There was so much holiday fun throughout the district last week. From special dress up days, to celebrations, to lots of fun and games, our students were excited to show their holiday spirit before Winter Holiday Break. We ❤️ all the joy and smiles that the holiday season brings to our students!
MERRY CHRISTMAS! Wishing the PCS staff, students, families and Trojan community a joyful holiday season filled with fun and happy memories!
💙📣 Cheer Fest 2024 📣💙 PCS Cheer had strong performances from all their teams at the Cheer Fest this past weekend. The Plainwell Fourth and Fifth grade Exhibition team, as well as the Middle School teams had strong performances during the competition. The Plainwell JV and Varsity teams both took first place! Fantastic job Trojan Cheer!
As a reminder, our Winter Holiday Break is from December 23-January 3. We wish the Trojan community a happy holiday break. We look forward to welcoming our students back to school on Monday, January 6. From all of us at PCS - Happy Holidays!
Swim Practice Reminders! There is no 10 & under and 11-12 TAC practice tonight (Thursday, December 19). The Middle School Swim & Dive team has practice at their regular scheduled times (6:00-7:00 PM). Please check your email and the website for practice changes and Winter Break schedules.
We are just two days away from showtime and there are only 70 tickets remaining for the 2024 Winter Musicale Concert! Get your tickets today to join us for this annual Band and Choir Holiday Concert on Thursday, December 19 at 7 PM at the Plainwell Performing Arts Center. To purchase tickets, please visit plainwellschools.ludus.com.
Ms. Wright's fifth-grade students at Cooper celebrated a compliment party after earning 10 compliments as a class for their positive behavior from various staff members. To mark the occasion, they enjoyed a class read-in! Students were encouraged to wear comfy clothes or pajamas and to bring pillows and blankets, allowing everyone to relax and read for an hour by the "fire.”
The Plainwell Robotics Club (PRC) had four teams participating in tournaments this weekend. Two from the Elementary and two from the Middle School.
ELEMENTARY HIGHLIGHTS:
The Gear Slayerz from Cooper Elementary and the Girls with Gears from Starr Elementary joined 38 other elementary and middle school teams in Grand Ledge. It was the first ever Robotics Tournament for half of our 4th and 5th grade students and their coaches. Congratulations to both teams:
- The Gear Slayerz team members (pictured) are Alex, Noah and Carter. Their coaches are Bryan Gruizenga and Justin Palme.
- The Girls with Gear team members are Bridgett, Riley, Lyla and Eleanor. They are coached by Sarah Orr and Nicole Moore.
MIDDLE SCHOOL HIGHLIGHTS:
Meanwhile, two PRC Middle School teams traveled to Allendale for their event. Team Tech Titans placed 12th of 35 teams after the qualifying rounds and captained the 8th place alliance in the final rounds. Team Gear Gremlins placed 27th after the qualifying rounds and captained the 15th place alliance. Both teams lost in the Round of Sixteen.
- The Tech Titans team members are AJ, Liam, Logan and Isaac. They are coached by Brooke and Matt Billheimer.
- The Gear Gremlins team members (pictured) are Lydia, Mia and Aubrey. The team is coached by Julie Williams and Matt Warren.
‼️ Field House Progress Update! ‼️ Many interior projects have been successfully completed and we are SO CLOSE to welcoming the Trojan community to the new pool and gymnasium!
☑️ The pool tiles and blocks are installed, and the pool is now filled!
☑️ The gymnasium floor is finished, and the bleachers are installed.
As the facility receives its final touches, we eagerly anticipate watching the Trojans compete in the new Field House in early 2025! Once we receive final approval, our teams will start practicing in the new space, and we aim to host the first athletic event by mid-January. Stay tuned for details about the Grand Opening Ceremony soon!
Our continued thanks to the Plainwell community for supporting the 2019 bond proposal! We look forward to welcoming our students, families and community to the new Field House soon! GO TROJANS!
Holiday traditions are so much fun! The atmosphere was filled with joy at Gilkey, Cooper and Starr Elementary Schools as the Middle and High School Choirs performed for students during their annual holiday caroling tour across the district. This cherished event features a mix of beloved holiday classics along with some new favorites. It remains a highlight for all the students and staff involved, with smiles that are truly priceless!
Due to winter weather and continued difficult travel conditions, all afternoon and evening activities are canceled today (Thursday, December 12). This includes all events, games, concerts and practices district-wide. Stay safe and have a great day, Trojans!
Due to winter weather and difficult travel conditions, Plainwell Community Schools will be closed tomorrow (Thursday, December 12). This closure includes the SAFE and ECEC programs. We wish our students, staff and families a safe snow day!
The Cooper Koalas kicked-off the week of holiday performances at the Plainwell Performing Arts Center. Last night, Cooper Elementary's Young 5, Kindergarten, 1st and 2nd grade classes performed at their "In My Snowman Era" Holiday Concert. It was an outstanding show filled with festive songs and lots of holiday fun! Great job, Koalas!
Were you unable to attend? You can watch their entire performance on the Plainwell Performing Arts Facebook page.
Registration is open for our upcoming Love and Logic Parenting Class! The class is available to any PCS family (present or future) on Saturday, February 15 from 8:00 AM-12:00 PM at the Plainwell Performing Arts Center. Cost is $10 (per workbook). Registration closes on January 31, register today by visiting plainwellschools.org/page/youth-programs. Please note that childcare is not provided during the event.
We are excited to share that registration for the 2025 Daughter Dance is open! Join us on Saturday, February 8 for an evening of fun for PCS K-6th grade daughters. Event will be held at Plainwell MIddle School from 6:00-8:00 PM (doors open at 5:30 PM for pictures only) and includes a formal digital photo, DJ, selfie station, refreshments, raffle and a flower. Cost is $30 per couple ($10 each additional daughter).
Bypass the registration line at the event and register today by visiting plainwellschools.org/page/youth-programs (cash and check only accepted at the door).
Due to snow and continued difficult travel conditions, all afternoon and evening activities are canceled today (Thursday, December 5). This includes all events, practices and evening activities. Stay safe and have a great day, Trojans!
Due to snow and winter weather conditions, Plainwell Community Schools will be closed tomorrow (Thursday, December 5). This closure includes the SAFE and ECEC programs. We wish our students, staff and families a safe snow day!
Evening Activities Cancellation Alert - 12/4! Due to the impending winter storm, all evening activities and practices will be canceled after 6:30 PM tonight (Wednesday, December 4). This includes all athletic events and practices, as well as the Middle School Choir Concert. Stay safe and have a great evening!
We are excited to share that registration is open for our upcoming Winter Trojan Aquatic Club program. TAC is a competitive swim team for PCS youth ages 6-18. Program will run from December 16-February 15. Cost is $100 per athlete. For more information, practice/meet dates and times or to register, please scan the QR code or visit plainwellschools.org/page/tac.
We are grateful for our students, staff, families and community! Thank you for your ongoing support of PCS! Wishing you a fantastic Thanksgiving Day and a joyful remainder of your break! HAPPY THANKSGIVING & GO TROJANS!
