
🎉🏀 Go, Teams, Go! 🏀🎉 What an amazing moment for our district! We are thrilled to announce that both Peoria High School Lions and Manual High School Rams are moving on to the IL IHSA 2A & 3A basketball Super Sectionals! 🌟 Our Admin staff are wearing their colors today in support of our teams. It's not every day we have two teams representing our district at this level! Come out and show your team spirit! Let’s fill the arenas with our pride and support!
🦁 The PHS Lions (3A) are set to face off against Chicago Brother Rice tonight at Pontiac at 7 PM. 🐏 Meanwhile, the MHS Rams (2A) battle Williamsville at the Bank of Springfield Center at 6 PM. 🙌🏾🙌🙌🏽🙌🏼 Let's cheer them all on to victory! #GoLions #GoRams #DistrictPride #SemiFinals #HoopsMadness


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📢Shout out to our amazing PPS Speech-Language Pathologists for helping students find their voice -you make a world of difference, one word at a time! 📢


🌟 Exciting news! 🌟 The Mayor’s Peoria Role Model Project joined us for the Superintendent Roundtable! They shared career insights, successes, and tips with our high school and middle school student leaders!



🍽️ Fuel for learning! Every PPS student gets free breakfast every day—because a great day starts with a great meal! 🥞


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📚We're celebrating Read Across America at PPS! Let's honor different cultures through books. 🌍Share your favorite diverse story and why it inspires you!


📚✨ It's Read Across America Week 2025! ✨📚
Share a selfie with your favorite Dr. Seuss book AND wearing a crazy hat before school starts tomorrow. Most creative 🎩 hat wins a prize! 🏆 #CrazyHatDay #ReadAcrossAmerica


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As Black History Month ends, we celebrate love, legacy, and the dreams that shape generations. Like a mother wishing the best for her son’s future, let’s continue uplifting the stories that inspire us! ❤️📖


📚 Celebrate Black History Month with stories of courage! Olu is nervous about his first day of school, but he learns to face his fears with confidence and resilience. A great read for teaching kids about bravery and new beginnings!


💈In Black communities, the barbershop isn’t just about the fade; it’s about wisdom, connection, and culture. This Black History Month, we celebrate spaces like these—where confidence is shaped, history is shared, and voices are heard. 📚


🏆Congratulations to Northmoor Primary’s Custodians for receiving the Remarkable Spirit Award at last night’s board meeting! Your hard work and positivity make a difference every day! 👏
👏 Shoutout to the Manual PTO, honored with the Community Contribution Award for their dedication and support! Your impact on students and families is truly appreciated! 🙌



☀️ Summer is just around the corner! As we celebrate Black History Month, dive into the warmth, joy, and adventures of summer with a great read that highlights Black voices and stories. 📚


🧪These district winners of the Invention Convention are moving on to the next exciting stage—competing at the state level! Congratulations for creating unique inventions! 🧪


📚We’re proud to highlight Dr. Tristen Brenaé Johnson, a PPS alumni whose inspiring book encourages young Black children to embrace their uniqueness and the rich history tied to their names. Let’s celebrate the power of names this Black History Month! ✊🏽


Enjoy a delicious Southern meal this Thursday, Feb. 27, prepared by WCTC’s talented culinary students—for just $8!
📅 Reserve by noon, Feb. 26 – Email warriorwaycafe@psd150.org
Come hungry, leave happy! 🍽️


Reach out to your school counselor for a referral to Cartwheel today!
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💇🏾♀️✨ Celebrate Black History Month by exploring the beauty and history of Black hair! Here is a great read on culture and self-expression!📖


🎓Seniors, need help paying for college? The PPS Foundation offers scholarships just for Peoria Public Schools students—ranging from $500 to $4,000! ✍️ Apply online by March 1! Visit www.ppsfoundation.org for more information!
