Congratulations to PHS Junior, Andrew Hampton (Infielder), for his selection of All-Region and First Team All-State for Baseball. TR⚾️JAN PRIDE!
Congratulations to Cooper Elementary students Al (5th grade) and Isaac (1st grade) for winning State Representative Matt Hall's district reading challenge! Yesterday, they had the wonderful opportunity to visit Lansing, where they toured the Capitol Building and were honored for their efforts during Reading Month.
In March, Al read over 6,000 pages and Isaac read 1,000. What an incredible opportunity and recognition for these Cooper Koalas – PLAINWELL PRIDE! 📚
Join us this summer for a K-7th grade Summer Soccer Youth Camp hosted by the PHS Men's Soccer coaches and players. Learn the fundamentals and grow your soccer skills! Two sessions available! To register, please visit plainwellschools.org/page/youth-programs, registration closes 7/14.
Ages 3-5 and K-1st Grade Session:
📅 July 21-24
🕕 6:00-7:00 PM
📍 Gilkey Elementary
💲 $50 per athlete (includes camp t-shirt)
2nd-7th Grade Session:
📅 July 21-24
🕕 6:00-8:00 PM
📍 Gilkey Elementary
💲 $60 per athlete (includes camp t-shirt)
Please note, registration is based on 2025/26 grade levels.
We are thrilled to share that Mr. Brian Huberty has been appointed as the new Assistant Principal at Plainwell High School. Mr. Huberty steps into this position after many years of dedicated service as an educator and coach at PHS. He brings a positive outlook, excellent communication and a focus on building relationships with students and families. Mr. Huberty is excited about this new opportunity at Plainwell High School, where he looks forward to serving as the new assistant principal while also maintaining his role as Head Football Coach in the upcoming fall season.
Congratulations Mr. Huberty and welcome to your new role at PHS - GO TROJANS!
We are excited to share the Summer Walking Track hours. Beginning Monday, June 16, the Field House Walking Track will be open from Monday-Friday 12:30-2:00 PM. When you arrive at the Field House, please sign-in. All minors must be accompanied by an adult at all times.
Please note, the Walking Track will be closed on the following dates:
✔️ June 19
✔️ July 4
✔️ July 7-11
✔️ July 16-August 10
If any additional closures are needed, we plan to share updates on social media + the live feed on the website, as well as marked on the doors at the Field House. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram or download the "Plainwell Community Schools" app for notifications from PCS.
Last Friday, the Young Fives class at Cooper Elementary organized a special event called “Slide Into Kindergarten”. The celebration showcased the growth of the Young Five students as they transitioned into Kindergarten. From mastering letters, letter sounds, addition and subtraction to even beginning to read, these students made a lot of progress throughout the year. To celebrate their achievements, all Cooper students gathered on the playground to show their support and cheer on the young learners. 🐨🛝
Attention families with an incoming Kindergarten/Young 5 student - academic screening appointments are this week! Please register today to schedule your student's Kindergarten/Young 5 academic screening appointment to confirm their placement. Screenings will take place on Tuesday, June 10 and Wednesday, June 11 from 9:00 am-5:00 pm at Cooper, Gilkey and Starr Elementary Schools. Please visit http://plainwellschools.org/page/kindergarten for more information or to schedule your student's academic screening.
We look forward to welcoming the Kindergarten/Young 5 students to PCS for the 2025/26 school year - GO TROJANS!
SCHOOL’S OUT FOR SUMMER! From all of us at PCS thank you for your hard work and dedication during the school year! We wish the PCS students, families and staff a GREAT SUMMER BREAK!
Congratulations to the Class of 2025 from Renaissance High School and Adult Education! Recently, we celebrated their graduation at the Plainwell Performing Arts Center, which was a memorable evening to honor the 50 graduates from Alternative and Adult Education. Your accomplishments at Plainwell Community Schools are truly outstanding! Congratulations RHS Class of 2025, we are proud of you - PLAINWELL PRIDE! 🎓
We are excited to kick-off a great summer at the PCS Field House Pool! Summer Trojan Aquatic Club (TAC) and Summer Swim Lessons begin on Monday, June 9. For TAC information, please scan the QR code or visit plainwellschools.org/page/tac. For information on our Summer Swim Lessons, scan the QR code or visit plainwellschools.org/page/swim-lessons. We look forward to growing our swim program this summer. GO TROJANS!
As a friendly reminder, we will have a half day of school tomorrow, Thursday, June 5, as well as on Friday, June 6, which is the final day of the 2024/25 school year.
Have a great evening, GO TROJANS!
The Middle School Girls Blue Soccer Team had an outstanding season, where they demonstrated exceptional skill, teamwork and determination. They concluded their season undefeated, with only one game ending in a tie. We are incredibly proud of these talented athletes and all they have accomplished. Congratulations to the team - GO TROJANS! ⚽️
Gilkey Elementary held their May Student and Staff of the Month ceremony. Each month, Gilkey teachers select students and staff who they felt did an outstanding job throughout the month and the recipients are celebrated at a special award ceremony with their families. In May, students and staff were selected for their integrity. Way to go, Geckos! 🦎
Last Friday, Cooper Elementary celebrated their Super Duper Cooper Day. The event featured a family picnic and a fun-filled field day, complete with special activities, games, Kona Ice and bounce houses. It was a beautiful day, filled with lots of fun for the Koalas! 🐨
We are happy to announce that we will provide FREE Food Service to PCS families this summer! Two options are available: Daily Onsite Breakfast and Lunch at Starr Elementary OR 7-Day Meal Box Pick-up. For more information, please visit plainwellschools.org/page/food-program-details.
Congratulations to Donovan Ryan who finished 8th place All State in the 1600 meter - Trojan pride!
If you’ve passed the Middle School recently, you may have noticed a new addition - a new crossing light! This purchase was made through a partnership between the city and the school. This new addition will assist students in crossing the busy intersection at Brigham Street and Starr Road. Special thanks to the city for your support with purchasing and installing this new safety feature at PCS.
Please note: The vehicle that is shown in the picture on the sidewalk is a police vehicle. 🚔
The PHS Boys Golf team placed 10th at the Divison 2 Region 8 golf tournament at Stonehedge Golf Club. Drew Rayman led the Trojans, finishing in 9th place. He went on to a sudden death playoff with two other golfers and after the 2nd hole he earned a spot at the State Finals! GO TROJANS! ⛳️
We are thrilled to announce that PHS Sophomore Alex Yonkers has been named a winner in the high school category of the Kalamazoo Public Library's poetry contest, “Poems That Ate Our Ears” 2025. The poem he entered into the competition, titled “Oh, Crispy Treat of Morning Bliss,” is all about bacon and will be in a published booklet! Alex will also be recognized with all winners in September at an awards ceremony in downtown Kalamazoo . If selected, his poetry will also be featured as part of a mural on the Kalamazoo Mall sponsored by the Kalamazoo Friends of Poetry. Congratulations Alex - PLAINWELL PRIDE!
UPCOMING BLOOD DRIVE: Plainwell High School is hosting their next blood drive on Monday, June 9 from 12:00 AM until 5:45 PM at the High School Cafeteria. Interested in donating? YOU WILL NEED AN APPOINTMENT TO DONATE!! To sign-up, please visit: redcrossblood.org/give.html/drive-results?zipSponsor=PlainwellHS.