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  🎓 TOP OF THE CLASS 🎓 Congratulations to Abel Jorgensen on finishing in the top 21 of the Class of 2025!   - Abel’s Graduation Highlights –   🎓 UNIVERSITY/MAJOR: Western Michigan University 🎓 ACTIVITIES/EXTRA CURRICULAR: Football, Basketball, NHS 🎓 AWARDS: Honors Diploma, Academic All-State, All Region(football), Top Honors 🎓 PARENTS: Eric and Cassy Jorgensen   Please join us in sharing your congratulations to Abel and the Top of the 2025 Class for their hard work and dedication to their education while at Plainwell Community Schools – TROJAN PRIDE!

🎓 TOP OF THE CLASS 🎓 Congratulations to Brooklyn Herbert on finishing in the top 21 of the Class of 2025!   - Brooklyn’s Graduation Highlights –   🎓 UNIVERSITY/MAJOR: University of Michigan/ Political Science and Global Environment and Health- Pre-law 🎓 ACTIVITIES/EXTRA CURRICULAR: Tri-M, NHS, Musical, Multicultural Club 🎓 AWARDS: Michigan Musicians Abroad, Honor Roll all 4 years,Top Honors 🎓 PARENTS: Jason and Jessica Herbert   Please join us in sharing your congratulations to Brooklyn and the Top of the 2025 Class for their hard work and dedication to their education while at Plainwell Community Schools – TROJAN PRIDE!

🎓 TOP OF THE CLASS 🎓 Congratulations to Graysen Haaksma on finishing in the top 21 of the Class of 2025!   - Graysen’s Graduation Highlights –   🎓 UNIVERSITY/MAJOR: Regis University/Pharmacy 🎓 AWARDS: Top Honors 🎓 PARENTS: Katee & Neil Misner, Jeff Haaksma   Please join us in sharing your congratulations to Graysen and the Top of the 2025 Class for their hard work and dedication to their education while at Plainwell Community Schools – TROJAN PRIDE!

🎓 TOP OF THE CLASS 🎓 Congratulations to Hannah Erlandson on finishing in the top 21 of the Class of 2025!   - Hannah’s Graduation Highlights –   🎓 UNIVERSITY/MAJOR: Michigan State University/Vet Nursing 🎓 ACTIVITIES/EXTRA CURRICULAR: Cross Country, Track, and Red Cross Club 🎓 AWARDS: Wolverine Conference Scholar Athlete Award, AP Scholar Award, Southwest Michigan Spartans Outstanding Junior Award, Top Honors 🎓 PARENTS: Valerie Erlandson and Christopher Erlandson   Please join us in sharing your congratulations to Hannah and the Top of the 2025 Class for their hard work and dedication to their education while at Plainwell Community Schools – TROJAN PRIDE!

TOP OF THE CLASS 🎓 Congratulations to Jadyn Erdody on finishing in the top 21 of the Class of 2025!   - Jadyn’s Graduation Highlights –   🎓 UNIVERSITY/MAJOR: Michigan State University/Pre-Vet, Animal Science 🎓 ACTIVITIES/EXTRA CURRICULAR: Track and Field, NHS, and Horseback Riding 🎓 AWARDS: Top Honors 🎓 PARENTS: Jennifer and Jarrod Erdody   Please join us in sharing your congratulations to Jadyn and the Top of the 2025 Class for their hard work and dedication to their education while at Plainwell Community Schools – TROJAN PRIDE!

🎓 TOP OF THE CLASS 🎓 Congratulations to Henry Cox on finishing in the top 21 of the Class of 2025! - Henry’s Graduation Highlights – 🎓 UNIVERSITY/MAJOR: Kalamazoo College/Sports Medicine 🎓 ACTIVITIES/EXTRA CURRICULAR: Cross Country/Swim/Track 🎓 AWARDS: Honors Diploma, Academic All-state, 2x Regional Champion,Top Honors 🎓 PARENTS: Kevin and Katy Cox Please join us in sharing your congratulations to Henry and the Top of the 2025 Class for their hard work and dedication to their education while at Plainwell Community Schools – TROJAN PRIDE!

Registration is open for our upcoming Summer TaeKwonDo program. Join us to improve coordination, gain strength and increase your flexibility while learning self-defense techniques, taught by Mr. Mitch. TaeKwonDo is open to participants 7 and up. Program will run on Monday evenings from June 9-July 28 from 5:30-7:00 PM. Practices will be held at Hicks Gym. Cost is $30 per individual or $55 per family. To register, please visit plainwellschools.org/page/youth-programs.

🎓 TOP OF THE CLASS 🎓 Congratulations to Elizabeth Carter on finishing in the top 21 of the Class of 2025!   - Elizabeth’s Graduation Highlights –   🎓 UNIVERSITY/MAJOR: Western Michigan University/Psychology 🎓 ACTIVITIES/EXTRA CURRICULAR: Waitressing, weightlifting  🎓 AWARDS: College Board National Recognition Rural Award, Top Honors 🎓 PARENTS: Derek and Anna Carter   Please join us in sharing your congratulations to Elizabeth and the Top of the 2025 Class for their hard work and dedication to their education while at Plainwell Community Schools – TROJAN PRIDE!

🎓 TOP OF THE CLASS 🎓 Congratulations to Addison Bohne on finishing in the top 21 of the Class of 2025! - Addison’ s Graduation Highlights – 🎓 UNIVERSITY/MAJOR: University of Michigan/ Costume Design 🎓 ACTIVITIES/EXTRA CURRICULAR: NHS, Tri-M Honors Society, Musical, Dance, Multicultural Club (president), Choir (president), Fall Play 🎓 AWARDS: National Rural and Small Town Recognition, Top Honors 🎓 PARENTS: Sarah Nicholas and Chris Bohne Please join us in sharing your congratulations to Addison and the Top of the 2025 Class for their hard work and dedication to their education while at Plainwell Community Schools – TROJAN PRIDE!

🎓 TOP OF THE CLASS 🎓 Congratulations to Owen Ferris on finishing in the top 21 and as Salutatorian of the Class of 2025! - Owen’s Graduation Highlights – 🎓 UNIVERSITY/MAJOR: Western Michigan University/Mechanical Engineering 🎓 ACTIVITIES/EXTRA CURRICULAR: Robotics and Bowling 🎓 AWARDS: Top Honors 🎓 PARENTS: Jason and Gretchen Ferris Please join us in sharing your congratulations to Owen and the Top of the 2025 Class for their hard work and dedication to their education while at Plainwell Community Schools – TROJAN PRIDE!

The phones and internet at PCS are currently down district wide. We apologize for the inconvenience, building communications will be delayed until the internet has been restored!

🎓 TOP OF THE CLASS 🎓 Congratulations to EllaGrace Wesseldyk on finishing in the top 21 and as Valedictorian of the Class of 2025! - EllaGrace’s Graduation Highlights – 🎓 UNIVERSITY/MAJOR: Furman University /Business Administration and Communication Studies (Pre - Law) 🎓 ACTIVITIES/EXTRA CURRICULAR: National Honor Society, Big Brothers Big Sisters, PALS, LINKS, Class of 2025 Committee 🎓 AWARDS: Furman James B. Duke Scholarship, DAR Good Citizen Award, NHS President, AP Scholar with Distinction, National Rural and Small Town Recognition, Youth Rotary Leadership Award Recipient, Honors Diploma, Honor Roll, Student of the Month,Top Honor 🎓 PARENTS: Shane & Brooke Wesseldyk Please join us in sharing your congratulations to EllaGrace and the Top of the 2025 Class for their hard work and dedication to their education while at Plainwell Community Schools – TROJAN PRIDE!

🎓 TOP OF THE CLASS! 🎓Congratulations to the Class of 2025 Top of the Class! We are incredibly proud of these students for their hard work and dedication to their education while at Plainwell High School! Over the next week leading up to graduation, we will be sharing individual posts highlighting our Top of the Class - please join us in sharing your congratulations to these students for their outstanding academic achievements while at PHS - Trojan Pride!

Today was officially the last day of school for the senior class! We are incredibly proud of our Class of 2025 - thank you for your hard work and dedication to your education. To all of our senior students and families with a student in the Class of 2025 - THANK YOU for allowing Plainwell Community Schools to be a part of your educational journey! If you see a senior, please take a moment to wish them well as they prepare for graduation next week! To send off our Class of 2025, earlier today they had a parade through the Middle School and their Elementary buildings. It was fun for our staff and younger Trojans to cheer on our seniors and wish them well as they approach graduation - Trojan Pride!

Each year, one senior artist leaves a lasting mark at PHS and this year, Sarah Lagenour did just that. Her piece, "Remember When," beautifully captures the Class of 2025’s journey from childhood to graduation. Thank you, Sarah, for telling the Trojan’s story with such heart and talent. This mural is a legacy we’ll never forget. 💙

PCS is excited to introduce Elexis Buchanan as the new Head Coach for the PHS Varsity Girls Basketball team. Coach Elexis Buchanan, affectionately known as Coach Lexx, was born and raised in Kalamazoo, MI. A proud alumna of Loy Norrix High School, she was a four-year varsity letter winner in basketball and track and field, and a four-year member of the volleyball team. After high school, she continued her basketball journey at Wayne State University before transferring to Kalamazoo Valley Community College, where she earned her Associate Degree in General Studies. Coach Lexx brings 16 years of coaching experience to Plainwell, including eight years as a sub-varsity coach at Kalamazoo Central High School and two years as an assistant coach for the Kalamazoo Blaze, a women’s semi-pro team. She is also the founder and owner of Back to Basics Training, a program dedicated to developing young athletes. Through this initiative, she partners with the Boys & Girls Club of Greater Kalamazoo to offer free summer training for youth in the community. In addition, Coach Lexx serves at both the Men’s and Women’s KVCC Basketball Camps each summer. Known for her positive, upbeat energy and deep passion for player development, she is committed to helping athletes grow both on and off the court. Coach Lexx is excited for this new chapter and is ready to hit the ground running! GO TR🏀JANS!

Recently, seven PHS projects were submitted into the Michigan Industrial Technology Education Society (MITES) held at Rockford High School.  From the competition, all seven made it to the State Finals!  🏆 Shelby Jenkins: 2nd place for the 11th-12th grade division 🏆 Chase Roberts: 3rd place for the 11th-12th grade division 🏆 Cam Larson: 2nd place for the 9th-10th grade division 🏆 Chloe Kulhanek, Hayden Steele, Amari DeSean Jones: 3rd place for Architectural model division 🏆 William Bartels, Porter Rewa and Jamie Gonzalez:4th place for Architectural model division 🏆 Reece Trahan: 5th place for Architectural drafting division 🏆 Josh Chapman, Owen Thorp, Sanford Stevens, Walker Clippinger: 2nd place for 9-10th grade outdoor furniture division Last week, these seven projects were presented at the State Finals in Gaylord, Michigan and the following received awards:  2️⃣ Josh Chapman, Walker Clippinger, Stanford Stevens and Owen Thorpe: 2nd in the state for their Adirondack chairs 3️⃣ Reece Trahan: 3rd place for his architectural model house 6️⃣ William Bartels, Porter Rees and Jaimie Gonzalez: 6th place in the Architectural model house division 7️⃣ Chloe Kulhanek, Hayden Steele and Ameri-DeSean Jones: 7th place for their architectural model house Congratulations to all seven projects for your achievements in the MITES - PLAINWELL PRIDE! 

Attention Current 8th-11th Grade Students! There are still openings for PHS's trip to France and Spain in Summer 2026. Join us for an informational meeting to discover more! This is an amazing opportunity for students to explore new destinations, experience different cultures and gain lifelong skills such as independence and confidence. Join us for an informational meeting where Mrs. Trahan will share all the essential details, including: - What you'll see and do - Hands-on learning activities - Academic opportunities - Trip costs - How to secure your spot with a $200 discount Informational Meeting Details: 📅 Date: Thursday, May 15 🕒 Time: 5:30 PM 📍 Location: Plainwell High School Media Center

Plainwell Robotics Club High School Team 11591S – Siege – participated in the VEX Robotics World Championship in Dallas, Texas from May 5-8. The tournament featured 830 teams from around the world split into 10 divisions.  During the competition… 🏆 Seige won six of their 10 qualifying alliance matches, advancing them to the elimination rounds. 🏆 They captained the 13th ranked team in their division and lost their match in the round of 16.  Although their journey ended sooner than they hoped, the team showcased resilience and skill, while creating an unforgettable robotics season - PLAINWELL PRIDE. Team Seige is coached by Matt Clippinger and Jason Ferris. 

Attention Middle and High School athletes and marching band students! Plainwell and Otsego High Schools are joining forces to offer FREE physicals for the 2025/26 school year to PMS/PHS/OMS/OHS athletes and marching band students on Wednesday, June 4 at the Plainwell Field House. Doors open at 5:00 PM - physicals begin at 5:30 PM. You must be in line by 7:00 PM in order to receive a physical. Forms are available at plainwellschools.org/page/high-school-athletics and in the athletic office (please bring your completed and signed form with you).