📚 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
5 days ago, PPS Communications
Principal Brown CANNOT WAIT to have you back at school!!! ❤️🖤❤️
✅ Come into the school office between 9am and 3pm to update info or register.
👕 Take advantage of those uniform sales so you are ready for our first day on Wednesday, August 5! Colors are posted on the district website linked above.
📌 Save the date for Unpack Your Backpack at Franklin on Tuesday, August 4 from 5-6:30pm (sensory friendly time for STAR/XCAT from 4-5pm)!
❤️🖤❤️🖤❤️
ONLY 12 MORE DAYS UNTIL WE GET TO SEE YOU AGAIN!!!!
9 days ago, Amanda Brown
Come join the best school staff in Peoria! Franklin Primary is looking for a special education teacher and a teacher paraprofessional. ❤️Reach out today!! 📞💌
15 days ago, Amanda Brown
🎒 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!
about 1 month ago, PPS Communications
In observance of Juneteenth, all Peoria Public Schools offices will be closed.
Juneteenth celebrates the end of slavery in the United States. We encourage our community to take time to learn, reflect, and uplift one another as we honor this important day. ❤️🖤💚
about 1 month ago, PPS Communications
Back for its sixth year, the park district is proud to offer unlimited access to Peoria Zoo, Peoria PlayHouse Children’s Museum, Owens Ice Center, Golf Learning Center, Gwynn Family Aquatic Center and the pool at Proctor Recreation Center for PPS students and their families, June 1 through August 31, thanks to funding from the Illinois Criminal Justice Information Authority.
Passes should have been received in the mail this week. Didn’t get one? Simply bring in a student ID, report card, or anything else as proof of school attendance to the Noble Center (1125 W Lake Ave) or Proctor Recreation Center (309 S DuSable St) pick up one today!
about 2 months ago, Amanda Brown
Save the Date!
2 months ago, PPS Communications
Field Day was a blast!! ❤️ We had so much fun sending our Falcons off into summer!
Have a safe break! We love you!!
2 months ago, Amanda Brown
Thank you for being heroes of communication! Your work makes a lasting difference and we are SO grateful for all that you do!
3 months ago, PPS Communications
Join us for lunch and AMAZING student performances at the Riverfront Museum’s Sun Plaza on May 14th! Food trucks will be on site, so bring your appetite, too! Let’s come together to support our talented young artists and show our appreciation for the arts in education!
3 months ago, PPS Communications
Shoutout to our amazing Sign Language Interpreters for bridging the gap between the hearing world and our Deaf and Hard of Hearing (DHH) students! Your work empowers, connects, and inspires every day. 🙌💙
3 months ago, PPS Communications
Thank you to all our school nurses and clinic nurses who support our staff and students each and every day!
3 months ago, PPS Communications
Advantage Communications presents
Speech & Debate Camp June 1-18 for grades 3-8.
Register Today!
3 months ago, PPS Communications
🌟 Happy Teacher Appreciation Week! 🌟
This week, we’re celebrating the heart and soul of our schools—our incredible teachers!
📢 Here's what YOU can do
1. Encourage your kids to write a note, draw a picture, or simply say “thank you” to their teacher this week.
2. Let’s flood this feed with gratitude, appreciation, and love for the educators who make a difference every day. Tag your school and your favorite teacher in the comments and share a memory or a "thank you" message! 🍎🫶
3 months ago, PPS Communications
What an incredible celebration of diversity! The 3rd Annual Multicultural Fair brought together teachers from 17 different countries to share their vibrant cultures with students, families, and the Peoria community. Peoria Public Schools proudly participates in the J-1 Visa program, welcoming global talent to enrich our classrooms and foster cultural exchange. Take a look back at this unforgettable event!
🎥 Watch the recap here!
https://youtu.be/OJZeESvuuM0
3 months ago, PPS Communications
Thanks for all you do at Franklin Primary!
3 months ago, PPS Communications
3 months ago, PPS Communications
Looking for something fun, free, and family-friendly this weekend? Join us on Saturday at the Third Annual Multicultural Fair at the Peoria Riverfront Museum.
3 months ago, PPS Communications
📢 Join this FREE Handle With Care Webinar Series!
Learn practical, evidence-based strategies to support children facing trauma and create more compassionate, resilient workplaces. Perfect for educators, law enforcement, social workers, nurses, and community professionals.
👉 Register now: chestnut.org/hwc-webinars
Let’s make a difference together!
3 months ago, PPS Communications
🎉 Parent University Block Party 🎉
Calling all Pre-K–4th grade families! Join us for a day of food, music, games, and resources!
📅 Register by March 27th! Don’t wait!
⚠️ All students must be pre-registered
🎟️ Wristbands required for entry
4 months ago, PPS Communications
