Special shoutout to our Work-Based Learning students at PBL High School!
These hardworking high schoolers are taking their learning beyond the classroom into the workplace. Through this program, they're earning school credit while getting real, hands-on experience in local businesses and agricultural operations. This course is led by Mrs. Wyatt, who is passionate about ensuring students graduate with the skills and knowledge necessary for postsecondary success.
We are so proud of this program, Mrs. Wyatt, and these students. We can’t wait to see all they accomplish this year!
These hardworking high schoolers are taking their learning beyond the classroom into the workplace. Through this program, they're earning school credit while getting real, hands-on experience in local businesses and agricultural operations. This course is led by Mrs. Wyatt, who is passionate about ensuring students graduate with the skills and knowledge necessary for postsecondary success.
We are so proud of this program, Mrs. Wyatt, and these students. We can’t wait to see all they accomplish this year!
The first day of school for all PBL schools is Monday, August 17. Please review the start and dismissal times listed below to assist with your advance planning.
Round three of First Year Fridays is officially here!
Week three is in full swing, and today we are excited to highlight our District Office team. Check out the photos below and help us give them a warm Panther welcome! Happy Friday, everyone!
Week three is in full swing, and today we are excited to highlight our District Office team. Check out the photos below and help us give them a warm Panther welcome! Happy Friday, everyone!
The PBL School District would like to express its sincere gratitude to Mr. Darrell Foster for his 24 years of dedicated service to our students and families. Over the past two decades, Mr. Foster has provided safe transportation and compassionate care for our students, and we are deeply grateful for his lasting impact on our community.
BIG NEWS! We are thrilled to announce that PBL FFA has officially been ranked a 3-Star FFA Chapter—the highest ranking possible at the national level!
The National Chapter Award Program recognizes chapters that actively carry out the FFA mission by growing leaders, building communities, and strengthening agriculture. This 3-Star rating reflects the hard work of our members to deliver high-quality experiences for our membership, school, and community. We are so proud to share that our chapter will be recognized on stage this October during the 99th National FFA Convention.
The National Chapter Award Program recognizes chapters that actively carry out the FFA mission by growing leaders, building communities, and strengthening agriculture. This 3-Star rating reflects the hard work of our members to deliver high-quality experiences for our membership, school, and community. We are so proud to share that our chapter will be recognized on stage this October during the 99th National FFA Convention.
Focus on the Future: Be Present, Be Powerful at PBL!
Welcome back, Panthers! As we look ahead to an exciting school year, we want to share our 2026-2027 Vacation Planner to help your family plan memorable breaks while ensuring your child maximizes their learning time and keeps a clear Focus on the Future!
At PBL, we are committed to preparing every student for responsible citizenship and lifelong success by cultivating strong character, critical thinking, clear communication, and collaboration within a safe and high-expectation learning environment where daily attendance and active participation are supported by families and community partners. The foundation of this preparation starts with being present every day. Our attendance motto, Be Present, Be Powerful, highlights a fundamental truth: every single school day is a powerful opportunity for growth, discovery, and connection.
Daily attendance and active participation are essential, and we are grateful that they are so strongly supported by our PBL families and community partners. By utilizing the scheduled breaks listed in this planner for family travel and significant appointments, you provide the continuous learning flow our students need.
Let’s make this year extraordinary. Join us in encouraging excellent daily attendance.
Welcome back, Panthers! As we look ahead to an exciting school year, we want to share our 2026-2027 Vacation Planner to help your family plan memorable breaks while ensuring your child maximizes their learning time and keeps a clear Focus on the Future!
At PBL, we are committed to preparing every student for responsible citizenship and lifelong success by cultivating strong character, critical thinking, clear communication, and collaboration within a safe and high-expectation learning environment where daily attendance and active participation are supported by families and community partners. The foundation of this preparation starts with being present every day. Our attendance motto, Be Present, Be Powerful, highlights a fundamental truth: every single school day is a powerful opportunity for growth, discovery, and connection.
Daily attendance and active participation are essential, and we are grateful that they are so strongly supported by our PBL families and community partners. By utilizing the scheduled breaks listed in this planner for family travel and significant appointments, you provide the continuous learning flow our students need.
Let’s make this year extraordinary. Join us in encouraging excellent daily attendance.
On August 3rd and 4th, local 4th and 5th grade students joined PBL FFA to dive into all things agriculture. Fun, hands-on lessons were completely planned by PBL High School FFA members! We love to see our students step up as leaders and inspire the next generation of FFA membership!
Happy Friday! We’re continuing our First Year Fridays series today after launching it last week. Check out today’s photos as we highlight and welcome more of the newest additions to our staff. We are so excited to have everyone in the district—Go Panthers!
Happy Friday! We’re continuing our First Year Fridays series today after launching it last week. Check out today’s photos as we highlight and welcome more of the newest additions to our staff. We are so excited to have everyone in the district—Go Panthers!
Free Sports Physicals, Dental, and Behavioral Health Services for PBL Families!
Check out the attached flyers in English and Spanish for full details on these free services.
To schedule an appointment, please call 217-600-7000.
Check out the attached flyers in English and Spanish for full details on these free services.
To schedule an appointment, please call 217-600-7000.
Ready to kick off a great year—we can’t wait to welcome our freshmen and new students to PBL High School tomorrow morning for orientation!
We are kicking off the school year with "First Year Fridays" to welcome our new staff members! Over the next few Fridays, we will be sharing pictures of the newest additions to our team. We are thrilled to welcome everyone to the district—Go Panthers!
We are kicking off the school year with "First Year Fridays" to welcome our new staff members! Over the next few Fridays, we will be sharing pictures of the newest additions to our team. We are thrilled to welcome everyone to the district—Go Panthers!
Help us spread the word!
PBL High School is looking for passionate educators to join us for the 2026-2027 school year. We currently have openings for:
Health/PE Teacher
Paraprofessional
To apply, please submit your completed application, resume, and 3 professional references to PBL High School Principal, Melinda Busby at mbusby@pblpanthers.org.
Skyward is undergoing server updates this weekend to correct recent issues. Mobile access, fee payments, and password reset emails are still down. For urgent registration issues, email techsupport@pblpanthers.org. Thank you for your patience!
We cannot wait to meet all of our incoming freshmen!
Online Registration is coming soon!
Mark your calendars for Tuesday, July 21st to get registered online for the upcoming year.
In the meantime, check out our school supply lists here:
Clara Peterson: http://bit.ly/3T2p5i9
Junior High: https://bit.ly/4poGVHY
High School: https://bit.ly/4vBWePc
🤼 Calling all wrestlers! Our PBL Wrestling Team is hosting a camp for boys and girls of all ages. You won't want to miss this event! Sign up today.
We are hiring! Paraprofessionals aide in fostering student growth, assist with classroom management, and provide extra support to our students and teachers. See additional information below! A link to the PBL Application can be found here: https://aptg.co/_lKYqg
🚌 First Student is Now Hiring School Bus Drivers for PBL!
Looking for a rewarding job with a great schedule? Join the First Student team in Paxton! Enjoy paid training, competitive pay, and weekends and school holidays off!
Looking for a rewarding job with a great schedule? Join the First Student team in Paxton! Enjoy paid training, competitive pay, and weekends and school holidays off!
