New bench = ✔️! Throughout the year, buildings in the district have partnered with NexTrex to recycle plastic. For each 1,000 lbs. that are collected, buildings earn a new NexTrex bench and we are excited to share that we have earned our second new bench, which will be delivered to Gilkey Elementary! THANK YOU to our community for your support in achieving this goal! Donations will still be accepted, in hopes that we can earn enough for one more bench this year! Please bring plastic grocery bags that are clean, dry and free of food residue to bins at the front vestibule of the High School, Middle School, Plainwell Corners, PCS Administration Building, Renaissance High School, Cooper, Gilkey & Starr to help support the recycling challenge. Thank you Trojan Community for your ongoing support of this recycling challenge!
10 months ago, Plainwell Community Schools
plainwell community schools - recycling challenge - buildings throughout the district have partnered with nextrec to recycle 1,000 lbs of plastic bags. accepted types of plastic - all plastic must be clean, dry and free of food residue
All four Middle School Choirs received Division I ratings at the MSVMA District Choral Festival and qualified for State Choral Festival! The 8th Grade and Honors Choir will be going on to perform at Hope College in the State Festival in early May. Go Trojans!
10 months ago, Plainwell Community Schools
picture of middle school choir at their state festival
We are excited to share the Plainwell Middle School Students of the Week for March 24-28. We are proud of your hard work and dedication. Way to go, Trojans! - Erica (8th Grade) - Mya (7th Grade) - Avery (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 and Taqueria San Francisco. We greatly appreciate your support of PCS and our students - Today’s Learners, Tomorrow’s Leaders.
10 months ago, Plainwell Community Schools
plainwell middle school - March 24-28 - students of the week - eighth Erica, seventh Mya and sixth Avery
We are excited to share the Plainwell Middle School Students of the Week for March 17-21. We are proud of your hard work and dedication. Way to go, Trojans! - Landon (8th Grade) - Madison (7th Grade) - Londyn (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 and Taqueria San Francisco. We greatly appreciate your support of PCS and our students - Today’s Learners, Tomorrow’s Leaders.
10 months ago, Plainwell Community Schools
plainwell middle school - March 17-21 - students of the week - eighth Landon, seventh Madison and sixth Londyn
We apologize for the inconvenience, but the district’s phone lines are currently down. For assistance, please email your student’s building office or administrator and they will respond as soon as possible.
10 months ago, Plainwell Community Schools
plainwell community schools - district phone lines are currently down
The Rock Starrs had some special visitors for reading month when NJHS students from the Middle School stopped by Starr Elementary and were guest readers - Trojans leading Trojans!
10 months ago, Plainwell Community Schools
picture of a middle school student reading to an elementary classroom
The Trojans explore career opportunities! Last week, students at Plainwell Middle School had the special opportunity to listen to local leaders during two career days. Various community members spoke to classes across the middle school, sharing insights about their professions. This was a valuable and enriching experience for the 6th-8th graders as they begin to consider their future career paths. A very special THANK YOU to all that came to present at the MS, we greatly appreciate your support of Today’s Learners, Tomorrow’s Leaders!
10 months ago, Plainwell Community Schools
picture of presenter during a career day presentation at plainwell middle school
The Middle School Unified Basketball team competed against Otsego today in their final game of the season. The team showcased remarkable defensive skills and made a strong offensive push, but Otsego’s outstanding shooting made for a challenging game. Despite the team’s best efforts, they lost a close game 26-22. Special thanks to the players, along with coaches - Caleb Vanderberg, Rebecca Ruimveld and Madison Johnson - for a great season. GO TROJANS!
10 months ago, Plainwell Community Schools
picture of middle school unified basketball team
ART HOP 2025 - A number of students showcased their artwork during the 2025 Art Hop. Ransom District Library displayed many impressive pieces created by students from K-12. The talent of our incredible Trojan artists shines through all these outstanding pieces of art. Their artwork will remain on display for the next two weeks.
11 months ago, Plainwell Community Schools
wall of student artwork on display at random district library
We are excited to share the Plainwell Middle School Students of the Week for March 10-14. We are proud of your hard work and dedication. Way to go, Trojans! - Alejandro (8th Grade) - Violet (7th Grade) - Chidera (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 and Taqueria San Francisco. We greatly appreciate your support of PCS and our students - Today’s Learners, Tomorrow’s Leaders.
11 months ago, Plainwell Community Schools
plainwell middle school - March 10-14 - students of the week - eighth Alejandro, seventh Violet and sixth Chidera
Attention MIddle School Families! Registration is now open for an upcoming Middle School Springboard Diving Clinic for 6-8th grade novice divers. The goal of this clinic is to concentrate on the mechanics of diving. The sessions will focus on step by step instruction to create better technique. Participants must be able to swim in 12 feet of water and one length of the pool. The clinic is coached by Taylor Seibert and will be held on March 17, 19, 24, 26, 31 and April 2 from 3:00-4:00 PM. Cost is $50 per athlete. Sign-up today (limited to 12 participants) by completing the registration form at visit plainwellschools.org/page/youth-programs or scan the QR code.
11 months ago, Plainwell Community Schools
plainwell middle school - springboard diving clinic - register now QR code
Attention Trojan Families! Have you heard about Michigan’s Summer EBT program: SUN Bucks? SUN Bucks is the new name for their Summer EBT grocery benefit. Eligible families will receive $120 per child to purchase groceries over the summer. Applications are due by April 15, 2025. To learn more, please visit plainwellschools.org/page/food-program-details.
11 months ago, Plainwell Community Schools
SUN bucks - Michigan summer ebt - summer grocery benefits for kids
On February 26 and 27, the 7th and 8th grade bands performed at theMSBOA District 11 Band and Orchestra Festival at Portage Central HS. The students played wonderfully and both groups earned overall Division II “Excellent” ratings and Division I “Superior” rating in sight reading! These students work hard and represented Plainwell with PRIDE! A job well done to our young musicians as well as to the band team (Mrs. Wicklund, Mr. Rushford and Mr. Hepinstall), as well as their student teachers (Mr. Pflieger and Mr. Falk)! 📸 Credit: Mrs. Wicklund and David Stoll
11 months ago, Plainwell Community Schools
picture of middle school band students performing at MSBOA
Attention PCS Families! You are invited to join a webinar from the Parents Against Vaping (PAVe) organization. Scan the QR code to register today to learn the essentials to help kids avoid or quit vaping.
11 months ago, Plainwell Community Schools
PAVe - dangers of vaping - what parents need to know - Tuesday, March 25, 6:00 pm est. Zoom - QR code
LAST CHANCE FOR TICKETS! Reminder - tickets are on sale for the 2025 Mother and Son Hockey Night until March 10 at midnight! Once the ticket link closes on March 10 at 11:59 PM, group tickets will no longer be available for the event. Join us as the Kalamazoo Wings take on the Toledo Walleye in the Annual Green Ice Game on Saturday, March 15 at 7:00 PM. Mothers and sons will enjoy the game, a $5 concession voucher, a free knit hat, a green foam LED stick and a voucher for a free game of bowling at Airway Fun Center! Tickets are available for $17/adults, $14/kids (12 and under). PLEASE NOTE: Children's tickets ($14) will show up once you are on the screen to select your seat. 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 visit plainwellschools.org/page/youth-programs. Tickets are assigned seats, so if you are going with friends or a group, please plan accordingly. We look forward to a wonderful evening at the 2025 Mother and Son Hockey Night!
11 months ago, Plainwell Community Schools
Plainwel community schools - join us for the 2025 PCs k-wings hockey night - online tickets available today - scan me QR code -‘fracking to purchase tickets is March 10 at 11:59 pm
Did you know that Plainwell Community Schools has an app? You can find the latest news, events, alerts, food service menus and more - all in an easy to use and convenient app. Visit your app store and search Plainwell Community Schools to download it today - it’s everything Plainwell...in your pocket.
11 months ago, Plainwell Community Schools
it’s everything plainwell…in your pocket - documents events staff alerts - picture of cell phone
The Middle School Girls Basketball teams wrapped up their season earlier this week. Each team showcased remarkable teamwork and determination throughout the season. In their final game against Otsego, the 8th grade team ended on a high note, securing a strong 27-14 victory, demonstrating the great promise and skill they’ve built over the years. The 7th grade team battled hard but lost 21-41, their effort and perseverance were clear all season long. Although the 6th grade team fell short in their final game with a score of 17-8, they displayed impressive growth and potential. All three teams showed amazing potential and their future seasons are looking bright - GO TROJANS!
11 months ago, Plainwell Community Schools
picture of girls basketball player shooting a basket
We are excited to share the Plainwell Middle School Students of the Week for March 3-7. We are proud of your hard work and dedication. Way to go, Trojans! - Ester (8th Grade) - Gabriella (7th Grade) - Kaden (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 and Taqueria San Francisco. We greatly appreciate your support of PCS and our students - Today’s Learners, Tomorrow’s Leaders.
11 months ago, Plainwell Community Schools
plainwell middle school - March 3-7 - students of the week - eighth Ester, seventh Gabriella and sixth Kaden
🗓️ As a reminder we have two upcoming half days of school: Thursday, March 6 and Friday, March 7 (end of second trimester).
11 months ago, Plainwell Community Schools
PCS reminder - upcoming half days of school - Thursday, March 6 & Friday, March 7 (end of second trimester)
ONLY ONE WEEK LEFT TO PURCHASE TICKETS! Reminder - tickets are on sale for the 2025 Mother and Son Hockey Night until March 10 at midnight! Once the ticket link closes on March 10 at 11:59 PM, group tickets will no longer be available for the event. Join us as the Kalamazoo Wings take on the Toledo Walleye in the Annual Green Ice Game on Saturday, March 15 at 7:00 PM. Mothers and sons will enjoy the game, a $5 concession voucher, a free knit hat, a green foam LED stick and a voucher for a free game of bowling at Airway Fun Center! Tickets are available for $17/adults, $14/kids (12 and under). PLEASE NOTE: Children's tickets ($14) will show up once you are on the screen to select your seat. 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 visit plainwellschools.org/page/youth-programs. Tickets are assigned seats, so if you are going with friends or a group, please plan accordingly. We look forward to a wonderful evening at the 2025 Mother and Son Hockey Night!
11 months ago, Plainwell Community Schools