During our Veterans Day assembly at PCJH, representatives from the Fairbury and Chenoa VFW presented awards to the Patriot’s Pen Writing Contest winners.
Dale Roach from the Chenoa branch awarded the following students: First place to Chloe Burger; Second Place to Charity Kuntz; and Third Place to Beavers.
Mary Catherine Carter from the Fairbury branch awarded the following students: First place to Josie Gerber; Second Place to Noah Hartman, and Third place to Ellie Brown.
Pictured from left to right are Charity Kuntz, Chloe Burger, and Ellie Beavers.
Pictured from left to right are Noah Hartman, Josie Gerber, and Ellie Brown.
Dale Roach from the Chenoa branch awarded the following students: First place to Chloe Burger; Second Place to Charity Kuntz; and Third Place to Beavers.
Mary Catherine Carter from the Fairbury branch awarded the following students: First place to Josie Gerber; Second Place to Noah Hartman, and Third place to Ellie Brown.
Pictured from left to right are Charity Kuntz, Chloe Burger, and Ellie Beavers.
Pictured from left to right are Noah Hartman, Josie Gerber, and Ellie Brown.
Yesterday, PCJH honored our veterans and recognized the many sacrifices that come with serving our nation. A special thanks to the American Legion’s honor guard, local VFW and Auxiliary VFW, and to Major Kyle Steidinger, who shared with us the importance of each member of a team and the healing powers of ice cream. Above all, PCJH wants to extend our heartfelt thanks for all the veterans. We are deeply grateful for your service.
The girls basketball 4th Annual Bank of Pontiac Turkey Tip-Off hosted at Prairie Central and Pontiac Twp. High School will kick-off on Monday, November 16! Admission will be $5 for adults and $3 for students and senior citizens, NO PASSES ALLOWED. Full schedule attached. Go Hawks!!
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PC Elementary held a Walk of Fame today to honor our veterans. Thank you to our visitors who shared their stories!
Thank You Veterans!
Today we celebrated Veteran's Day at the Upper Elementary with an assembly. We had many Veterans in attendance that joined us for the assembly and breakfast. Thank you to everyone who worked to make this event run so smoothly! Thank you to Emyli Quain for speaking at the assembly and giving us a glimpse into her world as an Air Force Flight Nurse.
Today we celebrated Veteran's Day at the Upper Elementary with an assembly. We had many Veterans in attendance that joined us for the assembly and breakfast. Thank you to everyone who worked to make this event run so smoothly! Thank you to Emyli Quain for speaking at the assembly and giving us a glimpse into her world as an Air Force Flight Nurse.
PC Elementary celebrated Random Attendance Day today!
Prairie Central Upper Elementary is proud to receive an Exemplary Summative Designation for 2026! This marks our fourth consecutive year earning this recognition on The Illinois School Report Card!
This accomplishment is a reflection of the hard work, dedication, and commitment of our teachers, staff, students, and families. We are proud of the work happening each and every day at PCUE!
This accomplishment is a reflection of the hard work, dedication, and commitment of our teachers, staff, students, and families. We are proud of the work happening each and every day at PCUE!
Prairie Central will be honoring Veterans across the district on Wednesday, November 11th! See below for details.
Help PC Cross Country runner and new school record holder, Holden Gerdes, earn The News-Gazette Athlete of the Week! Use the link below to place your vote. Voting ends Thursday at noon.
https://www.news-gazette.com/sports/prep-sports/
https://www.news-gazette.com/sports/prep-sports/
Congratulations to the PCJH Athlete of the Week, Gertrude Mowery!
Gertie, a 7th grader, was nominated by band teacher Mrs. Lackaff, who wrote, "I chose Gertie for student of the week because I want to recognize the exceptional work that she does in band. Gertie plays not one, but TWO instruments! When she began band in 5th grade, she started on trombone. Towards the end of her 6th grade year, she switched to the bassoon, which tends to be a tricky instrument to switch to! She worked extremely hard all spring and summer to be ready to handle the increased difficulty level of junior high music on her new instrument. Listening to her play now, you would never know that she has been playing the bassoon for less than one year. As if that wasn't impressive enough, she also didn't want to lose her fluency on the trombone, so she currently plays bassoon in concert band, trombone in pep band, and is planning to also play trombone in jazz band once that starts next month. Talent aside, Gertie is an incredibly hard worker and is always focused and kind in class. Keep up the great work, Gertie!" Gertie is also involved in Choir, CARES Clowns, Art Guild, and Speech Team.
Gertie, a 7th grader, was nominated by band teacher Mrs. Lackaff, who wrote, "I chose Gertie for student of the week because I want to recognize the exceptional work that she does in band. Gertie plays not one, but TWO instruments! When she began band in 5th grade, she started on trombone. Towards the end of her 6th grade year, she switched to the bassoon, which tends to be a tricky instrument to switch to! She worked extremely hard all spring and summer to be ready to handle the increased difficulty level of junior high music on her new instrument. Listening to her play now, you would never know that she has been playing the bassoon for less than one year. As if that wasn't impressive enough, she also didn't want to lose her fluency on the trombone, so she currently plays bassoon in concert band, trombone in pep band, and is planning to also play trombone in jazz band once that starts next month. Talent aside, Gertie is an incredibly hard worker and is always focused and kind in class. Keep up the great work, Gertie!" Gertie is also involved in Choir, CARES Clowns, Art Guild, and Speech Team.
Congratulations to the PCJH Student of the Week, Makayla Assaf!
Makayla, an 8th grader, was nominated by math teacher Mrs. Stadnik, who wrote, "Makayla is our Student of the Week for demonstrating outstanding leadership in the classroom. She shows kindness and genuine happiness for others, such as congratulating a classmate who received an award rather than feeling jealous. She is always willing to help both her classmates and her teacher. Makayla leads by example through her positive attitude, kindness, and willingness to support others. She is a wonderful role model for her classmates!" Makayla is also involved in Student Council, Speech Team, CARES Clowns, and Cheerleading.
Makayla, an 8th grader, was nominated by math teacher Mrs. Stadnik, who wrote, "Makayla is our Student of the Week for demonstrating outstanding leadership in the classroom. She shows kindness and genuine happiness for others, such as congratulating a classmate who received an award rather than feeling jealous. She is always willing to help both her classmates and her teacher. Makayla leads by example through her positive attitude, kindness, and willingness to support others. She is a wonderful role model for her classmates!" Makayla is also involved in Student Council, Speech Team, CARES Clowns, and Cheerleading.
A reminder from PC Cheer and info attached. Their youth mini-clinic forms are due tomorrow, Nov. 3.
Use the link below to vote for PC Cross Country runner and IHSA Sectional Champion, Holden Gerdes, for the News-Gazette Athlete of the Week!
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Link for voting: https://www.news-gazette.com/sports/prep-sports/
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Link for voting: https://www.news-gazette.com/sports/prep-sports/
Congratulations to the PCJH Athlete of the Week, Brylee Duncan!
Brylee, an 8th grader, was nominated by girls basketball Coach Tremel, who wrote, "She is a hardworking leader with a big heart who is always encouraging her teammates! She brings non stop hustle, strong ball-handling, and an aggressive mindset on both ends of the court. Whether driving to the basket, getting steals, or fighting for every possession, she competes hard and makes a positive impact on the team." Brylee is also involved in softball and FFA.
Brylee, an 8th grader, was nominated by girls basketball Coach Tremel, who wrote, "She is a hardworking leader with a big heart who is always encouraging her teammates! She brings non stop hustle, strong ball-handling, and an aggressive mindset on both ends of the court. Whether driving to the basket, getting steals, or fighting for every possession, she competes hard and makes a positive impact on the team." Brylee is also involved in softball and FFA.
Congratulations to the PCJH Student of the Week, Allison Ramirez-Ibarra!
Allison, a 7th grader, was nominated by math teacher Ms. Weighley, who wrote, "Allison has been a wonderful mathematician by staying on task, participating in class, explaining her thinking, and working well with her peers. She consistently demonstrates integrity, responsibility, and a positive attitude toward learning. I’m proud of the effort and character she shows in math class each day." Allison also plans to participate in volleyball.
Allison, a 7th grader, was nominated by math teacher Ms. Weighley, who wrote, "Allison has been a wonderful mathematician by staying on task, participating in class, explaining her thinking, and working well with her peers. She consistently demonstrates integrity, responsibility, and a positive attitude toward learning. I’m proud of the effort and character she shows in math class each day." Allison also plans to participate in volleyball.
Primary East Annual Trunk-or-Treat parade!
Congratulations to our Primary East October Student of the Month winners!
PCE celebrated Reb Ribbon Week! Our students participated in a poster drawing contest. Their drawing included a way they could make a positive difference in the world! We were highly impressed by all of the participants’ ability to think of ways to make our school, towns, and world a better place.
Here were our winners.
4th Grade
1st place- Nora Zehr
2nd place- Drake Rinkenberger
3rd Grade
1st place- Hadleigh Hedrick
2nd place- Payton Watenpaugh
3rd place- Ruby Bzdusek
2nd Grade
1st place- Taegan Hornbeck
2nd place-Lanie Sancken
3rd place- Grey Hartman
Congratulations to the PCJH students who earned High Honor Roll, Honor Roll, and Perfect Attendance for the First Quarter!
Seventh-grade Social Studies students traveled back to 1692 to investigate the Salem Witch Trials, making it the perfect lesson for spooky season! Students analyzed primary sources from the actual trials and used historical evidence to argue whether their assigned individual was guilty or not guilty.