Paxton-Buckley-Loda CUSD 10

The PBL Junior High and High School Bands invite you to the 2026 Winter Showcase on Tuesday, March 10th, at 6:00pm in the PBL High School Gym. This musical evening will feature a variety of performances by the JH Blue and Gold Jazz Bands, the 6th Grade Band, the 7th & 8th Grade Band, the HS Jazz Band, and the HS Concert Band. General admission is $5, with a discounted rate of $3 for seniors and military members. Concessions will be available for purchase, so come out and enjoy a night of talent while supporting our local student musicians.

The 8th Grade Orientation/Parent meeting will be held on Wednesday evening, March 4th at 5:30 p.m. in the PBL commons area. All current eighth grade students and their parents or guardians are invited to attend. Students and parents will receive information about courses offered at PBL, graduation requirements, extra-curricular activities and general policies. Also, there will be an open house taking place at the high school as departments and extra-curricular groups will be accessible for questions. Tours of the building will also be available. Please call the high school guidance office at 217-379-4331 ext. 2 with any questions.

It’s Social Work Week, and we are shouting out the four incredible individuals who keep our Panther family strong! 🐾💙

In a school district, social workers wear many hats: they are advocates, listeners, problem-solvers, and the "calm in the storm" for our students. Thank you for your tireless dedication to our kids and our community.

Whether you’re helping a student navigate a tough day or connecting a family with vital resources, your impact is felt far beyond the classroom. We are so lucky to have you on the PBL team!

Happy FFA Week! Thank you to our wonderful FFA for hosting our Petting Zoo. This is a great experience for all of our Clara Peterson students. Special thanks to all of our Ag teachers for their extra hard work making our FFA amazing!

Fifth grade had the honor of hearing Mrs. M Carter former teacher coach and admin from RCS talk about black History.

Join Our Team at PBL!

PBL is hiring for the 2026-2027 school year! We are looking for dedicated and passionate individuals to fill the following positions:

High School English Language Arts

High School Special Education

Elementary 5th Grade

Ready to make a difference? Apply today!

For more information and to submit your application, please visit https://www.pblunit10.com/o/pbl-cusd-10/page/careers-at-pbl

This Thursday, February 26th, the junior high and high school chorus will perform their Winter Interlude Concert in the high school gymnasium starting at 7:00 p.m. Mrs. Howard, our junior high & high school chorus director, and her students have been working incredibly hard to prepare for this showcase of talented singers. Students should arrive by 6:15 p.m., and the doors to the gymnasium will open to the public at 6:30 p.m.

We invite you to provide feedback to help drive our school improvement efforts. The survey is called the 5Essentials Survey, which helps schools and districts identify areas of strength and those needing support. There is an optional parent survey that accompanies the teacher and student survey. PBL schools will get a report from the parent survey if the school achieves a 20% response rate. Please take a few minutes to complete the survey.

The survey is located at: http://survey.5-essentials.org/illinois/survey/parent/

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.