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.

🗓️ 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.

Congratulations to Payton, Mia and Lilly as they are Plainwell Middle Schools' "Book and a Bonus" winners for May 2026. "Book and a Bonus" is a monthly reading incentive program for MS students that is supported by Ransom District Library. Keep up the great reading this summer, PMS students! Special thanks to Ransom District Library for your ongoing support of PCS and the “Book and a Bonus" program! PLAINWELL PRIDE!

Registration is open for the Summer Soccer Youth Camp. Students in Pre-K-7th grade (based on grade for 2026/27 school year) are invited to join us to learn from the PHS Men’s Soccer Coaching Staff and Soccer Players. Camp will be held at Gilkey Elementary from July 27-30 with two sessions available: ⚽ K-1st Grade from 6:00-7:00 PM - Cost is $50 per athlete and includes a camp t-shirt ⚽ 2nd-7th Grade Camp from 6:00-8:00 PM - Cost is $60 per athlete and includes a camp t-shirt To register, scan the QR code or visit plainwellschools.org/page/youth-programs.

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.

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

As a friendly reminder, we have a half day of school tomorrow, Wednesday, June 3, as well as on Thursday, June 4, which is the final day of the 2025/26 school year. Half Day Dismissal Times: 📚 PHS - 10:45 AM 🚌 PMS - 10:45 AM 📝 RHS - 11:30 AM 🦎 Gilkey - 11:45 AM 🐨 Cooper - 11:50 AM ⭐️ Starr - 11:55 AM

The Middle School has a new wall mural, thanks to a group of student artists. The new artwork was designed and created by the 2026 yearbook winner, Mari Caro. To help Mari complete the project, she had several talented helpers - Lacy Keedle, Maliaa (Mali) Ware, Kinslee McComis, Natalie Barnheart and Hayden Corbin. We are incredibly grateful to these Trojan artists for sharing their time and talents in completing this artwork for the Middle School - PLAINWELL PRIDE!

🌳 Attention Incoming 6th Graders and Families! 🌳 Check-out this amazing opportunity from the Kalamazoo Nature Center for a FREE household membership for all incoming 6th graders in Kalamazoo, Portage, Parchment and Plainwell Schools for the 2026-27 school year! Sign-up now through August 7 by visiting https://naturecenter.org/trailblazers/. 

Plainwell Middle School recently held a talent show that showcased the incredible skills of their 6th-8th grade students. The show, held at the Performing Arts Center, featured a variety of performances, including singing, music, tumbling and comedy, to an audience of peers and teachers. It was a fantastic event, showcasing the remarkable talents of the Trojans. You can view highlights from the talent show on the Plainwell Performing Arts Facebook page.

‼️ Attention Middle and High School athletes and marching band students! ‼️ As a friendly reminder, Plainwell and Otsego High Schools are joining forces to offer FREE physicals for the 2026/27 school year to PMS/PHS/OMS/OHS athletes and marching band students this Wednesday (6/3) 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).

Registration is open for the 2026 PHS Summer Learning Program. Choose between two learning options: Credit Advancement and Credit Recovery. Don't miss out, register today by scanning the QR code. Registration for the Credit Advancement program closes on 6/19. We look forward to a great summer of learning at PHS! Visit https://aptg.co/1xcrq1 to learn more.

In partnership with the Allegan County Area Technical Education Center, Middle School Counselors organize an annual field trip for eighth graders to explore the center and discover the exciting opportunities that await them. During this visit, students receive brief overviews of various programs and have the chance to tour classrooms for programs, including: Veterinary Technician, Culinary Arts, Teacher Academy, Heavy Equipment Operator, Building Trades and more. This field trip offers an excellent opportunity for incoming freshmen to gather valuable insights from both current students and instructors at the Tech Center.

Registration is open for our upcoming Summer 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. 🗓️ Monday evenings from June 8-July27 🕠 5:30-7:00 PM 📍 Hick's Gym 💲 $30 per individual or $55 per family 🌐 To register, please visit plainwellschools.org/page/youth-programs

We are excited to share that registration is open for our upcoming Summer Pool Programs - Trojan Aquatic Club, Youth Summer Swim Lessons and Aqua Zumba! We look forward to a great summer at the Field House Pool! 🌊 Trojan Aquatic Club (TAC): TAC is a competitive swim team for PCS youth ages 6-18. Program begins Monday, June 8. For more information or to begin the registration process, please scan the QR code or visit plainwellschools.org/page/tac. 🌊 Youth Summer Swim Lessons: Join us at the Field House Pool for Summer Swim Lessons for children 6 and up! Four sessions available! For more information or to begin the registration process, please scan the QR code or visit https://www.plainwellschools.org/page/swim-lessons. 🌊 Aqua Zumba: PCS Parents and Community - Join us at the Field House Pool on Wednesday evenings from 7:15-8:15 PM for Aqua Zumba. Instructor Amy Baker has 15 years of experience teaching group fitness in aquatic settings and looks forward to welcoming our community to this new class from June 10-August 12. To learn more or to register, please scan the QR code or visit https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0D45AFA92FA2FFC61-64021446-aqua.

As a friendly reminder, we have some important calendar dates to note: 🗓️ HALF DAY: There is a half day of school tomorrow - Thursday, May 21 🗓️ MEMORIAL BREAK: There is no school from Friday, May 22-Monday, May 25 We wish our students, staff and families a wonderful break, we look forward to welcoming the Trojans back to school on Tuesday, May 26. Half Day Dismissal Times 📚 PHS - 10:45 AM ✏️ PMS - 10:45 AM 📖 RHS - 11:30 AM 🚌 Gilkey - 11:45 AM 📓 Cooper - 11:50 AM 📝 Starr - 11:55 AM

⚽ MIDDLE SCHOOL SOCCER! ⚽ Registration is open for the 2026/27 Middle School Boys Club Soccer team! To register, please scan the QR code or visit plainwellschools.org/page/youth-programs.

Recently, the Middle and High School LINKS, along with their PEERS, gathered for a taco bar lunch, during which the seniors were presented with their cords. Following the lunch, everyone went to the high school auditorium for a student-selected screening of Ratatouille, complete with lots of snacks and candy! This event provided a wonderful experience for both the LINKS and their PEERS.

We are excited to announce the Plainwell Middle School Students of the Week for May 11-15! We are proud of your hard work and dedication. Way to go, Trojans! - Khloe (8th Grade) - Charlotte (7th Grade) - Kemper (6th Grade) Throughout the year, we look forward to continuing to share our outstanding Middle School Students of the Week! Special thanks to our Student of the Week sponsors: Fly Inn, Barbed Wire Cafe, Culver’s and Taqueria San Francisco. We greatly appreciate your support of PCS and our students - Today’s Learners, Tomorrow’s Leaders!

Recently, the Middle School Eco Club collaborated with The Clothes Bin to recycle clothing and shoes, aiming to divert them from landfills and further support our environment. Community members who have old shoes or clothes they no longer wish to keep are encouraged to recycle them in the bin located in the Middle School recess parking lot, just outside the administration building. We appreciate your support for this new collaborative initiative.