Congratulations to Brooklynn M.! She was a district finalist for the Young Author's competition and was recognized at Monday's board meeting. Her story is titled, "Echoes in the Pines". ✏️📖

about 2 months ago, Meghan Moody
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Our spring spirit wear sale is underway! This season's items will be heather gray with a navy and red Raiders logo.
Order forms were sent home with students last week, but you can also purchase online here.
All orders and money are due by 2:00 p.m. this Friday, March 27th. Items will be delivered to the school after Spring Break.

about 2 months ago, Meghan Moody
spirit wear
Did you know the HBD PTO is selling chocolate bars as a fundraiser for our school this year? 🍫 You have a few options:
--Students can purchase directly from Mrs. Moody during the school day.
--Students, families, and community members can order online at this link and pickup from the school the following day. https://chocolate-bars-94187.cheddarup.com
Help support our school and feed your sweet tooth by purchasing some chocolate bars today!
about 2 months ago, Meghan Moody
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3/22 Raider Review: https://peoriapublicschoolsil.edurooms.com/engage/harold-b-dawson-jr-middle-school/newsletters/raider-review-3-22
about 2 months ago, Meghan Moody
HBD Weekly Schedule (9)
This week, we celebrated Mr. A - our band & music director! 🎶
He is incredibly passionate about music education, and the students thrive in his classroom!
about 2 months ago, Meghan Moody
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Let's show our support for MHS by wearing orange and black tomorrow! 🧡🏀🖤
about 2 months ago, Meghan Moody
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👏🎵Keeping our schools in tune and on tempo. We appreciate our music directors today! Thank you for all that you do! 👏🎵
about 2 months ago, PPS Communications
music director appreciation day

Our spring spirit wear sale has begun! This season's items will be heather gray with a navy and red Raiders logo.
Order forms were sent home with students this week, but you can also purchase online here.
All orders and money are due by 2:00 p.m. on Friday, March 27th. Items will be delivered to the school after Spring Break.

about 2 months ago, Meghan Moody
spirit wear
Tomorrow is St. Patrick's Day! Students can wear a green top with uniform bottoms.
This is not a free dress day. Students who come fully out of uniform will call home for a change of clothes.
about 2 months ago, Meghan Moody
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3/15 Raider Review: https://peoriapublicschoolsil.edurooms.com/engage/harold-b-dawson-jr-middle-school/newsletters/raider-review-3-15
about 2 months ago, Meghan Moody
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It's PI DAY! Due to state testing, we will be celebrating at the end of the month. Students with zero major referrals between now and then can earn the chance to pie their favorite (or least favorite?) staff member in the face! 🥧

about 2 months ago, Meghan Moody
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Our PTO meeting is tonight. Start time was supposed to be 5:30, but the volleyball game is running later. We should start by 6:00 p.m.
2 months ago, Meghan Moody
PTO Reminder (3)
Per the district, ALL after-school activities for today (Tues. March 10) are cancelled. Stay safe indoors!
2 months ago, Meghan Moody
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Corrections for this week:
Tuesday's volleyball game at Trewyn is at 4:30 pm.
Thursday's volleyball game vs. Glen Oak is at 4:00 pm. The PTO meeting has been moved to 5:30 pm on Thursday. Come cheer on our Raiders and stay to support our school!
2 months ago, Meghan Moody
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Our schools run smoothly thanks to the hard work and dedication of our amazing maintenance team! 🛠️ Thank you for all that you do!
2 months ago, PPS Communications
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Last week to register for Intercession!

Registration fees for the first week are paid by Peoria Public Schools if registration is completed by 3/12/2026. Transportation, breakfast, and lunch will be provided for those who register by March 12th. See what is available here: https://www.peoriapublicschools.org/page/intercession-programs

2 months ago, PPS Communications
Intercession March 30-April 2

🍀 Spring into action and check out the March edition of The Remarkable Times!

https://peoriapublicschoolsil.edurooms.com/engage/pps/newsletters/03-2026-remarkable-times

2 months ago, PPS Communications
The Remarkable Times - March 2026
💙 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!
2 months ago, PPS Communications
school social work appreciation
Here's the lineup for our Black History Month Spirit Week!
3 months ago, Meghan Moody
Red and Yellow Modern Black History Month Poster (3)
Last Call for 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 (PPS playsFree) 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)
3 months ago, PPS Chess
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