The Daily Update for today (June 1) has been posted to ppps.org. Please look for information on returning materials/equipment to the elementary schools and to Paw Paw HS. Look for additional information for the other schools in the days to come.
The Daily Update for today (June 1) has been posted to ppps.org. Please look for information on returning materials/equipment to the elementary schools and to Paw Paw HS. Look for additional information for the others schools in the days to come.
Counselor Corner: Tips to help your student finish the last few weeks of the school year strong and ways to help your student stay academically engaged this summer.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1CsAaBP15-Cx4hZ_1nIuiz-Y1PdtXkG60/view?usp=sharing
The Daily Update for today (5/29) has been posted to ppps.org. It has a link to information about the Parade of Seniors being held for the Class of 2020 this evening. Please read the document for important details.
Opportunity for a Coding Camp through MSU:
Virtual 4-H Spartan Coding Camp: June 22-25, 2020
Explore the exciting field of computer coding at MSU Extension’s newest premier pre-college program! Whether you have prior computer coding knowledge, or have never even thought about it, you will gain valuable coding skills at this fun STEM summer camp.
WHERE: Virtually via Zoom, check out our website for a sample daily schedule.
WHO: Youth entering grades 9-12 in the fall of 2020.
COST: The cost to attend this four-day camp is $320 and includes tech support, post camp support, and program fees. Current Michigan 4-H members receive a $20 discount.
MATERIALS REQUIRED: Computer with internet and the ability to do video conferencing (microphone and webcam).
REGISTER AND PAY HERE TODAY: https://events.anr.msu.edu/4HSpartanCodingCamp2020Virtual/
Virtual 4-H Spartan Coding Camp campers will enjoy experiences such as:
Developing your own tech ideas; designing and coding an application from scratch; and attracting users to your product!
Learning the fundamentals of launching a product.
Discovering the essentials of web design and development.
Practicing coding skills in HTML, CSS, JS, Ruby, Rails and Github.
Enhancing your passion for technology and growing real-world skills.
Exploring career opportunities available at MSU!
After the camp is over, you will continue to learn and practice at your own pace with nearly 60 hours of self-paced online lessons that allow you to further hone your coding skills. 4-H Spartan Coding Camp is offered in collaboration with CodeNow.
Check out the website for additional details: https://www.canr.msu.edu/4-h-spartan-coding-camp/index
Questions? Contact Christine Miller at MSU Extension at 517-552-6905 or email johns832@msu.edu.
The Daily Update for today (5/27) has been posted to ppps.org. Today's update has a link to information about additional food support available to families during the COVID-19 crisis provided by the State of Michigan through the Department of Health and Human Services.
The Daily Update for today (5/26) has been posted to ppps.org. It has a link to the agenda and link for the School Board Committee of the Whole Meeting tonight, and a request from the elementary schools for the return of library books.
Superintendent Rick Reo provided an update on the nickname selection process this morning at ppps.org, and Mr. Reo's update includes a link to a 5/22/2020 memo regarding the progress of the Task Force. It can be found here: https://www.ppps.org/article/252424?org=ppps
The Daily Update for today (5/21) has been posted to ppps.org. Please take note: after today's food distribution from 11-1 at PPHS, the next time food will be distributed is NEXT THURSDAY. There will be no food distribution Monday (May 25), in observance of Memorial Day.
Daily Update has been posted at ppps.org. If you haven't already, please take a look at food distribution information for tomorrow, as there will not be distribution on Memorial Day. Flash drive exchange tomorrow, as well. Tonight, the Roundup for Fall, 2020 Kindergarten at 8 pm.
Daily Update for today (5/19) has been published at ppps.org. It is a shorter, special edition, with information for planning for the upcoming Memorial Day weekend. Please see info on food and flash drive distribution, and information about Kindergarten Roundup tomorrow at 8 PM.
Information about the Parade of Seniors planned for May 29 can be found at this link:
https://docs.google.com/document/d/12N2B6yB-XJr6cKJSJ6_iwV_uXHweJAbhdT0d9bK_ubQ/edit?usp=sharing
Week 5 Counselor Corner:
We know between work, school, and family zoom meetings, parents, students, and teachers are spending more time than ever in front of a computer screen. Included are some tips to navigating virtual overload and creating a healthy online routine.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1f5Pvdh2EuIGskGfYk3xZIf6tMUS1pVNZ/view?usp=sharing
For the 2020-21 school year, MHSAA has said that any athlete who has a valid 2019-20 physical on file will not need a new physical. Parents will need to complete a new Health Questionnaire and turn it in to the athletic office to be attached to last years’ physical. Here’s a link to the new form:
https://www.mhsaa.com/portals/0/Documents/health%20safety/healthquestionnaire.pdf
Athletes who did not have a physical on file for 2019-20 will still need a physical prior to participating in 2020-21.
The Daily Update for today (May 15) has been posted to ppps.org. Please be sure to note the update on meal distribution for next week Thursday, May 21.
The Daily Update for today (5/14) has been uploaded to ppps.org. Look for information on pickup times and locations for student belongings from MS & HS this evening and tomorrow.
The Daily Update for today (5/12) has been posted to ppps.org. Parents of elementary students: please be sure to look at information on and the form for providing elementary classroom placement feedback for the 2020-21 school year.
Week 4 Counselor Corner:
This weeks is all about Parents and Self Care! This is a reminder to take care of yourself during this time as well. Thank you for all you are doing!
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1vs4mhvaFQb7iFBhZvpU9-fj5miC6DhqF/view?usp=sharing
Locker items will be delivered Wednesday afternoon on afternoon bus routes for students who usually ride buses home.
If you don’t ride a bus, plan to pick your items up Thursday from 5-7pm or Friday from 10-12.
If you have a bus route, but miss your item delivery, the bag will be brought back to the HS and will be available for the pick-up times.
Teachers at PPHS have established Office Hours for the remainder of the school year. They will be holding office hours for an hour each time, three times per week. One of these hours is in the evening to accommodate schedules.
Here is the link to these times: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1BGE4pkyGHJy5smX0UkRPJyesQIr4oC2DxukAYfULGEU/edit