Prairie Central CUSD #8

Congratulations to the PCJH Student of the Week, Elias Chrismas! Elias, a 7th grader, was nominated by Mrs. Wenger, who wrote, "Elias is a strong ELA student in my Advanced ELA class. He engages in our daily activities, volunteers regularly to read aloud, and spices up our classroom discussion. Furthermore, Elias demonstrates a remarkable ability to draw meaningful connections between the text and his prior knowledge and experiences. His curiosity extends beyond the walls of our classroom. Elias also does those extra things that I challenge the students to do such as outside creative writing activities. When doing small group activities, Elias takes on a leadership role." Elias aspires to be a writer some day, and is involved in Student Council, Scholastic Bowl, Band, Speech Team, FFA, and Boy Scouts.

Congratulations to Mrs. McCullough for being awarded a $500 Empowering Educators Grant from Eastern Illini Electric Cooperative! With this grant, Mrs. McCullough plans to enhance her digital photography class by purchasing another camera and a speed light, giving students even more opportunities to develop their creative skills. Thank you, Mrs. McCullough, for always going above and beyond to make learning fun and engaging for your students! #ItsAGreatDayToBeAHawk

Our two time state wrestling champion Chloe Hoselton will be getting a firetruck ride/escort to school this morning! They will be leaving the Chenoa fire station at approximately 8 AM and arriving at PCHS at approximately 8:15 AM. Make some noise to celebrate her this morning if you see her on her way! #ItsAGreatDayToBeAHawk

Referendum Fun Fact Friday!

Good luck to IHSA Girls Wrestling State Finalists Chloe Hoselton and Yuri Vilchis!! #ItsAGreatDayToBeAHawk

The Upper Elementary hosted its annual Spelling Bee today. Great job to all the participants from each class. A special shout out to our top three finishers! 3rd Place - Izabel Zimmerman, 2nd Place - Brooklyn Vogan, 3rd Place - McKinley Berkely. Thank you to Mrs. Pick for organizing this special event!

Shout out to 6th grade teacher, Mrs. Lawrence, for being awarded a $500 Empowering Educators grant from the Eastern Illini Electric Cooperative! She wrote the grant to be used to help support the Upper Elementary's upcoming curriculum night. Thank you, Mrs. Lawrence, for going above and beyond to support our staff and students at the Upper Elementary!

Please save the date for Kindergarten Orientation. Only children that are not currently in preschool at Prairie Central will need to come with to be screened.

Admission for tonight's PCHS boys basketball Regional game at Fieldcrest (Minonk) is $7/person, no passes allowed. The Hawks play at 6pm. GO HAWKS!!! #ItsAGreatDayToBeAHawk

Reminder that can opener donations are due to the Junior High by this Friday, February 28!

PC boys basketball defeats Herscher 51-46 to advance to the IHSA Regional Semifinal! The Hawks will play Bishop McNamara at Fieldcrest on Wednesday at 6pm. Go Hawks!! #ItsAGreatDayToBeAHawk

The Junior High Spring Picture Day is coming up on 03/10/2025! You must preorder for your child's photograph to be taken. Online ordering closes at 11:59 p.m. the night before Picture Day. Order here: https://inter-state.com/FlyerEntry/93549TF

PCHS had several participants in this year’s Polar Plunge at Miller Park Lake in Bloomington! The Hawks raised over $7,500 to contribute to the cause for Special Olympics!! #ItsAGreatDayToBeAHawk

Congratulations to the PCJH Athlete of the Week, Brady Carrion! Brady, a 7th grader, was nominated by Coach Webster, who wrote, "Brady comes to wrestling practice and competitions each day ready to work and get better. He works well with his teammates and is always there to cheer them on mat side. He enters post season competition this week with a 24-11 record and is looking for his second regional title of his young career." Brady is also involved in Band, Choir, and Speech Team.

Congratulations to the PCJH Student of the Week, Molly Brown! Molly, a 7th grader, was nominated by Ms. Hamlin, who wrote, "Molly is an absolute delight to have in ELA class. She volunteers to read aloud, answers questions frequently, and initiates assistance to peers. Molly is focused during instruction and puts forth great effort in everything she does. I admire her work ethic. She is a responsible young lady and always willing to accept tasks. She has also demonstrated her ability to be a successful group leader on multiple occasions. I am honored to have the opportunity to work with her and see her smile every school day." Molly is involved in Peer Partners, Softball, and Speech Team.

There will be a PCHS Baseball parent meeting tomorrow, Tuesday, February 25, at 6pm in the PCHS cafeteria. #ItsAGreatDayToBeAHawk

Referendum Fun Fact Friday!

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