It’s National School Resource Officer Day and we couldn’t let the day pass without recognizing our amazing School Resource Officer, Mr. Farris. We are incredibly thankful for all he does for our school and community every day! He goes above and beyond for our students and school community - THANK YOU, Officer Farris!
almost 2 years ago, Plainwell Community Schools
National school resource officer day - thank you - special thanks to our school resource officer, Mr. Farris, for all he does for our district & community!
REMINDER! Attention families of Turtle Elementary and Secondary bus riders, please check your email for an important update regarding your student's bus route tomorrow (February 16). Thank you!
almost 2 years ago, Plainwell Community Schools
plainwell community schools - transportation reminder 2/16 - turtle bus riders
The Plainwell Middle School students had a special visit from Motivational Speaker, Anthony "TJ" Tyus, on Friday. Mr. Tyus is a character development coach, author, educator and personal trainer who provides uplifting speeches and presentations to students, athletes and beyond all over the country. Students learned about his "no excuses philosophy to encourage the hard work it takes to realizing your dream". His training helped our students prepare for their next opportunity. Special thanks to TJ Tyus for visiting PCS to share your story with our 6-8th grade students.
almost 2 years ago, Plainwell Community Schools
picture of three students with presenter at presentation at the performing arts center
Plainwell Middle School held their second all-school party of the year yesterday. Students had a fun afternoon with swimming, crafts, activities, open gym, dancing and snacks. A special thanks to the Parents Group for putting together an awesome event for our Middle School students - the event was a hit!
almost 2 years ago, Plainwell Community Schools
picture of a group of middle school students at their all-school party
Attention families of Turtle Elementary and Secondary bus riders, please check your email for an important update regarding your student's bus route on Thursday, February 16. Thank you!
almost 2 years ago, Plainwell Community Schools
Plainwell community schools - transportation update for 2/16 - turtle bus riders
Do you know someone who has made a difference in our district? We are now accepting nominations for the 2023 Outstanding People for Education Award. For more information or to nominate someone from PCS, please visit https://www.plainwellschools.org/article/996944.
almost 2 years ago, Plainwell Community Schools
nominations requested - outstanding people for education award
The Middle School Honors Choir, 6th grade Band and Directors Mrs. Perrin and Ms. Quillian visited each of our elementary buildings to talk about next year’s music options for our incoming 6th grade students. It was a great experience for our Koalas, Geckos and Rock Starrs!
about 2 years ago, Plainwell Community Schools
picture of 6th grade band playing at Starr elementary
We are less than a week away from the 2023 Daughter Dance! Registration is still open for this special event on Saturday, February 11 from 6-8 pm at Plainwell Middle School for K-6th grade students. Join us for a fun evening at PCS. To register, please visit https://plainwell.revtrak.net/Community-Ed-Rec/. Registration closes at midnight on Friday, February 10.
about 2 years ago, Plainwell Community Schools
daughter dance - Saturday, February 11, 2023 - 6 pm to 8 pm* doors open at 5:30 for pictures only - plainwell middle school
As a reminder, there is no school tomorrow (Friday, February 3). Have a great weekend - GO TROJANS!
about 2 years ago, Plainwell Community Schools
Plainwell community schools - no school reminder - as a reminder, there is no school on Friday, February 3. have a great weekend, Trojans
This afternoon, 6th graders from Plainwell Middle School stayed after school to make Valentines for Vets.  Special thanks to Mrs. Cooley and Mrs. Hegedus for coordinating this special project.
about 2 years ago, Plainwell Community Schools
picture of group of students making valentines for vets
Congratulations to Nancy Doorlag on her retirement from Plainwell Middle School! Thank you for your 17 years of dedication to the Trojan community! Plainwell Pride!
about 2 years ago, Plainwell Community Schools
picture of pms staff member with sign saying thank you Mrs. Doorlag
January is School Board Recognition month and before the month ends, we would like to take a moment to thank our Board of Education for their dedication to our school district. They work tirelessly to provide the best for our staff, students and families; including their hard work with the ongoing bond projects. Pictured here are Andrea Barrows, Julli Bennett, Jill Dunham, Rex Hall, Jr., Mike Hopson, Anthony McNeel and Shannon Zabaldo (also pictured is our former BOE President, Amy Blades) who helped break ground on the new Trojan pool and gymnasium. Thank you to each of our Board members for representing PCS so well - you are greatly appreciated!
about 2 years ago, Plainwell Community Schools
picture of board of education breaking ground at pool and gymnasium
Please note! There is no Open Family Swim at the PCS Pool on Friday, February 3. We apologize for any inconvenience and look forward to welcoming our families back for Open Swim on Friday, February 10.
about 2 years ago, Plainwell Community Schools
Plainwell community schools - open swim update - there is no open family swim on Friday, February 3. We apologize for any inconvenience.
Students in Mr. Herbert’s Tinkering class at Plainwell Middle School invented, built and presented their own board games. It was a great opportunity for the students to show their creativity - awesome job, Trojans!
about 2 years ago, Plainwell Community Schools
picture of middle school student with their board game project
The Plainwell Robotics Club's High School Team "So Many Problems" and their alliance partner, Jenison High School Team "Sinking Slowly", finished first in the Hudsonville VEX Robotics Tournament on Sunday and have qualified to participate in the Michigan VRC High School State Championship Tournament to be held at Kettering University on February 26. The team placed third after the Qualifying Round and captained the 2nd place Alliance. Team members pictured are (L/R) Owen Ferris, Danielle Klein and Sam Bacon. Middle School Teams "The Hackers", "Demoted Rookies" and "B.A.T..T.L.E." finished the Qualifying Round in 6th, 11th and 20th place respectively. Congratulations to everyone.
about 2 years ago, Plainwell Community Schools
picture of phs robotics team
On Thursday, Plainwell Middle School 7th grader Joshua Pembrook played the National Anthem at the PHS JV Basketball game. It was an outstanding performance, way to go Joshua! Plainwell Pride!
about 2 years ago, Plainwell Community Schools
picture of middle school student performing the National anthem  at a basketball game
Due to snow and winter weather conditions, Plainwell Community Schools is closed tomorrow (Friday, January 27). An update regarding the SAFE program will be shared with families that utilize the program in the morning. We wish our students, staff and families a safe snow day!
about 2 years ago, Plainwell Community Schools
Plainwell community schools - school closure - due to snow & winter weather conditions, PCS is closed Friday, January 27
Congratulations to the Plainwell Middle School Girls Basketball teams on their season opening wins yesterday! The 6th grade team traveled to Comstock and 7th and 8th played at home against Edwardsburg. Way to go, Trojans!
about 2 years ago, Plainwell Community Schools
picture of the middle school basketball team in a huddle
We ❤️ our community! Recently, we had a family in need and three local businesses/organizations stepped up to help in a big way. Special thanks to Walmart, Brock's Towing and North Point Church for stepping in to help one of our Trojan families! We are so thankful for the ongoing support from our AMAZING community! Plainwell Pride!
about 2 years ago, Plainwell Community Schools
Plainwell community schools - thank you thank you thank you to our amazing community for supporting PCS
Due to a private event at the PCS Pool, there is no Open Family Swim on Friday, January 27. We look forward to welcoming our families back for Open Swim on Friday, February 3.
about 2 years ago, Plainwell Community Schools
Plainwell community schools - open swim update - due to a private event at the PCS pool, there is no open family swim on Friday, January 27