‼️ NEW PCS PARKING ENFORCEMENT GUIDELINES ‼️ To ensure the safety and accessibility for our students, staff and visitors, please make note of these NEW Parking Enforcement Guidelines from Plainwell Community Schools. When visiting any PCS property, all visitors must comply with these parking rules and guidelines, which will be effective immediately. To review the PCS Parking Enforcement Guidelines, please scan the QR code or visit https://5il.co/3syfn.
It was an incredible evening at the 2025 Shop with a Hero event held at Meijer in Plainwell. For the 13th consecutive year, we had the opportunity to provide Meijer gift cards to over 100 students during our Shop with a Hero event. This occasion was truly special for the PCS students and the local heroes who assisted them in their holiday shopping.
THANKS & APPRECIATION: We extend our heartfelt gratitude to our anonymous donor, whose generosity creates this wonderful opportunity for our students each year, impacting countless lives. We also appreciate the local heroes, volunteers and the fantastic gift wrappers for contributing to such a memorable experience for our Middle School students. Additionally, we extend our appreciation to Plainwell Meijer, who generously donates wrapping supplies and snacks for the attendees and gift wrappers throughout the evening.
A huge THANK YOU to everyone who makes this night extraordinarily special each year!
🎄Winter Holiday Break has arrived!🎄As a friendly reminder, our break will run from December 19-January 2. We wish the Trojan community a wonderful holiday break and look forward to welcoming our students back to school on Monday, January 5.
From all of us at PCS, Happy Holidays!
🎄 Registration is still open, but limited - register today! 🎄 Are you looking for a great activity to kick-off the Winter Holiday Break? Register your student for a fun afternoon at the Field House pool on Friday, December 19 from 1:30-3:30 PM. Join the High School Swim Team's FUNdraiser to enjoy festive activities including: open swim, a Christmas movie on the big screen, a holiday craft, cornhole, spike ball, cookie decorating, snacks and games. This drop-off event is open to ages 8+. Cost is $25 per participant (if multiple members from the same family are attending, the price is reduced to $20 per person). Register today by scanning the QR code or by visiting https://plainwell.revtrak.net/high-school/hs-athletics/#/v/swim-mas-splash-bash.
On Friday, the Plainwell Middle School 8th grade band and choir took their annual trip to Chicago. Throughout their adventure, they visited Navy Pier, The Color Factory and Millennium Park/Cloud Gate. They also enjoyed a meal at Ed Debevic's and wrapped up the day by attending a performance of The Phantom of the Opera. The entire day was filled with amazing experiences and wonderful memories for the Trojans!
Until break, all PCS buildings are collecting shelf stable foods, hygiene items, and household supplies in support of the Plainwell Volunteer Christmas Project. Join us to support families in our community this holiday season by dropping off these items at any PCS building today.
Due to snow and ice continuing to create difficult travel conditions, all afternoon and evening activities are canceled today (Wednesday, December 10). This cancellation includes all events, games, concerts and practices district-wide, with the exception of optional varsity-level practices (coaches will communicate directly with varsity teams).
Due to snow and ice creating difficult travel conditions, Plainwell Community Schools will be closed today (Wednesday, December 10).
An update regarding afternoon and evening activities will be communicated by noon today.
We wish our students, staff and families a safe snow day! Have a great day and GO TROJANS!
Who doesn't love a great holiday tradition?! It was great fun at Gilkey, Cooper and Starr Elementary Schools as some of the Middle and High School choir members performed for the students at their annual holiday caroling tour throughout the district. This annual caroling event includes a number of holiday classic songs, as well as a few new favorites. It is always a favorite for all the students and staff involved, the smiles were priceless!
Let’s kick-off the week and celebrate some outstanding Trojans! We are excited to share Plainwell Middle School Students of the Week for December 1-5! We are proud of your hard work and dedication. Way to go, Trojans!
- Gino (8th Grade)
- Madison (7th Grade)
- Abriella (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!
To celebrate the end of the first trimester, Middle School students who received two or fewer behavior referrals and passed all their classes were given the opportunity to participate in a fun activity for the last 45 minutes of their school day! During this time, students enjoyed a variety of activities, including: playing games in the gym, singing karaoke and dancing with Just Dance, creating artwork, decorating cookies, playing board/card games, watching movies, gaming on Chromebooks or they spent time outdoors beautifying the school. It was a wonderful way to celebrate our Middle School Trojans!
We are excited to share that registration for the 2026 Daughter Dance is now open! All PCS K-6th grade daughters are invited to join us on Saturday, February 14. The event will be held at Plainwell MIddle School from 4:00-6:00 PM (doors open at 3:30 PM for pictures only) and includes a formal digital photo, DJ, selfie station, refreshments, entry into a raffle and a flower. Bypass the registration line at the event and register today by scanning the QR code or by visiting plainwellschools.org/page/youth-programs (cash and check only accepted at the door).
Students in Ms. Flynn’s art classes at Plainwell Middle School have been getting creative by decorating boxes for Meals on Wheels. What a fun and festive art project! Way to go, Trojans!
As a reminder, there is no school from Monday, November 24-Friday, November 28 for Thanksgiving Break. We look forward to welcoming our students back to school on Monday, December 1.
We wish our students, staff and families a wonderful Thanksgiving Break!
The Middle School Counseling department has been busy this fall, focusing on various ways to support students in social, emotional, academic and post-secondary readiness.
6️⃣ Sixth Grade Initiatives: In sixth grade classrooms, the counselors conducted their annual discussions on bullying. After completing these important lessons, students created anti-bullying posters that are now displayed throughout the school.
7️⃣ Seventh Grade Academics: Students engaged in an academic lesson focused on GPA, weighted grades and related topics during their math classes.
8️⃣ Eighth Grade Career Exploration: In eighth grade, counselors have been working closely with students on career exploration and development using Xello. This platform utilizes various assessments to help students discover their career interests, learning styles and personality traits, all designed to prepare them for a successful future.
PLAINWELL EDUCATOR OF THE YEAR! On November 6, Heather Damick, Plainwell Middle School Science Teacher, was honored with the Plainwell Educator of the Year award during the Night of Recognition event organized by the Otsego-Plainwell Area Chamber of Commerce. This event not only acknowledges the exceptional educators in Plainwell and Otsego but also celebrates local businesses and individuals dedicated to enhancing our community. Mrs. Damick was nominated by the Plainwell administrative team and celebrated this achievement alongside the PCS Superintendent, Matthew Montange and Middle School Principal Ben Manting. For a bio about Mrs. Damick, please visit plainwellschools.org/article/2555619. Congratulations Mrs. Damick and thank you for your dedication to PCS - PLAINWELL PRIDE!
Our Holiday Concert season begins this week at the Plainwell Performing Arts Center. Be sure to mark your calendars and join us for these exciting performances featuring our talented student musicians: https://5il.co/3scqb.
Opening night = ✔️ and the cast and crew were amazing! Final show is TONIGHT (11/15) at 7:00 PM - join us as Plainwell Middle School presents "Big Bad". Tickets are $5 for adults and $3 for students at the Old Auditorium at Plainwell High School.
Exciting learning and growth are happening in our 7th and 8th grade ELA classes! 📚 In our 7th grade ELA class, students are diving into the novel “Tuck Everlasting.” 📖 In 8th grade, students are exploring “The Outsiders” and are creating character maps to illustrate the changes characters undergo throughout the story. 📝 Students are expanding their ELA skills in our exciting new creative expression class! Our Middle School ELA classes are expanding their knowledge through reading, improving their writing abilities and developing their communication skills each day.
Enrollment for holiday assistance from Plainwell Volunteer Christmas Project closes tomorrow (11/14). If you live in the PCS District and intend to apply, please do so soon! If you prefer, you can enroll online at https://forms.gle/UM2tMzd47VjfiNwGA.
