8TH GRADE CELEBRATION: The 8th graders from Plainwell Middle School had a great time at their 8th Grade Celebration last week where they enjoyed various games, an ice cream truck and sharing their memory boards. We wish the Class of 2026 all the best as they transition to High School…but for now, enjoy summer break! ☀️
KINDERGARTEN CELEBRATION: The Rock Starr Kindergartners from Starr Elementary had a great celebration yesterday at their Graduation program! It was great fun seeing the students perform for their family and friends as they completed their first year at PCS!
A very big THANK YOU to Mr. Herbert’s Michigan Exploration Class from the Middle School who built the special “Starr Kindergarten Celebration” banner stand!
We wish these students all the best as they take the leap into first grade next year! Way to go, Rock Starrs! ⭐️
ROCK STARR KICKBALL: The students at Starr Elementary had a lot of fun this afternoon as the fifth graders played against the staff in a kickball game! It was a tough competition, but in the end the staff came out on top! Way to go, Rock Starrs!
GVSU SUMMER WRITING CAMPS AT PLAINWELL: Does your child love to write? An aspiring author, journalist or poet? There are still spots available to join us at PCS for the Lake Michigan Writing Project - Summer Writing Camps for 2022 - https://youtu.be/aYPuVX5A5q8. For one week, your child will have the chance to explore the wonders of writing with some of West Michigan’s finest teachers, right here at Plainwell Community Schools. The writing camp is for students entering grades 4th-7th who are interested in and love writing! Our teachers will inspire creative thinking as the young writers explore various styles and genres of self-expression.
- Dates: June 27-30, 2022
- Time: 8:30 am—12:30 pm
- Location: Starr Elementary Media Center (601 School Drive, Plainwell)
- Cost: $150 per child (snack will be provided). Scholarships are available; please contact GVSU.
For more information or to register your student, please visit: hhttps://www.gvsu.edu/lmwp/summer-writing-camps-2022-29.htm.
We look forward to a wonderful week of summer writing!
COOPER KINDERGARTNERS: The Kindergartners from Cooper Elementary had an outstanding End of the Year program earlier this week! Great job to all of the students on a wonderful first year at Cooper and an awesome program! Way to go, Koalas!
TROJAN STRENGTH CAMP: PHS 9-12 graders, join Chris Taylor (varsity football, baseball coach) at the Plainwell High School Weight Room for a Trojan Strength Camp from June 14-August 4 on Tuesdays, Wednesdays & Thursdays.
Fee: $60.00 (21 workouts, 7 weeks).
Limit: 24 per session.
For more information, specific dates or to register, please visit: https://5il.co/1baxu.
OUTSTANDING PEOPLE FOR EDUCATION: Earlier this week, the Allegan County School Board Association held their annual awards dinner where Christine Beach, Sue Gower and Kaley Shook were presented with the 2022 Outstanding People for Education award! Congratulations to these three exceptional PCS staff members for their endless dedication to our school district! Plainwell Pride!
MICHIGAN EXPLORATION CLASS: Students from Mr. Herbert’s Michigan Exploration class took a field trip to the Allegan Event Center earlier this week. Each trimester this class takes a field trip that showcases what Michigan has to offer: 1st trimester students went kayaking, 2nd trimester they went skiing/snowboarding and 3rd trimester they went to the Allegan Event Center. It has been a great experience for the students to see all that our amazing state has to offer!
KOALAS TRIP TO THE LIBRARY: Cooper Elementary’s 2nd grade students took a mini field trip to Ransom District Library to hear about their Summer Reading Program. They ended the trip out with a stop at Plainwell Ice Cream for a special treat.
BECOME AN OFFICIAL: Will you help? High school officials are urgently needed in all sports, from swimming and softball to wrestling and volleyball. Become an official and help students in our community play on! For more information about the National Federation of State High School Associations, please visit NFHS.org.
FIRST GRADE FIELD TRIP: The first graders from Starr Elementary had a great field trip to Boulder Ridge Wild Animal Park where they were able to explore and meet several animals. What a fun day for these Rock Starr students!
MIDDLE SCHOOL CHOIR: Last night, the Middle School held a wonderful all choirs concert! The students and directors did an amazing job during the performance - Plainwell Pride! 🎶
GILKEY GARDENING: The Gilkey Geckos have been busy this week beautifying their back circle drive. They have been planting flowers that were generously donated by John Gernaat Greenhouse. Way to go, Geckos!
TROJAN VARSITY SOCCER: Best of luck to the PHS Girls Varsity Soccer team who will be competing in the District Finals on Friday, June 3! The team will be playing at Zeeland East High School beginning at 6:00 PM.
Need tickets? Tickets are available for $7 each and must be purchased ONLINE ONLY. No cash accepted at the door! To purchase tickets, please visit:
https://gofan.co/app/events/617533?schoolId=MI10180.
7-12 GRADE VOLLEYBALL CLINIC: Join us at PHS for a volleyball clinic on June 4 run by Way Out West Volleyball for grades 7-12.
- High School Session: 8:30-11 AM
- Middle School Session: 11:15 AM-1:45 PM
Cost is $10 per player. To register, please complete the registration at: https://forms.gle/4WfVwjWnFcErrxzg8.
STARR FIELD TRIP: The 5th grade classes from Starr Elementary went to Battle Creek Outdoor Education Center in Clear Lake last week where they enjoyed various activities - rock climbing, collecting/studying/classifying macro-invertebrates and map-reading/building shelters. It was a great time with lots of team-building for the students. What a great experience for these Rock Starrs!
MUSICAL REVUE 2022: Join us tomorrow (Wednesday, June 1) at 7 PM as the Plainwell High School Choirs' Present Musical Revue 2022: A Tribute to Stephen Sondheim. Enjoy 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!
MEMORIAL DAY: Today we remember and honor those who selflessly served our country - THANK YOU for your service and dedication! 🇺🇸
CLASS OF 2022 GRADUATION: It's been 24 hours since the Class of 2022 graduation and we are still excited about this awesome night celebrating our seniors. The weather provided a perfect evening at Streidl Field to honor our Class of 2022 at their commencement ceremony. We are incredibly proud of the graduating class for all of the hard work and dedication to their education during their time at PHS! Thank you for allowing Plainwell Community Schools to be a part of your educational journey - Trojan Pride!
VARSITY BASEBALL: The varsity baseball game at Edwardsburg that was scheduled for today (Friday, May 27) has been canceled.
