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For Women’s History Month, students from the PHS Multicultural Club had the amazing opportunity to hear from Jody Powell the Vice President of Global Quality, Regulatory & Clinical at Stryker. She shared her inspiring journey of overcoming adversity as a woman in her field, offering students valuable insights on resilience, determination and the power of pursuing their goals despite challenges.

🌹 IT’S MUSICAL WEEK 🌹 Three showtimes are available, get your tickets today for this outstanding show at the Performing Arts Center. To purchase online tickets please visit plainwellschools.ludus.com. 🌹 Friday, March 27 at 7 PM 🌹 Saturday, March 28 at 7 PM 🌹 Sunday, March 29 at 2 PM

🌹 ONE WEEK UNTIL OPENING NIGHT! 🌹 Three showtimes are available, get your tickets today for this outstanding show at the Performing Arts Center. To purchase online tickets please visit plainwellschools.ludus.com. 🌹 Friday, March 27 at 7 PM 🌹 Saturday, March 28 at 7 PM 🌹 Sunday, March 29 at 2 PM This week, The Trojan Table welcomed two cast members - Avry Asbury and Lydia Roberts - to their podcast where they take a look behind the scenes and share what it’s really like being part of the cast of this amazing show. Watch The Trojan Table episode at: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EWJH7twP7tg

National Honor Society students, alongside adviser Emily Johnson, participated in the Allegan County Gives Fair to connect with community members about the impactful initiatives taking place in Allegan County. During the event, students had the opportunity to win a $50 gift card or a chance to donate $250 to a charity of their choice. Aubrie Witt and Avery Powell both won and chose to donate their money to a charity.

🌹 2026 PHS MUSICAL 🌹 The cast and crew are getting ready for the 2026 PHS spring musical: Hadestown. Take a look at a sneak peek of this incredible production: https://youtu.be/DAmunY9GoMw?feature=shared. There are three showtimes at the Performing Arts Center: 🌹 Friday, March 27 at 7 PM 🌹 Saturday, March 28 at 7 PM 🌹 Sunday, March 29 at 2 PM Online tickets are available - to purchase, please visit plainwellschools.ludus.com.

The Boys Swim and Dive team secured an impressive 13th place at the D3 State Meet in Holland over the weekend. Here are some highlights from the competition: 🏆 Sam Harper clinched his second STATE TITLE in the 500 freestyle and also achieved 4th place in the 200 freestyle. ⭐️ Aidan Ranger finished 9th in the state for 1 meter diving. ⭐️ The 200 freestyle relay team consisting of Ben Sparks, Joseph Hoffman, Davis Nooney and Sam Harper finished in 12th place. ⭐️ The 400 freestyle relay team of Grady Nugent, Joseph Hoffman, Davis Nooney and Sam Harper finished strong in 10th place. ⭐️ Philip Mathis had his best meet of the season in 1 meter diving. Thank you to everyone who came out to support the PHS team! Congratulations to the Trojans for a fantastic conclusion to an incredible Swim & Dive season - PLAINWELL PRIDE!

Congratulations to PHS Senior, Hiro Nguyen, who is among approximately 15,000 high school seniors who have been recognized as a 2026 National Merit Scholarship Finalist! Hiro stands out as part of the 🥇 top 1% 🥇 of US high school students and the highest scorers on the 2024 PSAT/NMSQT. We are immensely proud of Hiro's remarkable academic success - PLAINWELL PRIDE!

The Plainwell Trojan student leaders officially conquered the MASC/MAHS State Leadership Conference! Eight delegates from PHS traveled to Grand Rapids to accept their mission at the ultimate leadership experience. They joined forces with 1,800 students from over 100 schools across Michigan for three action-packed days of connection and growth! Grant Comer represents Plainwell as one of 32 total members on the State Board of Delegates where he had the opportunity to speak in front of the entire audience. His contributions were part of making the conference a success for all attendees. From inspiring keynotes and epic student showcases to valuable time to network and share ideas, the Trojans are bringing back fresh ideas and incredible energy to make their school even better. We couldn't be prouder of how they represented Plainwell and showed the whole state what the PHS students are capable of - PLAINWELL PRIDE!

♻️ Recycling Challenge Update ♻️ Thank you to the Trojan community for your support of the Recycling Challenge program! With your support, in the last three years we have collected enough plastic to receive seven new benches throughout the district - THANK YOU! We would like to share an update regarding the program, as there have been recent logistical changes. Beginning in May, the district will no longer serve as a drop-off location for plastic recycling. If you have plastic donations, they can be taken to other local sites for recycling.

🍎 REMINDER - OUTSTANDING PEOPLE FOR EDUCATION NOMINATIONS DUE! 🍎 Do you know someone who has made a difference in our district? We are accepting nominations through Friday, March 13 for the 2026 Outstanding People for Education Award. 🍎 About Outstanding People for Education: The purpose of the Outstanding People for Education award is to honor and recognize people in public education who are excelling in their field and/or making an impact in the quality of education in Allegan County. 🍎 Examples of whom you might nominate: A teacher or classroom aide; an administrator, secretary or board of education member; a bus driver, custodian, food service or other school support staff; a social worker, therapist, or consultant; a volunteer or community member who supports education. 🍎 To submit a nomination for the 2026 Outstanding People for Education award, please scan the QR code or visit https://forms.gle/y8UX42khgQRbs7rXA by Friday, March 13.

Students in Mrs. Koenig’s CPR/First Aid class at PHS had a special opportunity with Jamie Landstra, a local paramedic with Plainwell EMS. Students had the opportunity to show the skills they had learned in class during a simulated medical scenario, with multiple victims requiring medical and trauma first aid treatment. It was a great learning experience, special thanks to Jamie and Plainwell EMS for sharing your knowledge with the Trojans!

🎟️ 2026 PHS MUSICAL TICKETS 🎟️ Tickets are still available for the 2026 PHS spring musical: "Hadestown". There are three showtimes at the Performing Arts Center: - Friday, March 27 at 7 PM - Saturday, March 28 at 7 PM - Sunday, March 29 at 2 PM Online tickets are available - to purchase, please visit plainwellschools.ludus.com.

Starr Elementary is proudly a Unified Champion School! The Unified Schools program, part of the Special Olympics, brings students together to play, lead and learn together. This year, the Rock Starr students have been collaborating with their Unified Champion peers on a basketball team. The goal isn't about winning games - it’s about making sure everyone has a friend, feeling proud of who they are and making their school a place where everyone belongs. 🏀 On Friday, they came together for a student vs. staff basketball game. The stands were filled with their teachers and classmates to cheer on the team, encouraging all involved to "choose to include." It was a wonderful experience for the Rock Starrs - in Unified, everyone wins!

Registration is open for our upcoming Spring Tae Kwon Do program. Join us to improve coordination, gain strength and increase your flexibility while learning self-defense techniques, taught by Mr. Mitch. Program is open to participants 7 and up and will run on Monday evenings through June 1 (excluding 4/6 and 5/25) from 5:30-7:00 PM. Practices will be held at Plainwell Middle School. Cost is $60 per individual or $85 per family. To register, please visit plainwellschools.org/page/youth-programs. GO TROJANS!

Congratulations to the Plainwell Bands for their stellar performances at MSBOA Band Festival! 🎼 Symphonic Band earned a 2nd division "Excellent" rating! 🎼 Wind Ensemble earned straight 1st division "Superior" ratings from all of the judges! Outstanding job, Trojans - PLAINWELL PRIDE! 📸 Courtesy of Tiffany Spidell

This Thursday 💛 Free Family Night at PCS! In partnership with Clayful, PCS invites you to a free family workshop. Join us on Thursday, March 12 for a FREE family workshop where parents, teens, and kids practice real skills together! We'll practice: ✨ Managing stress as a family ✨ Setting boundaries that connect, not divide ✨ Working through conflict together ✨ Saying "no" with confidence Hands-on activities. Real scenarios. Strategies you can use at home. 📅 Thursday, March 12 at 6:30-8:00 pm 📍 Plainwell High School Cafeteria 🍴 Free dinner, transportation & childcare included RSVP at clayful.co/plainwell

💙 Exciting Results from Ford Field! 💙 The MHSAA D2 Individual Wrestling State Finals wrapped up today, and PHS proudly has TWO STATE CHAMPIONS! Congratulations to the Nieuwenhuis siblings, Madison and Dylan, for becoming 2026 STATE CHAMPIONS! 🏆🏆🏆🏆 Madison Nieuwenhuis achieved victory in the 105-pound weight class, marking her FOURTH consecutive State Title! 🏆 Dylan Nieuwenhuis triumphed in the D2 113-pound State Final! All seven athletes who competed today earned All-State honors and showcased remarkable performances! Here are some additional highlights from the event: ➡️ Tyler Cooper - 113-pound State Runner-Up 
➡️ Avery Lynch - 3rd place 
➡️ Grady Erlandson - 4th place 
➡️ Evangeline Coutu - 6th place 
➡️ Austin Gyorkos - 8th place 🥉 The Plainwell Girls Wrestling team secured 3rd Place in the overall state team standings, regardless of division. Congratulations to these talented athletes for an outstanding day of competition and for representing PHS with TROJAN PRIDE!

🏆 Conference CHAMPS 🏆 Three-time District CHAMPS 🏆 6th in the STATE! The PHS Competitive Cheer team had an amazing competition today at CMU, marking their third consecutive appearance at the State Finals. Their season ended with an impressive 6th place finish in Division 2. What a remarkable season it has been for the Competitive Cheer team, guided by ten exceptional senior Trojans - 📣 PLAINWELL PRIDE! 📣

💙 News from Ford Field! 💙 After day 1 of competition at the MHSAA Individual Wrestling State Finals, we have some exciting updates from the Trojans! 🏆 In the D2 113 pound State Final, we have a guaranteed Plainwell State Champion as Dylan Nieuwenhuis and Tyler Cooper will face-off in the final match 🏆 In the 105 pound weight class, Madison Nieuwenhuis will wrestle for her Fourth Consecutive State Title 🤼‍♂️ Four Trojans will wrestle for placement: Evangeline Coutu, Avery Lynch, Grady Erlandson and Austin Gyorkos Matches start at 9:00 AM tomorrow, with the Finals beginning at 3:00 PM! Let’s show these athletes some 💙 and send them PLAINWELL PRIDE - GO TROJANS! Banners Courtesy of Ryan Lindsey Photography

🏆 DISTRICT CHAMPS 🏆 Congratulations to the Girls Basketball team who beat Three Rivers (53-40) for the Division 2 District 48 Championship! 🏀 GO TROJANS!!!! 🏀 Next up, they play on Monday (3/9) at Otsego High School at 7:00 PM to kick-off the first round of Regionals!