Plainwell Middle School -

SHARP SHOOTERS BASKETBALL: There is still time to register for the upcoming Sharp Shooters Basketball League for 5-8th grade girls. Games are held on Saturdays, beginning October 22 and the season will end with a tournament on December 10 & 11 for all participants who wish to participate. Team organization and practices (days of the week, location, times) will be announced this month. The cost of $125 and covers gym rental, officials, jerseys and league insurance. Registration is currently open on RevTrak by visiting plainwell.revtrak.net/Community-Ed-Rec/ (closes on 9/16). Please note, this is not a league for AAU or Area All Star Teams.

TEAM BUILDING: It was a great first week at PCS! At the Middle School, the teachers had their students work on several team building activities to help build strong relationships. It’s great to be a Trojan!

As a reminder, we have two upcoming no school days: Friday, September 2 and Monday, September 5. We look forward to welcoming our students back to school on Tuesday, September 6. Have a great weekend!

PCS FOOD SERVICE: Are you interested in sending money for food service? Account balances are available for review or to add money, at any time, using our automated web service by visiting https://plainwell.familyportal.cloud/. If you have not already registered for this service, you will need an active email account and the student ID numbers for each student you intend to register prior to completing the registration process. For more information on PCS' Food Service program, please visit plainwellschools.org/page/food-program-details.

COOPER POWER OUTAGE UPDATE: Due to the continued power outage, Cooper Elementary will be closed today (Tuesday, August 30). This closure includes the Cooper SAFE program. Currently, the power is scheduled to be restored on Wednesday at 3:45 PM. We will continue to provide updates to Cooper families through our normal communication methods. 

COOPER POWER OUTAGE: There is currently a power outage at Cooper Elementary, but the rest of the district is up and running. Cooper Elementary will start with a two hour delay today (8/30) based on the restoration map. If power is not restored by 9:15 AM at Cooper, further communication will be sent to families regarding a building closure. In addition, there is no morning SAFE at Cooper Elementary. The rest of the district will start school with their normal schedule! Have a great day and Go Trojans!

WELCOME BACK: It was a great day at PCS as we welcomed back our students! It was awesome to see our classrooms and hallways filled with laughter from students who were eager to learn. We are looking forward to a great year of learning, Trojans! We’d love to see your back to school pictures! Comment below or email your photos to Elizabeth. Gallagher@plainwellschools.org.

Middle School Families - check out this fun video from Plainwell MS! https://youtu.be/NGV2xLkfJ0g The Middle School staff looks forward to a great year with our 6-8th grade students! Go Trojans!

VARSITY TENNIS: The Varsity Tennis match that was scheduled for today (Monday, August 29) in Edwardsburg has been canceled.

PCS BACK TO SCHOOL: We are excited to welcome the PCS students back to school TOMORROW (Monday, August 29) for a half day! We look forward to seeing our students to begin a great year of learning! Go Trojans!

TAEKWONDO: Join us for our upcoming TaeKwonDo program to improve coordination, gain strength and increase your flexibility while learning self-defense techniques, taught by Master Huong Tran. This program is an excellent means of fitness for anyone, age 7 and up, and is appropriate for kids and adults of all shapes, sizes and fitness levels. - Dates: September 12-November 14 - Times: Monday nights from 5:30-7 pm - Location: PMS cafeteria - Cost: $60/person or $85/family - Registration: Register at plainwell.revtrak.net/Community-Ed-Rec/ (registration deadline is September 30)

MIDDLE SCHOOL WELCOME: Middle School Families, please take a moment to view this special welcome from Plainwell Middle School by visiting https://youtu.be/UysH76Sxj_Y. We look forward to seeing our students on Monday, August 29!

JUNIOR SPIKERS (VOLLEYBALL): Join us for our upcoming Junior Spikers volleyball program for girls in grades 3rd-6th. The goal of Spikers is to experience the sport, understand the rules and have fun! The season ends with a Saturday tournament with Otsego. - Dates: October 20-December 3 - Times: 3rd & 4th Grade Practice from 6-7 PM and 5th & 6th Grade Practice from 6:30-7:30 PM - Cost: $57 - Registration: Register at plainwell.revtrak.net/Community-Ed-Rec/ (registration deadline is September 30)

BACK TO SCHOOL BUS REMINDERS: As we prepare for Back to School on Monday, we wanted to share the following reminders from our transportation department: 1. Bus riders should be out 10 minutes before their pick up time. 2. If you do not have a designated bus stop listed on the transportation route, your student can go to the nearest bus stop to be picked-up. 3. If you had a stop last year and you do not see it listed, please find where it would fall within the route schedule on the first day, bus route updates will be made as needed. 4. Please be aware that stops may be adjusted or updated based on overall ridership for each route. 5. Elementary families: Please note that during the first couple weeks of school as the bus routes get established, the buses usually leave the elementary buildings later than normal for the PM routes, causing students to arrive home later than normal. 6. Families can check their email for 2022/23 back to school transportation information We look forward to welcoming our students back to school on Monday, August 29 (half day). Go Trojans!

PCS APP: Have you downloaded the Plainwell Community Schools app? You can find the latest news, documents, events, staff directory, alerts and food service menus - all in an easy to use and convenient app. Visit your App Store and search Plainwell Community Schools to download it today - It’s everything Plainwell, in your pocket.

BELL SCHEDULE- This years MS bell schedule. Please note the new half day end time.

BACK TO SCHOOL TRANSPORTATION INFORMATION: PCS Families - Please check your email for the 2022/23 Transportation Information. We look forward to welcoming our students back to school on Monday, August 29 (half day). GO TROJANS!

MIDDLE SCHOOL TROJAN GEAR! We are happy to share that the Middle School is offering Trojan gear! Please place your order before the close date, as this is only available for a limited time. Visit https://www.plainwellms.ctoutfit.com/ to order your gear TODAY! Please note that this online store is available for MS families only - all orders will be delivered to the Middle School in bulk within 2 weeks of store closing. Go Trojans!

TROJAN FOOTBALL: Plainwell High School Varsity Football kicks-off their season against Otsego HS this week on Thursday, August 25 at 7 PM (gates open at 6 PM) at Bulldog Stadium. Join us to cheer on the Trojans in their season opening game. Please make note of the following information for game day: - There is currently construction at Otsego by their high school and stadium. Please review the helpful guide (included in the post) of where to go throughout the contest. - Tickets must be purchased digitally, no cash sales. Please visit https://www.otsegops.org/athletics/tickets to purchase your tickets today! - Spectators will enter through the main stadium entrance and will have to go down the east ramp to the track and walk up to the visitor bleachers. GO TROJANS!

TROJAN FOOTBALL: Plainwell High School Varsity Football kicks-off their season against Otsego HS this week on Thursday, August 25 at 7 PM (gates open at 6 PM) at Bulldog Stadium. Join us to cheer on the Trojans in their season opening game. Please make note of the following information for game day: - There is currently construction at Otsego by their high school and stadium. Please review the helpful guide (included in the post) of where to go throughout the contest. - Tickets must be purchased digitally, no cash sales. Please visit https://www.otsegops.org/athletics/tickets to purchase your tickets today! - Spectators will enter through the main stadium entrance and will have to go down the east ramp to the track and walk up to the visitor bleachers. GO TROJANS!