Paw Paw Public School District

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.

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

Sports Physicals @ Paw Paw High School We are excited to announce that Paw Paw High School will be hosting sports physicals next Tuesday and Wednesday, August 3rd and 4th, from 5 PM to 7:30 PM in the high school gymnasium. All physicals will cost $30, payable by cash or check on site. Sports physicals are a mandatory MHSAA requirement for all middle and high school student athletes, grades 6 through 12, who wish to participate in sports. A current physical, dated after April 15, 2021, must be on file in the high school athletic office in order for any student to participate. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to get your child’s physical done and on file next Tuesday and Wednesday, August 3rd and 4th, in the Paw Paw HS Gym. Go Red Wolves!!!!

Superintendent Rick Reo will be holding two Coffee Chats this week to discuss the Paw Paw Public Schools Bond Proposal. Visit www.ppps-bond.com to learn more. #EmbraceTheFuture

Did you know? Visit www.ppps-bond.com for more information.

Reminder: All are invited to attend tomorrow night's School Bond Information Meeting and Walking Tour at 7 pm in Paw Paw High School's Performing Arts Center! #EmbraceTheFuture

So proud of Korrie Perkins and the Food Service Dept. for all they do to end child hunger! On behalf of the PPPS Food Service Team, Korrie graciously accepted the "2021 No Kid Hungry Award" from Superintendent Rick Reo at this week's Board of Education Meeting. #HungerHeroes

The following 2021-22 Return-to-Learning information was emailed to PPPS families this evening: https://drive.google.com/file/d/10PdUkZVRn4pZBCcQkZ437WTf4zY68hxw/view?usp=sharing

Did you know? The PPPS Bond Proposal includes several districtwide infrastructure improvement projects. Visit www.ppps-bond.com for more information.

Here's a shout-out to FOX17 for recent coverage of Paw Paw High School's Summer Learning Program. Thank you for accentuating the positive things that are happening at Paw Paw Public Schools! https://tinyurl.com/763fp2ce #fox17 #MarketVanBuren #EmbracingTheFuture