GOOD NEWS-- It stayed the same as last year!
A paper packet will be printed for new students, Kindergarten students, and PreK students.
There will also be packets available at Meet the Teacher night in the office for anyone else wanting one.
**PreK arrival & dismissal information will be sent via Dojo from the PreK teachers and a paper copy will also be provided at PreK teacher conferences.**
Attention Pana CUSD Families – Transportation Information Needed!
As you complete your student's online registration, please do not skip the transportation section.
We have noticed that many families are leaving this section blank. This information is required for every student, even if your child will not be riding the bus.
The Transportation section is essential for us to:
1. Plan safe and efficient bus routes.
2. Ensure students are assigned to the correct transportation.
3. Prepare for the start of the school year.
If you have already completed registration but did not fill out the Transportation section, please log back in and update it as soon as possible.
We kindly ask that all families complete this information as soon as possible so we can finalize our bus routes before the first day of school.
Thank you for your prompt attention and cooperation. We appreciate your help in getting the school year off to a great start!
There is one more athletic handbook meeting remaining for athletes going to grades 6 through 12. It is this Sunday (8/2/26) at 3:00 in the PHS Commons. If you have not made one yet this is the last meeting for the year.
PES families,
223 students have registered at PES. We have about 300 remaining that still need to register.
Visit panaschools.com follow the “Registration Information” link in order to register.
Returning students will be able to register through Lumen. If you have trouble logging in, call PES at 217-562-1510. We are here from 7:45am-3:15pm.
If you need PreK registration assistance, please call (217) 824-5050.
If your child is new to the district (PreK-5th), please call PES 217-562-1510.
Pana Education Foundation Wall of Fame Nominations Sought
The Pana Education Foundation is seeking nominations for its Wall of Fame.
One graduate—living or deceased—will be selected from the graduating classes of 1886 through 2006 from Pana Township High School, Pana Senior High School, or Pana High School. To be eligible, nominees must have graduated at least 20 years ago.
The selected individual will be honored on the Pana High School Wall of Fame alongside alumni who have distinguished themselves through outstanding professional accomplishments, exceptional service to their communities, or other significant contributions to society.
Selection Criteria
Nominees should exemplify the spirit of humanitarianism by:
Making an extraordinary difference in the lives of others.
Achieving distinction in their profession or field.
Making meaningful, positive contributions to society.
How to Submit a Nomination
Official nomination forms are available here: Wall of Fame Nomination Form
as well as the Pana Education Foundation Facebook page, the Pana CUSD #8 website, and the Pana Education Foundation section of the district website.
If submitting without the official form, please include the following information:
Nominee's full name
Year of graduation from Pana High School
Whether the nominee is living or deceased
Current address and phone number (if applicable)
Occupation
Civic, community, and professional organizations
Outstanding achievements and accomplishments
A detailed explanation of why the nominee deserves Wall of Fame recognition
Supporting materials such as copies of awards, newspaper or magazine articles, and other documentation are encouraged. The more information provided, the stronger the nomination.
Please also include the names and contact information of close relatives (parents, siblings, children, or other family members) who may be contacted if the nominee is selected. If the nominee is deceased, please identify someone who can attend the induction ceremony to accept the award on the nominee's behalf.
Induction Ceremony
The 2026 Wall of Fame Induction Ceremony will be held on Sunday, September 27, 2026, in the Pana High School Panther Den as part of PHS Homecoming Weekend festivities. The celebration is open to the public.
Nomination Deadline
All nominations must be postmarked no later than Friday, August 21, 2026.
Mail Nominations To
Wall of Fame Committee
Becky Carter-Beeson, PEF President
Pana High School
201 W. Eighth Street
Pana, IL 62557
Returning students will be able to register through Lumen. If you have trouble logging in, or have general questions, call the Unit Office at (217) 562-1500. Keep in mind, if you do not get through right away, try again. Calls are very high during this first week.
If you need PreK registration assistance, please call (217) 824-5050.
If your child is new to the district, please call his/her school for assistance. School offices will be open on July 23rd.
For anyone needing further assistance with registration and/or to pay registration fees, our buildings will be open for in-person registration beginning on July 23rd from 8:00 am until 3:00 pm
*****Classroom teachers for PES students are not visible at this time .They will be visible by early next week!
Just a reminder to anyone with an athlete going into grades 6 through 12 that the first athletic handbook meeting is on 7/22/26. The first two meetings are in the PJHS auditorium and the last two meetings are in the PHS commons.
We are hiring bus aides for the upcoming school year!
We are currently hiring bus drivers for the upcoming school year!
