Today as part of Putnam County High School FFA Week, the FFA leadership team came to PCJH and presented to our 8th graders what FFA does at PCHS, how to join, and the Ag. classes available, and the numerous opportunities in FFA.
Congratulations to Payton and Patrick on being selected to receive the John Ourth Student Recognition Award. This award is based on character, academic achievement, and service. Patrick and Payton are excellent recipients of this award.
The Starved Rock region of the Illinois Principals Association hosted their annual John Ourth recognition ceremony today. Eight of our PC students were recognized for their outstanding character and leadership. Congratulations to each one of these very deserving students!
Congratulations to Emma and Nick for being selected for the John Ourth Student Recognition Award! This award is based on academic achievement, character, leadership, and character. Both Emma and Nick exemplify these qualities and are excellent role models at PCHS!
Congratulations to the PCJH Band members who were selected to perform at the IVCC Jr. High Honor Band Festival. They did an outstanding job! Congratulations to Ms. Klypchak and Veronika M, Ella S, Piper T, Nora B, Sofia B, Bryson B, & Maddox B! Great Job!
Congratulations to Mrs. LeQuia for being named the 2023 New Teacher of the Year! What an honor and accomplishment! PCHS is fortunate to have you!
Today is International Random Act of Kindness Day! Mrs. Balestri handed out black and gold bee bracelets to everyone as a reminder to "bee" kind not just today, but everyday!
Our VIPs had an all school competition on Presidential trivia. They had teams and used their chrome books to answer questions on Kahoot!
A huge shoutout to these amazing math fact masters! They worked hard to know their facts quickly and with confidence. Way to go kiddos!!
PC #535: A friendly reminder that today is the third Wednesday of the month, so all PC schools dismiss at 2:00 PM (afternoon PreK dismisses at 2:15 PM).
PC #535: A reminder that the Illinois 5Essentials Survey is open for parent response through March 31st, 2023. Please use the following link to take the survey: http://survey.5-essentials.org/illinois/survey/parent/
Ending our day with a little Valentine's Day party in each homeroom!
**Save the Date** - Freshman Orientation will be held Thursday, March 2nd from 6:00-7:00 PM.
Congratulations to the 6th Grade Puma Volleyball team on their championship at the Peru Parkside 6th Grade Spikers Tournament. Congratulations to the team and Coaches Leslie Rue & Jessica Heiberger. Way to go!
CORRECTION- The order for the Volley for a Cause on Tuesday, February 14th is 8,7,& 6 with a 4:30 start.
Come out and support the Lady Pumas Volleyball Tuesday, February 14th for the PCJH Volley for a Cause Night. There will be baskets to raffle, 50/50, & more to support the Freedom House. 4:30 start for 7th Grade followed by 8th Grade, then 6th Grade.
Great night last night for the PCJH Cheerleaders and Coaches Kelly Borri & Jodie Carlson as they finished their season by cheering with the PCHS Cheerleaders at the Boys Basketball game.
Check out these super smart mathfact masters! They have been studying their facts and it has paid off. Way to go kiddos!
PCJH Staff & Students were welcomed to school this morning by Ms. Erickson & her VIP with music, candy kisses, and a message that We LOVE you are here at PCJH! Great way to start a Friday!
PCJH had our dodgeball tournament. It was a great night of dodgeball, school wide bonding and fun, and a way to raise money and food donations for charity. Thanks to all the students and parents who attended. Thanks to the PCJH staff, especially to Mrs. Olson & Mr. Carboni.
