This morning we had a water main break at PHS. Thanks to the support from the City of Plainwell, we are working to get this quickly repaired. Thank you to this amazing crew, which includes several PCS parents and our wrestling coach! We 💙 our community - PLAINWELL PRIDE!
As a reminder, there is a scheduled no school day for students tomorrow (Friday, February 2). Have a great weekend and GO TROJANS!
Congratulations to PHS Senior, Larissa Meyers, on signing her letter of intent for the Cheer and Stunt Team at Central Michigan University! We are incredibly proud of Larissa's athletic achievements while at PHS and wish her all the best next year at CMU. From all of us at PCS, congratulations and best wishes to Larissa! TROJAN PRIDE!
January is School Board Recognition month and before the month ends, we would like to take a moment to thank our Board of Education for their dedication to our school district. They work tirelessly to provide the best for our staff, students and families; including their hard work with the ongoing bond projects. Thank you to Andrea Barrows, Julli Bennett, Jill Dunham, Rex Hall, Jr., Mike Hopson, Anthony McNeel and Shannon Zabaldo for representing PCS so well - you are greatly appreciated!
Recently, the Board members and administrators had the opportunity to do a walk through to see the progress on the fieldhouse (pool and gymnasium). The project is well underway and is estimated to be completed in Fall 2024. We are looking forward to many great competitions and community programs at the new facility, so many great things are ahead at PCS!
Congratulations to PHS Senior, Jillian Comer, on signing her letter of intent for the Cheerleading Spirit Squad at Alma College! We are incredibly proud of Jillian's athletic achievements while at PHS and wish her all the best next year at Alma. From all of us at PCS, congratulations and best wishes to Jillian! TROJAN PRIDE!
Do you know someone who has made a difference in our district? We are now accepting nominations for the 2024 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, 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 2024 Outstanding People for Education award, please scan the QR code or visit https://forms.gle/KTiHQ5s4ZoRqtYwn7.
On Saturday, the Plainwell Varsity Cheer Team placed first with a score of 752.5 at the LMCCOA Scholarship Meet in Byron Center. This was a tough competition against the top schools in the region. Congratulations to the team on a great finish. Special recognition goes out to senior member Zoey Bennett who received a LMCCOA scholarship - an amazing accomplishment!
The team is ranked 6th in the state for division 2 for both highest and average scores - their intent is to make state for the first time since 2003. Their next district competition is on Friday, February 16 at 6:00 pm at Gull Lake High School - GO TROJANS! 💙
We are excited to welcome back the Mother/Son Hockey Night as the Kalamazoo Wings take on the Allen Americans in the 40th Annual Green Ice Game on Saturday, March 16 at 7:00 PM. Mothers and sons will enjoy the game, a $5 concession voucher, a 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). 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 scan the QR code or visit https://fevo-enterprise.com/event/Plainwellschools. PLEASE NOTE: Tickets are assigned seats, so if you are going with friends or a group, please plan accordingly. Tickets are available through March 11, so please purchase your tickets today!
Congratulations to the Boys Swim and Dive team who had one of their best meets of the season last night defeating South Haven 107-63. The team had a total of 24 best times & diving scores! The divers swept the event with Brandon Courtney winning, Aidan Ranger second place and Phil Mathis third. Great swims by Ford Stevens, Parker Montange, Logan Mollitor, Brandon Courtney, Phil Mathis, Austin Susens, Davis Nooney, Alex Steele, Ben Sparks, Sam Harper, Grady Nugent, Henry Cox, Joseph Hoffman, Nolan Lindsey and the rest of the team. Way to go, Trojans!
Join us as the Otsego Jazz Ensemble plays a free concert with Plainwell Jazz Band on Tuesday, January 30 at 7PM at the Plainwell Performing Arts Center.
The Otsego Jazz Ensemble (OJE) with Kalamazoo vocalist Lana Hoffman will bring their hi-powered mix of jazz, rock, pop, latin and standards to the Plainwell Performing Arts Center for a FREE concert on Tuesday, January 30th at 7pm. The 18-piece band is fresh off a highly acclaimed performance at the Kalamazoo New Years Festival. The group formed in 1986, rehearsing in Otsego, a central meeting point for musicians who drive to weekly rehearsals from Grand Rapids, Kalamazoo, Battle Creek and Holland.
OJE will be sharing the stage with the PHS Jazz Band, under the direction of David Hepinstall. PHS will start the program. OJE will play a set, and will be inviting some members of the PHS band to “sit in." Both bands will combine on stage for a final number, Duke Ellington’s "Don’t Get Around Much Anymore."
Plainwell High School recognizes students each month who demonstrate good character and kindness. Students who have strong academic achievements and attendance are nominated by teachers who recognize these qualities. We are thrilled to wish congratulations to the PHS Students of the Month for Fall 2023! TROJAN PRIDE!
2023 FALL PHS STUDENTS OF THE MONTH!
Adam Stull (Senior), Aiden Mallory (Sophomore), Alayna Eldred (Sophomore), Audra Huberty (Freshman), Audrey Todd (Senior), Autmun Norris (Junior), Avery Powell (Freshman), Bailey Knapp (Freshman), Claire Wynalda (Freshman), Colin Gritter (Junior), Ella LaPenna (Sophomore), Hailey Fisher (Junior), Isaac Westdorp (Freshman), Jackson Albrecht (Freshman), Joel Schober (Junior), Joseph Hoffman (Sophomore), Joseph Sanderson (Senior), Logan Westburg (Senior), Lorelei Hofacre (Freshman), Lynsey Smith (Senior), Michael Gonyeau (Senior), Mila Southwick (Sophomore), Parker Stull (Senior), Sienna Lancaster (Senior), Tessa Marietta (Freshman), Trinity Blanchard (Sophomore), Venesa Perez Veliz (Sophomore), William Allen (Junior) and Zoey Bennett (Senior)
Plainwell Community Schools is hiring! Join our outstanding team where you will support Today's Learners & Tomorrow's Leaders as a Freshman or JV Volleyball Coach. To apply, please scan the QR code or visit plainwellschools.org/page/join-our-team.
As we continue to monitor the weather and travel conditions, we wanted to provide an update on PCS afternoon/evening activities for today (Tuesday, January 23). All practices and activities are canceled, unless otherwise communicated by your student’s coach. Stay safe, have a great day and GO TROJANS!
Congratulations to the PHS Girls Varsity Basketball team on their 36-34 win over Otsego last night! Alyssa Weldon led the team with 11 points and Brooke Timpe had 9. Way to go, Trojans - PLAINWELL PRIDE!
Next up, they will play in their Snowcoming games against Edwardsburg on Friday (1/26). JV tips off at 4:15 PM with the Varsity Girls and Boys following. GO TROJANS! 🏀
Due to winter weather conditions, Plainwell Community Schools is closed today (Tuesday, January 23). This closure includes the SAFE program. We wish our students, staff and families a safe snow day!
PCS is excited and honored to introduce Megan Black as the new Head Coach for the PHS Varsity Volleyball team. While this is a new role for Megan, she has already been a part of the Trojan community over the last few years. Currently Ms. Black is a 3rd grade teacher at Gilkey Elementary and has served as the Freshman Volleyball Coach for the last two seasons. Coach Black brings many years of volleyball experience to her new role, playing volleyball in high school and at the college level, as well as coaching in JV and club volleyball roles. We are thrilled to welcome Coach Megan Black in this new role. Congratulations to her and the Plainwell Volleyball program - GO TROJANS!
As we continue to monitor the weather and travel conditions, we wanted to provide an update on PCS afternoon/evening activities for today (Wednesday, January 17). All practice and activity plans/schedules will be communicated by the individual coach or director.
Due to low temperatures, winter weather and secondary road condItions Plainwell Community Schools is closed today (Wednesday, January 17). The SAFE Program will open at 7:30 AM at Starr Elementary only. The blood drive that was previously scheduled at PHS is canceled. We wish our students, staff and families a safe snow day!
As we continue to monitor the weather and travel conditions, we wanted to provide an update on PCS afternoon/evening activities for today (Tuesday, January 16). All afternoon and evening activities are canceled. Some optional PHS Varsity practices will be held, information will be communicated by coaches. We understand families may have transportation concerns, so please do what you feel is best for your family. Please contact your student's coach if additional information is needed. Stay safe, have a great day and GO TROJANS!
Due to winter weather and secondary road condItions Plainwell Community Schools is closed today (Tuesday, January 16). The SAFE Program will open at 7:30 AM at Starr Elementary only. We wish our students, staff and families a safe snow day!
