Today Ford County students will be reflecting on their attendance in the first 5 weeks of school. Students will be tracking how many days they have been present versus how many days they have been absent. At this point in the school year, missing more than three days in the first 5 weeks of school puts a student on track to being chronically absent. When your child returns home from school today, ask them about their attendance. #bepresentbepowerful

Good afternoon Panther Families. If your child rides bus 13 there has been a delay. All students are fine and are now in route, but will arrive home later than usual.
We recently took our PBL high school students to the Illinois Regional College Fair on September 9th, where they had the opportunity to explore over 60 different higher education institutions at Parkland College.

Attending school regularly is extremely important to your child's academic success. Missing just two days of school a month can lead them to a student being considered a chronic absentee. Let's work together this school year to ensure our students are attending school regularly and making the most out of the 2024-2025 school year. #bepresentbepowerful

We are looking to add to our team for the 2024-2025 school year.
https://www.pblunit10.com/o/pbl-cusd-10/page/careers-at-pbl

Week 1 in the books! Our teachers and students are thriving. We're excited to see what this year brings.



Ford County Schools (GCMS, PBL, Tri-Point) are partnering together to decrease chronic absenteeism in our schools. We have worked with the Champaign-Ford County Regional Office of Education to secure an attendance liaison, to work strictly with Ford County Schools. We will be hosting monthly visits at our school with the ROE Attendance liaison during the school day. These visits aim to address the importance of consistent school attendance.

Congratulations to our Seniors! We look forward to an eventful year with all our sports and events.

PBL is looking for a School Nurse. Make sure to apply if you are interested.
https://www.paycomonline.net/v4/ats/web.php/jobs/ViewJobDetails?job=178349&clientkey=86544B3A788944CC5FE1B2A0C5DF2AE5

Thrilled to welcome our new staff to the district! Let's make this year amazing together.
Not pictured are Cora Echavia (HS Math), Mary Hastings (JH Math), Austin Gooden (JH PE) and Dayna Breen (Band).


Thrilled to welcome our new staff to the district! Let's make this year amazing together.









Join us for freshman & new student orientation on Thursday August 8th!

Please see the linked document below with several beginning of the school year reminders.
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1yVfoIgGWITsO2XJ24WCLslih2PttZR6G/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=115703673203306370062&rtpof=true&sd=true
School registration is being completed by all schools in our district. For returning students, parents should complete registration on Skyward Family Access at: https://skyward.iscorp.com/scripts/wsisa.dll/WService=wsedupaxtonbuckleyil/fwemnu01.w. For new students to our district parents need to contact the school and arrange an appointment. Clara Peterson Elementary 217-379-2531, PBL Junior High School 217-379-9202, or PBL High School 217-379-4331.

We are looking to add to our team for the 2024-2025 school year.
https://www.pblunit10.com/o/pbl-cusd-10/page/careers-at-pbl

The Band Parents Association Summer Meeting/Mixer is at Artesia Brewing, Thursday, July 11, 5:30-7:30. For all parents of high school and junior high band students.

We are looking to add to our team for the 2024-2025 school year.
https://www.pblunit10.com/o/pbl-cusd-10/page/careers-at-pbl

Congratulations to our PBL retirees! You will be greatly missed. Thank you for all your contributions over the years. Wishing you a well-deserved and wonderful retirement!









Last Friday, we hosted Ignite Day at our Junior High, welcoming students from GCMS. This event was designed for our 8th graders to explore various careers through hands-on experiences. It was an exciting opportunity for them to learn new skills and gain insights into different trades. A big thank you to everyone who participated and shared their expertise!










As we wrap up the school year, just a reminder that school will dismiss early the next two days.
Tuesday, May 21 - Clara Peterson - 1:30, High School - 1:40, Junior High - 1:47
Wednesday, May 22 - Clara Peterson - 1:30, High School - 1:40, Junior High - 1:47
