Representatives from the Paw Paw Public Schools Adult Education met with representatives from Michigan Works/Kinexus and the Van Buren Intermediate School District on June 1 to look at opportunities to connect youth and adult learners and job seekers to programs that help individuals access everything needed to find a job or to advance to a better employment situation. There are exciting things in the works that will come out of these partnerships for PPPS and the surrounding communities. Look for more details in the August edition of the Pride and Progress.
10 months ago, Corey Harbaugh
PPPS staff meet with Michigan Works staff
If your PPPS student will need school bus transportation for the 2023-24 school year, please read the following important message. Thank you!
10 months ago, Paw Paw Public Schools
IMPORTANT: TRANSPORTATION REGISTRATION DEADLINE Notice to families: If your student(s) will need to ride the bus during the 2023-2024 school year, please register by July 28th. Your cooperation is greatly appreciated as this allows the Transportation Department adequate time to determine bus routes and the number of drivers needed. Parents / Guardians will need to log into the Parent Portal in Powerschool, and complete the Transportation Renewal Request Form for the 2023-2024 school year.  Please complete, and submit this form before the deadline. All students who will be riding the bus during the 2023-2024 school year will need to register. This also includes students who have ridden the bus in previous school years. Should you have questions or concerns, please call Transportation Director Angela Vasquez at 269-415-5220, or email: Angela.Vasquez@ppps.org .  Enjoy your summer! school bus clip art. buildtogether Paw Paw Public Schools logo.
The Van Buren County Great Start Readiness Program (GSRP) is accepting applications for 2023-2024 school year. GSRP is a free preschool program, based on eligibility requirements. Paw Paw classrooms are located in the Cedar Street Campus. Application does not guarantee enrollment. Apply today at: vanburencountypreschools.org
10 months ago, Paw Paw Public Schools
Great Start Readiness Program Paw Paw GSRP Preschool Round Up - red wolves logo, crayons in box, qr code, free to eligible children age 4 by 12/1/23.  Free preschool for qualified families with some very low cost tuition for over income families, full day with class held monday - thursday. classrooms located at cedar street campus. ranked as high quality by michigan's great start system. meals and snacks provided with transportation in district. classrooms run by vbisd in partnership with ppps. To learn more, call 269-539=5204. apply today at vanburencountypreschools.org. these materials developed with grant funds from M.D.O.E. application does not guarantee enrollment. eligibility requirements apply.
Due to the popularity of the PPPS Early Childhood Education (ECE) Program, families are encouraged to enroll children as soon as possible for this fall! At this time, the 4-year-old classroom is full, but there's still time to add your child's name to a waiting list. Several spots are still open for the 3-year-old class, and when that class is full, another waiting list will be started. Currently, space is available in the 2 1/2 - to 3-year-old class and the preschool-readiness room, but these are also filling quickly. For more information, please contact the ECE Director: melinda.brennan@ppps.org.
10 months ago, Paw Paw Public Schools
PAW PAW EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION ENROLLMENT Paw Paw Public Schools  APR 17, 2023  Come Grow With Us!  Paw Paw Early Childhood Education  2023-2024 ENROLLMENT INFORMATION  Serving PPPS Staff and PPPS district families  Breakfast, lunch, and snacks are provided by PPPS  Before and After School Care 6:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.  $5 per hour, prorated  Bussing for 4- and 5-year-olds Use of research-based curriculum Whole Child Focus  Social Emotional Learning  Gross Motor Play – Indoors and Outdoors   Enrolling current students for Fall 2023   Full-time openings in Preschools for ages 2½ to 5 years    8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.   $185 per week   Discounts offered:  10% discount on weekly tuition for the 2nd child in the family 10% discount on weekly tuition for PPPS staff             Enrollment for PPPS staff children begins April 10, 2023              Enrollment for PPPS district children begins on April 22, 2023  Child must be at least 30 months old to enroll. Please pick up an enrollment packet and turn in completed packets at Cedar Street Office, M-F between 8:30-3:30. Packets will be dated and processed in the order in which they are received.  We will not do enrollment online this year.  Paw Paw Early Childhood Education  HOUSED AT OUR  Cedar Street Campus 555 Cedar Street Paw Paw, MI 49079  DIRECTOR MINDY BRENNAN  (269) 415-5728  melinda.brennan@ppps.org    Find Us Paw Paw Public Schools 119 Johnson Road Paw Paw, Michigan 49079 269-415-5200 269-415-5201 PPPS Website Accessibility Statement  Schools Paw Paw Public Schools Paw Paw Early Elementary Paw Paw Later Elementary Paw Paw Middle School Paw Paw High School Cedar Street Community & Family Center Stay Connected Download our iOS App Download our Android App Visit us on FacebookVisit us on Twitter Copyright © 2023 Paw Paw Public Schools. All rights reserved.
If you're looking for an exciting new adventure for your 5 to 12-year-old child this summer, there are a limited number of spots open in the all-new PPPS BASE Summer Camp! Registration forms are available at the Early Elementary, the Later Elementary and the Cedar Street Campus. Registration forms and camp fees should be returned to the Cedar Street Campus and will be accepted on a first come, first served basis. For questions, email Lacey Jackson at lacey.jackson@ppps.org
10 months ago, Paw Paw Public Schools
Paw Paw Public Schools BASE SUMMER CAMP Summer 2023 Sessions Enroll Now! Summer is all about having fun! Offered for the first time, children ages 5-12 can join an exciting new adventure this summer at Paw Paw Later Elementary! BASE Summer Camp offers affordable and reliable daycare throughout the summer for elementary- aged children.  An innovative extension of the Before and After School Enrichment Program, BASE Summer Camp education experts promise to engage children in fun and exciting activities that will keep them learning all summer long! With a focus on the PPPS Core Values of Integrity, Community, Success, Innovation and Kindness, BASE Camp staff will develop, support, challenge and inspire every child for life-long success!  For questions, call 269-415-5700, or email BASE Director Lacey Jackson at lacey.jackson@ppps.org. CAMP COST: Registration Fee: New BASE Enrollment $30 per child / $60 max per family Weekly Cost 5 day Camp - $175 / week 3 day Camp - $120 / week *15% sibling discount. Camp Schedule: Week 1: June 19-23 Week 2: June 26-30 Week 3: July 5-7 (3-day week only) Week 4: July 10-14 Week 5: July 24-28 Week 6: July 31-August 4 Week 7: August 7-11 Week 8: August 14-18 *No Camp the week of July 17-July 21* Earliest Drop Off Time: 6:00am Latest Pick Up Time: 6:00pm A maximum of a ten (10) hour day will
Today, students from Paw Paw Later Elementary got outside and enjoyed a much-anticipated end-of-school-year tradition. It was Track & Field Day at Falan Field! Grateful for all the teachers, staff, volunteers, spectators, and middle school student volunteers who helped make this day possible. #trackandfieldday #run #community #buildtogetherpawpaw
10 months ago, Paw Paw Public Schools
elem. students running outside on school track
middle school students volunteering to help with elementary students at track and field day
3 school staff members outside with therapy dog at Falan Field
elementary students running in relay race at Falan Field
3rd grade students at track and field day at Falan Field
5th grade students running relay race at Falan Field
students in stands at Falan Field
5 students in stands at Falan Field
students running relay race at Falan Field
Due to unforeseen circumstances, the DINO bus will not be transporting students home this afternoon, Monday, May22nd. We apologize for the inconvenience and late notice.
10 months ago, Angela Vasquez
Reminder: Tomorrow is the last PPPS Senior Citizens Luncheon for this school year. You won't want to miss a special summer-themed picnic menu as talented middle school students perform from their latest musical! A special thanks to all who have participated, performed and prepared food for these special monthly gatherings. Have a spectacular summer! #BuildTogetherPawPaw
11 months ago, Paw Paw Public Schools
build together logo. Senior Citizens Luncheon at PPHS 30609 Red Arrow Hwy. at 1:15 p.m. (doors open at 1 pm) menu: hot dogs, potato salad, chips and dip, watermelon, ice cream. Friday, May 19.  two senior women having lunch together
Reminder: Be sure to join us at 5:30 p.m. today at Paw Paw Later Elementary to preview the 2022 Bond Projects and learn more about the exciting progress that is being made! #buildtogetherpawpaw
11 months ago, Paw Paw Public Schools
ommunity Open House  You're invited!  If you would like to preview the 2022 Bond Projects and learn more about the exciting progress that is being made, then be sure to attend this community open house and gallery on May 15!  Architectural and construction management experts will be on hand to answer questions as guests move through the three stations, one for each design package in the series.  MONDAY, MAY 15, 2023  5:30 to 6:30 PM  Paw Paw Later Elementary  612 North Street, Paw Paw  Design Gallery:  ·         Cafeteria expansion, baseball field drainage, and soccer restroom renovations  ·         Early Childhood Education Center  ·         Middle School renovations, Early and Later Elementary classroom additions and renovations  Build Together Logo  Paw Paw Public Schools  Tower Pinkster Logo  Owen Ames Kimball Logo  *Photos of E.C.E.C. rendering and H.S. Cafeteria Expansion   Find Us Paw Paw Public Schools 119 Johnson Road Paw Paw, Michigan 49079 269-415-5200 269-415-5201
Today is School Communicators Day celebrating the incredibly valuable work of school public relations professionals, and when it comes to telling the Paw Paw Public Schools story, nobody does it better than our own Lisa Shanley, PPPS Director of Communications. Congratulations and thanks for all you do behind the scenes to shine a positive light on our people and programs.
11 months ago, Corey Harbaugh
Superintendent Reo poses with PPPS Director of Communications Lisa Shanley
Today at Paw Paw Early Elementary, over 100 "Future Red Wolves" and their families are attending Kindergarten and Young 5's Round-Up! With this year's new streamlined process, students check in, receive their photo passports - complete with a "future red wolf" signing ceremony - and then make their way through the various stations, collecting their goodie bags at the end. Welcome to the wolf pack! #Kindergartenroundup #buildtogetherpawpaw
11 months ago, Paw Paw Public Schools
principals with student seated in front of red wolves backdrop
principals standing with student seated in front of red wolves backdrop
nurse and secretary seated in front of elementary school
passport
nurse checking girl's teeth in classroom
family at kindergarten registration with  elem. staff outside
student & teacher seated in library
Happy National Teacher Appreciation Week! #TeacherAppreciationWeek #BuildTogetherPawPaw
11 months ago, Paw Paw Public Schools
Dear PPPS Teachers, Thank you for going above and beyond for our students! We appreciate all of the ways you live and teach our core values every day. build together logo. our core values: integrity, success, innovations, kindness. Nat'l Teacher Appreciation Week May 8-12
Paw Paw Public Schools joins with other schools across the country to celebrate School Lunch Hero Day! We appreciate and recognize the incredible difference these team members make for every child who comes through their cafeteria. Thank you, PPPS Food Service Team, for all you do! #SchoolLunchHeroDay #BuildTogetherPawPaw
11 months ago, Paw Paw Public Schools
school lunch hero day, build together logo, red wolf logo, clip art of food service workers
Tomorrow, we celebrate National Administrative Professionals' Day! Be sure to take time to recognize and show appreciation for all of the hard-working administrative professionals at Paw Paw Public Schools. We appreciate all you do to keep things running smoothly every day! #buildtogetherpawpaw
11 months ago, Paw Paw Public Schools
build together paw paw schools and thank you secretaries photos
Driven by our Strategic Plan, PPPS is committed to continuous improvement through Professional Development Days and Early Release Wednesdays. Thank you to all who participate and support this valuable time investment that allows administration, teachers and staff to collaborate and build a thriving Professional Learning Community! #teamwork #plctraining #buildtogetherpawpaw
12 months ago, Paw Paw Public Schools
3 teachers sitting at a table
3 teachers standing in classroom
3 teachers looking at whiteboard in classroom
If you are interested in learning more or providing input about CharacterStrong!, the K-12 SEL program which will is expected to be recommended to the Board of Education for purchase and implementation for the 2023-24 school year, please come to the forum planned for March 28 at 6:30 in the Paw Paw Later Elementary cafeteria.
about 1 year ago, Corey Harbaugh
Topic Talks: SEL Forum March 2023
Today, Youth Motivational Speaker Gabe Salazar connected with PPHS and PPMS teens by delivering a message of hope about making smart choices. He talked about overcoming obstacles and not being afraid to dream big! Parents and the community are invited to attend his high-energy, interactive presentation at 6 p.m. tonight at the Performing Arts Center. When asked what it means to speak to teens in Paw Paw, Salazar said, "Very humbling that somebody would say that there is something that happened in my life that can help them. A lot of people go through hard stuff, but not everybody overcomes, and that's what people like about hearing my stories. They say, 'Hold on, if he can go through alternative school, abandonment and the tragic loss of his father, then what could happen in my life if I choose to overcome?'
about 1 year ago, Paw Paw Public Schools
gabe salazar photo backgrop
4 people in front of backdrop
gabe speaking to students
gabe speaking to students
students watching presentation
If you're looking for an exciting new adventure for your 5 to 12-year-old child this summer, check out the all-new PPPS BASE Summer Camp! Registration forms are available at the Early Elementary, the Later Elementary and the Cedar Street Campus. A limited number of spots are available! Registration forms and camp fees should be returned to the Cedar Street Campus and will be accepted on a first come, first served basis. For questions, email Lacey Jackson at lacey.jackson@ppps.org
about 1 year ago, Paw Paw Public Schools
PPPS summer camp flyer with schedule. For more info. call 2694154700 or email Lacey Jackson at lacey.jackson@ppps.org
In just two days, nationally acclaimed teen expert and motivational speaker Gabe Salazar will deliver his powerful message about teens making positive choices to middle school and high school students in Paw Paw. As PPPS unites with our community to build success, we are also proud to invite parents and the community to a special FREE presentation in the High School's Performing Arts Center on Thursday, March 23 at 6 p.m.. To encourage parent and community attendance, there will be a drawing to give away prizes and a $200 Walmart Gift Card!
about 1 year ago, Paw Paw Public Schools
Youth Motivational Speaker Gabe Salazar poster -  presentations HS 9:30 a.m, MS 1 p.m, PAC  6pm on  3/26.
PPPS is proud to announce that Gabe Salazar, a nationally recognized teen expert and motivational speaker, will deliver a message of hope about teens making positive choices on Thursday, March 23rd in Paw Paw! In addition to presentations to high school and middle school students, parents and the community are invited to a special presentation at 6 p.m. at the Paw Paw Performing Arts Center. Thanks to a generous grant from the Hispanic Leadership Institute, there will be no admission charge. All are welcome to attend! #positivity #community #buildtogetherpawpaw
about 1 year ago, Paw Paw Public Schools
Youth Motivation and Teen Expert Gabe Salazar coming to speak in Paw Paw Thursday, march 23rd at PPHS & PPMS. 9:30 a.m, 1 p.m. and 6 p.m. at the Performing Arts Center. All are welcome to attend the 6 p.m. event at no cost.