Parents, don't forget!! Bus Registration Deadline is Friday, July 28th for those students who need to ride the bus during the 2023 – 2024 school year. Parents/Guardians will need to log into the Parent Portal in PowerSchool and complete the Transportation Renewal Request Form for the 2023-2024 school year. Contact the school office for login information or issues. All students who will be riding the bus during the 2023-2024 school year will need to register. This includes students who have ridden the bus in previous school years. Enjoy your summer!
almost 2 years ago, Angela Vasquez
You won't want to miss the PPPS Districtwide Garage Sale this Thursday, Friday and Saturday from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Paw Paw Middle School! Surplus school equipment, supplies, furnishings, and more items added daily from all five schools will be in one location and priced to sell. No early sales. Park and enter through the middle school's south entrance at 313 West Michigan Avenue.
almost 2 years ago, Paw Paw Public Schools
Build together logo. Images of tables, chairs, desks and kitchen utensils. Districtwide Garage Sale. Paw Paw Middle School Gym, 313 W. Michigan Ave., July 20, 21 and 22 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. To clear out storage rooms and free up some much-needed space, Paw Paw Public Schools will be liquidating outdated or unused school equipment, supplies and furnishings. Surplus Inventory from all five schools will be brought together for one huge 3-Day Mega Sale! Desks, chairs, tables, appliances, kitchen items, food service items, and many more items will be offered at a low price to the general public. All items will be marked and priced to sell. No early sales. Enter the gym through the south entrance of the middle school.
Even though summer is in full swing, it's not too late to register your 5 to 12-year-old child for a fun-filled, educational summer camp experience at PPPS Summer Camp! There are still a limited number of openings for this summer during the weeks of: 7/10-14, 7/24-28, 7/31 - 8/4, 8/7-11, and 8/14-18. To register or learn more, email Lacey Jackson at lacey.jackson@ppps.org
almost 2 years ago, Paw Paw Public Schools
students painting in cafeteria
2 girls in bathing suits
boy painting birdhouse
3 girls in swimsuits
The PPPS Volleyball future is bright! PPHS Volleyball players showed our Core Value of Kindness by helping Volleyball Coach Duchene run the 2023 Summer Volleyball Camp for 3rd - 8th grade students. They had an amazing turnout of over 50 kids, who worked with coaches and each other to learn and practice skills, such as tossing, passing, setting, serving and much more! #volleyballcamp #buildtogetherpawpaw
almost 2 years ago, Paw Paw Public Schools
50+ students and coaches at PPPS volleyball camp in gym
2 volleyball players in gym
volleyball players embracing in gym
volleyball camp kids celebrating
volleyball players talking
volleyball team in action
The PPPS Summer Meals Program "Meet Up and Eat Up" begins next week! Thanks to our dedicated food service team, nutritious meals are free for children 18 and under throughout the summer. Adults may purchase meals for $3 each. Breakfast will be served at Paw Paw Later Elementary and Paw Paw Middle School between 8:30 and 9 a.m. , and lunch will be served between 11 a.m. and 12:30 p.m., M-F. #summerfeedingprogram #endchildhunger #MeatUpEatUp #buildtogetherpawpaw
almost 2 years ago, Paw Paw Public Schools
meet up and eat up flyer. Heathy food to fuel your summer. Free! served at PPMS, PPLE, 6/19 - 8/18 - Monday to Friday. Contact: Korrie.perkins@ppps.org, 269-415-5650. meals must be eaten on sit. breakfast: 8:30 to 9 a.m., Lunch: 11 a.m. -12:30 p.m., free meals to children 18 and under, adults may purchase meals for $3.
Great News! Brynn Cummings, a student at Paw Paw Middle School, will appear on the national TV show America's Got Talent on Tuesday, June 13, 2023. Brynn is a talented ventriloquist, artist, and magician, and she will perform as a contestant on the show. The Paw Paw community is invited to attend a Watch Party at Red Arrow MInistries on June 13 from 8 - 10 p.m. We wish you the best of luck, Brynn!
almost 2 years ago, Paw Paw Public Schools
middle school student holding puppet
paw paw middle school student holding puppet
paw paw middle school student on stage holding puppet
Reminder: The PPPS Community Outreach Survey closes tomorrow. If you have not already done so, please take a few minutes to complete the survey. Your input matters! #buildtogetherpawpaw
almost 2 years ago, Paw Paw Public Schools
community survey. Share your voice! At Paw Paw Public Schools, community input is important to us. If you are a resident in the Paw Paw Public School District, we would love to hear from you! Please let your voice be heard by June 9, 2023. You may access the survey by using the QR code below or by visiting https://bit.ly/44B1EgU. Thank you. Build Together logo. QR Code. Community gatherings at Paw Paw Later Elementary.
In today's Awards and Recognition Ceremony at Paw Paw Middle School, every student in the 6th, 7th and 8th grades will receive an award or be recognized for something they have done well throughout the school year. Embracing our Core Value of Success, we congratulate our students and celebrate our amazing teachers and staff who go above and beyond every day to provide opportunities to reach high levels of achievement for every child! #success #buildtogetherpawpaw
almost 2 years ago, Paw Paw Public Schools
principal speaking to students in gym
students standing in bleachers to receive awards
principal speaking in gym to students
principal speaking in gymnamius to middle school students in bleachers
middle school students receiving awards in gymnasium
Representatives from the Paw Paw Public Schools Adult Education met with representatives from Michigan Works/Kinexus and the Van Buren Intermediate School District on June 1 to look at opportunities to connect youth and adult learners and job seekers to programs that help individuals access everything needed to find a job or to advance to a better employment situation. There are exciting things in the works that will come out of these partnerships for PPPS and the surrounding communities. Look for more details in the August edition of the Pride and Progress.
almost 2 years ago, Corey Harbaugh
PPPS staff meet with Michigan Works staff
If your PPPS student will need school bus transportation for the 2023-24 school year, please read the following important message. Thank you!
almost 2 years ago, Paw Paw Public Schools
IMPORTANT: TRANSPORTATION REGISTRATION DEADLINE Notice to families: If your student(s) will need to ride the bus during the 2023-2024 school year, please register by July 28th. Your cooperation is greatly appreciated as this allows the Transportation Department adequate time to determine bus routes and the number of drivers needed. Parents / Guardians will need to log into the Parent Portal in Powerschool, and complete the Transportation Renewal Request Form for the 2023-2024 school year. Please complete, and submit this form before the deadline. All students who will be riding the bus during the 2023-2024 school year will need to register. This also includes students who have ridden the bus in previous school years. Should you have questions or concerns, please call Transportation Director Angela Vasquez at 269-415-5220, or email: Angela.Vasquez@ppps.org . Enjoy your summer! school bus clip art. buildtogether Paw Paw Public Schools logo.
The Van Buren County Great Start Readiness Program (GSRP) is accepting applications for 2023-2024 school year. GSRP is a free preschool program, based on eligibility requirements. Paw Paw classrooms are located in the Cedar Street Campus. Application does not guarantee enrollment. Apply today at: vanburencountypreschools.org
almost 2 years ago, Paw Paw Public Schools
Great Start Readiness Program Paw Paw GSRP Preschool Round Up - red wolves logo, crayons in box, qr code, free to eligible children age 4 by 12/1/23. Free preschool for qualified families with some very low cost tuition for over income families, full day with class held monday - thursday. classrooms located at cedar street campus. ranked as high quality by michigan's great start system. meals and snacks provided with transportation in district. classrooms run by vbisd in partnership with ppps. To learn more, call 269-539=5204. apply today at vanburencountypreschools.org. these materials developed with grant funds from M.D.O.E. application does not guarantee enrollment. eligibility requirements apply.
Due to the popularity of the PPPS Early Childhood Education (ECE) Program, families are encouraged to enroll children as soon as possible for this fall! At this time, the 4-year-old classroom is full, but there's still time to add your child's name to a waiting list. Several spots are still open for the 3-year-old class, and when that class is full, another waiting list will be started. Currently, space is available in the 2 1/2 - to 3-year-old class and the preschool-readiness room, but these are also filling quickly. For more information, please contact the ECE Director: melinda.brennan@ppps.org.
almost 2 years ago, Paw Paw Public Schools
PAW PAW EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION ENROLLMENT Paw Paw Public Schools APR 17, 2023 Come Grow With Us! Paw Paw Early Childhood Education 2023-2024 ENROLLMENT INFORMATION Serving PPPS Staff and PPPS district families Breakfast, lunch, and snacks are provided by PPPS Before and After School Care 6:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. $5 per hour, prorated 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 2023 Full-time openings in Preschools for ages 2½ to 5 years 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. $185 per week Discounts offered: 10% discount on weekly tuition for the 2nd child in the family 10% discount on weekly tuition for PPPS staff Enrollment for PPPS staff children begins April 10, 2023 Enrollment for PPPS district children begins on April 22, 2023 Child must be at least 30 months old to enroll. Please pick up an enrollment packet and turn in completed packets at Cedar Street Office, M-F between 8:30-3:30. Packets will be dated and processed in the order in which they are received. We will not do enrollment online this year. Paw Paw Early Childhood Education HOUSED AT OUR Cedar Street Campus 555 Cedar Street Paw Paw, MI 49079 DIRECTOR MINDY BRENNAN (269) 415-5728 melinda.brennan@ppps.org Find Us Paw Paw Public Schools 119 Johnson Road Paw Paw, Michigan 49079 269-415-5200 269-415-5201 PPPS Website Accessibility Statement Schools Paw Paw Public Schools Paw Paw Early Elementary Paw Paw Later Elementary Paw Paw Middle School Paw Paw High School Cedar Street Community & Family Center Stay Connected Download our iOS App Download our Android App Visit us on FacebookVisit us on Twitter Copyright © 2023 Paw Paw Public Schools. All rights reserved.
If you're looking for an exciting new adventure for your 5 to 12-year-old child this summer, there are a limited number of spots open in the all-new PPPS BASE Summer Camp! Registration forms are available at the Early Elementary, the Later Elementary and the Cedar Street Campus. Registration forms and camp fees should be returned to the Cedar Street Campus and will be accepted on a first come, first served basis. For questions, email Lacey Jackson at lacey.jackson@ppps.org
almost 2 years ago, Paw Paw Public Schools
Paw Paw Public Schools BASE SUMMER CAMP Summer 2023 Sessions Enroll Now! Summer is all about having fun! Offered for the first time, children ages 5-12 can join an exciting new adventure this summer at Paw Paw Later Elementary! BASE Summer Camp offers affordable and reliable daycare throughout the summer for elementary- aged children. An innovative extension of the Before and After School Enrichment Program, BASE Summer Camp education experts promise to engage children in fun and exciting activities that will keep them learning all summer long! With a focus on the PPPS Core Values of Integrity, Community, Success, Innovation and Kindness, BASE Camp staff will develop, support, challenge and inspire every child for life-long success! For questions, call 269-415-5700, or email BASE Director Lacey Jackson at lacey.jackson@ppps.org. CAMP COST: Registration Fee: New BASE Enrollment $30 per child / $60 max per family Weekly Cost 5 day Camp - $175 / week 3 day Camp - $120 / week *15% sibling discount. Camp Schedule: Week 1: June 19-23 Week 2: June 26-30 Week 3: July 5-7 (3-day week only) Week 4: July 10-14 Week 5: July 24-28 Week 6: July 31-August 4 Week 7: August 7-11 Week 8: August 14-18 *No Camp the week of July 17-July 21* Earliest Drop Off Time: 6:00am Latest Pick Up Time: 6:00pm A maximum of a ten (10) hour day will
Today, students from Paw Paw Later Elementary got outside and enjoyed a much-anticipated end-of-school-year tradition. It was Track & Field Day at Falan Field! Grateful for all the teachers, staff, volunteers, spectators, and middle school student volunteers who helped make this day possible. #trackandfieldday #run #community #buildtogetherpawpaw
almost 2 years ago, Paw Paw Public Schools
elem. students running outside on school track
middle school students volunteering to help with elementary students at track and field day
3 school staff members outside with therapy dog at Falan Field
elementary students running in relay race at Falan Field
3rd grade students at track and field day at Falan Field
5th grade students running relay race at Falan Field
students in stands at Falan Field
5 students in stands at Falan Field
students running relay race at Falan Field
Due to unforeseen circumstances, the DINO bus will not be transporting students home this afternoon, Monday, May22nd. We apologize for the inconvenience and late notice.
almost 2 years ago, Angela Vasquez
Reminder: Tomorrow is the last PPPS Senior Citizens Luncheon for this school year. You won't want to miss a special summer-themed picnic menu as talented middle school students perform from their latest musical! A special thanks to all who have participated, performed and prepared food for these special monthly gatherings. Have a spectacular summer! #BuildTogetherPawPaw
almost 2 years ago, Paw Paw Public Schools
build together logo. Senior Citizens Luncheon at PPHS 30609 Red Arrow Hwy. at 1:15 p.m. (doors open at 1 pm) menu: hot dogs, potato salad, chips and dip, watermelon, ice cream. Friday, May 19. two senior women having lunch together
Reminder: Be sure to join us at 5:30 p.m. today at Paw Paw Later Elementary to preview the 2022 Bond Projects and learn more about the exciting progress that is being made! #buildtogetherpawpaw
almost 2 years ago, Paw Paw Public Schools
ommunity Open House You're invited! If you would like to preview the 2022 Bond Projects and learn more about the exciting progress that is being made, then be sure to attend this community open house and gallery on May 15! Architectural and construction management experts will be on hand to answer questions as guests move through the three stations, one for each design package in the series. MONDAY, MAY 15, 2023 5:30 to 6:30 PM Paw Paw Later Elementary 612 North Street, Paw Paw Design Gallery: · Cafeteria expansion, baseball field drainage, and soccer restroom renovations · Early Childhood Education Center · Middle School renovations, Early and Later Elementary classroom additions and renovations Build Together Logo Paw Paw Public Schools Tower Pinkster Logo Owen Ames Kimball Logo *Photos of E.C.E.C. rendering and H.S. Cafeteria Expansion Find Us Paw Paw Public Schools 119 Johnson Road Paw Paw, Michigan 49079 269-415-5200 269-415-5201
Today is School Communicators Day celebrating the incredibly valuable work of school public relations professionals, and when it comes to telling the Paw Paw Public Schools story, nobody does it better than our own Lisa Shanley, PPPS Director of Communications. Congratulations and thanks for all you do behind the scenes to shine a positive light on our people and programs.
almost 2 years ago, Corey Harbaugh
Superintendent Reo poses with PPPS Director of Communications Lisa Shanley
Today at Paw Paw Early Elementary, over 100 "Future Red Wolves" and their families are attending Kindergarten and Young 5's Round-Up! With this year's new streamlined process, students check in, receive their photo passports - complete with a "future red wolf" signing ceremony - and then make their way through the various stations, collecting their goodie bags at the end. Welcome to the wolf pack! #Kindergartenroundup #buildtogetherpawpaw
almost 2 years ago, Paw Paw Public Schools
principals with student seated in front of red wolves backdrop
principals standing with student seated in front of red wolves backdrop
nurse and secretary seated in front of elementary school
passport
nurse checking girl's teeth in classroom
family at kindergarten registration with elem. staff outside
student & teacher seated in library
Happy National Teacher Appreciation Week! #TeacherAppreciationWeek #BuildTogetherPawPaw
almost 2 years ago, Paw Paw Public Schools
Dear PPPS Teachers, Thank you for going above and beyond for our students! We appreciate all of the ways you live and teach our core values every day. build together logo. our core values: integrity, success, innovations, kindness. Nat'l Teacher Appreciation Week May 8-12