💙 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
Hines had their First Annual Black History Month Assembly! What a great learning opportunity for everyone!
2 months ago, Julie Hancock
Congratulations to Xander and Messiah our top 2 Spelling Bee participants! Xander will be moving on to the District championship in March
3 months ago, Julie Hancock
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
Hines students have embraced Black History Month in art class! Amazing creativity!
3 months ago, Julie Hancock
Ag in the classroom visited 3rd and 4th grade today with a real live bunny!
3 months ago, Julie Hancock
Congratulations to Iniyazh! She competed in the district chess tournament and won 1st place in the K-3 Division!!
3 months ago, Julie Hancock
🚸🦺Thank you to our PPS crossing guards for protecting our students and making safety a priority every single day!
3 months ago, PPS Communications
This weekend is going to be big!
Three tournements in one location! Thank you to the Lincoln K8 School for being such a gracious host.
PFT/PPS Championship
***PPS Students ONLY***
https://www.kingregistration.com/event/PFTPPS26
This is a K-12 Tournament!!!
Come and be named the top PPS player.
Doors open at 8am
First Round at 9:30am
Greater Peoria Chess Peoria Federation of Teachers Local 780 Peoria Public Schools District 150
3 months ago, PPS Chess
Cold day? WCTC Culinary students got you covered ❄️➡️🔥 Chili mac & cheese, cornbread, potato skins, and a delicious brookie (brownie + cookie!) are being served at the award-winning Warrior Way Café this Thursday!
3 months ago, PPS Communications
3 months ago, PPS Communications
JANUARY OPEN CHESS NIGHT
January 30th - 4-6pm Mark W. Bills Middle School
Join K-12 students from around the Tri-County area for friendly over the board play, chess puzzles, and of course PIZZA.
This is a FREE event! Pizza is FREE, just come and enjoy chess!
For questions, email Emily Dawson at
emily.dawson77@gmail.com or
emily.dawson@psd150.org.
Sponsored by the Mark W. Bills Middle School Chess Team and Greater Peoria Chess
Peoria Public Schools District 150
3 months ago, PPS Chess
Come a little early, give the gift of blood, and then join us for the school board meeting afterwards.
4 months ago, PPS Communications
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4 months ago, PPS Communications
Congratulations to the following students for completing their DECEMBER reading and math logs! Remember: January reading and math logs are due by February 2nd to earn a Monical's Pizza Certificate, treat to be eaten at school, and name to be announced on Morning Broadcast! We are SO proud of you all!
Kindergarten:
Ms. Sheets' Class- Luca B, Londyn B, Meliki B, Sabrina G, Ace G, Jehlani G, Tobias J, Aiden P, Scottie R, and Ezra S
Ms. Varda's Class- Rafif A, Yuna A, Liam A, Zion M, Kemoni M, Iker P, and Oliver S
Mrs. Stancil's Class- Oakley B, Keanu F, Niel G, and Jaidyn W
Ms. Baker's Class- Emery J, Marquis H, and Jasper M
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1st Grade:
Mrs. Thomas' Class- Tarleatus B, Calliope B, Michael B, Iniyazh M, Survivor T, Kamarion T, and Tyree W
Mrs. Gillum's Class- Lea M, and Jayveair W
Ms. Skillkie's Class- Ja'Marien B, and Mi'Ckeal C
Mrs. Sipf's Class- Aryl E, Zariah H, Dax J, and Olivia Z
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2nd Grade:
Mrs. George's Class- Rebecca D, Liam G, Ricarrah J, and Tony S
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3rd Grade:
Mrs. Persson's Class- Aidan A, Alessia M, and Theodore P
Mrs. Friedrich's Class- Syncere A, Ahsha G, Noah H, Ainsley M, and Messiah P
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4th Grade:
Mrs. Ware's Class- Lela R, and Aria S
Mr. DeSantis' Class- Douglas R
4 months ago, JENNA STANCIL
This Thursday at Warrior Way Café ⭐️
Our talented WCTC culinary students are serving up a bold and flavorful menu featuring:
🥕 Carrot & Ginger Soup
🍗 Korean Fried Chicken
🥥 Coconut Lime Bars
Support our students, enjoy an incredible meal, and see future chefs in action!
4 months ago, PPS Communications
There will be no school Monday, January 19, in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
We honor his legacy by reflecting on justice, equity, and the power of education to uplift every student in the PPS community.
4 months ago, PPS Communications
🎉 Welcome back, students and staff!
Valeska Hinton and KCSS are back in session on January 13th. Get ready for a great semester ahead!
4 months ago, PPS Communications
Happy Holidays from PPS! 🎄✨ Wishing our students, staff, and families a joyful season and a relaxing, well-deserved break! We'll see you next year!
5 months ago, PPS Communications
🎉 Congratulations to our 5th & 6th grade Amazing Shake Champions! 🎉
We’re excited to honor these three outstanding scholars who brought confidence and professionalism to the stage:
🏆 1st Place: De'Angela W — 6th grader at Mark Bills Middle School, representing Amistad!
🥈 2nd Place: Armani G — 5th grader at Rolling Acres, representing Isbindi!
🥉 3rd Place: Tyland J — 5th grader at Reservoir Gifted Academy, representing Altruismo!
Fantastic job to all three!
5 months ago, PPS Communications
