Melissa Robbins has worked as a secretary/lunch clerk for the PBL school district since 1990. She was born in Paxton, IL and is a 1972 graduate of Paxton High School. Mrs. Robbins has 2 children, Kevin and Kim, and 5 grandchildren. As Mrs. Robbins reflected on her 31 year career she said, “I have too many memories to tell, especially from the old junior high... READ MORE >
Dear 8th Grade Parents & Guardians: Re: 8th Grade RecognitionWe will be hosting our 8th Grade Recognition event on the final day of school on Friday, May 21st from 9:00am-10:00am in the PBL Junior High School Gymnasium. All 8th grade students are invited to attend including in-person and remote learners. At the 8th Grade Recognition event all 8th grade... READ MORE >
Each month the junior high selects students from each grade level as students of the month. Students are selected by their teachers and it is an honor to receive this recognition. Overall, this is a great way to recognize students that are going above and beyond. Students that are selected are given a certificate, have their picture put in the hallway, on the... READ MORE >
Each month the junior high selects students from each grade level as students of the month. Students are selected by their teachers and it is an honor to receive this recognition. Overall, this is a great way to recognize students that are going above and beyond. Students that are selected are given a certificate, have their picture put in the hallway, on the... READ MORE >
Each month the junior high selects students from each grade level as students of the month. Students are selected by their teachers and it is an honor to receive this recognition. Overall, this is a great way to recognize students that are going above and beyond. Students that are selected are given a certificate, have their picture put in the hallway, on the... READ MORE >
We would like to congratulate and recognize two of our 6th grade students for receiving Music Camp Scholarships for the upcoming summer. Hayli Glad and Iris Latimer both applied for the Gibson Area Music Foundation Music Camp Scholarship, which provides funds for local students to attend various summer music camps. Each student provided reasons why the camp would... READ MORE >
8th Grade March Students of the Month Each month the junior high selects students from each grade level as students of the month. Students are selected by their teachers and it is an honor to receive this recognition. Overall, this is a great way to recognize students that are going above and beyond. Students that are selected are given a certificate, have... READ MORE >
7th Grade March Students of the Month Each month the junior high selects students from each grade level as students of the month. Students are selected by their teachers and it is an honor to receive this recognition. Overall, this is a great way to recognize students that are going above and beyond. Students that are selected are given a certificate, have... READ MORE >
6th Grade March Students of the Month Each month the junior high selects students from each grade level as students of the month. Students are selected by their teachers and it is an honor to receive this recognition. Overall, this is a great way to recognize students that are going above and beyond. Students that are selected are given a certificate, have... READ MORE >
At the end of February, students created Google Slide presentations to celebrate the accomplishments of African Americans who helped transform space exploration despite the obstacles in their way. The following 6th grade students were selected for their work on the February Cool Tool: Emeline Bagwell, Maddison DeOrnellas, Mason Hazelwood, Hallee Johnson, and... READ MORE >
At the end of February, students created Google Slide presentations to celebrate the accomplishments of African Americans who helped transform space exploration despite the obstacles in their way. The following 7th grade students were selected for their work on the February Cool Tool: Gabriela Aguilera, Haley Birchall, Olivia Cleary, Saryn Humes, Dylan Otto, and... READ MORE >
At the end of February, students created Google Slide presentations to celebrate the accomplishments of African Americans who helped transform space exploration despite the obstacles in their way. The following 8th grade students were selected for their work on the February Cool Tool: Charles Cambridge, Bren Henry, Destani McClatchey, Grace McCoy, and Aubree Sawyer. READ MORE >
7th Grade February Students of the Month Each month the junior high selects students from each grade level as students of the month. Students are selected by their teachers and it is an honor to receive this recognition. Overall, this is a great way to recognize students that are going above and beyond. Students that are selected are given a certificate, have... READ MORE >
6th Grade February Students of the Month Each month the junior high selects students from each grade level as students of the month. Students are selected by their teachers and it is an honor to receive this recognition. Overall, this is a great way to recognize students that are going above and beyond. Students that are selected are given a certificate, have... READ MORE >
8th Grade February Students of the Month Each month the junior high selects students from each grade level as students of the month. Students are selected by their teachers and it is an honor to receive this recognition. Overall, this is a great way to recognize students that are going above and beyond. Students that are selected are given a certificate, have... READ MORE >
6th Grade January Students of the Month Each month the junior high selects students from each grade level as students of the month. Students are selected by their teachers and it is an honor to receive this recognition. Overall, this is a great way to recognize students that are going above and beyond. Students that are selected are given a certificate, have... READ MORE >
7th Grade January Students of the Month Each month the junior high selects students from each grade level as students of the month. Students are selected by their teachers and it is an honor to receive this recognition. Overall, this is a great way to recognize students that are going above and beyond. Students that are selected are given a certificate, have... READ MORE >
8th Grade January Students of the Month Each month the junior high selects students from each grade level as students of the month. Students are selected by their teachers and it is an honor to receive this recognition. Overall, this is a great way to recognize students that are going above and beyond. Students that are selected are given a certificate, have... READ MORE >
8th Grade December Students of the Month Each month the junior high selects students from each grade level as students of the month. Students are selected by their teachers and it is an honor to receive this recognition. Overall, this is a great way to recognize students that are going above and beyond. Students that are selected are given a certificate, have... READ MORE >
7th Grade December Students of the Month Each month the junior high selects students from each grade level as students of the month. Students are selected by their teachers and it is an honor to receive this recognition. Overall, this is a great way to recognize students that are going above and beyond. Students that are selected are given a certificate, have... READ MORE >
6th Grade December Students of the Month Each month the junior high selects students from each grade level as students of the month. Students are selected by their teachers and it is an honor to receive this recognition. Overall, this is a great way to recognize students that are going above and beyond. Students that are selected are given a certificate, have... READ MORE >
The PBL JH Scholastic Bowl recently competed in the "Fall Covid-19 Quizbowl Challenge," by Avery Enterprise. Twelve states were represented with 38 different teams. PBL finish 1st among Illinois schools and 4th in overall national competition! Congratulations to the JH Scholastic bowl team and Coach Hillary Sawyer.Team Members include: Aubree Sawyer, Ava... READ MORE >
Congratulations to PBL JH Chorus Students selected to the ILMEA District 3 Honor Chorus this year. In the picture from left to right: Lauren Sawyer (8th Grade), Samantha Hewerdine (8th Grade), Gabriela Aguilera (7th Grade), and Ms. Christina Mauck (Chorus Teacher) READ MORE >
Congratulations to PBL JH Band Students selected to the ILMEA District 3 Honor Band this year. In the picture from left to right: Bren Henry on Trumpet (8th Grade), Karley Putnam on Euphonium (8th Grade), Grace McCoy on Tuba (8th Grade), Jazz Anders on Trombone (8th Grade), Mr. Austin Coe (Band Teacher) READ MORE >
Each month the junior high selects students from each grade level as students of the month. Students are selected by their teachers and it is an honor to receive this recognition. Overall, this is a great way to recognize students that are going above and beyond. Students that are selected are given a certificate, have their picture put in the hallway, on the... READ MORE >
Each month the junior high selects students from each grade level as students of the month. Students are selected by their teachers and it is an honor to receive this recognition. Overall, this is a great way to recognize students that are going above and beyond. Students that are selected are given a certificate, have their picture put in the hallway, on the... READ MORE >
Each month the junior high selects students from each grade level as students of the month. Students are selected by their teachers and it is an honor to receive this recognition. Overall, this is a great way to recognize students that are going above and beyond. Students that are selected are given a certificate, have their picture put in the hallway, on the... READ MORE >
Dear PBL JH Families: On Monday and Tuesday next week (November 23 & 24), our school is prepared to move into remote learning days. Our staff and students have been making the necessary preparations. Attached you will find a "Cool Tool" that contains our schedule and specifics for when classes will meet, how teachers will take attendance and grades, how teachers... READ MORE >
Each month the junior high selects students from each grade level as students of the month. Students are selected by their teachers and it is an honor to receive this recognition. Overall, this is a great way to recognize students that are going above and beyond. Students that are selected are given a certificate, have their picture put in the hallway, on the... READ MORE >
Each month the junior high selects students from each grade level as students of the month. Students are selected by their teachers and it is an honor to receive this recognition. Overall, this is a great way to recognize students that are going above and beyond. Students that are selected are given a certificate, have their picture put in the hallway, on the... READ MORE >
Each month the junior high selects students from each grade level as students of the month. Students are selected by their teachers and it is an honor to receive this recognition. Overall, this is a great way to recognize students that are going above and beyond. Students that are selected are given a certificate, have their picture put in the hallway, on the... READ MORE >
Each month the junior high selects students from each grade level as students of the month. Students are selected by their teachers and it is an honor to receive this recognition. Overall, this is a great way to recognize students that are going above and beyond. Students that are selected are given a certificate, have their picture put in the hallway, on the... READ MORE >
Each month the junior high selects students from each grade level as students of the month. Students are selected by their teachers and it is an honor to receive this recognition. Overall, this is a great way to recognize students that are going above and beyond. Students that are selected are given a certificate, have their picture put in the hallway, on the... READ MORE >
Each month the junior high selects students from each grade level as students of the month. Students are selected by their teachers and it is an honor to receive this recognition. Overall, this is a great way to recognize students that are going above and beyond. Students that are selected are given a certificate, have their picture put in the hallway, on the... READ MORE >
PBL Junior High School Students and Parents/Guardians: Welcome back Panthers for the 2020-2021 school year. We are excited to begin this school year and for the re-opening of our schools. Below is some information that needs to be shared and addressed so that everybody is aware of expectations and how the re-opening of schools will work at PBL Junior High... READ MORE >
Rube Goldberg Open House: Our 8th grade students hosted a Rube Goldberg Open House on Thursday, March 5th from 5:30-7:00pm in the north lobby, 8th grade hallway of the junior high, and Mr. Johnson’s Science Classroom. The Rube Goldberg Open House was open to all staff, students, and parents. We had a great turnout and we want to thank everyone for supporting and... READ MORE >
Congratulations to the 6th Grade February Students of the Month: Dylan Otto & Olivia Cleary. READ MORE >
Congratulations to the 7th Grade February Students of the Month: Charley Ulrich & Devani McClatchey. READ MORE >
Congratulations to the 8th Grade February Students of the Month: Isaiah Geerdes & Karlee Welp. READ MORE >
8th Grade to High School Orientation Night: On Wednesday, February 19th the high school is hosting an 8th Grade Orientation/Parent Night from 6 – 8 PM in the JH Commons Area. All 8th grade students and families are invited to attend. Students and families will receive information about courses offered at PBL, graduation requirements, required courses for college... READ MORE >
Congratulations to the 8th Grade Janaury Students of the Month: Leah Eyre & Kyan Barradas. READ MORE >
Congratulations to the 7th Grade January Students of the Month: Destani McClatchey & Isaiah Busby. READ MORE >
Congratulations to the 6th Grade January Students of the Month: Curtis Ostendorf & Lily Beckman. READ MORE >
8th Grade Career Conference: On Tuesday, February 4th we hosted a Career Conference for 8th grade students here at PBL JH during the day. We also had over 30 local presenters here to discuss their careers with our students. 8th grade students went to the HS after lunch and lunch recess for a HS tour. Overall, the 8th graders and the 8th grade staff had a busy... READ MORE >
As part of our Career Day at PBL JH 8th Grade Students took a tour of the high school in the afternoon on Tuesday, February 4th. 8th Grade Students took a tour of the career and technical classes they could take at PBL HS when they become freshman. 8th Grade to High School Orientation Night: On Wednesday, February 12th the high school is hosting an 8th Grade... READ MORE >
PBL has the following vacancies for the 2020/2021 school year High School Industrial Technology*High School Ag* (11 month position)Elementary Special EducationEarly Childhood ( Special Education preferred) *The board will either hire an Industrial Arts or Ag position-not both (one advertisement for both positions due to teacher shortages in these areas. Apply... READ MORE >
With the new release of Star Wars the News Gazette asked one question to area schools. Who's the greatest Star Wars character of them all? The JH did a drawing for all the students interested in who could represent our school. 6th grade student, Corey Quick, won the drawing. Check out the link below from the December 15th News Gazette and you can see Corey's... READ MORE >
Congratulations to the 6th Grade December Students of the Month: Lily Young and Cassidy Casteel. READ MORE >
Congratulations to the 7th Grade December Students of the Month: Tanner Graham and Bryar Cosgrove READ MORE >
Congratulations to the 8th Grade December Students of the Month: Bailey Bruns and James Blackburn. READ MORE >
On October 8th our Medical Detectives Enrichment in 8th Grade had a special visitor with Dr. Reese from the Paxton Clinic & Gibson Area Hospital. This year our Medical Detectives Enrichment is partnering with Gibson Area Hospital to enhance the relevance of our curriculum. READ MORE >
Congratulations to the November Students of the Month. In the picture from left to right 8th Grade: Chloe Price & Tyler Wiegel, 7th Grade: Karley Putnam & Connor Durham & 6th Grade: Jayden Milligan & Kynzie Rust. Students were recognized at an all school assembly on Tuesday, November 26th. READ MORE >
PAXTON-BUCKLEY-LODA COMMUNITY UNIT SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 10P. O. Box 50Paxton, Illinois 60957-0050Phone: (217) 379-3314Fax: (217) 379-2862__________________________________________________________________________________________ EMERGENCY SCHOOL CLOSING PROCEDURES November 15, 2019 Dear Parent/Guardian: The winter season is upon us and with it comes the... READ MORE >
Congratulations to the 8th Grade October Students of the Month: Madison Freed and Noah Steiner. READ MORE >
Congratulations to the 7th Grade October Students of the Month: Zavier Smith and Hope Welch. READ MORE >
Congratulations to the 6th Grade October Students of the Month: Kara Deatrick and Carson Goss. READ MORE >
Congratulations to the 8th Grade September Students of the Month: Sam Rostas and Mackenzie Swan. READ MORE >
Congratulations to the 7th Grade September Students of the Month: Kendyl Badgley and Josiah Deatrick. READ MORE >
Congratulations to the 6th Grade September Students of the Month: Johnny Rodeen and Anna Hudson. READ MORE >
PBL Junior High makes #7 in The News Gazette with it’s new Medical Detectives course for 8th Graders. READ MORE >