Paw Paw Public Schools Closed Monday, January 19th
Good Evening Red Wolves Family,
Due to the combination of snow, wind, and sub-zero temps tomorrow morning, we will be closing school for Monday, January 19th. We made the decision tonight to allow our families to plan accordingly for childcare. Stay safe, warm, and have a great night!
EDUCATIONAL HERO AWARDS - NOMINATIONS NOW OPEN AND DUE BY FEBRUARY 9, 2026! This is your chance to recognize excellence by nominating a PPPS educator or friend of education today through the completion of a Google form. Visit - https://tinyurl.com/ya8dn95p to access form. The Educational Hero Awards recognize individuals involved in education that have made a difference in the overall quality of education in Van Buren County by:
- Demonstrating knowledge and skill in their area of responsibility
- Developing unique programs that have enhanced learning experiences
- Playing a leadership role in education
- Providing support for a program, service or event that significantly impacts education
- Exhibiting an attitude that promotes a positive working and learning environment and reflects positively on the district
- Making an impact on the quality of an individual student's educational experience
- Demonstrating sensitivity to the needs of individual students
- Providing service "above and beyond"
Two PPPS Ed Hero Award Winners from our district and recipients from other districts will be recognized at a celebration dinner on March 10, 2026.
Happy New Year, Paw Paw area senior citizens! You're invited to attend the PPPS Senior Citizens Luncheon this Friday, January 9 at 1:30 p.m. at Paw Paw High School. Guests are asked to park and enter on the west side of the high school. A suggested donation of $6 helps offset rising food costs, but participation is open to everyone regardless of ability to donate. We look forward to seeing you there. Please share, and help spread the word! #buildtogetherpawpaw #community #kindness
🏀✨Girls Hoops Skills Clinics – Register Now! ✨🏀 Do you know a 3rd–5th grade girl who loves basketball (or wants to try it)? The Paw Paw Girls Hoops Skills Clinics are the perfect place to develop skills, teamwork, and confidence on the court!
Register today:👉 https://bit.ly/pawpawgirlshoops
As of 2:30pm, phone service has been restored. Thank you for your patience and understanding.
Paw Paw Public Schools is part of a countywide phone system that is currently experiencing an extended outage. We are working with the provider to get service restored ASAP. The best way to reach our district right now is to email the school or building's office staff.
Admin Building: taylor.france@ppps.org
*Early El: susan.amos@ppps.org
Later El: flisha.white@ppps.org
Middle School: jamie.schneck@ppps.org
High School: kristen.holmes@ppps.org
Early Childhood: jenna.bowers@ppps.org
Cedar St: kelly.imus@ppps.org
Transportation: ivy.smith@ppps.org
Paw Paw Public Schools will be operating on a two-hour delay due to icy roads. Please take your time and be careful. Allow yourself some extra time for the commute!
Whether you're a parent, guardian, staff member, alumni or community member, your input matters! Thank you in advance. #buildtogetherpawpaw
Due to inclement weather and hazardous back roads, Paw Paw Public Schools will be closed on Monday, December 1st. Stay Safe. Stay warm. Hopefully, we will see you on Tuesday! Have a Great evening!
Paw Paw area residents age 60 and older are invited to attend the Senior Citizens Thanksgiving Luncheon this Friday, Nov. 14 at 1:30 p.m. at Paw Paw High School. A complimentary traditional Thanksgiving menu with all the trimmings will be served. A suggested donation of $6 is welcomed, but no one will be turned away due to lack of funds. Please park and enter on the west side of the high school We look forward to seeing you there! #buildtogetherpawpaw #community #kindness
RFK Racing Driver Ryan Preece Reminds Drivers to Keep Students Safe. During National School Bus Safety Week, the PPPS Transportation Department is teaming up with organizations nationwide to deliver a critical reminder: When a school bus has its red lights flashing, STOP. No exceptions. No excuses.
Stopping for a school bus isn’t just the law—it’s about saving lives. Every day, children across the country rely on drivers to do the right thing. Let’s all do our part—protect our kids and stop for the bus. 🚌❤️ #schoolbussafetyweek #StopForTheBus #studentsafety #RFKRacing #RyanPreece
👉 https://tinyurl.com/584mz66z
Please read this notification regarding the postponement of the Paw Paw High School production of Alice In Wonderland that was originally scheduled for October 17, 18 and 19. We apologize for the inconvenience.
October 2 is National Custodian Day, so please join us in recognizing the excellent work of these amazing individuals! So grateful for our top-notch custodial team and all they do to keep our schools, grounds and facilities looking great! #CustodianAppreciationDay #PackPride #pawpawproud