Next Friday, April 19, is Education and Sharing Day, a day when the importance of learning and kindness come together! To celebrate, all Paw Paw area seniors age 60 and older are invited to share a meal at the PPPS Senior Citizens Luncheon on that day. You won't want to miss this chance to connect with students, meet up with friends and enjoy a terrific lunch together. *Please park on the west or south side of Paw Paw High School. There will be a suggested $5 lunch donation to cover rising food costs. #community #educationforlife #upliftingothers #buildtogetherpawpaw
7 days ago, Paw Paw Public Schools
build together paw paw public schools. spring awakening senior citizens luncheon friday, April 19th. Paw Paw High School, 30609 Red Arrow Hwy. 1:30 p.m. (doors open at 1:15 p.m.) lunch menu: alfredo pasta, garlic bread, broccoli, carrots, and cauliflower, chocolate cream pie
Elementary PTO meeting tonight in the Early Elementary library at 6:30pm.
10 days ago, Jeremy Davison
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We gave away over 150 free books during reading month! Please visit our Amazon Wish List to share with friends and family that will allow them the ability to purchase books and/or gift cards that we can use to re-stock high interest books in the machine. Please consider donating and sharing with your family and friends. https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/22PHCRU5QA2JH?ref_=list_d_wl_lfu_nav_3
22 days ago, Jeremy Davison
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From Dropping Everything to Read on Monday afternoon to having our Mystery Reader Brynn Cummings revealed on Tuesday!
24 days ago, Jeremy Davison
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Mrs. Koehn's two ELA classes worked on the Tower of Books Challenge throughout January and February. Combined, the two classes read more than 350 books, articles and poems. The reading challenge encouraged them to not only try to read thirty or more books in that time, but to read a wide variety of genres including nonfiction, articles, poetry, book series, and picture books. Two students completed the entire challenge, Tim Reidenbach and Zander Ransom. Congratulations to all the readers and especially those two who really pushed themselves to expand their reading horizons!
about 1 month ago, Jeremy Davison
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about 1 month ago, Jeremy Davison
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During our parent Teacher Conferences, 4th grade students had their love for science on display for all to see with the annual Science Fair. It's always fun to see all of the different topics that students choose to practice the scientific method!
about 1 month ago, Jeremy Davison
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This Friday, March 15, all Paw Paw area senior citizens are invited to celebrate St. Patrick's Day and enjoy another spectacular senior luncheon at Paw Paw High School. Hosting our monthly Senior Citizens Luncheons is one more way PPPS shows we are united with our community to build #success. #buildtogetherpawpaw
about 1 month ago, Paw Paw Public Schools
2023-24 Senior Citizens Lunch Calendar. Paw Paw Public Schools. All paw paw area senior citizens age 60 or older are invited to attend. Location: Paw Paw High School. Time: Lunch at 1:30, doors open at 1:15 p.m. Cost: $5 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: 10/13/23, 11/17/23, 12/15/23, 1/19/24, 2/16/24, 3/15/24, 4/19/24, 5/17/24 Build together logo. Our core values are integrity, community, success, innovation, and kindness. Red wolf logo.
Make plans to attend the next Community Connections Open House on Wednesday, March 20th at 6:30 p.m. at Paw Paw High School. We hope to see you there! #buildtogetherpawpaw
about 1 month ago, Paw Paw Public Schools
Mark you calendar for the next Paw Paw Public Schools Community Connections Open House on Wednesday, March 20 at 6:30 p.m. at Paw Paw High School. Board members, district leaders, students and staff have been hard at work developing and achieving the district goals as outlined in the PPPS Strategic Plan. For all Paw Paw families and community members who want to be in-the-know, this is your chance to hear district updates firsthand, ask questions, and be a part of building Paw Paw Public Schools together! #buildtogetherpawpaw
For questions about this Community Needs Assessment Survey, please contact Southwest Michigan Community Action Agency at www.smcaa.com. #communityneeds #buildtogetherpawpaw
about 1 month ago, Paw Paw Public Schools
Southwest Michigan Community Action Agency Logo. Clipboard clip art. (269) 925-9077 185 E Main St Suite 303 Benton Harbor, Ml 49022. Smcaa.com. Southwest Michigan Community Action Agency needs your input. Every three years, SMCAA conducts a community-wide survey as a part of maintaining eligibility for community services Block Grant federal funding. Responses are used to help identify the underlying causes and conditions of local poverty. The survey helps shape SMCAA’s programs, development, funding, and more. All adult residents of Berrien, Cass, or Van Buren counties are asked to please participate in this quick survey. Your input will help shape the future of Southwest Michigan community action initiatives to empower diverse people in need. Take the survey here or here:smcaa.com/communityneeds Learn more about the Southwest Michigan Community Action Agency and its available programs at smcaa.com
Calling all volunteers! The Van Buren Youth Initiative needs your help.
about 1 month ago, Paw Paw Public Schools
VanBurenISD – Calling all volunteers. Van Buren Youth Initiative. About Us. We're launching a fine arts after-school program in Van Buren County and seeking passionate volunteers to mentor and inspire students in activities like painting, music, theater, and dance. Your expertise can help shape this nurturing environment, contributing significantly to the students' artistic and personal growth. Join us to make a lasting impact on our community's youth and help foster their love for the arts. Sign up here: https//www.vbisd.org
Save the Date: Upcoming PPPS Public Forums
about 1 month ago, Paw Paw Public Schools
Paw Paw Public Schools (PPPS) stakeholders are invited to attend a public forum hosted by the Sex Ed Advisory Board (SEAB) for the purpose of sharing information and hearing public input on suggested changes to the district's Sex Ed Curriculum. While both meetings will cover the same content, PPPS is offering two meeting options to accommodate differing schedules. There will be time for questions and dialogue. For more information, please contact Curriculum Director Corey Harbaugh at 269-415-5211, or email corey.harbaugh@ppps.org. Public Forum Dates: march 14 at 7 pm at paw paw high school and march 27 at 1 pm at the district admin. office. Build Together logo
Thursday was Where's Waldo Dress up day as part of our "I Spy" Reading Month events. Mrs. Hubbell was leading our morning announcements on Thursday morning. It's amazing to see where Waldo (A.K.A. Mr. Hiler) showed up!
about 1 month ago, Jeremy Davison
Where's Waldo
Congratulations to our February Citizen of the Month honorees. These students were nominated for their excellence in the character trait of honesty in and out of the classroom!
about 1 month ago, Jeremy Davison
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🌻🦋 Calling all garden enthusiasts! 🌿🌼 6th to 8th grade students in Paw Paw Middle School's science department are excited to announce their latest project: the creation of a native pollinator garden, which will serve as a vibrant outdoor classroom! To help us make this project a success, donations of unused garden tools such as rakes, shovels, and trowels would be greatly appreciated. Your donation will not only support the students' learning but will also contribute to the beauty and sustainability of our campus. Donation drop-off sites include: Paw Paw Middle School, Ace Hardware of Paw Paw, Landers Hardware in Bangor, Wolverine Hardware in South Haven, and Scottdale True Value in Scottdale. For more information, please contact us at kevin.oles@ppps.org Thank you for your support! #PollinatorGarden #OutdoorClassroom #CommunitySupport #buildtogetherpawpaw
about 1 month ago, Paw Paw Public Schools
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Make plans to attend The Spring Craft & Vendor Fair on Saturday, March 9th from 10 a.m. - 3 pm and Sunday, March 10th from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. at Paw Paw High School. With over 70 vendors on site, it's the perfect opportunity to get a lot of shopping done in one place! There will also be a bake sale and concessions with proceeds going to the Class of ‘24 Grad Bash. Please join us for this fun event!
about 1 month ago, Paw Paw Public Schools
Please join the Class of ‘24 Grad Bash for The Spring Craft Show that will be held on Saturday, March 9th from 10 am - 3 pm and Sunday, March 10th from 10 am - 2 pm at Paw Paw High School. With over 70 vendors this is a perfect place to get a lot of shopping done in one place! There will also be a bake sale and concessions with proceeds going to the Class of ‘24 Grad Bash. Please join us for this fun event!
Due to the popularity of the PPPS Early Childhood Education Program, families are encouraged to enroll children as soon as possible for this fall! Classes are filling up quickly. For more information, please contact PPPS Early Childhood Director Mindy Brennan at (269)415-5728 or melinda.brennan@ppps.org
about 2 months ago, Paw Paw Public Schools
Come grow with us! Paw Paw Early Childhood Education. 2024-25 Enrollment Information. Serving PPPS Staff and District families. Breakfast, lunch, and snacks are provided by ppps. Before and after school care 6:30 a.m. to 5:30. P.m. 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 2024. Full-time openings in preschools for ages 21/2 to 5 years of age. 3:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Enrollment for PPPS staff children begins March 1, 2024. Enrollment for PPPS district children begins March 15, 2024. Child must be at least 30 months old to enroll. Please pick up enrollment packet and turn into Cedar Street Office between 8:30 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. Packets will be dated and processed in the order they are received. We will not do enrollment online this year. Paw Paw Early Childhood Education – Housed at the Cedar St. Campus, 555 Cedar St. Paw Paw, MI 49079. Director Mindy Brennan, 269-415-5728, Melinda.brennan@ppps.org. Early Childhood pups logo and flower design.
The Paw Paw Elementary Campus is getting geared up for March is Reading Month.  We will be partnering with the Paw Paw District Library, and our theme will be I Spy a Reader!  Our planning committee has come up with some great mystery-themed activities for the students during the upcoming month.  We are also selling our Reading Month T-shirts.  This year, our T-shirts will be lime green with black print and cost $6.00 each. Please see the link in my email for more information.  Act FAST!  T-shirts orders and money are due by this coming Monday, February 26th. It would be quite the cliffhanger for you to not order one by the deadline! Please reach out if you have any questions! March is Reading Month T-Shirt order link: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Rpy8HnLcBdH0FsBn9ONPZFuFbj_uInNM/view
about 2 months ago, Jeremy Davison
I Spy
Happy National Bus Driver Appreciation Day to all PPPS Bus Drivers! Today we celebrate and recognize our dedicated drivers for all they do every day to get students to and from school and events safely. We also chose today to kick off a series of testimonials in which PPPS Bus Drivers share what brought them to PPPS, why they love their jobs, and how others who share a passion for working with kids can explore the rewarding opportunities that await Bus Drivers at PPPS! If you love to work with kids and have been looking for a rewarding and flexible career, we’re hiring more drivers! Apply today: http://tinyurl.com/49t6chds
about 2 months ago, Paw Paw Public Schools
build together paw paw public schools. thank you, ppps drivers. we appreciate you.
Link has been fixed. We have had a very limited response... We are looking for ways to get more parents involved. As a result, we have added some new positions for important tasks that are critical in planning events and activities. Please select positions that you would like to be considered for to support our students and the PTO. Anyone that is interested in one or more of the positions need to attend the March 12 PTO meeting which will be in person, as well as virtual in case people are not able to physically attend. Please contact the PTO at ElementaryPTO@ppps.org if you have questions. Go to https://forms.gle/3eVowdL2HkhCDbx76 to submit your name for any positions that you may be interested in filling for our PTO!
about 2 months ago, Jeremy Davison
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