Paxton-Buckley-Loda CUSD 10

Educator of the Year - Crystal Apple Award: This year, every school in our district will honor one teacher with the Educator of the Year – Crystal Apple Award, proudly sponsored by Horace Mann. A nomination form will soon be emailed to all staff members; please use this form to provide the teacher's name and school, your reasons for the nomination, and specific examples of their exceptional teaching skills, dedication to students, and positive impact on the learning environment. All nominations must be submitted by Friday, May 1st, and the winners will be announced during our all district meeting in the Commons Area on Tuesday, May 26th, as we gather to close out the 2025-2026 school year.

Crystal Apple Award Nomination Form (2025-2026): https://bit.ly/4aNKxg5

PBL is hiring immediately for a Unit Office Payroll Specialist / Recording Secretary. This is a full-time, 12-month position based in the Unit Office.

We are looking for a dedicated and detail-oriented individual to join our district leadership team. If you are ready to make a difference behind the scenes, we want to hear from you!

Position Type: 12-Month

Apply today!
For more information and to submit your application, please visit: https://bit.ly/40e6Aay

This March, we will host a free dental clinic on campus for junior high and high school students, which is especially convenient for parents of students entering 6th and 9th grade who are required to submit proof of a dental examination by May 15, 2026. Because these examinations remain valid for 18 months, eligible children can meet their school requirements through this partnership between Orland Park Dental Services and the Illinois Department of Public Aid. Licensed dentists, hygienists, and assistants will bring portable equipment to the school to provide comprehensive services, which may include exams, cleanings, fluoride treatments, sealants to protect the chewing surfaces of back teeth, and the application of Silver Diamine Fluoride (SDF) to stop the progression of tooth decay. To participate, parents can complete the registration form via computer or smartphone at the Dental Clinic Registration link, though physical paper copies are also available for pickup in the main office.

Registration Link: http://bit.ly/4pS9SuP

We are thrilled to share that Kara Kinzinger, a 1st-grade teacher at Clara Peterson Elementary, has been named The News-Gazette Teacher of the Week!

Thank you, Mrs. Kinzinger, for your dedication to our students and for making PBL proud every day. 💙💛

Read the full feature here: https://bit.ly/4bS8GnH

Join us for the 37th Annual PBL FFA Farm Toy Show on Saturday, February 14, from 9:00 AM–2:30 PM at PBL High School!

This free, family-friendly event brings together farm toy collectors and dealers from across the region to celebrate agriculture past and present. Enjoy visiting vendor booths, collector displays, a children’s tractor pull at noon, a silent auction, and concessions served all day.

Don’t forget — this year’s feature tractor is the Case 430, and fewer than 25 remain. Once they’re gone, they’re gone!

Bring the whole family and spend the day exploring agriculture while supporting the PBL FFA Chapter. We hope to see you there!

This week, we are recognizing the essential work of our school counselors: Stacy Johnson, Mindy Duley, and Lisa Niewold.

Thank you for your steady support, your advocacy for our students, and the dedication you bring to our school every day. We truly appreciate the impact you have on our community.

This March, we will host a free dental clinic on campus for junior high and high school students, which is especially convenient for parents of students entering 6th and 9th grade who are required to submit proof of a dental examination by May 15, 2026. Because these examinations remain valid for 18 months, eligible children can meet their school requirements through this partnership between Orland Park Dental Services and the Illinois Department of Public Aid. Licensed dentists, hygienists, and assistants will bring portable equipment to the school to provide comprehensive services, which may include exams, cleanings, fluoride treatments, sealants to protect the chewing surfaces of back teeth, and the application of Silver Diamine Fluoride (SDF) to stop the progression of tooth decay. To participate, parents can complete the registration form via computer or smartphone at the Dental Clinic Registration link, though physical paper copies are also available for pickup in the main office.

Registration Link: http://bit.ly/4pS9SuP

This March, we will host a free dental clinic on campus for junior high and high school students, which is especially convenient for parents of students entering 6th and 9th grade who are required to submit proof of a dental examination by May 15, 2026. Because these examinations remain valid for 18 months, eligible children can meet their school requirements through this partnership between Orland Park Dental Services and the Illinois Department of Public Aid. Licensed dentists, hygienists, and assistants will bring portable equipment to the school to provide comprehensive services, which may include exams, cleanings, fluoride treatments, sealants to protect the chewing surfaces of back teeth, and the application of Silver Diamine Fluoride (SDF) to stop the progression of tooth decay. To participate, parents can complete the registration form via computer or smartphone at the Dental Clinic Registration link, though physical paper copies are also available for pickup in the main office.

Registration Link: http://bit.ly/4pS9SuP

Good afternoon! PBL will be e-learning Monday, January 26th. All activities, games and practices are canceled. With continued low temperatures and blowing snow, we send warm wishes for you and family. Jon Kilgore Interim Superintendent

Good morning! All PBL activities and facility use are cancelled today, Sunday, January 25th due to weather and road conditions. Thank you and keep warm!

Good afternoon, PBL families, students and staff. We will be eLearning tomorrow, Friday, January 23rd. We have dangerously low temperatures forecasted Friday with snow to follow especially on Sunday. Here is a summary for this weekend:

FRI: eLearning, no student activities, practices or games

SAT: proceed with scheduled activities as planned until 7pm. Dance postponed.

SUN: no facility use with anticipated heavy snowfall. Wishing you a safe Friday and weekend!

Jon Kilgore Interim Superintendent

This March, we will host a free dental clinic on campus for junior high and high school students, which is especially convenient for parents of students entering 6th and 9th grade who are required to submit proof of a dental examination by May 15, 2026. Because these examinations remain valid for 18 months, eligible children can meet their school requirements through this partnership between Orland Park Dental Services and the Illinois Department of Public Aid. Licensed dentists, hygienists, and assistants will bring portable equipment to the school to provide comprehensive services, which may include exams, cleanings, fluoride treatments, sealants to protect the chewing surfaces of back teeth, and the application of Silver Diamine Fluoride (SDF) to stop the progression of tooth decay. To participate, parents can complete the registration form via computer or smartphone at the Dental Clinic Registration link, though physical paper copies are also available for pickup in the main office.

Registration Link: http://bit.ly/4pS9SuP

Hello PBL Families,

First Student is currently seeking dedicated individuals to join our team as school bus drivers, offering a competitive starting wage of $20.00 per hour based on experience. We provide comprehensive paid CDL training for those new to the field, along with a "Child-Ride-Along" program designed to support the needs of working parents. This position features a stable schedule with no night or weekend requirements, making it an ideal choice for those seeking professional balance.

Dear Panther Families,

The Illinois High School Association (IHSA) has recently approved several by-law changes that will impact seasons, schedules, and summer plans. Please see the link below or the attached image for what the changes entail.

https://aptg.co/kLf4BF

Dear PBL Families and Staff, PBL schools will be elearning tomorrow, Monday, December 15th considering icy roads, drifting snow and frigid windchills in the morning. All morning activities and practices are canceled. We will monitor road and weather conditions throughout the day to determine scheduled afternoon and evening events for Monday. Please keep safe and warm, Jon Kilgore Interim Superintendent

This Saturday, December 6th, the PBL Girls Basketball team spent their afternoon giving back to the community at Mrs. Claus’s Closet!

Our players volunteered as elves, helping children of all ages pick out Christmas gifts for the special people in their lives.

We are incredibly proud of our girls—not just for how they compete on the court, but for how they show up every day as leaders, helpers, and role models in our community. 💙💛🎄

This year we will be holding district-wide Winter Concerts on Sunday, December 7th in the PBL High School Gymnasium. We will be using the JH Commons Area and JH Gym for grade school students with drop off and pick up. If we did have bad weather our rain date would be Sunday, December 14th. Here is the schedule for Sunday, December 7th:


2:00 PM - Kindergarten and First Grade

3:00 PM - Second and Third Grade

4:00 PM - Fourth and Fifth Grade

5:00 PM - Junior High

7:00 PM - High School

Dear PBL Families and Staff, It has been reported that blowing snow is slowing some bus routes this morning. Please be careful and we appreciate your patience and understanding with possible delays from these conditions. Safe travels to all, Jon Kilgore Interim Superintendent

Panther Families,
Time to get excited about all that's going on this holiday season at PBL! Please see the flyer for reminders.
Have a great weekend!