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Congratulations to PCHS teacher Amanda Williams on being selected as the B104 Feature Teacher of the Week!!
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Mrs. Vogel's 8th grade ELA students introduced themselves in an "I am poem".
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Did you know human eyeballs and egg whites contain a high amount of proteins? When exposed to certain chemicals, they will react in the same way! Today, in Ms. McArdle's science class, 8th graders experienced what might happen to their beautiful eyes if they don't wear their safety goggles around even seemingly harmless substances!
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Just a reminder, today is picture day at PCHS!
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Don't miss the PC vs Pontiac football Rivalry Game this Friday at 7 PM at Pontiac High School, sponsored by the Bank of Pontiac!
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The PCHS boys golf, girls golf, and JV football games have all been CANCELED for today, Monday, August 29.
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Eighth grade archaeologists explored historical artifacts in Mrs. Kratochvil’s classroom today. They described appearances, investigated relations to American history, and shared with the class. We’re now ready to embark on the journey of our story…the his-“story” of U.S.!
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PCJH had a wonderful first week! Students were greeted the first day of school by some sidewalk art, courtesy of Student Council. #ItsAGreatDayToBeAHawk
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PCHS is looking for a volunteer willing to run the clock for the home Freshman football games on Thursday, Sept. 1, 15, 29, and Oct. 13. All games start at 6PM. Contact Athletic Director Austin Wenger, awenger@prairiecentral.org, if interested.
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It’s about that time - time for the first day of school! Chase Mielke, author and motivational speaker, encouraged our PC staff as we laughed and smiled during this week’s staff institute. These faces are ready to greet our JH students on Monday! #ItsAGreatDayToBeAHawk
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What you already have at home can help your student at school!
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TIME CHANGE! JH Girls Basketball parent/athlete information meeting at the Jr. High Library tomorrow, August 18th @ 6:00. All 7th & 8th grade girls are welcome to attend.
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PC girls golf kicked off their season today by winning the Blue Ridge Invitational! The Hawks finished with a team score of 375. Ella Compton finished 2nd overall with an 80, Taylor Kafer 6th overall with a 96, and Lucy Whitfill 7th overall with a 97!
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PCJH takes 2nd Place at the Livingston County softball tournament!
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JH Girls Basketball parent/athlete information meeting at the Jr. High Library on August 18th @ 5:30. Any 7th or 8th grade girls interested in playing are welcome to attend. Contact 7th grade Coach Razo mrazo@prairiecentral.org or 8th grade Coach Gradberg sgradberg@prairiecentral.org with questions.
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East and West are excited to share we are doing a t-shirt sale for the whole family! Shirts are on sale today and will be in before Homecoming! You can have them shipped right to your home, or to school and we will get them to you! If you have any questions, please contact Mrs. Fuhr at West with any questions - sfuhr@prairiecentral.org.
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The PCHS golfers had a beautiful morning for day 2 of practice today!
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Welcome Back!
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JH Softball vs. Iroquois West in Fairbury @ 4:00 today has been canceled due to inclement weather prediction. Coach McClure will be sending additional info to softball parents.
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PCHS has found a Cross Country Coach! There will be a Parent/Player Meeting held in the PCHS Library on Monday, August 8 at 6 PM. Practice will begin Wednesday, August 10 at 9 AM.
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