PC staff celebrated the "heat wave" today by dressing in Hawaiian attire! Board members Ben Stoller, Brian Plenert and Dana Kafer, superintendent Paula Crane, and curriculum directors Dr. Jenifer McGowan and Brian Quam passed out hawaiian trail mix, hawaiian punch and leis staff this morning. It's a great day to be a Hawk!
We have some budding artists and writers in kindergarten.
PCE students enjoyed a fun assembly today with The NED Show! We learned how to have a Mindset Mission and the power of YET!
West Parents...preschool screenings are coming up soon for children 2.5 - 5 years old. Make sure you call Mrs. Penny at 815-945-2971 to schedule your child's preschool screening. This is our main screening before school starts in August! If your child was screened and you didn't send them to preschool, or they are on the wait list, you do not need to schedule another screening unless you have concerns that have come up since we last screened your child. Mrs. Fuhr will send out letters in May for Fall 24 preschool.
East screening openings will start next week!
See attached for the PCHS athletic schedule for the remainder of the week, including the addition of JV/V boys basketball at PCHS on Saturday, Jan. 27 at 5:30pm.
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The PCHS JV/Varsity boys basketball games vs Monticello scheduled for tonight, Tuesday, January 23, have been postponed for a later date TBD.
All Prairie Central schools will be closed tomorrow, Tuesday January 23rd due to unsafe secondary road conditions. Information regarding evening activities will be released as the day progresses.
Congratulations to last month's PCHS Athletes of the Month, Ayden Mackey and Klaire King!
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Due to the poor road conditions, ALL PCHS extra-curricular activities have been CANCELED for today, Monday, January 22, 2024. This includes all practices/open gyms and games scheduled for today. Stay safe and enjoy your day off.
All Prairie Central schools will be closed today, January 22, 2024, due to the prediction of accumulating ice. Information regarding night activities will be posted as these decisions are made.
The JH Volleyball game scheduled for tonight, January 22 against St Mary's has been CANCELLED.
Congratulations to the PCJH Athlete of the Week, Collin Kilgus!
Collin is a 14-year-old 8th grader from Fairbury, and is the son of Matt and Jenna Kilgus. Collin was nominated by Wrestling Coach Webster, who wrote, "Collin placed 2nd in his 29 man bracket with a 3-1 record, 3 pins and lost 4-3 in the finals to a state ranked opponent, at the Bloomington JH Tournament on Jan. 6 . Collin has shown hard work and great leadership all year long in the wrestling room as well as the classroom." Collin is also involved in football and FFA.
Congratulations to the PCJH Student of the Week, Ariel Valdez!
Ariel is a 13-year-old 8th grader from Forrest, and is the son of Ignacio and Cynthia Valdez. Ariel was nominated by Ms. Schmidt, who wrote, "Ariel has been friendly, kind, and helpful to students and teachers. He always has a smile and is personable. He is a great example of what a Prairie Central student should be." Ariel also enjoys running and is involved in the soccer league.
With the cold and snow we have been inside for recess. Primary East First graders were getting very creative with our inside recess toys.
Congratulations to Shane OBrien on being selected as the Upper Elementary's student of the week. Shane is a 5th grader in Mrs. McBride's class. He is a brilliant student and great citizen. We can count on Shane to spark class discussions with a genuine love for learning. Shane is also a great athlete who plays soccer outside of school. Keep up the great work, Shane!
If you are getting tired of being cooped up and looking for something to do tonight, the PCHS JV/Varsity boys basketball games vs SJO scheduled for tonight, Tuesday, January 16 are still on as scheduled. JV starting at 5:30pm, followed by varsity. The heat is on in the gym, come out and support the Hawks!
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The PCHS wrestling meet at Streator for tomorrow, Tuesday, January 16, has been CANCELED. There will not be a makeup date for this meet.
All Prairie Central schools are closed tomorrow, January 16th due to dangerously low wind chills. All morning activities are canceled. Watch our website for more information on night activities as the day progresses.
The PCHS JV/V girls basketball games at Monticello and Freshman boys basketball home game vs Rantoul have been CANCELED for today, Monday, January 15, due to travel concerns with the low temperatures. Dates for reschedule will be passed along once they are set.
The Illini Prairie Conference wrestling tournament has been rescheduled for Wednesday, January 17 at 4:30pm at Tolono Unity.