulations to Plainwell Divers - Aidan Ranger, Phil Mathis and Logan Stuifbergen - for their 🥇 FIRST PLACE🥇finish at the Grand Rapids City Sprints meet! TROJAN PRIDE!
PHS ➡️ IOWA - We are excited to share our first athletic signing from the Class of 2026! Congratulations to PHS Senior, Madison Nieuwenhuis on signing her letter of intent for Wrestling at The University of Iowa! We are incredibly proud of Madison's athletic achievements while at PHS and wish her all the best next year. From all of us at PCS, congratulations and best wishes!
Annual holiday celebrations are so much fun! Prior to Thanksgiving Break, Renaissance High School held their annual Thanksgiving Feast. This event serves as a fantastic opportunity for RHS students, staff and community partners to unite in celebration and gratitude prior to the holidays. Special thanks to everyone who contributed to making this occasion so memorable for the RHS Rebels.
