Reminder to seniors and their parents, Josten’s will be at school during lunch tomorrow (Friday) to collect orders for announcements, cap and gown, and other swag.
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
From the PPHS Counseling Office: Today, Sept. 10, is World Suicide Prevention Day. While focus on suicide prevention is important every day of the year, this month is an excellent time to increase awareness and education. Shared below is an educational video for Parents/Guardians. Reminder Counselors are available to students every day at school.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TokWrCfq_Cc
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.
Optional Fall Testing
Any student interested in taking the SAT, NMSQT, or PSAT this Fall must sign up via the google form sent to their email.
Reminder that tomorrow (Wednesday) is our first Early Release. We will dismiss at 1:45pm.
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.
Here’s what’s happening at PPHS for the week of September 6-11:
Here's a look at PPHS Activities for the week of September 7-11
Paw Paw Athletic Boosters are sponsoring a Cornhole tournament on September 18. Join the fun, support the Red Wolves, and win prizes!
Paw Paw Athletic Boosters are selling yard signs as a way to show your support for Red Wolves Athletics.
They have reopened the sign orders until 9/8 at midnight. Signs will be available for pickup on 9/15.
Check it out at:
https://www.looksharponline.com/ppys.htm
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.
At PPHS, classes start at 7:45.
Hallways will open at 7:30.
Please plan to drop off at this time.
The building doors unlock at 7:20, but students who enter then will need to wait in the commons until the halls open.
PPHS Newsletter with info about the start of school, has been emailed to parents and is available here:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1bYomcVc8N3aQk1wUHTdYivx23osulkaP/view?usp=drivesdk
Mrs. Lee is available today until 2:15pm for any student who would like to get their chromebook. You need a signed agreement form and your usage fee paid.
HS students who still need to get their chromebooks:
Mrs Lee is available in the library today until 11:30am today to distribute devices. You’ll need $25 with you or paid on efunds, and a parent signature on the agreement form.
Dear High School Parents,
The staff at Paw Paw High School is looking forward to the opportunity to meet with parents and students during our Open House that is scheduled for Monday, August 23 from 6:00- 7:30 pm. Because all of our students and their parents are invited to Open House, we have put some guidelines in place to help us maintain a safe environment for all. Please be aware of the following:
1. As much as possible, all families are asked to limit those attending the High School Open House to the child attending Paw Paw High School and his/her parents or guardians.
2. All those attending the Open House are highly encouraged to wear a mask while inside the school buildings.
3. Families are asked to attend the Open House during the time slots indicated below. We understand that this schedule may not work for everyone and welcome students and parents to attend at alternate times if necessary.
PAW PAW HIGH SCHOOL
Student’s Last Name Begins A-G
6:00-6:30 P.M.
Student’s Last Name Begins H-O
6:30-7:00 P.M.
Student’s Last Name Begins P-Z
7:00-7:30 P.M.
Thank you!