CALLING ALL ART GUILDERS!! Do not miss out on this wonderful opportunity below!
4 months ago, KYLE DAUBS
The Peace Plays mural project brought together students from across Peoria Public Schools, giving them the chance to work together on a public piece centered around hope, community, and civic pride. Peoria High School students helped lead the project while mentoring younger artists from Trewyn, Sterling, Lincoln, and Von Steuben throughout the creation of the mural.
The project was led by Peoria High School art instructors Joe Orteza and Meredith Popp through the Peace Plays in Peoria initiative, which uses art and collaboration to encourage conversations about community, leadership, and violence prevention. Incoming Peoria Police Chief Brad Dixon accepted the mural on behalf of the Peoria Police Department and shared his appreciation for the students’ work and message.
Students will visit Peoria Police Headquarters next week to meet with Chief Dixon, tour the building, and continue conversations about leadership, community involvement, and how art can help bring people together. The mural now stands as a lasting reminder of the impact young people can have on their city through creativity, collaboration, and service.
4 months ago, KYLE DAUBS
Band, soccer, and softball have wrapped it up!
The Peace Plays in Peoria event celebrates the power of the arts to bring people together through creativity, understanding, and collaboration.
On May 14th, more than 500 students from various Peoria Public Schools and Morton Junior High School came together for this incredible event, representing band, orchestra, choir, and visual art.
In other news, the Peoria softball and girls soccer team wrapped up their season last week. The soccer team battled Urbana to a 9-0 loss, while ending their season with a 7-0 defeat to Bloomington. The softball team ended their season 0-11. The softball team wrapped up their season with a 17-0 defeat to Bloomington. Their record was 1-12.
4 months ago, KYLE DAUBS
4 months ago, PPS Communications
Not ranked, no problem.
Jamiya Jones jumped her way onto the scene after being ranked in the lower half of her flight. The sophomore bounced past the odds by jumping state-qualifying standards in the long jump, clinching an 18-foot-4.75 inch jump to claim fourth place.
However, that’s not all Jones will be doing as her 36-foot-6.50 inch jump in the triple jump will send her to state, and also clinched second place overall. Jones, who was a state qualifier during indoor season, will compete at the 3A State Championships for the first time in her career next Friday.
The Lions placed 16th as a team at the Rock Island Sectional. Other performances included Amari Williams with a personal best 7:44.98 in the 1600-meter run and an 11th-place finish by the 4×200-meter relay, which consisted of Jones, Niara Young, Shanavia McGhee, and Cha’Mya Winters.
4 months ago, KYLE DAUBS
📣 Scholarship Opportunity Alert!
Don’t miss your chance to apply for this amazing scholarship opportunity! ✨ The application deadline is May 15, so be sure to get your materials submitted on time!
5 months ago, PPS Communications
Sophomore Jamiya Jones could be heard walking from afar after her three medal evening at the Big 12 Conference Championships.
Jones took second in the triple jump and sixth in the long jump. Meanwhile, Jones helped the 4×200-meter relay team race to a fifth place. Niara Young, Shanavia McGhee, and Cha’Miya Winters were the other members of the relay.
In addition, Quinaya Randle took ninth place in the 100-meter hurdles and eighth place in the 300-meter hurdles. Nyla Turner set a new PR in the 800-meter run, while Amari Williams set a new PR i the 400-meter dash. In her fourth event, Jones set a new PR in the 200-meter dash at 27.05.
5 months ago, KYLE DAUBS
The arts were alive with energy, creativity, and school pride at the Gerald M. Brookhart Spring Celebration of the Arts as students from the Preparatory School for the Arts at Peoria High School showcased the incredible talent found across the fine arts programs. From powerful musical performances to captivating visual displays, the event highlighted the passion and dedication of PHS students and staff.
The Gerald M. Brookhart Spring Celebration of the Arts served as a powerful reminder of the importance of arts education and the incredible impact the fine arts have on students and the school community. The afternoon celebrated not only student achievement, but also the creativity, collaboration, and pride that continue to define the arts at Peoria High School.
5 months ago, KYLE DAUBS
Join us for lunch and AMAZING student performances at the Riverfront Museum’s Sun Plaza on May 14th! Food trucks will be on site, so bring your appetite, too! Let’s come together to support our talented young artists and show our appreciation for the arts in education!
5 months ago, PPS Communications
Shoutout to our amazing Sign Language Interpreters for bridging the gap between the hearing world and our Deaf and Hard of Hearing (DHH) students! Your work empowers, connects, and inspires every day. 🙌💙
5 months ago, PPS Communications
Thank you to all our school nurses and clinic nurses who support our staff and students each and every day!
5 months ago, PPS Communications
5 months ago, PPS Communications
Congratulations to YOUR CITY CHAMPIONS boys track and field team. Football, basketball, and now track and field!!!!!! More details to come later, but for now, LETS GO FELLAS!
5 months ago, KYLE DAUBS
The Lady Lions returned to the track at home, hosting Washington and Peoria Richwoods. Only partial results were uploaded, but leading the way were the following:
The 4×200 relay of Ch’miyah Winters, Shanavia McGhee, Niara Young, and Jamiya Jones ran a new PR of 1:50.80 to win the event. In addition, the combination of Winters, McGhee, Young, and Khanise Norman took second in the 4×100 relay with a time of 51.91. Winters capped her day off with new PR in the 100-meter dash with a time of 13.50.
Idalia Ramos ran a new PR in the 800 with a time of 3:19.26, while Harmony McGhee, Amari Williams, Lamya Haynes, and Zaniah Buckner each ran a new PR in the 400-meter dash.
5 months ago, KYLE DAUBS
🌟 Happy Teacher Appreciation Week! 🌟
This week, we’re celebrating the heart and soul of our schools—our incredible teachers!
📢 Here's what YOU can do
1. Encourage your kids to write a note, draw a picture, or simply say “thank you” to their teacher this week.
2. Let’s flood this feed with gratitude, appreciation, and love for the educators who make a difference every day. Tag your school and your favorite teacher in the comments and share a memory or a "thank you" message! 🍎🫶
5 months ago, PPS Communications
What an incredible celebration of diversity! The 3rd Annual Multicultural Fair brought together teachers from 17 different countries to share their vibrant cultures with students, families, and the Peoria community. Peoria Public Schools proudly participates in the J-1 Visa program, welcoming global talent to enrich our classrooms and foster cultural exchange. Take a look back at this unforgettable event!
🎥 Watch the recap here!
https://youtu.be/OJZeESvuuM0
5 months ago, PPS Communications
Thanks for all you do at Peoria High School!
5 months ago, PPS Communications
5 months ago, PPS Communications
Looking for something fun, free, and family-friendly this weekend? Join us on Saturday at the Third Annual Multicultural Fair at the Peoria Riverfront Museum.
5 months ago, PPS Communications
