Peoria Public Schools

Congratulations on advancing to regionals!

📚✏️ Reminder! Wednesday, March 4 is a SIP (School Improvement Plan) Day!

It’s a half day for all students, and there is no school for students at Valeska Hinton Early Childhood Education Center.

Hats off to Fabian Daniels! 🎉

She’s one of just seven finalists chosen from nearly 100 school leaders across Illinois for the Golden Apple Award for Excellence in Leadership. 🌟

We’re so proud to see her leadership recognized! 👏

🍽️ This Thursday, March 5th, at the Warrior Way Café: cozy up with tomato basil soup, cheesy lasagna, and finish sweet with Limoncello layer cake! 😋

Don’t forget to snap a picture with our WCTC Bison 🦬 before you dig in! We’d love to see your café moments! 📸✨

💙 This week, we celebrate the remarkable school social workers of Peoria Public Schools who support our students’ academic success, emotional well-being, and overall growth every single day!

Join us in saying THANK YOU and write a word of encouragement in the comments!

🎓 Dr. Kherat delivered an inspiring message at the African American Hall of Fame Banquet this weekend!
We are so proud to share that PPS high school seniors were awarded $52,000 in scholarships to support their futures! 👏🏾👏🏾

Our award-winning culinary program at Woodruff Career and Technical Center is a recipe for success!
Learn more at www.psd150.org/nextlevel
#WoodruffCTC #NextLevelProgram #CareerReady #PPSProud

👏 Congratulations to the Community Contribution Award winners, the Peoria High School PPTO Officers!

President Trina Jordan, Treasurer Teresa Chappell, and Secretary Carrie Hill are the driving force behind the group’s strength and stability.

Their leadership and dedication show up in their monthly fundraisers, strong organization, and commitment to creating a welcoming space for everyone. 💙

👏👏 We are so excited to celebrate Duranda Jones, a teacher’s aide at Glen Barton, for earning a Remarkable Spirit Award!

Known for her contagious laugh, she brings positive energy to all the students and staff around her.

PPS appreciates you!✨

🍎❤️ Shoutout to Josie Williams, a teacher at Whittier Primary, for earning the Remarkable Spirit Award!

Described as “loved by all,” she is known for bringing joy, kindness, and connection to her classroom every day!

PPS is brighter because of you! ✨

The Mardi Gras District-Wide Speech Competition was a huge success! 🎭✨

Here’s a clear look at our champions and team results:

🏆 Champions

Elementary Declamation: Justice D., Annie Jo Gordon Community Learning Center
Elementary Informative Speaking: Barbie A., Liberty Leadership Middle School
Elementary Original Oratory: Nova B., Whittier Primary School
Elementary Poetry: Marley H., Franklin Primary School
Elementary Prose: Langston F., Trewyn K-8 School
Elementary Storytelling: Treasure F., Trewyn K-8 School

Middle School Interpretation: Marvin P., Trewyn K-8 School
Middle School Public Speaking: Lucero M. R., Annie Jo Gordon Community Learning Center
Spanish Interpretation: Virginia R. G., Annie Jo Gordon Community Learning Center

Elementary Royal Rumble: Adonis P., Von Steuben Middle School
Middle School Royal Rumble: Martin R., Annie Jo Gordon Community Learning Center

🏆 Team Sweepstakes Results
Elementary Champions

🥇 1st – Trewyn K-8 School
🥈 2nd – Whittier Primary School
🥉 3rd – Lincoln K-8 School

Middle School Champions

🥇 1st – Annie Jo Gordon Community Learning Center
🥈 2nd – Sterling Middle School
🥉 3rd – Glen Oak Community Learning Center

A six-figure career doesn’t require a four-year degree. At Woodruff Career and Technical Center, students gain real skills that lead to real opportunities.

Explore WCTC programs:
💈 Barbering
🚗 Collision Technology/Auto Body
🏗️ Construction
💇‍♀️ Cosmetology
⚖️ Criminal Justice
🍽️ Culinary Arts
🚑 Emergency Services
🪮 Hair Braiding
🔥 Fire Science
❄️ HVAC
🩺 Health Occupations
💅 Nail Technology
🤝 Work-Based Learning

Find your path. Start building your future today.
#WoodruffCTC #NextLevelProgram #CareerReady #PPSProud

Announcing the Peoria County Chess Championship !!! Saturday, February 21, 2026 Hosted by Mark W. Bills Middle School Sponsored by Peoria County Regional Office of Education & Greater Peoria Chess ***Students must attend a Peoria County Public or Private school*** https://www.kingregistration.com/event/PeoriaCounty26 $5 Entry at the door (Peoria Public Schools plays FREE) Doors Open 8am Registration Open until 8:45am First Round 9:30am All other rounds ASAP 6 Sections - Swiss System K-3 - 5 Rounds - G30/5d 4-5 - 5 Rounds - G30/5d Junior High 6, 7, & 8 - 4 Rounds - G30/5d High School 9-12 - 4 Rounds - G30/5d Awards top 10 in each division (K-3, 4-5, 6, 7, & 😎 Top 5 HS. Biggest upset in each division. Top 3 teams in each division K-3, 4-5, 6-8, HS)

At Woodruff Career and Technical Center, students receive hands-on training and certifications for in-demand careers. The trades provide strong pay, job security, and opportunities to grow. 💼🏗️
Check out what WCTC has to offer:
💈 Barbering
🚗 Collision Technology/Auto Body
🏗️ Construction
💇‍♀️ Cosmetology
⚖️ Criminal Justice
🍽️ Culinary Arts
🚑 Emergency Services
🪮 Hair Braiding
🔥 Fire Science
❄️ HVAC
🩺 Health Occupations
💅 Nail Technology
🤝 Work-Based Learning
Build your future with skills that last.
#WoodruffCTC #NextLevelProgram #CareerReady #PPSProud

Northmoor students are honoring Black History Month through art! 🎨

After studying artists like Sam Gilliam, Alma Thomas, and Jean-Michel Basquiat, students created their own drape-inspired pieces! They are now proudly displayed in the hallway!

🚀 Next Level at Woodruff Career & Technical Center is NOT an alternative school.
It’s an alternative path to a career.

Students get hands-on experience and can earn certifications in programs like:
💈 Barbering
🚗 Collision Technology/Auto Body
🏗️ Construction
💇‍♀️ Cosmetology
⚖️ Criminal Justice
🍽️ Culinary Arts
🚑 Emergency Services
🪮 Hair Braiding
🔥 Fire Science
❄️ HVAC
🩺 Health Occupations
💅 Nail Technology
🤝 Work-Based Learning

💡 Different path. Strong future.
#WoodruffCTC #NextLevelProgram #CareerReady #PPSProud

To every driver, mechanic, dispatcher, trainer, router, and support staff member — thank you for keeping our students moving each day safely. 💛 We can't thank our Transportation staff enough for all that they do!

Students in grades 7–12 showed off their robotic skills at the FIRST Tech Challenge hosted by Manual High School, representing 29 schools across Central Illinois!

Shoutout to our Peoria Public Schools team—Manual High School Robo Rams for designing and building robots to compete in an exciting 2-minute and 12-second challenge.