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.
🎄 LIFELONG LEARNERS 🎄 We are excited to share that we have rescheduled the Lifelong Learners Holiday Brunch! Join us at the Plainwell Performing Arts Center on Thursday, December 18 beginning at 10:00 AM for a festive brunch filled with seasonal treats. Please RSVP to Anne at 269-685-5823 extension 1009. We look forward to celebrating with you at this fun holiday event!
Due to snow and ice continuing to create difficult travel conditions, all afternoon and evening activities are canceled today (Wednesday, December 10). This cancellation includes all events, games, concerts and practices district-wide, with the exception of optional varsity-level practices (coaches will communicate directly with varsity teams).
LIFELONG LEARNERS HOLIDAY BRUNCH: Due to winter weather and difficult road conditions, the Lifelong Learners (L3) Holiday Brunch scheduled for today (Wednesday, December 10) has been cancelled.
We look forward to seeing our L3 attendees at a future event! 🎄
Due to snow and ice creating difficult travel conditions, Plainwell Community Schools will be closed today (Wednesday, December 10).
An update regarding afternoon and evening activities will be communicated by noon today.
We wish our students, staff and families a safe snow day! Have a great day and GO TROJANS!
Who doesn't love a great holiday tradition?! It was great fun at Gilkey, Cooper and Starr Elementary Schools as some of the Middle and High School choir members performed for the students at their annual holiday caroling tour throughout the district. This annual caroling event includes a number of holiday classic songs, as well as a few new favorites. It is always a favorite for all the students and staff involved, the smiles were priceless!
In November, 47 Plainwell High School students were inducted into the National Honor Society. Congratulations to these students for their outstanding display of leadership, service and character. Go Trojans!
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.
Congratulations to the Boys Swim & Dive team who finished 4th at the Battle Creek Cereal Bowl relays this past weekend. The relay team of Ben Sparks, Alex Steele, Grady Nugent and Davis Nooney took first place in the 200 free relay and earned a Cereal Bowl trophy - the first in Plainwell History!
