Free, family-centered event connecting families and the community with local nonprofits, community programs, workshops, and helpful resources. This event will be held outdoors weather permitting.
Tuesday, September 29, 2026
4:30–6:30 PM
Peoria Public Schools Wraparound Center
1419 S. Folkers Ave.
Peoria, IL 61605
Tuesday, September 29, 2026
4:30–6:30 PM
Peoria Public Schools Wraparound Center
1419 S. Folkers Ave.
Peoria, IL 61605
Happy Labor Day from PPS! 🇺🇸
Enjoy the well-deserved day off; you’ve earned it!
Enjoy the well-deserved day off; you’ve earned it!
The September dates are in!
🗣️ Stand up! Show up! Be there!
🗣️ Stand up! Show up! Be there!
The September dates are in!
🗣️ Stand up! Show up! Be there!
🗣️ Stand up! Show up! Be there!
⚓️ Happy Birthday, Superintendent Dr. Bell! 🌊
Wishing our captain a fantastic day! 🎉
#AnchoredInExcellence
Wishing our captain a fantastic day! 🎉
#AnchoredInExcellence
🌊 Dr. Bell charted new waters today with his first Superintendent’s Round Table! Students from across PPS came aboard to hear about his journey to leading our district and where we’re headed next. ⚓️
🌟 Today is a School Improvement Day
Half Day Schedule -
🟢 Tier 1: 7:30–10:30 AM
🔵 Tier 2: 8:30–11:30 AM
🏫 Glen Barton
Day Treatment & Rise Academy: 7:30–10:30 AM
🟣 PAT Academy: 8:30–11:30 AM
🟠 KCSS: 8:15–10:30 AM
Have a great half day! 🎉
Half Day Schedule -
🟢 Tier 1: 7:30–10:30 AM
🔵 Tier 2: 8:30–11:30 AM
🏫 Glen Barton
Day Treatment & Rise Academy: 7:30–10:30 AM
🟣 PAT Academy: 8:30–11:30 AM
🟠 KCSS: 8:15–10:30 AM
Have a great half day! 🎉
🎤🏆 Celebrating our Speech & Debate team!
Congratulations to our remarkable students who competed at Nationals and proudly represented Peoria Public Schools! We are so proud of the hard work and talent you displayed on the national stage. 👏💙
🌟 Special shoutout to Eleanor D., a quarterfinalist, and Marvin P., a semifinalist!
Bowties and big smiles! Superintendent Dr. Bell and a Dr. Maude Sanders Primary student, starting the year in style!
⚓ Welcome back, students! The crew is together, the course is set, and we're ready to sail into a remarkable school year! ⚓ #AnchoredInExcellence
We loved seeing our Transportation Department at Convocation as we prepare to set sail into a new school year. Thank you for helping our students stay on course by getting them to and from school safely each day. #AnchoredInExcellence
📚 As students set sail on a new school year, our community is answering the call to Stand Up. Show Up. Be There.
Join us in cheering on our scholars and helping them start the school year strong!⚓ #AnchoredInExcellence
📚 First Day of School for ALL students: Wednesday, August 5
Before the first day, remember:
🎒 Clear backpacks are required for grades 5TH-8TH and high school students ONLY. They can be purchased at your student's school.
📵 Cell phones may only be used outside of school hours.
💉 Immunizations and physicals are due by October 15 for kindergarten, 6th, 9th, and 12th grade students.
We can't wait to welcome our students back on August 5!
Before the first day, remember:
🎒 Clear backpacks are required for grades 5TH-8TH and high school students ONLY. They can be purchased at your student's school.
📵 Cell phones may only be used outside of school hours.
💉 Immunizations and physicals are due by October 15 for kindergarten, 6th, 9th, and 12th grade students.
We can't wait to welcome our students back on August 5!
A great first day at KCSS! 📚✨ Principal Thomas started the morning by encouraging students to make the 2026-27 school year their best one yet.
🇺🇸 Happy Independence Day! 🦅
As we celebrate America’s 250th birthday year, we wish everyone a safe and happy Fourth of July.
📅 PPS offices will be closed on Thursday, July 3, in observance of the holiday.
As we celebrate America’s 250th birthday year, we wish everyone a safe and happy Fourth of July.
📅 PPS offices will be closed on Thursday, July 3, in observance of the holiday.
👏 Join us in welcoming Dr.Jerry Bell as the incoming Superintendent of Peoria Public Schools! It is his first official day in this role, and we are excited for the leadership he brings to our district.
Dr. Bell shared his focus on supporting educators, strengthening communication with families, improving student learning, and ensuring safe schools for all students. He is committed to listening, learning, and working alongside staff and families as we prepare for the August 5th start of school.
Welcome, Dr. Bell! 🎉
Dr. Bell shared his focus on supporting educators, strengthening communication with families, improving student learning, and ensuring safe schools for all students. He is committed to listening, learning, and working alongside staff and families as we prepare for the August 5th start of school.
Welcome, Dr. Bell! 🎉
Are you looking to up your chess game this summer??
Check out the ICA Chess Camps downstate the week of July 27-31th! There is a scholastic tournament too!!
Peoria option - THREE Days of Lessons with IM Gauri Shankar, IM Arjun Vishnuvardhan in Peoria, and the Scholastic Tournament in Bloomington for $150!!!
Peoria Public Schools Student $75 Discount = PEORIA150
(thanks to a generous donor)
Bloomington/Normal option - One Day of Lessons with IM Gauri Shankar, and IM Arjun Vishnuvardhan for $50, and includes Free entry to the Scholastic Tournament in Bloomington.
Peoria
https://www.kingregistration.com/event/2026ChessCamp
Bloomington/Normal
https://www.kingregistration.com/event/26ICABNCAMP
Tournament ONLY - Bloomington/Normal
https://www.kingregistration.com/event/26camptour
Greater Peoria Chess Mark W. Bills Middle School PPS Chess
🏫 Peoria Public Schools' incoming superintendent, Dr. Jerry Bell, shared his vision for the future of PPS at the Peoria Area Chamber’s State of Greater Peoria Education address.
📚 His goals include improving student achievement, reducing absenteeism, building strong relationships, and ensuring every student graduates ready for success. 🌟
📚 His goals include improving student achievement, reducing absenteeism, building strong relationships, and ensuring every student graduates ready for success. 🌟
🎒 Start the 2026-27 school year off right! Don't miss these back-to-school physical events to help your student be ready for the 1st day!
🏆 Eight months in a row!
Congratulations to Principal June Smothers and the team at Von Steuben Middle School for winning the Attendance Challenge! What a remarkable streak!
👏 May Attendance Challenge Winners:
🥇 Von Steuben Middle School
🥈 Harold B. Dawson Middle School
🥉 Franklin Primary School
Congratulations to Principal June Smothers and the team at Von Steuben Middle School for winning the Attendance Challenge! What a remarkable streak!
👏 May Attendance Challenge Winners:
🥇 Von Steuben Middle School
🥈 Harold B. Dawson Middle School
🥉 Franklin Primary School
