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🎊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 days 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 days 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 days 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 days ago, PPS Communications

Click here to unwrap the December Issue of the Remarkable Times!

6 days 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! 🌟

6 days 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.

7 days ago, PPS Communications

To get connected to a Cartwheel counselor, reach out to your school principal today.

7 days 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!

12 days ago, PPS Communications

When life gets complicated Cartwheel can help. Ask your school counselor or principal for a referral today.

14 days 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.

17 days ago, PPS Chess

Dedicated counselors are available - reach out to your principal or school counselor for a referral to Cartwheel today!

21 days ago, PPS Communications

Contact your school counselor or principal for a referral to Cartwheel today!

28 days 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

30 days ago, PPS Communications