Bumps in the road are challenging and Cartwheel is here to help. Reach out to your school counselor or principal today for a referral to Cartwheel.
2 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.🎊
2 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.👏🏾
2 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.
2 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.🎊
2 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.
2 months ago, PPS Communications
Click here to unwrap the December Issue of the Remarkable Times!
3 months ago, PPS Communications
💛 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! 🌟
3 months ago, PPS Communications
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.
3 months ago, PPS Communications
To get connected to a Cartwheel counselor, reach out to your school principal today.
3 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!
3 months ago, PPS Communications
When life gets complicated Cartwheel can help. Ask your school counselor or principal for a referral today.
3 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 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.
3 months ago, PPS Chess
Manual High School JROTC cadets had an inspiring field trip! 🇺🇸 They explored the Illinois State Military Museum and honored history at the Lincoln Monument. Proud to see our future leaders learning and growing together!
#JROTC #ManualHighSchool #FutureLeaders
3 months ago, Christina Rose
Dedicated counselors are available - reach out to your principal or school counselor for a referral to Cartwheel today!
3 months ago, PPS Communications
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
3 months ago, PPS Chess
Contact your school counselor or principal for a referral to Cartwheel today!
3 months ago, PPS Communications
PPS Foundation Scholarship Applications are open now through March 1, 2026. Awards of $500 to $4,000 are made possible through the generosity of donors and community partners who believe in the potential of PPS students.
https://ppsfoundation.org/scholarships/applications
3 months ago, PPS Communications
5 Days of Giving begins today! Help support our students in need across the district.
4 months ago, PPS Communications
Contact your school counselor or principal for a referral to Cartwheel today!
4 months ago, PPS Communications
