Paxton-Buckley-Loda CUSD 10

“Be Present, Be Powerful!

Good Habits = Great Attendance = Success at School!

As we kick off the new year, it’s the perfect time to build strong routines at home that set students up for success! Here are 3 simple habits that can make a BIG difference:

📅 Set a consistent bedtime & morning routine

A good night’s sleep and a calm morning help students feel ready to learn.

🎒 Prep the night before

Pack backpacks, lay out clothes, and talk about what tomorrow will bring!

⏰ Prioritize daily attendance

Every school day counts. When students show up, they grow—socially, emotionally, and academically!

Let’s work together to help every student show up ready to shine ✨

#BePresentBePowerful

The Paxton-Buckley-Loda CUSD 10 Board of Education is conducting a search for a new superintendent. The selection of a new superintendent is probably the most important decision a board of education has to make; therefore, the Board has hired the Illinois Association of School Boards (IASB) to assist in this process.

The Board of Education is seeking everyone’s input in the search process. The Board requests that all board members, all staff, all parents and community members complete an online survey provided by the IASB. The results will be tallied and used by the Board and Screening Team to develop a brochure to advertise the position. All survey responses and comments will remain anonymous.

The survey can be accessed at: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/DSY3PSG

The survey deadline is: Friday, August 8

Thank you for taking time to complete the survey.

Online Registration will be live on Monday starting at 3pm! Check out our walkthrough video and supply lists for your student.

https://bit.ly/PBLStudentRegistration

https://bit.ly/PBLSupplyLists

For those that may need assistance with registration fees please fill out this form:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1DFRdGLnJtXAsFg6AL_LcLWNlsC0bkWYa/view?usp=sharing

Excited to see you back!

Join Our Team at PBL!

PBL is hiring for the 2025-2026 school year! We are looking for dedicated and passionate individuals to fill the following positions:

High School English Language Arts

Junior High Custodian (Immediate Hire!)

Elementary ESL

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

Join our team! Paxton-Buckley-Loda CUSD 10 is hiring for a variety of positions for the 2025-2026 school year, with select roles available for immediate start. We are seeking certified teachers for openings in English, Math, Special Education, Art, and Music, as well as dedicated paraprofessionals. To view all available opportunities and apply to become part of our Panther community, please visit our careers page: https://www.pblunit10.com/o/pbl-cusd-10/page/careers-at-pbl

The Clara Peterson Elementary Library in Paxton has been awarded a *Readers’ Choice Grant* from the Association of Illinois School Library Educators/LBSS Endowment Fund. This grant provides a full set of Bluestem Award books for 3rd-5th-grade students to read and enjoy, encouraging them to explore different genres and participate in a state-wide vote for their favorite book. Librarian Lizz Pippin applied for the grant to support the Bluestem Program and align with library goals, including student and community involvement. Check the full press release here: http://bit.ly/4jZ0S3P

Please be aware that the parking lots at PBL High School, PBL Junior High, and the PBL Unit Office are being resealed today, Monday, June 16th. All entrances to these parking lots are currently closed with cones. Our buildings remain open for regular hours. If you need to visit any of these locations today, please plan to park off-campus and walk up to the building entrance points. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation as we complete this important maintenance.

Congratulations to our boys track and field competitors who competed at the IHSA State Finals. Our 4x800 relay members Brady Young, Zane Latimer, Daniel Boston, and Isaiah Busby placed 17th. Isaiah Busby also placed 20th in the 800 meter run. Finishing with All-State honors for the second year in a row is Mason Vaughan who placed 9th overall! Great season Panthers!

If you want some PBLmerch our Blue Crew store is open now. https://bluecrew2025.itemorder.com/shop/home/

Horace Mann sponsored the 1st Annual Crystal Panther Educator of the Year Award at PBL during the 2024-2025 school year. This prestigious award honored one exceptional teacher from each school. This award was a great opportunity to acknowledge the dedication and excellence of our colleagues through peer nominations. The winners of the Crystal Panther Educator of the Year Award exemplified exemplary teaching practices, inspired students, and embodied the qualities of an exceptional educator. We want to congratulate Anna Talbert, Clara Peterson Elementary School kindergarten teacher, Jessie Marquis, PBL Junior High School Special Education teacher, and Andrea Schumann, PBL High School English teacher on their accomplishment as Educators of the Year for the PBL School District.

Senator Chris Balkema & Rep. Jason Bunting are sponsoring a Fishing Derby on June 28th that will be held at Heidecke Lake in Morris.

Congrats to our 800m run Sectional Champion Isaiah Busby.

Congrats to Junior Mason Vaughan for qualifying to State in the 110 High Hurdles. 2nd overall!

Congrats to our first Sectional Champions of the day! Brady Young, Zane Latimer, Danny Boston, Isaiah Busby.

Make sure to tune in to our Graduation on Hudl. https://bit.ly/3H7cdkN

Join us in celebrating the retirements of two long-standing and truly amazing members of our school family: Kara Harrison and Kristin Oyer! Kara has been a pillar of our 7th Grade Math department for years, shaping countless minds with her dedication. Kristin, our invaluable High School Guidance Counselor, also served as a dedicated teacher, guiding so many students toward their futures. Beyond their crucial roles in academics and counseling, both Kara and Kristen extended their commitment by serving as dedicated volleyball coaches, inspiring countless athletes on and off the court. Though Kristin isn't in these photos, their combined dedication to our students for so many years is truly remarkable. Their impact will be felt for generations. We wish them all the best in their next chapter and congratulate them on their well-deserved retirements!

We are looking to add to our team for the 2025-2026 school year with some positions available immediately. https://www.pblunit10.com/o/pbl-cusd-10/page/careers-at-pbl

Kara Harrison was honored at Monday night’s IEA Friends and Advocates Banquet in Urbana. The PBLEA thanked Kara for her dedication as a teacher, coach, sponsor, and union treasurer. The photo shows Kara Harrison receiving her award from PBLEA secretary Kourtney Brownfield. Congratulations!

Congratulations to our Scholastic Bowl Team on their first place victory in the Twin County Conference Tournament last night at Tri-Point! Our team demonstrated exceptional dedication, securing an exciting conference title match win against GCMS Middle School. Mrs. Sawyer is extremely proud of the team’s hard work, dedication, and being great teammates. Go Panthers!