The PHS Champions program kicked off this week! This two-week initiative welcomes incoming freshmen, aiming to give students a preview of High School. The program focuses on engaging students in essential academic content, connecting them to other students through team-building activities, and assists them with the transition into their new school environment. The Champions program has been successfully running for over a decade, and each year, survey results show that students feel more confident, develop stronger connections with peers and adults at the high school, and find the experience beneficial in preparing them for success in high school.

We are getting ready to begin another great year of learning and growing at Plainwell Community Schools. We look forward to welcoming our students back as we kick off the 2026/27 school year on Monday, August 31 (half day). Here are some upcoming important back to school dates. For more back to school information, please scan the QR code or visit plainwellschools.org/page/back-to-school. We can’t wait to see you soon, Trojans!

Thank you to the Plainwell Community for your support of the 2026 Non-Homestead Operating Millage renewal! With this approval, the district will continue to receive the full per-pupil funding levels established by the State of Michigan which powers everyday operations. We greatly appreciate your support in providing consistent funding for teachers, curriculum, transportation, special education, and extracurriculars at PCS!

See you at the polls TODAY (8/4) for the 2026 Non-Homestead Operating Millage vote! Please take a moment to share a reminder with your friends and neighbors - this renewal affects all of us, even if it won’t affect your primary residence taxes.

EXTENDED THIS YEAR! We are excited to share that the Michigan School Meals program was signed into law, allowing all public school students, Pre-K through 12th grade, to eat breakfast and lunch FREE for the 2026/27 school year! Although this is free for all students, we highly encourage all families to complete the Education Benefits Form (EBF). For more information or to apply, please visit https://www.plainwellschools.org/page/food-program-details.

We are just a day away from the 2026 Non-Homestead Operating Millage vote on August 4, 2026. Take a moment to review this information and share the word with your friends and neighbors - this renewal affects all of us, even if it won’t affect your primary residence taxes.

🏆 ATHLETIC HALL OF FAME 🏆 Nominations for the 2027 Athletic Hall of Fame are now being accepted through October 31, 2026! To submit a nomination, please scan the QR code or visit https://websites.eventlink.com/s/phstrojans/Article/140177.

Have you heard about the 2026 Non-Homestead Operating Millage? On August 4, 2026, you will be asked to consider the Non-Homestead Operating Millage, which is set to expire this year. Please check-out this Q & A to learn more about this upcoming vote and what it means to our district: https://aptg.co/Tqq04N

🏀 Attention Girls Basketball Alumni! 🏀 Join us for an alumni basketball game on August 21 at 6:00 PM. Please contact Ellery Troff at the referenced email with any general questions or concerns about the cost to play. GO TROJANS!

Attention Trojan Volleyball Players 🏐 Mark your calendars for these upcoming tryout dates at the Field House: 🏐 Freshman, JV & Varsity Tryouts: August 10 & 11, Varsity 3-5 PM and Freshman & JV 5:30-7:30 PM 🏐 7th & 8th Grade Tryouts: August 18 & 19, 3:30-5 PM

On August 4, 2026, you will be asked to consider the Non-Homestead Operating Millage, which is set to expire this year. This renewal is not a new tax, but a continuation of the current authorization of 18 mills on non-homestead properties last voted on and approved by Plainwell Community Schools voters in 2014. The operating millage renewal ensures Plainwell Community Schools receives the full per-pupil funding levels established by the State of Michigan and sustains day to day school operations.

We are thrilled to announce that, after one month into our summer food service program, we have provided over 7,500 breakfasts and lunches to the Trojan community! This initiative offers our students the chance to enjoy FREE food service throughout the summer, which includes: 🍎 Daily on-site breakfast and lunch at PHS and Starr OR 🍎 A 7-day meal box pick-up If you haven't joined us yet and would like to learn more, please visit plainwellschools.org/page/food-program-details. We look forward to continuing to provide this FREE service to our school community until mid-August.

We look forward to welcoming you to the PCS Field House this summer! Please take a moment to review our Field House Summer Schedule, which includes upcoming special events, building schedules, and closures for the Pool, Walking Track and Fitness Room. You can easily access this information by scanning the QR code or by visiting: https://aptg.co/j2LP_y.

⚾️ Trojan Shoutout! ⚾️ Congratulations to Andrew Hampton, a Senior from the Class of 2026, for being named to the Division 2 All-State Team for baseball! This remarkable accomplishment marks his selection in consecutive years. PLAINWELL PRIDE!

🗓️ 2026/27 PCS VACATION PLANNER 🗓️ As you begin to look at your schedules for next school year, we wanted to share our new vacation planner document. We encourage you to take advantage of the breaks listed to plan vacations, wellness check-ups, and appointments that promote regular attendance for your student. Be sure to check-in with your student's school building at the start of school for state-mandated testing windows and other important dates. Please scan the QR code or visit https://aptg.co/6MSCvT to view the document.

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 Plainwell High School and Starr Elementary OR 🍎 7-Day Meal Box Pick-up For more information, please scan the QR code or visit plainwellschools.org/page/food-program-details.

The PHS Baseball team has concluded their season, and it's time to give some special shout-outs to our Trojans! The team wrapped up their season with a record of 19-14-1, and the following athletes deserve a round of applause 👏👏 for their outstanding achievements this season! Academic All-Region: ⚾️ Ian Wheatley ⚾️ Luke Filkins Academic All-State: ⚾️ Andrew Hampton Wolverine Conference Awards: ⚾️ Honorable Mention: Landon Nienhuis ⚾️ Honorable Mention: CJ Laninga ⚾️ 2nd Team: Luke Filkins ⚾️ 1st Team: Andrew Hampton MHSBCA All-District: ⚾️ 1st Team: Luke Filkins ⚾️ 1st Team: Andrew Hampton 📣 NEW SCHOOL RECORD 📣
Andrew Hampton has set a new school record for Career Batting Average, achieving an impressive .488 over four years on Varsity. This remarkable performance ties him for 33rd in MHSAA history. 👏 Additionally, Andrew is tied for the second most Stolen Bases in a game in MHSAA history with 7. With a total of 111 Career Stolen Bases, he finishes 26th in MHSAA history. Congratulations to these athletes and the entire Trojan baseball team on a your accomplishments this season! 📸 Courtesy of Amy Dull

Congratulations to Salim Sumaila Dadzie on being selected to participate in the Matt Boersma Senior All-Star Game, presented by the Michigan High School Soccer Coaches Association! On July 18, Salim will join many of Michigan’s top senior soccer players in East Lansing, representing Plainwell Soccer, Plainwell High School, and our community on one of the state’s premier stages. Throughout his time at Plainwell, Salim has been an exceptional representative of the program, and this selection is a well-deserved recognition of the hard work, dedication, and perseverance he has shown throughout his high school career. We are incredibly proud of all that Salim has accomplished and look forward to watching him compete alongside some of the best senior players in Michigan this summer. Congratulations, Salim! ⚽️💙

SCHOOLS OUT FOR SUMMER! Wishing our students, staff and families a wonderful Summer Break! Have a great summer, Trojans!

The Multicultural Club had the opportunity to visit Detroit for their end-of-the-year trip, allowing students to experience culture and diversity firsthand. Highlights from the trip include touring the Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History, enjoying lunch at Eastern Market, seeing the Spirit of Detroit statue, riding the Detroit People Mover and traveling through Belle Isle Park. The day concluded with a group discussion about their experiences in Detroit over dinner at a local restaurant. This trip provided a meaningful experience that broadened students’ cultural awareness and appreciation of diversity.