We are currently in the process of determining what our next steps should be as a district to best meet the needs of our students. We are looking for parents and community members that are willing to provide input and share their feedback to help us move forward regarding our facilities and programming. We will have our next meeting on Tuesday, September 21st at 6:00pm in the Later Elementary cafeteria. We would love to see our elementary families well represented in this very important discussion. We have arranged for a virtual link for interested parents and community members who are unable to attend the meeting in person. This virtual link will be moderated to ensure that participants can ask questions and provide feedback. Please see Superintendent Reo or Mr. Davison if you have any questions. meet.google.com/mro-wzfb-huq
All dads, uncles, grandparents please mark your calendars for our Watch D.O.G.S. Pizza Party Event.
When: Thursday, September 16, 2021
TIme: 5:30
Location: Later Elementary Cafeteria
In order to help us plan for the Watch Dog Pizza Party Event, please RSVP.
You can RSVP by emailing katie.wisneski@ppps.org (please use Subject: Watch DOGS RSVP) if you haven’t returned the form already.
What is Watch D.O.G.S:
WATCH D.O.G.S. (Dads Of Great Students) is a family and community engagement educational initiative.
We had our first Watch D.O.G. of the year. Thank you Justin Warner for volunteering at Paw Paw Early Elementary today! Justin is the father of Kindergarten student Stella.
We hope you enjoyed your time with the students!
Paw Paw High School Cheer team is hosting their annual Lil Red Wolves Cheer Clinic open to all students K-8th grade.
Please send forms and payment to Paw Paw High School or use this link for online registration: http://pawpawcheerclinics.weebly.com/cheer-clinics.html
Contact Coach Miller with any questions.
stefanie.miller@ppps.org
Picture Day is next Monday, September 20th!
Your child will come home with their photo packet today. Please make sure it has their name on it with the correct spelling. If you are placing an online order, the form/envelope will still need to be filled out and returned by Monday. Every student needs their photo envelope for photos. Thank you :)
Dear Paw Paw Families,
As you have likely heard by now, many school districts are experiencing a shortage of bus drivers. While we are not alone in facing this challenge, it makes it no less difficult to share the following news.
Beginning Monday, September 13th, we regret to inform you that due to the current shortage of bus drivers, we will not be in a position to guarantee bus transportation for your student-athlete to and from out-of-town athletic events.
Your patience and understanding are deeply appreciated as we navigate this unfortunate situation. Please know that every effort is being made district-wide to fill these positions and resume regular transportation.
In times like these, we are asking coaches and families to work together to arrange transportation to and from events through carpools and ride sharing. While the school will be able to transport athletes to some events depending upon the availability of drivers and vehicles, school transportation will not be able to be provided for several away events. Families should be prepared to make transportation arrangements for individual contests based on communications from the athletic department or coaches. Let’s show our students, by example, how we face and overcome adversity.
We sincerely apologize for the inconvenience and will keep you informed as we resolve this situation.
Stephanie Walker
Director of Operations & Finance
On behalf of Paw Paw Public Schools, thank you to all of our local heroes who serve and and protect us every day! #PawPawProud
Today PPPS educators met to review programs that provide additional support for students. It's our mission to develop, support, challenge and inspire every child for life-long success.
To access current school bus information like what time your child's bus is expected to be at their stop, download the Versatrans My Stop App on Android or iPhone! Once downloaded, enter your child's secure Student ID as the username and their 8 digit birthdate as the password.
Good Afternoon Paw Paw Families,
This is Stephanie Walker, the Paw Paw Public Schools Director of Business Operations. I hope everyone had a great first week of school!
Due to some of the buses running behind in the morning from construction in the area, we will be moving up a few bus routes by 10 minutes on Tuesday, September 7th.
The Butterfly, Frog, Monkey, Bunny and Eagle will be moved up by 10 minutes in the morning ONLY. For example, if your current pick up time is 8:00 am it will be adjusted to 7:50 am.
Thank you for being patient as this will allow us to get all the kids to school in a timely manner.
Congrats to the Boys MS X-Country Team for kicking up the dust and busting the rust, taking 1st place in the Rustbuster Invitational today.
Here is an important update from the Food Service Director of Paw Paw Public Schools.
Parent Reminder:
Today, Wednesday September 1st is a full day of school
Releasing at 3:45pm
September 8th is the beginning of our district wide early release.
Releasing at 2:45pm
Paw Paw Early Elementary is looking forward for our first day of school tomorrow! Remember it is a half day.
Doors open at 8:20am
School begins at 8:30am
Half Day dismissal, 12:15pm
Early Release, 2:45pm
Full Day dismissal, 3:45pm
On half days the students will receive breakfast and lunch in the classroom. Lunch menus will go home with students this week. Until then, check our website for the daily menu.
https://www.ppps.org/o/early-elementary/dining
If you're ready to grow your career and make a difference that lasts a lifetime, then it's time to take a closer look at Paw Paw Public Schools! https://www.ppps.org/page/openings #EmbraceTheFuture
Happy Election Day! Exercise your constitutional right to vote today by visiting your local precinct. To learn more about Paw Paw Public Schools' Bond Proposal, visit www.ppps-bond.com. #EmbracingTheFuture
Tomorrow is election day! Exercise your constitutional right to vote by visiting your local precinct. For more information about Paw Paw Public Schools' Bond Proposal, visit www.ppps-bond.com
With school approaching please check out our employment opportunities and become a part of the Red Wolves Pack. All our listings are provided on our website:(https://www.ppps.org/page/openings)
With election day less than a week away, there's still time to learn more about the PPPS Bond Proposal! Superintendent Rick Reo is holding a coffee chat now until 8:30 am or come out tomorrow from 8 to 9:30 am. Visit www.ppps-bond.com to learn more. #EmbraceTheFuture
