👏🏾Peoria Public Schools is proud to announce that senior Kevin Liao has matched with Princeton University through the QuestBridge Scholarship! QuestBridge connects high-achieving high school students with opportunities at top colleges and universities across the country.
Kevin, a standout student in the IB Program at Richwoods High School, will receive a full-ride scholarship to pursue physics at Princeton.👏🏾
3 months ago, PPS Communications
Peoria Public Schools is proud to announce that senior Kevin Liao has matched with Princeton University through the QuestBridge Scholarship! QuestBridge connects high-achieving high school students with opportunities at top colleges and universities across the country.
Kevin, a standout student in the IB Program at Richwoods High School, will receive a full-ride scholarship to pursue physics at Princeton.
3 months ago, PPS Communications
🎊Peoria Public Schools is proud to announce that Senior Johnny Thai has been matched with the University of Pennsylvania through the prestigious QuestBridge Scholarship!
Johnny, a dedicated Richwoods IB Program student, will receive a full-ride scholarship to pursue pre-med with a specialization in neuroscience. QuestBridge connects high-achieving high school students with opportunities at some of the nation’s top colleges and universities.🎊
3 months ago, PPS Communications
Peoria Public Schools is proud to announce that Senior Johnny Thai has been matched with the University of Pennsylvania through the prestigious QuestBridge Scholarship!
Johnny, a dedicated Richwoods IB Program student, will receive a full-ride scholarship to pursue pre-med with a specialization in neuroscience. QuestBridge connects high-achieving high school students with opportunities at some of the nation’s top colleges and universities.
3 months ago, PPS Communications
Click here to unwrap the December Issue of the Remarkable Times!
4 months ago, PPS Communications

Understanding Functional Behavior Assessments & Behavioral Intervention Plans
Thursday, December 11, 2025 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
This presentation is designed for caregivers and professionals who want a clear, practical look at how schools understand and support student behavior. Participants will explore when and why an FBA is used, what the assessment process looks like, and how meaningful data drives the development of an effective Behavior Intervention Plan (BIP).
https://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_BnU5BBKuQ2GW01are7Fh4AFrom School to Home: Keeping Behavior Supports Consistent
Thursday, December 18, 2025 12:00 PM – 12:30 PM
This presentation is designed for caregivers and school professionals who want to strengthen home–school collaboration around Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs). Participants will receive a brief overview of what a BIP is, how replacement behaviors are taught at school, and practical examples of how families can reinforce these new skills at home.
https://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_MuXDrOkpRJaNs4RB-oGiWw4 months ago, Jamieson School
💛 To our amazing Special Education teachers across Peoria Public Schools: thank you for creating inclusive classrooms where every student can grow and shine. We are grateful for all that you do! 🌟
4 months ago, PPS Communications
Winter Break is on December 20th to January 5th
4 months ago, Jamieson School
This season, your generosity can change someone’s day. 🌟 Please consider donating to the Hand Up Food Pantry at the Wraparound Center. Together, we can make sure every family feels supported.
4 months ago, PPS Communications
To get connected to a Cartwheel counselor, reach out to your school principal today.
4 months ago, PPS Communications
🍂 Thanksgiving Break is here! 🍂
Take time to recharge and celebrate all the things we’re thankful for! Have a wonderful break, PPS!
4 months ago, PPS Communications
🌟 We appreciate every family who joined us for our November 20th Family Day Luncheon. Your support helped create golden moments of connection, collaboration, and community.✨ Thank you! #Family #JamiesonSchool
4 months ago, CAYETANO POLANCOS
When life gets complicated Cartwheel can help. Ask your school counselor or principal for a referral today.
4 months ago, PPS Communications
The Liberty Leadership Middle School Fall Chess Classic on November 22, 2025, is just 2 days away.
Register now at
https://www.kingregistration.com/event/Liberty25
This is a K-12 chess meet open to ALL Illinois students!!
5 rounds (K-5) Swiss system, G/30;d5
7 sections: K-3, 4-5, 6, 7, 8, HS, Grand Prix.
Doors Open at 8am
First Round starts no later than 9:30am.
$5 if registered online by 5pm on 11/21/2025 (max. $100 per school),
$10 if registering at the Door.
The Grand Prix is only open to those with a rating of 1000 or higher.
ALL Payments will be collected at the door. School checks may be made payable to Liberty Leadership Middle School.
USCF membership required --- Memberships (1 year) will be available from the Greater Peoria Chess Foundation for $9 at the tournament, a maximum of $99 per school. GPCF will cover the cost of anyone over the 11 players. GPCF will cover the cost of any Peoria Public Schools students. Make membership checks payable to GPCF.
4 months ago, PPS Chess
🎃 Throwback 2025: Halloween at Jamieson School!
A little late, but these October memories are too good to miss! From spooky door designs to epic costumes and pumpkin-carving masterpieces, our students brought the magic. 👻
Which moment made you smile the most? Share below — we’re saving the best ideas for next year!
#JamiesonThrowback #Halloween2025 #SchoolSpirit
4 months ago, Jamieson School
RA Jamieson School Parents & Guardians 💙
Your voice shapes our future.
This 4-minute survey will directly guide our programs and resources for our kids.
Scan the QR code now & make a difference in under 5 minutes!
Every response counts — thank you for being part of our school family.
#FlyHighEagles #YourVoiceMatters
4 months ago, Jamieson School
Dedicated counselors are available - reach out to your principal or school counselor for a referral to Cartwheel today!
4 months ago, PPS Communications
🍓 FREE Smoothies for ALL at Jamieson School—thank you @smoothiekingpeoriametro ! 🎉 Fueling our students & staff with healthy, delicious blends. Grateful for community partners who help us Rule the Day! 🥭🍌
4 months ago, CAYETANO POLANCOS
NOVEMBER OPEN CHESS NIGHT
***Special Location**** TONIGHT
November 14th - 4-7pm Pere Marquette Hotel - Marquette Ballroom
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
4 months ago, PPS Chess
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4 months ago, Marjorie Kauth