The second-grade teachers at Cooper collaborated with the intervention team to analyze student data and form differentiated groups aimed at enhancing student learning. Following this, teachers utilized their findings to develop games and manipulatives for effective small group instruction, which will greatly benefit the Koalas.
Several seniors from Renaissance High School participated in an interactive experience at the Kalamazoo Tools and Trade Expo. This event provided students with the chance to explore a wide variety of trade career fields and gain insights directly from industry professionals.
Each year, the PHS School Counselors conduct individual meetings with all students on their caseloads. These "Minute Meetings" serve as an introduction for our freshman students and a valuable check-in for Sophomores, Juniors and Seniors. These sessions establish the foundation for lasting student-counselor relationships that continue throughout the school year and during their time at PHS. We are grateful for our counselors and the personalized care and support they offer to all of our High School Trojans!
The PHS Girls Golf Team participated in two events this week, achieving first place in both. Here are some highlights from the competitions:
⛳️ On Tuesday the team played in their Pre-Regional event at Island Hills. Although it was shortened to 15 holes due to the weather, Plainwell finished in first place as a team! They also had three earned medals including the individual medalist, Ayla Jaeger, who was +2 through 15 holes.
⛳️ On Wednesday, they played in a home conference jamboree at Lake Doster and finished in first place. Special shout out to Senior, Harper Johnson, who finished in 4th place at her last home jamboree!
Congratulations to the 8th grade volleyball team on their 5-0 win against Paw Paw tonight! Way to go, Trojans! 💙🏐💙
YOU’RE INVITED!
Plainwell’s First All-Sports/Club Tailgate
Let’s kick off the season TOGETHER — Trojan style!
📅 Date: Friday, September 26th
🕔 Time: 5:00 pm until kickoff
📍 Location: Practice Football Field
Join us at our home game vs. Paw Paw for a community-wide tailgate celebrating all Plainwell sports/clubs! This is a fun, family-friendly event open to all athletes, families and fans.
Programs will have a tent with:
🎉 Games & Giveaways
🎯 Yard games for all ages
🍔 Food Trucks
Come out, show your school spirit and connect with the amazing students and families that make Plainwell special. Wear your royal blue and get ready to cheer!
GO TROJANS!
Congratulations to our Middle School students for raising nearly $20,000 for school activities through their current fundraiser! They celebrated this fantastic achievement today with a Kona Ice truck. The fundraiser will continue through Friday!
In recognition of National Suicide Prevention Month, students at PHS met at the flagpole before school and held a moment of silence. This student-driven, heartfelt gathering provided a meaningful opportunity for students to unite, raise awareness and advocate for student mental health.
🚧 Downtown Plainwell Construction Update! 🚧 The City of Plainwell has just notified us that work on Main Street, between M-89 and Starr Road, will continue through today (Monday, September 22). From 12:00 PM to 8:00 PM, Main Street and all intersecting streets leading to it will be closed. Please be aware that you will need to find an alternative route until 8:00 PM today. Additionally, this closure may result in delays for afternoon bus transportation.
We appreciate your patience and understanding during this construction project – GO TROJANS!
The Girls Cross Country team had a dominating, championship trophy winning performance at the Bangor Invite. In the varsity race, all seven girls medaled, placing in the top 17 finishers, led by runner-up sophomore Mai Nguyen. The JV race saw sophomore Samantha Corbin take the victory in convincing fashion, with the five other runners finishing in the top 15. Congrats to Brooke Carpenter, Megan VanDyke and Lyla Curry for their season best performances today. 👏 Congratulations Trojans! 👏
Today the Varsity Girls Golf team played in the M-89 Challenge and took first place with a score of 176 over 2nd place Otsego (198) and Hamilton (239). Seven of the nine golfers, playing either for the team score or as an individual, placed in the top 10!
⛳️ Individual medalist went to Ayla Jaeger with a 36
⛳️ Others contributing to the team score were Sam Labonte with a 45, Emma Rayman 46 and Avery Powell 49
⛳️ Placing in the top ten were Addison Lyke, Sophia Beck and Lillian Youngs
Way to go, Trojans - PLAINWELL PRIDE!
We are excited to announce the Plainwell Middle School Students of the Week (September 15-19)! We are proud of your hard work and dedication. Way to go, Trojans!
- Nora (8th Grade)
- Clara (7th Grade)
- Tyler (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!
The Allegan County Great Start Collaborative has been awarded grant funding from the Perrigo Foundation to enhance water safety in schools throughout Allegan County. This funding has allowed us to purchase life jackets for Plainwell Community Schools, ensuring that students have access to them during their visits to the pool. Andrea Murphy, the Pool Director at PCS, stated, “It has truly made a significant difference in these kids' lives!” Thank you Help Me Grow Allegan and Perrigo Foundation for your support of PCS!
Many of the PHS clubs, programs and activities are underway for the 2025/26 school year. It’s wonderful to see our students engaging and forming connections through these programs.
📸 Our Art Club is featured here at their first meeting
In celebration of one of their teacher's birthdays, the staff at Cooper Elementary dressed up as Mrs. Beach. They wore inspirational shirts to reflect her signature style. This was a special way for the staff to celebrate her and promote kindness throughout the school today.
We are excited to share that registration is open for our upcoming Youth Kickers Soccer program for K-5th graders. The goal of the Kickers program is to experience the sport, understand the rules and have fun!
📅 Program runs from October 25-December 13
💲Cost is $60 per athlete
❓For more information, first week practice times or to register, please scan the QR code or visit plainwellschools.org/page/youth-programs
The PHS Class of 2026 Grad Bash Committee is seeking your support with their upcoming fundraiser! There are two ways to help!
🎓 Students and families can volunteer to help sell raffle tickets. To sign-up, please visit plainwellschools.org/o/phs/article/2429675
🎓 and/or Purchase a raffle ticket to support the 2026 Grad Bash. Tickets will be sold at events this fall - including home sporting events, high school parent-teacher conferences, the NHS induction ceremony, fall drama production and more!
Thank you in advance to the Trojan Community for your support of the Class of 2026 - GO TROJANS!
‼️ Attention Current PHS AP Students and Families ‼️The AP payment window will be open from Monday, September 22 through Monday, September 29 this year to pay for your AP exams.
Plainwell Community Schools is hiring! Join our amazing team where you will support Today's Learners & Tomorrow's Leaders as a Bus Driver. To apply, please scan the QR code or for more information about employment at PCS, please visit plainwellschools.org/page/join-our-team.
Students in Mrs. Amaezechi’s fourth-grade class at Starr Elementary took part in International Dot Day celebrations. They read the book “The Dot” and engaged in an art project, leaving their creative mark in the hallway at Starr.
