Registration is still open through October 8 for the Spikers Volleyball program! The program is open to 3rd-6th graders, with the goal of experiencing the sport, understanding the rules and having fun! Spikers will be held on Tuesday and Thursday evenings from October 21-December 6, practice times are as follows:
🏐 3rd & 4th Grade Practice: 6:00-7:00 PM at Starr
🏐 5th & 6th Grade Practice: 7:00-8:00 PM at Plainwell Middle School
Cost is $60 per athlete. To register, please scan the QR code or visit plainwellschools.org/page/youth-programs - registration closes October 8.
NATIONAL CUSTODIAN DAY: Thank you to all the amazing custodians at Plainwell Community Schools! We greatly appreciate your dedication to providing a clean & safe learning environment for our students and staff! As a thank you, throughout the district, students and staff made special cards, signs and decorations to celebrate and show their appreciation to their building's custodians - from all of us at PCS - THANK YOU!
It was a great night at the 2025 Homecoming Spirit Week Powderpuff football game. The night was filled with fun competition, Plainwell Pride and a win for the Senior class (6-0). Following the game, the school spirit continued at the PHS student bonfire. It was a great night to celebrate being a Trojan! Next up, check out these other Homecoming Spirit Week activities:
📣 10/02: Girls' Freshman Volleyball v. Edwardsburg (H) at 5:00 PM
📣 10/02: Girls' JV Volleyball v. Edwardsburg (H) at 5:00 PM
📣 10/02: Girls' Varsity Volleyball v. Edwardsburg (H) at 6:00 PM
📣 10/3: Homecoming Parade - Starts from PHS at 1:30 PM
📣 10/3: Boys' Varsity Football v. Edwardsburg (H) at 7:00 PM
🚧 Downtown Plainwell Construction Update 🚧 We just received an update regarding the ongoing construction in downtown Plainwell. The City of Plainwell has informed us that the work on Main Street will resume today and tomorrow. Beginning this morning, Main Street - between M-89 and Starr Road - will be closed. Cross streets will remain open, but please be advised that you may need to seek an alternative route during this continued construction and bus routes might be delayed.
The PHS Homecoming Parade tomorrow (Friday, October 3) will continue as normally scheduled, beginning at 1:30 PM. Construction will be stopped during this time and will resume at the conclusion of the parade.
Students from PHS recently had the chance to put their radio skills to the test when Mr. Hurley accompanied a group of students to Jethro FM, a communications company that operates several local radio stations. During their visit, students wrote commercial scripts and produced radio advertisements. The commercials will be used on the radio and within the school to promote PHS, highlight Trojan news and provide students with important announcements and updates. It was a great learning experience and fantastic opportunity for the Trojans!
The Varsity Golf Team participated in the Wolverine Conference Championship at Pineview yesterday, securing second place both for the day and the season. In addition, four golfers received recognition for their conference play this season:
👏 Honorable Mention: Harper Johnson and Addison Lyke
👏 1st Team All-Conference: Emma Rayman and Ayla Jaeger
👏 2025 Outstanding Golfer Award: Ayla Jaeger
Trojan Community - Let’s pack the stands for the PHS Volleyball games against Edwardsburg tomorrow (10/2)! The PHS Varsity team is currently tied for 1st place with Edwardsburg. The Freshman/JV game begins at 5:00 PM and Varsity at 6:00 PM - join us in to show your PLAINWELL PRIDE – GO TROJANS!
The Homecoming Week fun continues, as the Juniors and Seniors get ready to face-off in the annual Powderpuff game tonight (10/1) at 7:00 PM. To kick-off the morning they had a parade through the halls at PHS. This week has been filled with TROJAN PRIDE!
Congratulations to the Swim & Dive team for their impressive victory over Hastings last night with a score of 102-77! Special recognition goes to Sofia VanHeest for qualifying for state in the 200 IM.
Shout out to Brecken DeHaan, Emily Skinner, Ella McMeeken, Ellah Anderson, Sylar Luckett, Abby Unser and McKenna Mitzel for achieving personal best times in their events.
It was a great event, congratulations to all the swimmers and divers for their outstanding efforts!
Students in Mrs. Perrin’s music classes at Cooper Elementary have been making the most of the beautiful weather. ☀️ They spent time during class outdoors 🎼 writing music and 🎶 learning notes with chalk.
The first All-Sports/Club Tailgate was a success! It was a fantastic evening for the Trojan community to unite and enjoy games, giveaways, yard activities and food trucks. Thank you to all that joined us for this fun event that was filled with Trojan Pride and school spirit! 📣
We are excited to announce the Plainwell Middle School Students of the Week (September 29-October 3)! We are proud of your hard work and dedication. Way to go, Trojans!
- Kayliona (8th Grade)
- Ava (7th Grade)
- Aiden (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!
📣 Homecoming Week Schedule! 📣 Mark your calendar to join us throughout the week to show your PLAINWELL PRIDE at our Homecoming Week events - GO TROJANS!
Wednesday, October 1
-Boys Varsity Soccer at Otsego 6pm
- Powderpuff Game & Bonfire beginning at 7:00 PM.
Thursday, October 2
- Girls' Freshman Volleyball v. Edwardsburg (H) at 5:00 PM
- Girls' JV Volleyball v. Edwardsburg (H) at 5:00 PM
- Girls' Varsity Volleyball v. Edwardsburg (H) at 6:00 PM
Friday, October 3
- Homecoming Parade - starts from PHS at 1:30 PM
- Boys' Varsity Football v. Edwardsburg (H) at 7:00 PM
Field House Pool & Walking Track Schedule! Please make note of the following changes to the Field House Pool & Walking Track for this week (September 29-October 4).
➡️ No Noon Lap Swim or Walking Track this week due to MS classes
➡️ No Open Swim this Friday, October 3 due to Homecoming
➡️ No Aqua Aerobics on Saturday, October 4
It’s more than just a competition, and that was proudly displayed in the Varsity Soccer game last night against Niles! To kick-off the game, both teams came together to provide a special moment for Felipe, an exchange student from Brazil. Felipe had his season cut short due to injury, but thanks to the PHS coaching staff, along with the support of the Niles Varsity Soccer team and the referees, he was given the opportunity for one final touch in a game setting. This incredible gesture showcased remarkable sportsmanship from everyone involved. While Felipe’s influence extends far beyond what can be captured in a single moment, we are immensely grateful to both teams for supporting this memorable experience for him.
The 6th grade science classes wrapped up an exciting unit on microbiology, diving into the invisible world of bacteria, viruses and fungi! After weeks of exploring how these tiny organisms impact our health and environment, they finally got hands-on with microscopes! 🔬
Using their new knowledge, they prepared slides, adjusted focus knobs like pros and identified real microbes under the lens. Watching science come to life right in front of their eyes was a powerful moment of discovery and curiosity.
We’re so proud of their growth and can’t wait to see where their scientific journeys take them next.
Congratulations to the Trojan Marching Band for their 2nd place finish at the Jenison Marching Invitational on Saturday! Highlights from the competition include:
🎶 The TMB improved on their excellent score from 2 weeks ago
🎶 Defeated last year’s silver medalist from state finals
🎶 Earned the Best Visual caption award, beating last year’s state champions in just that category by .25!
Congratulations on an outstanding competition Trojan Marching Band!
The excitement of Homecoming Week is in the air! Take a stroll downtown to see the local businesses showcasing their Plainwell Pride, with artwork from our amazing teams. We’re excited to celebrate the Trojans throughout this fantastic week! Special thanks to these businesses and our community for your support - GO TROJANS!! 💙
Earlier this week, PCS was thrilled to receive an incredible donation! On Monday, Dan, a Labor Liaison from the AFL-CIO for the Heart of West Michigan United Way, delivered 150 pairs of running shoes donated by Gazelle Sports. These shoes will be provided to PCS students who are in need of proper footwear. The total value of this generous donation is over $12,500!
We are immensely grateful for the support from these organizations and this generous donation, which will significantly benefit countless Trojans for years to come!
Middle School P.R.I.D.E. Athlete of the Week - Congratulations to Plainwell Middle School’s first Athlete of the Week for the 2025/26 school year - Violet! Violet was nominated by her Volleyball coach, Alexis Reist, who stated the following in her nomination statement: "Violet is always making sure everyone is included in practice and in the classroom. Violet is serious about her academics, any chance she has, she is in my room after school doing homework. Since day one of summer clinics Violet has been nothing but respectful towards myself and her teammates. Lastly, Violet is not always the loudest on the court but she is the first one to care for her teammates and the game. I have moved some positions around, trying out new things, Violet takes the change as a learning opportunity and is positive/excited about it!" Congratulations Violet and keep up the great work - TROJAN PRIDE!
