We are thrilled to announce that Dr. Sharon Desmoulin-Kherat has been recognized as one of the four finalists for the National Superintendent of the Year award by AASA. This prestigious accolade was presented to her during the AASA National Conference on Education in New Orleans on March 6th, 2025. Dr. Desmoulin-Kherat is quick to credit this achievement to the dedication and hard work of our administrators, teachers, and board of education members. Their collective efforts and commitment to overcoming the challenges faced by our school district have been instrumental in our progress.
While we celebrate this national recognition, we also extend our heartfelt congratulations to the award winner, Walter B. Gonsoulin, Jr. of Jefferson County Schools, Alabama. This award, co-presented by AASA, Corebridge Financial, and Sourcewell, highlights the exceptional contributions of superintendents nationwide.
We are proud to have Dr. Desmoulin-Kherat represent our district and share the innovative programs and strategies from PPS on the national stage.
🎉🏀 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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📚✨ 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
🎓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!
We are thrilled to introduce the Peoria Public Schools app! It puts everything about Peoria Public Schools right in your pocket.
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🏫📍 🚌📍🚌📍🚌 📍🏘️ Everything you need to know about the new BusQuest app! https://tinyurl.com/PPSBusQuest
Get ready for the next Warrior Café on February 13th—just in time for Valentine’s Day! 💕 Enjoy a classic spaghetti dinner, Lady and the Tramp style! 🍝
❄️Due to the weather forecast, school will dismiss one hour early on Wednesday, February 12th, to ensure everyone gets home safely. High school students will dismiss at their usual 1:30 p.m. time. All after-school programs are canceled for Wednesday evening.❄️
❄️Debido al pronóstico del clima, la escuela terminará una hora antes el miércoles 12 de febrero para garantizar que todos lleguen a casa de manera segura. Los estudiantes de secundaria saldrán a su hora habitual de las 1:30 p.m. Todos los programas extracurriculares están cancelados para la noche del miércoles.❄️
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Everything you need to know about the new BusQuest app!
https://tinyurl.com/PPSBusQuest
♟️✨ Peoria Public Schools Invite YOU to Make Your Move This February! ✨♟️
Calling all students, families, and chess enthusiasts across the district! 📚👨👩👧👦 Join us for an exciting month of chess events designed to challenge minds and build connections. 🧠🤝
🗓️ Feb 8: PFT/PPS Chess Championship at Lincoln K-8. Registration opens soon at 🌐 www.pftd150chess.com.
🗓️ Feb 21: For the Love of Chess ❤️♟️ OPEN CHESS Night at Mark Bills Middle School, 4–6 PM. Come play, meet new friends, and share your love of the game!
🗓️ Feb 22: Peoria County Chess Championship 🏅 at Mark Bills Middle School. Be part of this county-wide showdown!
🗓️ Feb 28–Mar 1: IESA State Chess Championship 🏆 at the Peoria Civic Center. Cheer on Peoria’s best as they compete at the state level!
🎉 Get involved, represent your school, and make your move! Let’s show how Peoria Public Schools come together through the power of chess. 💪♟️#PeoriaChess #PPSProud
We are excited to welcome Teacher of the Year, Dr. Rachael Mahmood, to PPS for new teacher mentoring!
We are excited to welcome Teacher of the Year, Dr. Rachel Mahmood to PPS for new teacher mentoring!
Weekly Sports Snapshot:
Tuesday- 12/17/2024
5:30 PM Boys JV Basketball at Lanphier
7:00 PM Boys VARSITY Basketball at Lanphier
Wednesday- 12/18/2024
5:30 PM Girls JV Basketball vs Richwoods
7:00 PM Girls VARSITY Basketball vs Richwoods
Thursday- 12/19/2024
4:30 PM Boys JV Basketball at Richwoods
5:00 PM Wrestling at Kewanee
6:00 PM Boys VARSITY Basketball at Richwoods
Saturday- 12/21/2024
9:00 AM Boys Freshmen Basketball at Richwoods FROSH Shootout
9:00 AM Wrestling at Unity
1:00 PM Girls JV Basketball at Normal Community
2:30 PM Girls VARSITY Basketball at Normal Community
4:30 PM Boys VARSITY Basketball vs West Hancock (at Abington-Avon HS)
Ramily basketball plays their home opener tonight. Free streaming available with Hudl login:
JV stream link- https://tinyurl/boysjvbball126 Varsity stream link- https://tinyurl/boysvarbbal126
Students with less than 2 course failures and/or have not been suspended may attend with an adult.
Congratulations to the Student of the Month selections for November 2024.
Freshmen: Aaron C. and Samantha W.
Sophomores: Deshawn D. and Johnasia S.
Juniors: Angel V. and Datonionna L.
Seniors: Sean C. and Deajhya B.
Great job students and keep up the wonderful work!
"🌟 Today, we celebrate Principal Hawks! 🌟 At Manual High School, your unwavering support and vision inspire students and staff to overcome challenges and achieve greatness. You lead with courage and compassion, creating a community where every obstacle becomes an opportunity. Thank you for being Manual's guiding light in our journey! 💪📚
🚀 Ready to jumpstart your IT career? 🚀
Peoria high school students can now enroll in FREE technology classes with ISACA! Applications close June 6th so sign-up today and gain the skills you need for the IT workforce!
Alum Lori Pennington said, "PPS has always had a diverse population of students. Those students with special needs can require Occupational Therapy services as well as other specialized services. I've been blessed to work with those students with my chosen field of work."
Grateful for the meals that fuel our minds and warm our hearts. Thank you
Cafeteria Staff! 🍎🥪
