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
🍽️ Shoutout to our culinary students at the Warrior Way Café!
They did a fantastic job serving up comfort food favorites: twice-baked potatoes 🥔 and chili mac, today! 🌶️🧀
They did a fantastic job serving up comfort food favorites: twice-baked potatoes 🥔 and chili mac, today! 🌶️🧀
✨ The 3rd Annual Invention Convention! 💡
Middle school students from across the district came together to showcase their creativity, presenting ideas designed to improve everyday items and solve real-world problems. 👏
From Heartwear ❤️, sustainable hair wraps, to a mental health support app 📱🧠, our students proved that great ideas can come from young minds! 🚀
Middle school students from across the district came together to showcase their creativity, presenting ideas designed to improve everyday items and solve real-world problems. 👏
From Heartwear ❤️, sustainable hair wraps, to a mental health support app 📱🧠, our students proved that great ideas can come from young minds! 🚀
🍲 Want to support WCTC Culinary students as they head to the National Restaurant Show in Chicago this spring? Stop by the Warrior Way Café tomorrow and buy a bowl of chili! 🔥
🗣️Stand up! Show up and be there for our students!
As part of Black History Month, Trewyn students welcomed Carlos Walker, a New York City–based author and artist, who read The Autobiography of the Butterfly to 3rd-, 4th-, and 5th-graders. Students enjoyed a powerful story of growth and resilience and received an autographed copy of the book to take home.
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!
Behind every confident student is a school counselor who cares! 💙 Thank you for the guidance, encouragement, and support you give daily. Happy School Counselor Appreciation Week!
Check out the February issue of The Remarkable Times, where we celebrate student achievements, highlight inspiring stories, and share important updates from across our school district!
https://peoriapublicschoolsil.edurooms.com/engage/pps/newsletters/02-2026-remarkable-times
🖤✨ Black History Month ✨🖤
This month, we honor Black history by uplifting voices and committing to equity. Our schools stand for dismantling systems rooted in oppression and ensuring every student, of every race, is treated with dignity, respect, and opportunity.
Peoria Public Schools proudly celebrated Rev. Dr. Arthur S. Williams, a pillar of the Peoria community, in recognition of his historic contributions and lifelong service during a celebration of his 100th birthday.
Throughout his life, Rev. Dr. Williams broke racial barriers while faithfully serving at Ward Chapel Church. A World War II veteran, he also dedicated 18 years as a crossing guard for Peoria Public Schools, putting the safety and well-being of students first.
His enduring commitment to the PPS community continues to inspire generations. Rev. Dr. Williams received a Remarkable Spirit Award and will be featured in February’s Remarkable Times.
Throughout his life, Rev. Dr. Williams broke racial barriers while faithfully serving at Ward Chapel Church. A World War II veteran, he also dedicated 18 years as a crossing guard for Peoria Public Schools, putting the safety and well-being of students first.
His enduring commitment to the PPS community continues to inspire generations. Rev. Dr. Williams received a Remarkable Spirit Award and will be featured in February’s Remarkable Times.
Thank you to Mr. Thomas Mosley and Pastor Cyrus Burns of Ward Chapel Church for their generous $2,000 community contribution to Manual High School. 📚✏️
This donation will help provide classroom supplies that support teachers’ success and enhance students’ learning experience. Your continued commitment to uplifting the community and empowering our educators is truly appreciated 🙏
This donation will help provide classroom supplies that support teachers’ success and enhance students’ learning experience. Your continued commitment to uplifting the community and empowering our educators is truly appreciated 🙏
🎉 Congratulations to Trent Johnson, Family School Liaison with Family Core at Franklin Primary, on receiving a Remarkable Spirit Award! 🌟
For 14 years, Trent has been an impactful servant leader in the Franklin community, consistently leading with integrity and the belief that no task is too great when it comes to supporting students and families. 👏
For 14 years, Trent has been an impactful servant leader in the Franklin community, consistently leading with integrity and the belief that no task is too great when it comes to supporting students and families. 👏
The Peoria Public Schools Board of Education is proud to announce the appointment of Dr. Jerry Bell as the next Superintendent of Peoria Public Schools, effective July 1, 2026. Dr. Renee Andrews will join him as Deputy Superintendent, marking a new era of leadership and commitment to educational excellence in the district.
Come a little early, give the gift of blood, and then join us for the school board meeting afterwards.
The award-winning culinary students at the Warrior Way Café served 190 patrons delicious coconut lime bars yesterday! 🍋🥥
It might be really cold outside, but the chess will be hot this Saturday at the Mark W. Bills Middle School Winter Chess Classic.
Yes, this tournment still happening as planned!
We hope you can travel safely and join us for one of the largest local scholastic chess tournaments.
Registration is still OPEN!
Saturday, January 24, 2026.
https://www.kingregistration.com/event/MarkBills26
$5 Entry at the door (Free for PPS)
Doors Open 8am
Registration Open until 8:45am
First Round 9:30am
All other rounds ASAP
7 Sections - Swiss System
K-5 - 5 Rounds - G30/5d
Junior High 6, 7, & 8 - 4 Rounds - G30/5d
High School 9-12 - 4 Rounds - G30/5d
Grand Prix - 900 or higher live rating
Awards are presented after the last round of each section.
See the website for the full list of awards.
Greater Peoria Chess Peoria Public Schools District 150
Due to extreme temperatures there will be no school on Friday.
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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!
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!
