We are getting ready to begin another great year of learning and growing at Plainwell Community Schools. We look forward to welcoming our students and staff back in the buildings to begin the 2024/25 school year on Monday, August 26 (half day). Here are some important dates to note, with some back to school events beginning this week.
For more back to school information, please visit plainwellschools.org/page/back-to-school. We can’t wait to see you soon, Trojans!
Attention PHS Trojans! Please take a few minutes to view this Introductory Letter from new PHS Principal, Marvin Taylor. Please visit plainwellschools.org/o/phs/article/1702843 to view the letter. GO TROJANS!
TROJAN ATHLETIC REMINDER! We are excited to kick-off Fall Sports on Monday, August 12! Have you completed your athletic physical and uploaded the documentation to your FinalForms account? To participate in PCS athletics, you MUST have a physical form on file in your FinalForms account. For an athletic tryout and practice schedule for next week, please visit https://5il.co/2t6fc.
For more information from Trojan Athletics, please visit phstrojans.com. If you have any questions, please contact the Athletic Department Office at 269-685-2096. GO TROJANS!
We are happy to announce that Mr. Marvin Taylor has been selected as our new principal for Plainwell High School. Mr. Taylor comes to us with a wide variety of experiences, including many years as an administrator and educator, and he is excited to join our team. Mr. Taylor brings a positive attitude, strong communication and administrative skills, is relationship focused, and is eager to learn about Plainwell High School students and families. High School families can expect a direct communication from Mr. Taylor regarding opportunities to meet and interact with him soon. Congratulations Mr. Taylor, welcome to Plainwell.
Tonight's dinner plan = ✔️! Join us at Culver’s tonight (8/5) between 5-8 PM for a benefit dinner in support of the Savage family. If you can't make it tonight, please save the date for another chance to support this PCS family:
Pasta Dinner at Plainwell HS Cafeteria on Monday, August 12 from 5-8 PM
This summer, the PCS Operations Department hired six talented PHS students to help provide support for their projects. These students have been responsible for landscaping, mowing and general labor tasks. Their dedication and hard work are already proving to be invaluable, contributing to the efficiency of completing summer projects for the Operations Department. Check out these pictures to see them in action!
REMINDER! Come out for an evening of family fun and show your support for the Savage family today (Friday, July 26) from 4-6 PM at Gilkey Elementary. Pack a picnic and a towel for a fire truck cool-down. Families can explore the nature trail, playgrounds, Bookin’ Bus, play kickball and much more! Lemonade, bake sale treats and make-and-take crafts available for purchase – all proceeds will go towards helping the Savage family!
We are excited to share the 2024/25 School Year Calendar and UPDATED Highlights with you. It is very important to note that there have been a few changes made to the calendar highlight document since it was originally shared this spring. To review and print the full calendar, please visit https://5il.co/2s40j. We look forward to a great school year with Today's Learners & Tomorrow's Leaders beginning Monday, August 26 (half day). GO TROJANS!
EXTENDED THIS YEAR! We are excited to share that the Michigan School Meals program was signed into law, allowing all public school students, Pre-K through 12th grade, to eat breakfast and lunch FREE for the 2024/25 school year! To participate, we highly encourage ALL families to complete the free & reduced application. For more information or to apply, please visit https://www.plainwellschools.org/page/food-program-details.
Dinner tonight ✔️! Come out to Pizza Hut tonight (7/24) from 5-9 PM for a benefit dinner supporting the Savage family.
If you are unable to join us tonight, please mark your calendar for these other opportunities to support this PCS family:
- Picnic and Play at Gilkey Elementary on Friday, July 26 from 4-6 PM
- M89 Culver’s on Monday, August 5 from 5-9 PM
- Pasta Dinner at Plainwell HS Cafeteria on Monday, August 12 from 5-8 PM
Registration is still open for the 2024 Plainwell Football Golf Outing on Saturday, August 3. The event will be held at Lake Doster Golf Club. To register, please scan the QR code or visit https://plainwell.revtrak.net/high-school/summer-camp/hs-football-camps/#/v/football-golf-outing-fundraiser.
Registration is still open for our upcoming Trojan Football Summer Camps. Three camps are available - PHS Late Summer Camp, Middle School Camp and Rocket/Flag Camp.
To register, please visit plainwellschools.org/page/youth-programs. We look forward to a great summer of Trojan football!
As we go through our spring sports recap, let’s shine the spotlight on the Tennis team! The 2024 season served as a foundational period, offering numerous growth opportunities as the team tackled obstacles, secured victories, and built confidence for the future. Here are some highlights from the season:
- The singles lineup consisted of 9th and 10th graders.
- A doubles flight was held down by two first-year varsity players, including a freshman.
- Despite being a youthful team, they showed progress throughout the season with individual and team triumphs.
Congratulations to the Trojan Tennis team - PLAINWELL PRIDE! 🎾
Plainwell High School’s Alps and Mediterranean Tour is complete. A total of 42 Plainwell teachers, students and families embarked on a journey through Switzerland, Italy, Monaco, France and Spain. They enjoyed fondue in the Alps, explored Cinque Terre in Italy by train, stopped for a lunch break in Monaco, toured Pont du Gard and Nimes in Provence, followed by biking, enjoying tapas and witnessing a flamenco show in Barcelona. This experience was truly remarkable for the Trojans!
Attention PCS Families! Please check your email for an important update from the PCS Transportation Department regarding the new BusRight parent app. Thank you and GO TROJANS!
Plainwell Community Schools is mourning the tragic loss of Mason Savage, a PHS student, and his father, Dan Savage, after their family experienced a serious car accident. Three other family members, including two PCS students, are currently hospitalized. Our love, prayers, and support go out to the Savage family during this difficult time.
School and community professionals are working together at Plainwell Community Schools to provide counseling services for students and faculty affected by this loss. Counselors and social workers will be available in the Middle School ESC (library) from 10:00 AM-12:00 PM on Tuesday, July 9.
If you are interested in helping the family you can provide support by participating in multiple fundraising events put together by local families and district personnel.
- Plainwell Pizza Hut - July 24, 5-9 PM
- M89 Culver’s - August 5, 5-9 PM
- Pasta Dinner at Plainwell HS Cafeteria - August 12, 5-8 PM
More highlights from PHS Varsity Spring Sports! The PHS Softball team had a great season, as the program continues to learn and grow. The team showed great improvement in each game throughout the season, including their best performance against Vicksburg in the first round of districts where they concluded their season. Post season awards went to Olivia Perrin and Madison Seibert who earned honorable mention. Olivia, Madison and the PHS Softball team worked hard showing dedication and grit throughout the entire season - PLAINWELL PRIDE!
As we continue to highlight our spring sports, we would like to take a moment to recognize the PHS Girls Soccer team who had an outstanding season! The team won the Wolverine Conference after an exceptional season! They went on to compete strongly in Districts, making it to the Semi-Finals. In addition, PHS Varsity Soccer Coach, Garry Snyder, received WC Girls Soccer Coach of the Year! Congratulations on a great soccer season, Trojans! ⚽️
Due to maintenance, Open Swim at the PCS Pool is canceled this evening Friday, June 28.
As we continue to highlight our spring sports, we would like to recognize the PHS Golf team for their accomplishments! They ended the season at the Wolverine Conference Golf Tournament where they took third place. In addition, PHS sophomore Drew Rayman competed at the Regional Golf Tournament where he shot an impressive 75 securing a spot in the MHSAA State Finals. TROJAN PRIDE!
