We are excited to share that registration is open for our upcoming Summer Pool Programs - Trojan Aquatic Club, Youth Summer Swim Lessons and Aqua Zumba! We look forward to a great summer at the Field House Pool!
🌊 Trojan Aquatic Club (TAC): TAC is a competitive swim team for PCS youth ages 6-18. Program begins Monday, June 8. For more information or to begin the registration process, please scan the QR code or visit plainwellschools.org/page/tac.
🌊 Youth Summer Swim Lessons: Join us at the Field House Pool for Summer Swim Lessons for children 6 and up! Four sessions available! For more information or to begin the registration process, please scan the QR code or visit https://www.plainwellschools.org/page/swim-lessons.
🌊 Aqua Zumba: PCS Parents and Community - Join us at the Field House Pool on Wednesday evenings from 7:15-8:15 PM for Aqua Zumba. Instructor Amy Baker has 15 years of experience teaching group fitness in aquatic settings and looks forward to welcoming our community to this new class from June 10-August 12. To learn more or to register, please scan the QR code or visit https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0D45AFA92FA2FFC61-64021446-aqua.
As a friendly reminder, we have some important calendar dates to note: 🗓️ HALF DAY: There is a half day of school tomorrow - Thursday, May 21 🗓️ MEMORIAL BREAK: There is no school from Friday, May 22-Monday, May 25 We wish our students, staff and families a wonderful break, we look forward to welcoming the Trojans back to school on Tuesday, May 26.
Half Day Dismissal Times
📚 PHS - 10:45 AM
✏️ PMS - 10:45 AM
📖 RHS - 11:30 AM
🚌 Gilkey - 11:45 AM
📓 Cooper - 11:50 AM
📝 Starr - 11:55 AM
Recently Gilkey Elementary 5th grade students took their annual bike trip. Throughout their adventure, they stopped at various places in Plainwell to learn about bicycle safety. A very special thank you to Bob Farris, Plainwell Public Safety, the Gilkey Staff and the many parent volunteers who made this an amazing experience for the Geckos! 🚲
⚽ MIDDLE SCHOOL SOCCER! ⚽ Registration is open for the 2026/27 Middle School Boys Club Soccer team! To register, please scan the QR code or visit plainwellschools.org/page/youth-programs.
We have to give a special shout-out and recognize the Gilkey Elementary Students and Staff members of the Month. Each month, Gilkey selects students and staff who they felt did an outstanding job throughout the month and the recipients are celebrated at a special award ceremony. Congratulations to these Geckos for receiving this recognition! 🦎
REGISTRATION DEADLINES EXTENDED! Registration for our Summer Kickball and Youthball (t-ball and coach pitch) programs have been extended until May 15. Register today for these fun summer programs!
➡️ KICKBALL: Program is open to 9-12 year olds. Visit plainwellschools.org/page/youth-programs to register today!
➡️ YOUTHBALL: T-ball and coach pitch programs available for 5-8 year olds, please visit plainwellschools.org/page/youth-programs to register today! Please note: Program will not interfere with Little League schedules.
Staff Appreciation Week wrapped up today! Throughout this week, we loved celebrating the AMAZING PCS staff! Please join us in saying thank you to your favorite staff member by giving them a 💙, 👍 or special shout out here. We are so grateful for their daily dedication to our students and district! To each and every staff member at PCS - THANK YOU for your endless commitment to Today’s Learners, Tomorrow’s Leaders - PLAINWELL PRIDE!
We are excited to share that registration is now open for the upcoming 1st-8th Grade Boys Basketball Camp. Camp will be held from July 13-16 at the Plainwell Field House. Two age groups available (based on grade in fall 2026):
🏀 1st-4th Grade: 9:00-10:30 AM
🏀 5th-8th Grade: 11:00 AM-12:30 PM
To register, please visit plainwellschools.org/page/youth-programs. We look forward to welcoming your Trojan to the 1st-8th Grade Boys Basketball Camp where they will focus on fundamentals of the game, while having fun!
🦎 New Gilkey Record! 🦎 Congratulations to Jaxson, a fourth grader at Gilkey Elementary, for breaking the Gilkey Fitness Gram Push-up record this week. He surpassed the previous record of 60 by completing an impressive 66 push-ups. Great job, Jaxson!
Registration is open for the 2026 Rocket, Flag and Pee Wee Football programs, as well as the 2026 K-6th Grade Rocket Camp. All programs provide an introduction to Plainwell's football program with an emphasis on learning skills while having fun.
🏈 Rocket Football: The Rocket Football program is open to 3rd-6th grade athletes (must be 8 years old by 9/1/26). Practice begins August 17, with Saturday games beginning September 12. Cost is $100 per athlete (includes jersey)
🏈 Flag Football: The Flag Football program is open to 1st and 2nd grade athletes (based on grade in fall 2026). Two practices a week begin August 24 with six Saturday games. Cost is $75 per athlete (includes jersey t-shirt)
🏈 Pee Wee: The Pee Wee Football program is open to Kindergarten athletes (based on grade in fall 2026). Two practices a week begin August 24 with six Saturday games. Cost is $75 per athlete (includes jersey t-shirt)
🏈 K-6th Grade Rocket Football Camp: The Rocket Football Camp is open to K-6th Grade athletes (based on grade in fall 2026). Camp will be held on July 29 and 30 at Streidl Field. Cost is $35 per athlete (includes t-shirt, must register by 7/12 to guarantee a t-shirt)
For more information about the programs or to begin the registration process, please scan the QR. code or visit https://www.plainwellschools.org/page/youth-programs. If you are in need of financial assistance, please contact kathy.elliott@plainwellschools.org. For questions regarding the Rocket Football program, please contact Adam Reichow at adam.reichow@plainwellschools.org.
As a reminder, there are a few registration deadlines quickly approaching. Please register today!
➡️ KICKBALL: Deadline to register is May 4, please visit plainwellschools.org/page/youth-programs to register today!
➡️ DANCE LESSONS: Deadline to register is May 6, please visit PCS RevTrak by scanning the QR code on the flyer to register today!
➡️ YOUTHBALL: Deadline to register is May 11, please visit plainwellschools.org/page/youth-programs to register today!
⛳ Registration is now open for our upcoming 2026 Youth Golf Lessons at Lake Doster Golf Club. Junior Golf is geared for girls and boys who will learn different aspects of the game. It's fun for the novice as well as those who have experience. Each day will focus on something new. Two sessions available! To register, please visit: plainwellschools.org/page/youth-programs (limited to 15 participants per class, no sign-ups will be accepted at Lake Doster - no exceptions).
The 5th grade classes at Gilkey Elementary recently held a badminton competition during their PE classes. It was a fun event, with Max and Finley emerging as the 2026 Badminton CHAMPS. 🏸
As a friendly reminder, registration is open for our 2026 Summer Volleyball Camp!
🗓️ Camp will be held June 8-11
📍 @ the Plainwell Field House
Times (based on grade in fall 2026):
🕗 9th-12th Grade: 8:00-10:00 AM
🕥 1st-4th Grade: 10:30-11:30 AM
🕛 5th-8th Grade: 12:00-1:30 PM
💲Cost is $50 per athlete or $85 for 2 siblings
🌐 Register by May 15 to guarantee a t-shirt by scanning the QR code or visiting https://events.hometownticketing.com/boxoffice/plainwellschools/L2VtYmVkL2V2ZW50LzYxMg%3D%3D
We look forward to growing our Trojan Volleyball program this summer!
Registration is now open for the 2026 Spring Elementary Tennis Camp for students in K-5 grade. All skill levels are welcome! Join us to improve your game while learning from the High School Varsity Tennis Coaches and Players!
🎾 Camp will be held at the PHS Tennis Courts from May 18-21 (rain date is May 26) from 4:00-5:00 PM
🎾 Cost is $50 per athlete
🎾 Register today by scanning the QR code or by visiting plainwellschools.org/page/youth-programs
We look forward to welcoming your athlete to Trojan Tennis!
2026/27 Plainwell Preschool enrollment is still open! Plainwell Preschool offers a variety of preschool sessions to meet your needs by focusing on developmental skills and school readiness for 3-5 year old children. For more information, please scan the QR code or visit plainwellschools.org/page/plainwell-preschool.
If you have any questions or if you would like more information, please contact Katie Nyberg at (269) 685-3103 or katie.nyberg@plainwellschools.org.
Join us tonight (4/17) for Plainwell’s 2026 Art Hop to enjoy various artist creations. Plainwell student art will be featured during the event, so please join us in supporting our Trojan artists from 5:00-7:30 PM at Ransom District Library.
Join us this summer for our 2026 Summer Kickball program for 9-12 year old students. Program will run from May 27-July 1. Each game will be a double-header, for a total of 6-8 games during the season. Weekly games will alternate between Otsego & Plainwell, days and times TBD. Cost is $35 per athlete and includes a t-shirt.
To register, please visit plainwellschools.org/page/youth-programs. For questions regarding the program, please contact taylor.lutz@plainwellschools.org.
Due to the continued power outage, all afternoon and evening activities are canceled today (Thursday, April 16). This cancellation includes all events, games and practices district-wide, with the exception of a few varsity-level practices (coaches will communicate directly with varsity teams if practice is taking place). Have a great day and GO TROJANS!
Due to ongoing power outages throughout the district, Plainwell Community Schools will be closed today (Thursday, April 16). Our thoughts are with everyone impacted and wish our students, staff and families well as our amazing community strives to recover from Tuesday evening’s storm.
Stay safe and have a great day, Trojans!
