The staff at Paw Paw Early Childhood would like to thank all families who attended our Literacy Night!
8 days ago, From the Office
Paw Paw Early Childhood Staff, March 2026

Our very own Officer Torres visited a Paw Paw Early Childhood classroom today as a mystery reader. The students enjoyed his story and were SO excited to see him. Thank you for being a mystery reader for March's reading month!

11 days ago, Jenna Bowers
Officer Torrez Mystery Reader at Paw Paw Early Childhood
Torrez Mystery Reader 2

Paw Paw Early Childhood will be hosting our Spring Round-Up on April 22nd from 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM. This is your opportunity to complete Preschool registration or to answer any questions you may have. Can't attend? Please email or call the school for more information. Check the website for easy registration links!

Paw Paw Early Childhood

269-415-5250

jenna.bowers@ppps.org

21 days ago, Jenna Bowers
Paw Paw Early Childhood Round Up, April 22nd 2026

This Friday, March 13, Paw Paw area senior citizens, age 60 and older, are invited to celebrate St. Patrick's Day and enjoy another spectacular Senior Citizens Luncheon at Paw Paw High School! Hosting our monthly senior luncheons is one more way we show we are united with our community to build #success. #buildtogetherpawpaw

24 days ago, Paw Paw Public Schools
2025-26 Senior Citizens Lunch Calendar. Paw Paw Public Schools. All paw paw area senior citizens aged 60 or older are invited to attend. Location: Paw Paw High School. Time: Lunch at 1:30 p.m., doors open at 1:15 p.m. Cost: $6 suggested donation. Parking: please park on the west or south side of the high school. Connecting with our Community. At Paw Paw Public Schools, we are committed to fostering connections among our schools and the community to increase authentic learning opportunities for students and improve civic engagement. The Vision of Paw Paw Public Schools is to be united with our community to build success. Lunch Dates: 10/10/25, 11/14,25, 12/12/25, 1/9/25, 2/13/26, 3/13/26, 4/10/26, 5/8/26 Build together logo. Our core values are integrity, community, success, innovation, and kindness. Red wolf logo.
🚀📚 The Paw Paw Public Schools Transportation Team is on a mission to STUFF THE BUS with brand-new books! During Elementary Parent-Teacher Conferences (March 11 & 12 ), help Paw Paw Public Schools fill the bus with brand-new books for our students! Purchase a new book at the Book Fair and donate it to help keep our student book vending machines stocked. Let’s fill the bus to the moon and back and launch a love of reading! 🚀📖 #ReadingMonth #StuffTheBus #PawPawPublicSchools
29 days ago, Paw Paw Public Schools
Reading is a Blast. Stuff the bus with brand new books. March is Reading Month. Help us launch a love of reading into orbit. Stuff the bus full of brand new books. March 11 & 12 during elementary parent-teacher conferences. Let’s fill the bus to the moon and back. Book fair. Mission: literacy launch. Books will be used to keep the vending machines stocked. Hosted by Paw Paw Public Schools Transportation Department. Books can be purchased at the Book Fair during conferences!
🌸🎓 Paw Paw Spring Craft Show – This Saturday! 🎓🌸
Join us for a fun-filled day of shopping, treats, and spring vibes at the Grad Bash 2026 Paw Paw High School Spring Craft Show!
🗓 Saturday, March 7th
⏰ 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
📍 Paw Paw High School
30609 Red Arrow Hwy
✨ Free Admission
🛍 Vendors Galore
🧁 Bake Sale
🌭 Concessions
🥤 PLUS — We’ll be featuring an EXTENDED MENU for this event!
Come try some fun new flavors and special creations you won’t want to miss!
Bring your friends, support local vendors, and help send the Class of 2026 to Grad Bash in style! #PawPaw #PawPawMI #SpringCraftShow #ShopLocal #SupportOurSeniors
about 1 month ago, Paw Paw Public Schools
grad bash spring craft show saturday, march 7, 9 - 4 p.m. paw paw high school 30609 red arrow highway. bake sale, freed admission, concessions, vendors
March is reading month! Paw Paw Early Childhood will host Literacy Night on March 25th, from 3:30 PM - 5:30 PM. We are inviting our students and their families to join us for fun reading activities for the entire family!
about 1 month ago, Jenna Bowers
Paw Paw Early Childhood's 2026 Literacy Night March 25th!

Here are some important upcoming dates! Getting involved at school by attending parent-teacher conferences is a great way to help your child succeed in school. Research shows when parents actively participate in conferences, their children tend to have better school attendance rates. #EveryDayMatters #buildtogetherpawpaw

about 1 month ago, Paw Paw Public Schools
Important dates: PPPS - March 2026 ,

Reminder: Today, Monday Feb. 23, is a half-day for all PPPS students. Thank you, Paw Paw families, for your support of district-wide professional staff development, where our administrators, teachers, and staff are engaged in sharing strategies, collaborating, challenging each other, and looking for new opportunities to improve each student's success, well-being, and achievement. #buildtogetherpawpaw

about 1 month ago, Paw Paw Public Schools
reminder half day - release times: HS & MS 11 a.m., Cedar St. 11:05 a.m., Elem. schools 12:20 p.m, Early Childhood 12 p.m.

Due to the recent resignation of Paw Paw Public Schools Board Member Dale Pease, a Board of Education seat has become available.

We thank Mr. Pease for his service and dedication to the District.

The board will begin the process of appointing a new board member to serve in this position. The board is seeking qualified, dedicated community members to fill this position.

Deadline: March 4, 2026 @ 3:00 p.m.

Submit Info to: Mail to Board President, Brent McNitt, 119 Johnson Rd, Paw Paw, 49079, OR Email the Superintendent Admin Assistant, Alisa Clark at alisa.clark@ppps.org

Eligibility: Must be a citizen of the United States and a qualified and registered voter of the Paw Paw School District.

about 1 month ago, Paw Paw Public Schools
On February 17, 2026 a Paw Paw Public Schools’ Board of Education seat became vacant. State law requires that the Board appoint a person to fill the vacancy within thirty (30) calendar days after the vacancy occurs. The person appointed will fill the vacancy until the newly elected school board member begins his/her term following certification of the November 3, 2026 election results. ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS To be eligible to be a school board trustee, an individual must be a citizen of the United States and a qualified and registered voter of the Paw Paw Public School District. APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS If you meet the above eligibility requirements and wish to be considered for the vacancy, please submit a letter stating your interest and qualifications for the position. Include your complete address, telephone number and e-mail address. Letters of interest to be received by no later than Wednesday, March 4, 2026 by 3:00 p.m. addressed to Board President Brent McNitt, Paw Paw Public Schools, 119 Johnson Rd, Paw Paw, MI 49079 OR submit the letter as an attachment and send via e-mail to alisa.clark@ppps.org. The Board will conduct interviews and take action to appoint at the Regular School Board Meeting to be held at 7:00 p.m. on Monday, March 9, 2026 at the High School Media Center, 30609 Red Arrow Hwy, Paw Paw. Additional inquires can be made to Alisa Clark at (269) 415-5207.
Today we also recognize and celebrate Deputy Trever Tate for an incredible 24 years of service as School Resource Officer at Paw Paw Public Schools! For more than two decades, Deputy Tate has built relationships, mentored students, supported staff, and helped keep our schools safe. His steady presence and commitment to our community have made a lasting impact on generations of Red Wolves. Thank you, Deputy Tate, for 24 years of dedication and service to Paw Paw Public Schools! 🐾💙#SROAppreciationDay #BuildTogetherPawPaw
about 2 months ago, Paw Paw Public Schools
Thank you, Deputy TAte
With School Resource Officer Appreciation Day falling on Sunday this year, we are celebrating early! Thank you, Deputy Felix Torres, for going above and beyond each day to keep our schools, students, families, and community safe while building positive relationships with students and staff. We're grateful for all the ways you protect and care for our Red Wolves family! # SROAppreciationDay #BuildTogetherPawPaw
about 2 months ago, Paw Paw Public Schools
PPPS thank you, deputy torres, school officer appreciation day, feb. 15, 2026. build together paw paw public schools

📢 Important Reminder! Wednesday, February 11 is Spring Count Day in Michigan! Attendance matters every day at Paw Paw Public Schools, but Count Day is especially important because it helps determine state funding and resources for schools across Michigan. Please make every effort to ensure your student is in school and on time—every student truly counts!#StudentCountDay #EveryStudentCounts #EveryDayMatters #BuildTogetherPawPaw 🐾

about 2 months ago, Paw Paw Public Schools
ppps every day matters - attend day, achieve tomorrow

All Paw Paw area senior citizens age 60 and older are invited to attend the next PPPS Senior Citizens Luncheon on Friday, February 13 at 1:30 p.m. at Paw Paw High School. Doors open at 1:15 p.m. Please 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. #buildtogetherpawpaw #community #kindness

about 2 months ago, Paw Paw Public Schools
Senior Citizens Luncheon Friday Feb. 13 at 1:30 p.m. at Paw Paw High School. Menu: Sloppy Joes, Cheesy potatoes, cornbread and cinnamon rolls. all Paw Paw senior citizens age 60 and older are invited to attend. suggestion donation $6

As frigid air moves in tonight with temperatures falling below zero Friday morning and wind chills -25F to -15F, there is an increased risk of frostbite and hypothermia with prolonged exposure. We urge all Red Wolves families to take extra safety precautions! Please limit time outdoors, and if you must venture out in winter conditions, a winter survival kit is strongly recommended. Please refer to the checklist of items to keep in your vehicle. Stay safe and warm!

2 months ago, Paw Paw Public Schools
Frostbite and Hypothermia infographic
car winter survival checklist
Paw Paw Public Schools closed for Friday, January 23rd, 2026

Good afternoon Red Wolves Family,

Paw Paw Public Schools will be closed for tomorrow, Friday, January 23rd due to poor conditions on our secondary roads and the extremely dangerous negative wind chills tomorrow throughout the day. Stay safe. Stay warm. Have a GREAT weekend.
2 months ago, Paw Paw Public Schools
Paw Paw Public Schools will be closed for Thursday, January 22nd, due to inclement weather. Stay safe, stay warm, and have a GREAT day!
2 months ago, Paw Paw Public Schools
Wednesday, January 21st is our first-ever Powder Buff Volleyball Game! This brand-new event for Paw Paw supports the Class of 2026. Come watch the boys bump, set, and spike while the girls coach their teams to a big “W”! Freshmen & Sophomores kick off the night at 6:00 PM, then Juniors & Seniors take the floor at 7:00 PM. You won’t want to miss this fun night of school spirit and competition! Concessions are available and Pop & Fizz onsite for some tasty dirty sodas!
2 months ago, Paw Paw Public Schools
Wednesday, January 21st is our first-ever Powder Buff Volleyball Game! This brand-new event for Paw Paw supports the Class of 2026. Come watch the boys bump, set, and spike while the girls coach their teams to a big “W”! Freshmen & Sophomores kick off the night at 6:00 PM, then Juniors & Seniors take the floor at 7:00 PM. You won’t want to miss this fun night of school spirit and competition! Concessions are available and Pop & Fizz onsite for some tasty dirty sodas!
Paw Paw Public Schools Closed on Tuesday, January 20th

Good evening Red Wolves Families,

Due to the continued wind, drifting on our back roads, and extremely cold temperatures, Paw Paw Public Schools will be closed for Tuesday, January 20th. Stay safe, stay, warm, and have a great night.
2 months ago, Paw Paw Public Schools

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!

2 months ago, Paw Paw Public Schools