Notice from the Putnam County CUSD #535 Board of Education
The Putnam County CUSD #535 Board of Education is conducting a search for a new Superintendent. The selection of a new Superintendent is probably the most important decision a Board of Education must make; therefore, the Board has hired the Illinois Association of School Boards (IASB) to assist in this process.
The Board of Education is seeking everyone’s input in the search process. The Board requests that all parents/guardians and community members complete an online survey provided by the IASB. The results will be tallied and used by the Board and Screening Team to develop a brochure to advertise the position. All survey responses and comments will remain anonymous.
The survey deadline is Friday, December 19th, 2025 at noon.
16 days ago, Clayton Theisinger
Jace was the skimmer champion for PCJH. Students in Science class made skimmers, tested them, and made improvements to them to increase the distance.
18 days ago, Michael Olson
Spent a little time this morning with some readers. Mrs. Ibarra's students updated their Reading Tree about books they are reading. Mrs. Carboni's class had a zoom with an author, Susan Friedland, who read her book Marguerite, Misty, & Me. She then spoke about being a writer.
18 days ago, Michael Olson
Spent a little time this morning with some readers. Mrs. Ibarra's students updated their Reading Tree about books they are reading. Mrs. Carboni's class had a zoom with an author, Susan Friedland, who read her book Marguerite, Misty, & Me. She then spoke about being a writer.
19 days ago, Michael Olson
5th grade students attended a field trip at Augustana College today. They enjoyed a show at the planetarium followed by a walk through of the hands-on geology museum.
19 days ago, Courtney Balestri
Congratulations to these Pumas who were chosen as the November Students of the Month for their outstanding character-Alina, Angell,& Anahi.
19 days ago, Michael Olson
It’s official! Mrs. Mott needs to find tougher math facts because these super-smart students are blasting through them! Next week we’ll dive into staff-favorite subtraction facts. And yes… we had to celebrate with a super loud hallway Yee-Haw! Way to go, kiddos!
20 days ago, Moriah Mott
PC #535: Reminder that today (Wednesday, December 3rd, 2025) is a 1:00 PM dismissal for all schools.
21 days ago, Clayton Theisinger
The construction at PCJH is complete and all parent drop offs & pick ups can return to the normal procedure. Parent drop off & pick ups will be at the north access road with the entrance at the east entrance by the gym . Thank you for your cooperation during the construction.
22 days ago, Michael Olson
PC #535: Due to the weather, all afterschool events and practices are canceled for today - Monday, December 1st, 2025.
School will dismiss at its regularly scheduled time.
22 days ago, Clayton Theisinger
So thankful for the chance to bring our whole student body and staff together to share pie and make memories! A huge thank-you to all who donated pies and made this special day happen.
28 days ago, Moriah Mott
Second grade has been hard at work preparing for their mock Macy’s Day Parade, which they proudly put on for the whole school!
What a fun Turkey Trot! We loved running at the high school track, and the rain waited until we were heading back. Huge thanks to our preschool team for putting together such a fun event!
29 days ago, Moriah Mott
Check out these super fast and smart Mathfact Masters! We’re going to have to come up with harder facts because they are crushing these ones!
29 days ago, Moriah Mott
PCJH teachers spending their lunch doing a book study to find ways to better help students.
about 1 month ago, Michael Olson
Congratulations to our 8th grade girls basketball team as they were recognized for their dedication and hard work as Pumas.
about 1 month ago, Michael Olson
Great job by PCJH & PCHS Chorus performing the National Anthem at the Bloomington Bison Hockey game.
about 1 month ago, Michael Olson
When these super-smart Mathfact Masters came in to the office, I already knew they had their facts down, but I quizzed them anyway. And of course, they answered with lightning-fast recall! We talked about how knowing their math facts now will make math even easier as they get older. Of course we celebrated with a super loud hallway Yeehaw! Way to go, kiddos!
about 1 month ago, Moriah Mott
When PSPS students set a reading goal, they make it happen! Their hard work earned them a visit from former Harlem Globetrotter Corey the Dribbler. His presentation was full of energy, laughter, and great messages for our students.
