Prairie Central CUSD #8

On Friday, the Junior High celebrated their first quarterly Hawk-I of the year! The students had a lot of fun with various activities including a bombardment tournament, leaf painting, dam building, and more!

Need plans for lunch or dinner today? Stop by Monical's Pizza in Fairbury and 20% of your bill will be donated to PCE's PTO! Form must be shown at time of purchase.

Good luck to PC volleyball as they take on Olympia in IHSA Regional play tonight at Central Catholic High School starting at 6 PM! #ItsAGreatDayToBeAHawk

PC football will play at Byron at 7 PM on Friday, Nov. 1 for Round 1 of IHSA Playoffs! #ItsAGreatDayToBeAHawk

Congratulations to the PCJH Athlete of the Week, Jaedon Mohr! Jaedon, an 8th grader, was nominated by Mrs. Lackaff, who wrote, "Jaedon joined band in 6th grade and made quick work of catching up to his peers who had an additional year of experience in band. Jaedon is an incredibly determined musician who isn't afraid of a challenge and is willing to put in the work to learn difficult music. He works hard in lessons and rehearsals and brings a level of focus to rehearsals that sets an example for his peers. I am very appreciative of the example he sets and of his terrific playing. Having strong players like Jaedon in our low brass section provides a great foundation for our sound as a band. Thank you for all of your hard work, Jaedon!"

Congratulations to the PCJH Student of the Week, Anthony Rebollo! Anthony, an 8th grader, was nominated by Mrs. Stadnik, who wrote, "Anthony excels at thinking about math in words, graphs and symbols. He attempts to understand whoever is in his group and shows respect inside the classroom."

PC football defeats BCC 20-14 to become playoff eligible!! #ItsAGreatDayToBeAHawk

Upcoming PCJH Winter Sports Parent/Athlete Meetings: Wrestling - Monday, November 4 @ 5:30pm in the JH Library Volleyball - Thursday, November 7 @ 5:30pm in the JH Library

PCJH is a Box Tops for Education school! See below for details.

Congratulations to the PCJH Student of the Week, Nataleigh Runyon! Nataleigh, a 7th grader, was nominated by Ms. Weighley, who wrote, " Nataleigh is a very conscientious student and takes ownership of her learning by coming to see me when she doesn't understand a math concept. Nataleigh participates in classroom discussions and comes to class prepared. Nataleigh's polite and courteous demeanor contribute to why she is a great role model for her peers. When working with a partner or in a group, Nataleigh always does her best and participates with an enthusiastic attitude." Nataleigh is involved in Student Council, Art Guild, Cares Clowns, and Fashion Club. Nataleigh also participates in gymnastics and likes to hang out with her friends and draw. When she grows up, Nataleigh would like to be a movie animator.

Congratulations to the PCJH Athlete of the Week, Keianna Ellis! Keianna, an 8th grader, was nominated by Coach Gradberg, who wrote, "Keianna has a very positive outlook during practice and games. She listens and applies newly taught skills. She always works hard and never hesitates to ask questions. She is very supportive of her teammates and is quick to pick them up with positive words or with a smile. In school, Keianna volunteers in the library and partakes in Peer Partners. She looks forward to being on the volleyball team. Keianna aspires to go to college to be an optometrist."

Good luck to PC boys golfer Easton Friedman who is teeing off at 10:09 AM today at ISU’s Weibring GC for the IHSA Boys Golf State Finals! #ItsAGreatDayToBeAHawk IHSA Illinois High School Association

Upcoming PCHS Winter Sports Parent/Athlete Meetings: Winter Cheer - Monday, Oct. 21, 7pm (PCHS Cafeteria) Girls Basketball - Wednesday, Oct. 23, 5:15pm (PCHS Library) Wrestling - Monday, Oct. 28, 6pm (PCHS Library) Boys Basketball - Wednesday, Oct. 30 5:15pm (PCHS Library) Athletes must have an updated physical prior to participating in an official season practice for all sports! #ItsAGreatDayToBeAHawk

Click the link below to vote for PC football player Hudson Ault for News-Gazette Athlete of the Week! https://www.news-gazette.com/sports/prep-sports/

It’s Senior Night for PC volleyball! Good luck to our lone senior, Meghan Gentry!! #ItsAGreatDayToBeAHawkSenior

Is Christopher Columbus worth celebrating? That was the question Mrs. Lawrence's 6th grade classes have been researching. By analyzing primary/secondary sources, students took action to complete a debate. Who is on trial? Columbus, Columbus' men, Tainos, The System, and the King and Queen of Spain.

Congratulations to Mrs. Edwards, Mrs. Small and Mrs. Decker. They received the Livingston County Retired Teachers Association scholarship award to fund new and innovative projects in their classrooms. Way to go!

Congratulations to the PCJH Athlete of the Week, Albrin Saltzman! Albrin, a 7th grader, was nominated by Coach Razo, who wrote, "Albrin is a member of the 2024 seventh grade girls basketball team. Albrin has been a hard worker in practice. She has shown consistency this season making the effort to learn the game of basketball and to then apply what she has learned. During our first few games, Albrin has been our leading rebounder. Albrin brings enthusiasm to our games and practices and has become a welcomed addition to our program."

Congratulations to the PCJH Student of the Week, Caden Decker! Caden, an 8th grader, was nominated by Mrs. McArdle, who wrote, "I have Caden for both homeroom and 8th grade science. Caden is polite and always willing to lend a helping hand. He works hard and strives to do his best in everything in which he is involved; including FFA and helping out on his family farm. Caden always comes to class prepared not only with materials but also with curiosity and excitement. Caden is a leader during class discussions and isn't afraid to share his thoughts and ideas during our SEL lessons in homeroom or during Science class. Caden is also hilarious! He cracks some of the best jokes and hits me and his classmates with groan-inducing puns. He is truly just an enjoyable young man. I cannot wait to see all that Caden accomplishes in high school and beyond!"

It was a pleasure to recognize the 25th anniversary of PC’s 1999 IHSA Boys Golf State Championship Team!! #ItsAGreatDayToBeAHawk