2024 BOND FOLLOW-UP SURVEY! We’re looking for your input on our facilities planning. We invite your feedback as we seek to understand and plan for how our district will continue to provide the best possible environments for our children’s learning and development. Please take this short survey (5-10 minutes) to provide your feedback on the May 7 bond proposal: surveymonkey.com/r/PCS-bond-followup-survey. The survey will close on Tuesday, June 4 11:45 PM.
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TOP OF THE CLASS: Congratulations to Lily Inquilla on finishing in the top 22 of the Class of 2024!
- Lily’s Graduation Highlights -
University: Columbia University and Trinity College Dublin Dual BA Program
Major: Geoscience and Earth Science
Extra Curricular: Marching Band, NHS, Tri-M, Varsity Dive
Awards and Honors: AP Scholar, Academic All-State Dive, National Rural and Small Town Scholar Recognition, National Hispanic Scholar Recognition
Parents: Kish and Danny Inquilla
Please join us in sharing your congratulations to Lily and the Top of the 2024 Class for their hard work and dedication to their education while at Plainwell Community Schools - Trojan pride!
TOP OF THE CLASS: Congratulations to Gavin Hodapp on finishing in the top 22 of the Class of 2024!
- Gavin’s Graduation Highlights -
University: University of Michigan
Major: Biomedical Science
Extra Curricular: Soccer, NHS, Golf, Red Cross club
Parents: Sarah and Pat Hodapp
Please join us in sharing your congratulations to Gavin and the Top of the 2024 Class for their hard work and dedication to their education while at Plainwell Community Schools - Trojan pride!
Congratulations to the Class of 2024! It was a wonderful evening to honor the PHS graduates. Stay tuned for additional photos and memorable moments from the graduation ceremony. Meanwhile, show your support for these students by sending them well wishes on their special day. PLAINWELL PRIDE! 🎓
TOP OF THE CLASS: Congratulations to Laura Groner on finishing in the top 22 of the Class of 2024!
- Laura’s Graduation Highlights -
University: Michigan State University
Major: Kinesiology
Extra Curricular: Recurve Archery, Plainwell Cross Country, NHS, French Club
Awards and Honors: Ap Scholar, KIA jurors award, Henry Petska art and poetry award
Parents: Heather and Shane Groner
Please join us in sharing your congratulations to Laura and the Top of the 2024 Class for their hard work and dedication to their education while at Plainwell Community Schools - Trojan pride!
As a reminder, there is no school from May 24-27. We look forward to welcoming our students back to school on Tuesday, May 28. Have a great weekend and GO TROJANS!
Congratulations to PHS Senior, Ava Collier, who broke the school record with her vault of 11’ 3” to take 1st place at Regionals. With this vault, Ava broke the 11’ record that year was previously held by PHS Track Coach and Plainwell alumni, April Danneffel. Way to go, Ava - PLAINWELL PRIDE!
TOP OF THE CLASS: Congratulations to Ella Grantham on finishing in the top 22 of the Class of 2024!
- Ella’s Graduation Highlights -
University: Finish 13th year through the early college at Lake Michigan College
Major: Theology
Extra Curricular: Youth group
Awards and Honors: Deans list every semester at Lake Michigan College
Parents: Michael and Jennifer Grantham
Please join us in sharing your congratulations to Ella and the Top of the 2024 Class for their hard work and dedication to their education while at Plainwell Community Schools - Trojan pride!
Join us for the upcoming Summer Tae Kwon Do program to improve coordination, gain strength and increase your flexibility while learning self-defense techniques, taught by Master Huong Tran. The eight week summer session for participants 7 and up runs from June 10-July 29. Classes will be held each Monday at Hicks Gym from 5:30-7:00 PM. Cost is $30/individual/$45 per family. To register, please scan the QR code or visit plainwellschools.org/page/youth-programs.
TOP OF THE CLASS: Congratulations to Jonathan Elliott on finishing in the top 22 of the Class of 2024!
- Jonathan’s Graduation Highlights -
After School Plans: Army
Major: Linguistics
Extra Curricular: Cross Country and Track
Parents: Bill and Kathy Elliott
Please join us in sharing your congratulations to Jonathan and the Top of the 2024 Class for their hard work and dedication to their education while at Plainwell Community Schools - Trojan pride!
TOP OF THE CLASS: Congratulations to Aubrey Carpenter on finishing in the top 22 of the Class of 2024!
- Aubrey’s Graduation Highlights -
University: Western Michigan University
Major: Civil Engineering
Extra Curricular: Volleyball and National Honor Society
Awards and Honors: Academic All-State and Top Honors GPA for all four years
Parent: Deb Carpenter
Please join us in sharing your congratulations to Aubrey and the Top of the 2024 Class for their hard work and dedication to their education while at Plainwell Community Schools - Trojan pride!
More news from the Trojans! The PHS Girls Varsity Soccer team won their first district game tonight against Wayland 7-0! LET’S GO TROJANS! ⚽️💙
Next up, they will play Gull Lake on Tuesday (5/28) at Wayland beginning at 5:00 PM.
Earlier today, the PHS Golf team competed in the Wolverine Conference golf tournament where they took 3rd place. The top scores from the Trojans came from Drew Rayman and Jacob Erdody who both shot a 78 and placed 6th in tournament. Way to go, Trojans - PLAINWELL PRIDE! ⛳️
TOP OF THE CLASS: Congratulations to Isaac Veen on finishing in the top 22 and as the Salutatorian of the Class of 2024!
- Isaac’s Graduation Highlights -
University: University of Michigan
Major: Engineering
Extra Curricular: Cross Country, Track
Awards and Honors: All-Conference Runner, Wolverine Conference Scholarship Athlete
Parents: Kim and Dan Veen
Please join us in sharing your congratulations to Isaac and the Top of the 2024 Class for their hard work and dedication to their education while at Plainwell Community Schools - Trojan pride!
TOP OF THE CLASS: Congratulations to Elizabeth French on finishing in the top 22 and as the Valedictorian of the Class of 2024!
- Elizabeth’s Graduation Highlights -
University: University of Michigan
Major: Undecided
Extra Curricular: Swim, Musical, NHS, PALs, Tri-M, Red Cross Club, Class of 2024 Committee, French Club, Youth Group
Awards and Honors: AP Scholar, National Rural and Small Town Recognition, Choir President, Most-Improved on Swim Team
Parents: Todd and Wendy French
Please join us in sharing your congratulations to Elizabeth and the Top of the 2024 Class for their hard work and dedication to their education while at Plainwell Community Schools - Trojan pride!
Congratulations to PHS Senior, Mason Meert, on signing his letter of intent for soccer at Aquinas College! We are incredibly proud of Mason's athletic achievements while at PHS and wish him all the best next year at Aquinas. From all of us at PCS, congratulations and best wishes to Mason!
Congratulations to the PHS boys 4x200 relay team as they broke the school record last night in Byron Center! The team of Ryan McDaniel, Trent Hansen, Ronald Nunez and Carter Monette broke the 48 year old record by .25 seconds. Congratulations on this outstanding accomplishment - TROJAN PRIDE!
The PHS Multicultural Club had the opportunity to take an end of year trip to Chicago. Students explored cultural diversity and experienced various cultures, providing a learning experience beyond the classroom. They visited the National Museum of Mexican Art, toured the Pilsen Murals, explored Chinatown, enjoyed Navy Pier, and dined at an Asian "Hot pot" restaurant. The students were both overwhelmed and excited to have this opportunity, which allowed them to experience something new.
Congratulations to PHS Senior, Gage Truitt, on signing his letter of intent for soccer at Aquinas College! We are incredibly proud of Gage's athletic achievements while at PHS and wish him all the best next year at Aquinas. From all of us at PCS, congratulations and best wishes to Gage!
The PHS summer blood drive is on Monday, June 10 from 12:00-5:45 PM in the High School Cafeteria. All donors (students, staff, and community members) will receive FREE tickets to Michigan's Adventure/Cedar Point (gift cards also available).
YOU WILL NEED AN APPOINTMENT TO DONATE!! To sign-up, please visit https://www.redcrossblood.org/give.html/drive-results?zipSponsor=PlainwellHS
If you are 16 years old, you will need to complete and bring the following permission form with you to donate: https://www.redcrossblood.org/content/dam/redcrossblood/controlled-documents/Parental-Consent-Blood-Donation-EN.pdf. If you are 17 or older, you do not need a permission form. If you are younger than 16, you are not yet eligible to donate.