Peoria Public Schools

📧🤯 Dr. Kherat has sent an incredible number of emails during her time with PPS! Now that's a lot of communication, leadership, and dedication to our students, staff, and community!

🎓 Dream big and plan for your future!

ICC's Upward Bound program provides free support for first-generation and income-eligible high school students, including tutoring, college tours, academic advising, and career readiness opportunities. 🌟

As the 2025–26 school year comes to a close and Dr. Kherat prepares for retirement, we're sharing a little fun trivia to celebrate her incredible impact on Peoria Public Schools! 💙✨

🍎 We're Hiring Food Service Workers! 🍎

Help fuel student success every day while working with an amazing team.

Apply today at www.psd150.org/jobs

Save the Date!

Last day of school! 🎉

Today is a HALF DAY for all students!
❌ No school for Valeska Hinton Early Childhood Education Center!
🕒 KCSS will still have a FULL DAY!

Have a great summer! ☀️

In observance of Memorial Day, all schools and district offices will be closed as we remember and honor those who served. 🇺🇸

May is Asian American & Pacific Islander Heritage Month! 💙 This month, we celebrate the cultures, traditions, and contributions of AAPI communities.

🎓 Congratulations to our 2026 D2 Diploma recipients! These outstanding students earned their associate degree alongside their high school diploma — an incredible achievement! We couldn’t be prouder of their hard work and dedication. 💙

Front Row L-R: Dr. Kherat, Sydney Johnson, Taylor Burke, Rita Hopson, Bruce Budde (Interim President of ICC)
Back Row L-R: Sanesa Williams, Micah Hill, Sania Paul
Not Pictured: Mireya Montesdeoca

🚔💙 Get ready for a night of fun, food, games, and connection at the upcoming Police Lock-In!

Thank you for being heroes of communication! Your work makes a lasting difference and we are SO grateful for all that you do!

🎓 Class of 2026, you did it! Congratulations!

🎓 1 day until graduation!
So many memories! One unforgettable milestone! 💫

🎓 2 days until graduation!
🎉 The tassel turn is getting closer!

💙 It was a morning full of gratitude at Dr. C.T. Vivian Primary School! Staff hosted a special breakfast to celebrate the amazing volunteers who make a difference in the lives of our students.

Congratulations to the recipients of the Community Contribution Award, University United Methodist Church, and all the supporters who help uplift our school community! 🎉

🎓 3 days until graduation!
Get your caps and gowns ready!

Peoria High welcomed graduating seniors from across the district to Kouzens for a celebratory brunch! 🍽️

Huge shoutout to Dr. Tate, TRIO, and DIGIM for pouring into the Class of 2026 before they take the stage. 🎓✨

💙 Support is available for all families!

🛒 Hand Up Peoria Food Pantry
May 14 & May 28 | 10 AM – 12 PM

👶 Diaper Giveaway
May 13 & May 27 | 10 AM – 11 AM

📍 Wraparound Center
1419 S. Folker Ave. (Door 15, Trewyn School – Laramie & Latrobe side)

We’re here to connect families with helpful resources. 💙

Congratulations to Mariela Garcia-Alvarando and Raul Ruano of Advantage Communications on being named Remarkable Coaches for the PPS Speech and Debate program! 🎉

They helped prepare three students who attended the Amazing Shake at Ron Clark Academy in Atlanta and are passionate about giving students a stage and helping them find their voice. 🎤