The Field House progress continues. In the past week, various interior and exterior projects have been finished, such as installing the Trojan on the building's exterior and completing the staining of the gymnasium floor. The Trojans will be competing in the new Field House soon and we owe it all to the Plainwell community for supporting the 2019 bond proposal!
Registration is still 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 26-December 14. Cost is $60 per athlete. To register, please visit plainwellschools.org/page/youth-programs (registration closes October 24). GO TROJANS! ⚽️
Congratulations to the Varsity Soccer team on their first win of Districts against Gull Lake 2-0. Next up, they will compete in the semi-final game at GR Christian on Monday (10/14)! LET’S GO TROJANS! ⚽️👏🏼📣
The Varsity Volleyball team won at home last night against Otsego 3-1! Let’s go Trojans! 👏🏼🏐🩷
To celebrate the success of their recent Rock-the-Block fundraiser, Gilkey Elementary held an all-school celebration assembly. Throughout the assembly, the Geckos were acknowledged for their remarkable achievement in raising over $32,000!! 👏🏼 Top earners and classes received prizes, awards and trophies for their efforts. To conclude the festivities, students had the chance to "Pasta the Principal." Mr. Gregory enthusiastically participated, creating an unforgettable afternoon for everyone at Gilkey Elementary.
Congratulations to the JV football team on their 12-8 victory tonight over Otsego! GO BLUE - PLAINWELL PRIDE! 📣👏🏼🏈
During the past two weeks, each of our seven early childhood classrooms visited Verhage Fruit Farms & Cider Mill. The students went on hayrides, picked fresh apples, discovered the cider-making process, and enjoyed a delicious snack of cider and donuts! It was a fantastic experience for our youngest Trojans!
As a reminder, there is no school tomorrow (Friday, October 11). We look forward to welcoming our students back to school on Monday, October 14. Have a great weekend and GO TROJANS!
Recently, the Young 5 and Kindergarten classes from Cooper Elementary enjoyed a trip to Gull Meadow Farms. They spent the day picking apples and learning about them while also having fun in the farmyard activity area. This wonderful experience served as a fantastic introduction to their upcoming math and science unit focused on apples! 🍎🍏
We are excited to share that registration is open for our upcoming Hoopsters Basketball program for 3rd-5th graders. Hoopsters Basketball is the official developmental league for the Plainwell Trojans Girls and Boys Basketball Programs. Hoopsters is a 3 on 3 format, which is organized as a way to develop the skills necessary for youth basketball players to compete at the next level while keeping fun at the center of every player’s experience. Program will run from December 9-March 1 (practice and game days, times & locations TBD). Cost is $60 per athlete.
To register, please scan the QR code or visit plainwellschools.org/page/youth-programs (registration closes November 11).
PHS sophomore Ayla Jaeger has enjoyed an impressive golf season, showcasing remarkable work ethic and dedication to the sport! 👏🏼 Be sure to read this article from MLive that highlights her exceptional achievements on the golf course. Great job, Ayla! PLAINWELL PRIDE!
https://www.mlive.com/highschoolsports/2024/10/plainwell-sophomores-golf-game-works-weekends-overtime-in-chase-for-greatness.html (https://www.mlive.com/highschoolsports/2024/10/plainwell-sophomores-golf-game-works-weekends-overtime-in-chase-for-greatness.html)
REMINDER! The PHS Class of 2026 Online Silent Auction fundraiser closes tomorrow (10/11) at noon. Scan the QR code today to check out the fundraiser and help support this year's prom.
The PHS Boys Tennis Team participated in Regionals yesterday and the following players won:
- Number 1 Singles: Merlin Kistler defeated Edwardsburg.
- Number 1 Doubles: Teagen Wilson and Andrew Hampton defeated Marshall.
- Number 3 Doubles: Brayden Triemstra and Anthony Kolhoff defeated Harper Creek.
- Number 4 Doubles: Sean MacRitchie and Alex Steele defeated Sturgis.
Congratulations on a great season, Trojan Tennis! Thank you to Coach Lindstrom, Coach Grubaugh and the team for their hard work and dedication throughout the season - TROJAN PRIDE! 🎾
Mrs. Ullrey’s AP Stats class conducted a Barbie bungee jump experiment at the new Field House today. It was an excellent opportunity for these Trojan students to put their knowledge to the test!
Our facilities are aging! Learn more about the issues we're facing in safety & security, preschool facilities, elementary gymnasium space, turf & track, existing construction projects and other infrastructure by visiting plainwellschools.org/page/2024-bond.
📣 Congratulations to the PHS Girls Golf team who placed 3rd at Regionals today, which has earned them a trip to the TEAM STATE FINALS! 📣 Top Trojan finish was by Ayla Jaeger who shot an 81 and finished in 4th place. Next up, they will compete in the State Finals on October 18 and 19. Pictured are golfers Emma Taylor, Ayla Jaeger, Anessa Jaeger, Emma Rayman and Sophia Beck with Coach Wes Wandell! Way to go, Trojans - PLAINWELL PRIDE! 👏🏼⛳️💙
Registration is now open for Plainwell Middle School’s upcoming Dive Clinic. The dive clinic is open to current Plainwell Middle School students (6th-8th grade) and is limited to 10 participants only. To register, please visit https://www.plainwellschools.org/page/middle-school-swim-program.
We are excited to share that we will be hosting the first ever Family Hockey Night at Wings Event Center on Saturday, November 30 at 7:00 PM. Join us as the Kalamazoo Wings take on the Toledo Walleye at their Lavender Ice Game. Families will enjoy the game, a $5 concession voucher, free knit hat and a voucher for a free game of bowling at Airway Fun Center. Tickets are available for $17/adults, $14/kids (12 and under). PLEASE NOTE: Children's pricing ($14) will show up once you are on the screen to select your seat. Transportation is not available and parking is $5 per car at the event. Interested in tickets? Tickets are purchased through K-Wings and will be picked-up at Wings Event Center. To purchase tickets, please visit https://fevo-enterprise.com/event/Plainwellschools2. PLEASE NOTE: Tickets are assigned seats, so if you are going with friends or a group, please plan accordingly. Deadline to purchase tickets is November 25 at 11:59 PM.
We are excited to share the Plainwell Middle School Students of the Week for October 7-11. We are proud of your hard work and dedication. Way to go, Trojans!
- Remi (8th Grade)
- Rowan (7th Grade)
- Maximus (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 and Taqueria San Francisco. We greatly appreciate your support of PCS and our students - Today’s Learners, Tomorrow’s Leaders!
Dinner tomorrow ✔️! Join us at Culver’s tomorrow (10/8) from 5-8 PM to support Cooper Elementary.
