Prairie Central CUSD #8

PCJH Student Council is collecting new can openers to distribute to the area food pantries. The food pantries will be able to ensure all families have the means to access their canned goods. The homeroom which collects the most can openers by Friday, February 28th will win a pizza party.

FCCLA week came to an end in the best way! Hawk Pals was a success with many Valentine’s Day minute to win it games (marshmallow toss, heart candy/chopstick game, puzzles, and more) and of course a Valentine’s Day trivia! Lastly they made cards for the nursing home! The kids had a blast. Shout out to Mrs Creek for planning this fun day!” #ItsAGreatDayToBeAHawk

There will be a PCHS Softball Parent Meeting this Wednesday, Feb. 19 at 5:30pm in the PCHS Library. #ItsAGreatDayToBeAHawk

7th grade science students learned how to extract strawberry DNA from our friends at the University of Illinois—Extension! Students examined their extractions under a microscope before taking them home - reinforcing our unit on Cell Structure and the role DNA plays in all living things.

PC boys basketball will begin IHSA Regional play at home on Monday, Feb. 24 at 6:30pm vs Herscher at Prairie Central High School. IHSA admission for this game will be $6/person, No Passes Allowed. Good luck Hawks! #ItsAGreatDayToBeAHawk

Congratulations to PCHS Students of the Month: Trey Sage, Andrew Patino, Alayna Nelson, Aiden Tipton, Elliana Jonsson, Lanier Welborn, Blake Johnson, Natalie Stoller, Lily Schaffer, Ellie Curl, Jaxson Chambers! #ItsAGreatDayToBeAHawk

Congratulations to the PCJH Athlete of the Week, Ethan Bartlett! Ethan, a 7th grader, was nominated by Mrs. Lackaff, who wrote, "Ethan is a 7th grade member of our PCJH Band. When he joined band in 5th grade, he started on the baritone. Towards the end of 6th grade, he switched to the tuba, which is what he currently plays in band. Ethan is an all-around outstanding musician. He has worked so hard on the tuba to get caught back up after switching to a new instrument. His dedication not only to his own musicianship, but to his incredibly important role in our band, is outstanding. Even once he can play every note and rhythm in his part, he is constantly searching for ways to improve; asking questions like: Am I playing loud enough here? Am I in tune? Was my tempo steady? He truly cares about making our band the best that we can be. Ethan is also the first one to step up when I need help with things like moving equipment and stacking chairs and stands. I am incredibly proud of the musician that Ethan is becoming and can't wait to watch him continue to improve throughout his time in the PC band program! Thank you for all of your hard work, Ethan!" Ethan is also involved in choir, art guild, and basketball.

Congratulations to the PCJH Student of the Week, Karmyn Folk! Karmyn, an 8th grader, was nominated by Mrs. Markley, who wrote, "I've really enjoyed having Karmyn in class over the past couple of years. I've seen so much growth in her, not only academically, but as a person as well. She is an excellent math student and brings a positive and exciting vibe to the classroom, and she's a wonderfully supportive peer to her classmates. Karmyn is sweet and trustworthy, and she is always willing to help out in class however she can. I'm proud of her for ambitiously starting a Fashion Club at the Jr. High this year; she is a leader at heart. I'm excited to see where life takes her!" Karmyn is also involved in Choir.

Check out the Hawks at LACC! #ItsAGreatDayToBeAHawk

Referendum Fun Fact Friday!

Congratulations to PCHS Athletes of the Month, Ella Farrell and Luke Ifft! #ItsAGreatDayToBeAHawk

All Prairie Central Schools are released one hour early today, February 12, 2025.

There were lots of little Hawks ballers in the gym tonight as we recognized the Upward Youth Basketball players! #ItsAGreatDayToBeAHawk

PC girls basketball will begin IHSA Regional play on Saturday, Feb. 15 at 2pm vs Herscher at Prairie Central High School. IHSA admission for this game will be $6/person, No Passes Allowed. Good luck Hawks! #ItsAGreatDayToBeAHawk

We will be recognizing the Upward Youth Basketball players at halftime of tonight's PCHS varsity boys basketball game. Come out and show your support for our current and future Hawks basketball players! #ItsAGreatDayToBeAHawk

Congratulations to Elliana Jonsson for earning a spot in the 2025 Illinois All-State Honor Band! Elliana, a trombonist, is Prairie Central’s first All-State participant since 2017 and the first band member to achieve this honor since 2012. Way to go Elliana, we are proud of you! #ItsAGreatDayToBeAHawk

PC Preschool Screenings are being postponed to March 12th and 13th. Phone calls will be made. If you were scheduled to go February 12th, your day will be March 12th. The same for February 13th, your day will be March 13th.

Congratulations to the PCJH Athlete of the Week, Marisa Schramm! Marisa, an 8th grader, was nominated by Coach Brown, who wrote, "Marisa is a great leader in volleyball. She continues to show growth in her skills while learning a new position this year. She is able to roll with all the punches life throws at her with maturity beyond her years. She is a player you can always count on." Marisa is involved in Band, softball, basketball, FFA, track, and elite volleyball. She wants to be in the Air Force when she is older. Her favorite memory of volleyball is our Pink Out game when we won for her mom!"

Congratulations to the PCJH Student of the Week, Mia Vazquez! Mia, an 8th grader, was nominated by Ms. Seeman, who wrote, "Mia always comes to class prepared, participates actively, and encourages classmates with kindness and respect. One of the things that stands out about Mia is her ability to lead by example. Whether it’s helping a peer understand a concept, contributing thoughtful insights during discussions, or showing her work ethic in challenging tasks, Mia demonstrates qualities of a true role model. A fun fact about Mia is that she is a wonderful, talented artist!" Mia is also involved in FFA, Choir, and Fashion Club.

Below is the link for purchasing tickets for Saturday's girls wrestling IHSA Sectional at Highland High School. Good luck to our PCHS girls wrestlers! https://gofan.co/app/school/IHSA?activity=Wrestling