PHS TROJAN ATHLETIC UPDATE: PHS is still hosting home sporting events this evening (Monday, May 16). If the power is still out, we’ll have limited restroom facilities. Go Trojans!
PCS IMPORTANT NOTIFICATION: We are currently experiencing a power issue on the main campus and intermittent internet issues district wide. Families that have a student on the main campus - please check your email for an important communication regarding an early dismissal today.
SUMMER YOUTHBALL SPONSORSHIP: The Community Recreation team is looking for Summer Youthball Sponsorships, which are available for $100 per team!
Interested in becoming a sponsor? Please visit https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfFtmUnmkLLowVAop7umRrKGwiw-PtmK8GbZ78js0OuZctGFA/viewform to complete the sponsor form.
Thank you in advance for your support of the 2022 Summer Youthball program! ⚾️
ICE CREAM SOCIAL: Every May, the PHS Student Senate puts on an Ice Cream Social. Students are dismissed by grade level down to the cafeteria for ice cream and socialization time in the afternoon. This year, the students enjoyed free Plainwell Ice Cream courtesy of Student Senate - thank you to these students for this special treat for the PHS students!
TROJAN ATHLETIC CONGRATULATIONS: Congratulations to PHS Senior, Ben Gale, on signing his letter of intent to play soccer at DePauw University! We are incredibly proud of Ben’s athletic achievements while at PHS and wish him all the best next year. From all of us at PCS, congratulations and best wishes to Ben! Trojan pride!
SENIOR DRIVE & 150TH CELEBRATION: Mark your calendar for the Senior Drive - Under the Stadium Lights on Tuesday, May 24.
PHS ALUMNI - We encourage you to join us to support the Seniors & celebrate 150 years at Plainwell High School. Please park in the lot near Streidl Field, bring a sign with your graduation year and celebrate PHS with the Class of 2022!
ROUSH MEMORIAL: Save the date to join us at a memorial event to honor Mr. Timothy Roush next week on Friday, May 20. The event will begin with a rocket launch (weather dependent - rain date 6/3) at the PHS Track at 2:30 PM. A memorial service will follow at 4:00 PM at the Performing Arts Center (will run as scheduled regardless of weather). 🚀
CLASS OF 2026 CHAMPIONS PROGRAM: Attention all incoming Freshman - the Class of 2026! Join us for the Champions Program, which is a fun and educational two-week program for incoming freshman students to experience the ins and outs of Plainwell High School and to gain a solid academic base to start the year. The program will take place from August 8-19 from 10 AM-2PM. For more information or for registration details, please visit plainwellschools.org/o/phs/page/freshman-center.
MUSICAL REVUE 2022: Mark your calendar as the Plainwell High School Choirs' Present Musical Revue 2022: A Tribute to Stephen Sondheim on Wednesday, June 1 at 7 PM. Join us for a free concert featuring music and lyrics written by Stephen Sondheim from Broadway musicals such as "Into The Woods," "West Side Story," "Sweeny Todd" and more!
HOLOCAUST PRESENTATION: Last week, 8th through 12th grade students had a special presentation from Irene Miller, a Holocaust survivor and author of Into No Man's Land: A Historical Memoir. Ms. Miller shared her journey of survival during the Holocaust and how the experience allowed her to grow into a successful and positive woman. She emphasized the importance of speaking up when there is injustice and demonstrated to students that obstacles big and small can be overcome. A very special thank you to Ms. Miller for joining us at PCS to share your story with our students.
PHS CHOIR FESTIVAL: All three Plainwell High School Choir Ensembles traveled to Hope College in Holland yesterday to perform at the State Choral Festival. It was a wonderful day and all choral ensembles sang beautifully! 🎶
HALF DAY REMINDER: As a reminder, we have a half day of school tomorrow (Wednesday, May 11).
Have a great day and Go Trojans!
BUS ROUTE UPDATE FOR TODAY: Please note the following bus route change for today (Tuesday, May 10). The High School/Middle School PM Squirrel Bus Riders will be doubling up with the High School/MIddle School PM Pig Bus Riders.
Thank you for your understanding!
BOND CONSTRUCTION: The preschool and first grade students had a lot of fun watching the concrete being poured by Starr Elementary where they are putting in a new chiller as part of the bond construction project. Our continued thanks to our amazing community for voting “yes” on the 2019 bond proposal!
PHS VARSITY SOCCER: The Plainwell Varsity Soccer team will be playing at Dowagiac tonight (Monday, May 9) starting at 6:00 PM. This is a Varsity game only, no JV. Good luck, Trojans! ⚽️
BROADBAND SURVEY: Allegan County is conducting a Broadband Survey! They are working to expand internet service in Allegan County and need to hear from you! We are encouraging our families to please take a brief survey to provide your feedback by visiting: https://bit.ly/ACBroadband. Please share with your friends and neighbors as well!
Thank you in advance for your time!
HAPPY MOTHER’S DAY: Thank you to all the amazing PCS moms/guardians for their constant support, encouragement and love of our students! From all of us at PCS - HAPPY MOTHER’S DAY - we appreciate you!
SCHOOL LUNCH HERO DAY: There is no need for a cape, when you have an apron - Happy School Lunch Hero Day. We recognize you today and appreciate you every day! Thank you to our AWESOME food service team - Trojan Pride!
PHS BASEBALL: The varsity baseball game against Constantine is canceled today due to weather and field conditions.
BUS ROUTE UPDATE FOR 5/9: Please note the following bus route change for Monday, May 9! The High School/Middle School PM Squirrel Bus Riders will be doubling up with the High School/MIddle School PM Pig Bus Riders. Thank you for your understanding!
